Kindergarten Social Studies
8 units matched to the Oregon State Standards. Kids see this subject as “My World”.
Focus areas
- Me and my world
- Rules, fairness and helping at school
- Maps of familiar places
Units
Unit 1
All About Me
Naming feelings, noticing how we are the same and different, and choosing kind actions so everyone feels respected.
Learning standard: K.C.IR.2; K.C.DP.4 · the parts of a person's identity and how words and actions affect others
Unit 2
Families
Seeing that families come in many shapes and sizes, growing up from baby to grandparent, family stories and traditions, and helping at home.
Learning standard: K.C.IR.2; K.H.CH.1 · family as part of identity, and events happening in order
Unit 3
Needs & Wants
Sorting needs (food, water, a home, warm clothes) from wants (toys and treats), and how families meet their needs.
Learning standard: K.E.IC.3 · goods and services people buy, and choosing between needs and wants
Unit 4
Fair & Kind
Noticing fair and unfair choices, using kind words, standing up for ourselves and others, and getting a grown-up to help.
Learning standard: K.C.DP.4; K.C.IR.3; K.C.CE.6 · caring words and actions, respectful relationships, and rules that promote fairness
Unit 5
Places Near Me
Naming places in the community (library, park, school, hospital), what they are used for, and whether they are natural or built.
Learning standard: K.G.GR.2; K.G.MM.5 · places where we live, work and play, and places that matter to families and schools
Unit 6
My Jobs, Rules & Leaders
Practices responsibilities at home and in school, respecting the rules of the classroom and playground, respecting property, sharing, helping, and who makes decisions that affect our lives.
Learning standard: K.C.CE.6; K.C.PI.1; K.E.ES.2 · rules that reduce conflict, the purpose of school, and jobs in the community
Unit 7
I Am Me
Noticing what we like and are good at, feeling proud of things we have done, and finding words to share our thoughts and experiences.
Learning standard: K.C.IR.2 · recognizing the parts of a person's identity
Unit 8
Money & Work
US coins and what they are worth, why people use money, jobs and volunteers in the community, and the difference between goods and services.
Learning standard: K.E.ES.1; K.E.ES.2; K.E.IC.3 · US money and its uses, jobs and volunteers in the community, and goods and services people buy
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