Grade 1 Social Studies

African safari Play traditional games and hear stories from Africa to increase geographic literacy.

Dear Mr. President Encourage your child to write a letter to our nation's leader in honor of President's Day. It's a thoughtful activity that combines both writing and civics learning.

2nd grade skills checklist: social studies Success in second grade requires a child to be a much more independent learner than she was in first grade. Is your child ready?

Celebrate Black History Month During the month of February, the nation pauses to reflect on the experiences and influences of its African-American citizens.

Neighborhood passport Use this printable child's "passport" to write and draw about the places you visit in your neighborhood.

Things that go Kids chart modes of transportation on this printable. Learning about transportation is part of early social studies education, helping kids think about the phyisical and human environment.

Black History Month people to know: George Washington Carver Introduce your child to George Washington Carver, a famous African-American scientist.

Presidents' Day portraits Help your child become familiar with two important U.S. presidents.

Global eats! Mandazi Kids from all over the world love sweets. Cook up this African traditional recipe with your kids to give them a taste of another culture.

Global eats! Laddoo Kids from all over the world love sweets. Cook up this traditional Indian recipe with your kids to give them a taste of another culture.

Global eats! Mochi Kids from all over the world love sweets. Cook up this traditional Japanese recipe with your kids to give them a taste of anther culture.