Arlington Public Schools Social Studies Curriculum 2016 GRADE 1 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Social Studies Office acknowledges the contributions made to the development of these materials by all social studies staff and especially the following people: Kindergarten: Our Community Mary Cantwell, Anna Maria Lechleitner, Juanita Wade Grade 1: Our State Marijoy Cordero, Gina Samara, Jaclyn Scott Grade 2: Our Country Jennifer Burgin, Anna Kanter, Maryellen Meden, Eric Sokolove Grade 3: Ancient World Cultures Kim Dinardo, Tara Mitchell, Christine Williams, Tricia Zipfel Grade 4: Virginia Studies Mercedes Dean, Lauren Elkins, Karen Magestad, Kristen Wolla Grade 5: Ancient World Greg Chapuis, Casey Dolan, Nicholas Fernandez, Michelle Jaeckel Grade 6: U.S. History, Civics and Economics to 1865 Patricia Carlson, Breonna McClain, Anne Miller, Tiffany Mitchell, Sara Winter Grade 7: U.S. History, Civics and Economics 1865 to Present Jesse Homburg, Rachel Payne, Lilo Stephens, Patty Tuttle-Newby Grade 8: World Geography Allie Bakaj, Christine Joy, Maureen Nolan, Sarah Stewart Grade 9: World History II from 1500 A.D. Jen Dean, Jeana Norton, Anne Stewart Grade 10: World History I to 1500 A.D. Julie Bell, Kathleen Claassen, Caitlin Dodds Grade 11: U.S. and Virginia History Kevin Bridwell, Greg Cabana, Erica Drummond, Kevin Phillips Grade 12: U.S. and Virginia Government Diane Boudalis, Michelle Cottrell-Williams, Patricia Hunt Diana Jordan Barbara Ann Lavelle Cathy Bonneville Hix Social Studies Supervisor Arlington Public Schools Social Studies Curriculum 2016 GRADE 1 COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course of study for first grade includes an introduction to the lives of American leaders and their contributions to the United States. Students should recognize basic map symbols and construct a simple map of a familiar area. The students should study the economic concepts of goods and services, buyers and sellers, and making economic choices. Students should learn to apply the traits of a good citizen and recognize that communities in Virginia include people who have diverse ethnic origins, customs, and traditions, who make contributions to their communities, and who are united as Americans by common principles. THEME: The organizing theme for grade one is ENVIRONMENT. KEY CONCEPTS: Students will learn that ENVIRONMENT describes times (periods), place and events. defines human and physical actions related to locations and climate. explains change in self, families, schools, and communities. determines how people make choices, save money, become buyers and sellers, and use resources. explains actions related to citizenship, traditions, and governments. UNITS and UNIT SECTIONS: I. Civics: This unit addresses general ideas of civics. ● citizenship ● patriotic symbols ● rules ● diversity ● famous people ● holidays II. Geography: This unit addresses basic geographic and map skills. ● map terms ● symbols ● cardinal directions ● locate ● legend ● climate ● physical surroundings Arlington Public Schools Social Studies Curriculum 2016 GRADE 1 III. History: This unit addresses important events in Virginia and the famous Virginians who influenced. ● government ● history ● civil rights IV. Economics: This unit addresses the general economic concepts. ● goods/services ● producer/consumer ● making choices ● money and savings Arlington Public Schools Social Studies Curriculum 2016 GRADE 1 UNIT I: Civics STANDARDS OF LEARNING: This unit will address the following objectives: Note: Power Standards below are indicated in bold. SOL 1.1 The student will demonstrate skills for historical thinking, geographical analysis, economic decision making, and responsible citizenship by c) using and creating graphs, diagrams, and pictures to determine characteristics of people, places or events to support understanding of Virginia history; d) asking appropriate questions to solve a problem; e) comparing and contrasting people, places, or events in Virginia history; f) recognizing direct cause and effect relationships; g) making connections between past and present; h) using a decision-making model to make informed decisions; i) practicing good citizenship skills and respect for rules and laws while collaborating, compromising, and participating in classroom activities; j) developing fluency in content vocabulary and comprehension of oral, written and visual sources. SOL 1.3 The student will describe the stories of influential people in the history of Virginia and their contributions to our Commonwealth, with emphasis on a) Powhatan b) Pocahontas c) Christopher Newport d) Maggie L. Walker e) Arthur R. Ashe, Jr. SOL 1.4 The student will describe the lives of people associated with major holidays including a) George Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day); b) Independence Day (Fourth of July); and c) Martin Luther King Jr. Day SOL 1.10 The student will apply the traits of a good citizen by a) focusing on fair play, exhibiting good sportsmanship, helping others, and treating others with respect; b) recognizing the purpose of rules and practicing self-control; c) working hard in school; d) taking responsibility for one’s own actions; e) valuing honesty and truthfulness in oneself and others; and f) participating in classroom decision making. Arlington Public Schools Social Studies Curriculum 2016 GRADE 1 SOL 1.11 The student will recognize the symbols and traditional practices that honor and foster patriotism in the United States by demonstrating respect for the American flag by learning about the pledge of allegiance SOL 1.12 The student will recognize the symbols and traditional practices that honor the Commonwealth of Virginia by a) identifying the Virginia flag, state capitol building, state bird, and state flower; and b) describing why people have symbols and traditions. SOL 1.13 The student will understand that the people of Virginia a) have state and local government officials who are elected by voters; b) make contributions to their communities; and c) include people who have diverse ethnic origins, customs, and traditions, who make contributions to their communities, and who are united as Americans by common principles. ENDURING UNDERSTANDING: Students will understand that people in our country can choose to practice their traditions and beliefs. CONCEPTIONAL UNIT QUESTION (Essential Question): What does it mean to be a member of the United States of America? PREVIEW ACTIVITY: Play “Just Like Me” to introduce the many groups to which students belong. Teacher models by standing up and saying “I am a member of _____” or “I am a citizen of” and any children also belonging to this group stand up, point to themselves and say “just like me”. Teacher lists all organizations or groups on the board or chart paper. Guide students to think locally such as athletic groups, classrooms, and also globally such as Virginia and the United States. TEXTBOOK ALIGNMENT: SEE FILES PACING GUIDE: UNIT TIMEFRAME DATES I. Civics 10 Weeks September - Mid-November II. Geography 10 Weeks Mid-November - January III. History 9 Weeks February - Mid- April IV. Economics 9 Weeks Mid-April - June LITERATURE AND OTHER RESOURCES: LITERATURE Officer Buckle and Gloria by Peggy Rathman - a story of safety rules A Picture Book of . by David A. Adle - series that highlights the lives of famous Americans including George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, and many others. I am America by Charles R. Smith - rhyming book containing photographs of many diverse children around the US O is for Old Dominion: A Virginia Alphabet by Pamela Duncan Edwards - focuses on the many memorials throughout Virginia such as Arlington Cemetery, and meet famous Virginians like George Washington. Arlington Public Schools Social Studies Curriculum 2016 GRADE 1 Good Night Virginia (board book) by Adam Gamble - pictures show memorable parts of Virginia such as Jamestown, colonial Williamsburg, and more. DVDS What Are Goods and Services? By Carolyn Andrews- Arlington Public Library General George Washington by Living History Productions and Rich Entertainment Understanding and Making Maps: an Introduction, available on ww.discoveryeducation.com Understanding and Using Maps and Globes; available on www.discoveryeducation.com APPS Explain Everything iTunesU Drawing Pad Google Earth Brainpop and Brainpopjr Pebblego also available online at www.pebblego.com WEBSITES The list of web sites listed below is current as of 8/15. www.discoveryeducation.com www.brainpopjr.com www.kids.nationalgeographic.com www.pics4learning.com www.colonialwilliamsburg.org www.nps.com www.padlet.com www.docsteach.org www.ustreas.gov/kids www.culturegrams.com SUMMARY OF KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: The following list of terms reflects some of the important vocabulary and individuals students should know to successfully understand course content and pass the SOL exams. Powhatan Pocahontas Christopher Newport Maggie L. Walker Arthur Ashe America Citizens President’s Day Independence Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day contribution Community responsibility respect SAMPLE LESSONS: https://drive.google.com/a/apsva.us/folderview?id=0BySl24GaKHVdZ2NNLW1IMnJyWXM&usp=sharing SOL ESSENTIAL UNDERSTANDING, QUESTIONS, CONTENT, and SKILLS: The following pages, from the State’s Curriculum Framework, outline the essential understandings, questions, knowledge and skill related to the SOLs. They provide the base from which the content in this unit is studied. Arlington Public Schools Social Studies Curriculum 2016 GRADE 1 STANDARD 1.1a The student will demonstrate skills for historical thinking,