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TEKS Grade 2 Social Studies

Complete guide to 17 Knowledge & Skills statements and 48 Student Expectations. Codified at 19 TAC §113.13 · Adopted 2022

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Complete TEKS Standards for Grade 2 Social Studies

Every Knowledge & Skills statement (K&S) below is followed by its specific Student Expectations. These are the official Texas Education Agency standards — extracted verbatim from TAC Chapter 113 (Adopted 2022). Click any standard for upcoming animated lessons.

113.13(c)(1) History

The student understands the historical significance of landmarks and celebrations in the community, state, and nation. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(2) History

The student understands how historical figures helped shape the community, state, and nation. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(3) Geography

The student uses simple geographic tools, including maps and globes. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(4) Geography

The student understands the location of places in their community, state, country, and the world. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(5) Geography

The student understands how humans use and modify the physical environment. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(6) Economics

The student understands the value of work. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(7) Economics

The student understands the roles of producers and consumers in the production of goods and services. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(8) Government

The student understands the purpose of governments. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(9) Government

The student understands the role of public officials. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(10) Citizenship

The student understands characteristics of good citizenship as exemplified by historical figures and other individuals. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(11) Citizenship

The student understands important symbols, customs, and celebrations that represent American beliefs and principles that contribute to our national identity. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(12) Culture

The student understands ethnic and/or cultural celebrations. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(13) Science, technology, and society

The student understands how science and technology have affected life, past and present. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(14) Science, technology, and society

The student identifies individuals who exhibited individualism and inventiveness. The student is expected to identify individuals who have exhibited individualism and inventiveness such as Amelia Earhart and George Washington Carver.

113.13(c)(14)
identify individuals who have exhibited individualism and inventiveness such as Amelia Earhart and George Washington Carver. identify

113.13(c)(15) Social studies skills

The student applies critical-thinking skills to organize and use information acquired from a variety of valid sources, including technology. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(16) Social studies skills

The student communicates in written, oral, and visual forms. The student is expected to:

113.13(c)(17) Social studies skills

The student uses problem-solving and decision-making skills, working independently and with others. The student is expected to:

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