The history of California's communities is the topic for 3rd grade. We learn about the 4 regions of California and the American Indians who were the first residents of this great land. The building of communities and changes from the settlers, teach not only history. Their interactions in history are thought provoking. We learn about great developments such as the Transcontinental Railroad, the invention of blue jeans by Levi Strauss, and the discovery of gold. Then we learn about law, government and business. It is an exciting story throughout the year and the students have a lot of fun discussing it's history.