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First Grade Social Studies
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The first grade school year begins with learning social
skills. They learn what types of behavior are appropriate for the classroom,
lunch room, playground and bus. We create classroom rules together while
discussing rewards and consequences. Character building is another concept the
children learn while in first grade. They become familiar with the qualities a
person of good character possesses.
As the year progresses, we focus on the family unit and friendships. Mapping
concepts are introduced while learning the names of their town/city, state and
country. We discuss patriotism while learning the words to many patriotic songs
and their meanings. We are involved in the Veteran’s Day assembly each year. The
children perform The Pledge of Allegiance and The Star Spangled Banner in sign
language for the Veterans.
We conclude the year with introducing the meaning of a community. We identify
occupations and the importance of community helpers. The children are then
invited to interview a parent about their job and report back to the other
students. This has become a favorite first grade project spearheaded by Mrs.
Gushard.
OBJECTIVES
1. Identify and follow social behaviors appropriate to the
classroom, lunch room, playground and bus. 1.8
2. Recognize the difference between needs and wants. 1.7
3. State three rules which they are to follow in the classroom. 1.8
4. Identify occupations of community helpers and describe their jobs.1.7
5. Use objects to show position, eg near/far, left/right. 1.3
6. Identify map symbols and community symbols. 1.3
7. Identify George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King, Jr. 1.1,
1.2
8. Name items associated with the US (Flag, The Pledge of Allegiance, eagle) 1.9
9. Students will identify Nebraska’s 4 distinct seasons and how they vary from
other parts of the world. 1.4
MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES
• Native American Studies during Thanksgiving
• Spanish language, holidays and customs
• Black History Month
• Civil Rights Movement
