Social Studies - Grade 1

American history is the exciting story of our country! 🇺🇸 As first graders, you'll discover amazing things that happened long ago and learn about the brave people who helped build America. You'll explore how people lived in the past and see how different life was from today. Through stories, pictures, and fun activities, you'll learn about important events, meet historical heroes, and understand why we celebrate special holidays. This journey through American history will help you understand where you come from and why our country is so special. Get ready to become a history detective and uncover the incredible stories that make America unique!

Economics is all around us! Every day, you make choices about what to buy, what to save, and what to do with your time. In this study material, you'll learn about money, goods and services, and how people make important decisions with their resources. You'll discover how coins and bills help us buy things we need and want, and why saving money is important for buying special things later. You'll also learn about the different roles people play in our economy - as buyers, sellers, and producers. By the end of this study, you'll understand how to make smart choices when you don't have enough time or money for everything you want. These skills will help you become a wise decision-maker in everyday life! 💰

Geography is the study of places and how people live in different locations! 🌍 In Grade 1, you'll become a young explorer learning about maps, special places in Florida, and how the place where you live affects your daily life. You'll discover how to read maps like a detective 🗺️, find important places in your state, and understand why some people live near the ocean while others live near lakes or forests. Geography helps you understand the world around you and connects you to places both near and far. By the end of this study, you'll be able to create your own simple maps, use compass directions to find places, and explain how the weather and land around your home affects how you and your family live every day. These skills will help you understand your community and the wider world as you grow up!

African American artists have made incredible contributions to our world through their creativity, talent, and hard work! 🎨 From beautiful paintings to amazing music, from powerful stories to wonderful performances, African American artists have shared their gifts with everyone. In this lesson, you'll learn about some very special African American artists who have made our world more beautiful and interesting. You'll discover how artists like Aretha Franklin made music that made people happy, how Charles White created beautiful artwork, how James Earl Jones brought characters to life with his voice, and how Maya Angelou wrote stories that touched people's hearts. Learning about these artists helps us understand how creativity can make a difference in the world. You'll see how each artist used their special talents to express themselves and share important messages. These artists show us that anyone can use their creativity to make the world a better place! By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to recognize these important artists and understand why their work is so special. You might even be inspired to create your own art, music, or stories! 🌟

Civics and government are all around you, even in Grade 1! 🏫 Every day, you follow rules at home, at school, and in your community. You might not realize it, but you're already practicing being a good citizen! 🇺🇸 In this study material, you'll discover why we have rules and laws, what it means to be a responsible citizen, and how our government works. You'll learn about important symbols like the American flag 🇺🇸 and special people who helped make our country great. You'll also explore how decisions are made fairly and why everyone's voice matters in our democracy. By the end of this journey, you'll understand how you can be a great citizen in your school, your community, and your country. You'll know how to show respect for others, follow rules, and even help make your school and neighborhood better places for everyone! 🌟