Unit 1: Rules and Laws:
Internet Resources
- “Writing and Enforcing Laws.” Discovery Education. Segment 5. 5:22.http://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/AD348D13-67A3-46ED-A6D1-3961BB7A0058
- “In the United States, national laws are written by Congress. State laws are written by legislative assemblies in that state, and community laws are written by the town council. Police officers enforce community, state, and national laws. People who break a rule or law often face consequences.”
- "What to Teach Kids About Bullying." National Crimes Prevention Council. May 23, 2010.
- http://www.ncpc.org/topics/bullying/teaching-kids-about-bullying/what-to-teach-kids-about-bullying
- Facts and advice to help kids overcome bullying.
- "Teacher’s Guide: Bullying and Teasing." June 28, 2006http://www.goodcharacter.com/GROARK/Bullying.html
- Ideas for discussion and activities to address bullying in the school setting.
- Print Games and Activities. Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids. U.S. Government Printing Office. June 29, 2006
- http://bensguide.gpo.gov/k-2/games/print.html
- Printable games about the American symbols (matching, coloring, connect the dots, maze).
- Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids. U.S. Government Printing Office. June 29, 2006
- http://bensguide.gpo.gov/k-2/games/interactive.html
- Interactive games about the American symbols (maze, color the seal, connect the dots, United States map)
- Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids. U.S. Government Printing Office. June 29, 2006
- http://bensguide.gpo.gov/k-2/symbols/index.html
- Click on the symbols for more information. Click the symbol name and information about that symbol is displayed.
- Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids. U.S. Government Printing Office. June 29, 2006
- http://bensguide.gpo.gov/k-2/alphabet/index.html
- Ben’s ABC’s of Government with R for the Bill of Rights
- Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids. U.S. Government Printing Office. June 30, 2006
- http://bensguide.gpo.gov/k-2/symbols/eagle.html
- Bald Eagle
- “American Icons.” Kidport. June 29, 2006http://www.kidport.com/RefLib/UsaHistory/AmericanIcons/AmericanIconIndex.htm
- Symbols of America- Lists the different symbols. Click the icon to read information about each symbol.
- "Symbols of America." Kidport. June 29, 2006
- http://www.kidport.com/Grade1/SocialStudies/AmericanSymbols.htm
- An online question and answer activity about symbols of America.
- "U.S History." Independence Hall Association. June 29, 2006
- http://www.ushistory.org/libertybell/
- Information and pictures of the Liberty Bell.
- "U.S History". Independence Hall Association. June 29, 2006
- http://www.ushistory.org/libertybell/essay/1915.htm
- Photo history of the Liberty Bell being transported to the world’s fair in San Francisco after a petition was sent by school children.
- "You’re a Grand Old Flag." Harcourt School Publishers. June 29, 2006
- http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/flag/factory.html
- Online activity to create your own flag.
- DLTK's Printable Crafts For Kids. June 29, 2006
- http://www.dltk-kids.com/Crafts/miscellaneous/image/bpuzzle.gif
- puzzle template June 27, 2006 11:20
- Khan, Iram and James Hörner. "School/Class Pledges." Can Teach. June 29, 2006http://www.canteach.ca/elementary/songspoems41.html A series of poems and pledges on the theme of good behavior in school.
- Kemsley, Sandy. ABC Teach.. June 30, 2006
- http://www.abcteach.com/USA/unit/spangledbanner.htm
- Star Spangled Banner Printable
- Mr. Donn.org. Lin & Don Donn & Maxie. June 30, 2006
- http://americanhistory.mrdonn.org/Symbols.html#anthem
- Great website for ALL SYMBOLS!
- Stein, Susan. Tooter4Kids. June 30, 2006
- http://www.tooter4kids.com/ourflag/patriotic_songs.htm
- Songs, patriotic words set to familiar melodies.
- “U.S. History.” Independence Hall Association. June 30, 2006
- http://www.ushistory.org/betsy/flagpics.html Betsy Ross website which shows the flag and its changes throughout time.
- "Flag Picture Gallery: Independence Hall." June 30, 2006.
- http://www.ushistory.org/betsy/flagpics.html
- Betsy Ross website which shows the flag and its changes throughout time.
- "Historic Analysis: Independence Hall." June 30, 2006.
- http://www.ushistory.org/betsy/flagpcp.html
- Betsy Ross did sew the first flag. Information for teachers.
- "The Betsy Ross House: Independence Hall." June 30, 2006.
- http://www.ushistory.org/betsy/flaghome.html
- Take a virtual tour of Betsy Ross’ house.
- Kirkeby, Cynthia F. "Kids Freedom Files." June 30, 2006.
- http://www.classbrain.com/cb_ff/cb_ff_kds/cb_act_prntbl.htm
- Printable Pledge of Allegiance booklet.
- "The American Flag." The New York Times Company. June 30, 2006.
- http://z.about.com/d/familyinternet/1/0/e/K/ameriflagcolorprint.gif
- A copy of the American flag to be colored
Media
- “Writing and Enforcing Laws.” Discovery Education. Segment 5. 5:22.http://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/AD348D13-67A3-46ED-A6D1-3961BB7A0058
- “In the United States, national laws are written by Congress. State laws are written by legislative assemblies in that state, and community laws are written by the town council. Police officers enforce community, state, and national laws. People who break a rule or law often face consequences.” District subscription required.
- "America the Beautiful." Discovery Education. This 4 minute video shows some of the great symbols of the United States, District subscription required.http://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/3153B0CC-88D3-4275-828F-B9D27A9B6D9B
- "Community Rules and Laws." Discovery Education.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=F7E611EF-0665-40A9-A310-EC73836026F1&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- In "School Rules" (00:48), children talk and demonstrate the rules their schools have. Also appropriate are "Family Rules" (00:38), "Community Rules" (00:45), and "It is Important to Follow Rules" (00:30). (Lesson 2)
- "Going to School is Your Job." Discovery Education.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=423FDB79-F3AA-4683-BBC2-FC25E99C2119&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Students understand the meaning of community, and learn the importance of sharing, working together, following rules, and keeping their school clean. Appropriate segments are: "Communities Working Together" (01:37), "Rules of the School" (00:49), "Responsibility" (01:36), and "Summary" (00:40). (Lesson 3)
- "U.S. Symbols." Discovery Education.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=3E36C918-48AD-4B18-89BE-07EEBA3DE78C&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- The symbols of our country help us honor our heritage and think of the U.S. as a country of hope, freedom, and friendship. Learn about the history of our country's symbols and what they mean to Americans. "Introduction" (01:11), "Flag" (05:26), "The Liberty Bell" (02:20), "Statue of Liberty" (02:31), and "The Bald Eagle" (02:51). (Lesson 5)
- "Old Glory." Discovery Education.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=1B6D29D3-4127-4DB7-A03C-130A3841EDFA&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- The story of the American flag is told, from Revolutionary War days to the present. Appropriate segments include: "The History of the American Flag" (02:27), "The Pledge of Allegiance" (02:38), "Celebrating the American Flag: Holidays and Traditions" (02:17), and "The Star Spangled Banner" (00:47). Teacher's Guide (Lesson 6)
Unit 2: We are Family
Internet Resources
Media
Unit 3: Unity in Community
Internet Resources
Media
Discovery Education. Discovery Education Video (subscription required discoveryeducation.com )Log into United Streaming using your user name and password and type the title of the video into the search box.
- Going to School is Your Job.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=423FDB79-F3AA-4683-BBC2-FC25E99C2119&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Meet the people who work in school. “The Principal's Job” (00:48), “The Custodial Engineer's Job” (00:40), “The Librarian's Job” (00:46), “The Gym Teacher's Job” (00:15), “The School Nurse's Job” (00:21), and “The Computer Teacher's Job” (00:36). (Lesson 3)
- How Communities are Alike and Different.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=B691B73E-B8DC-45EA-86F6-3C2FD5FEABC2&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Travel to big cities and small towns to discover what life is like for the people who live there. Good introduction to communities for the primary grades.Appropriate segments are: “How Are Communities Alike?” (04:15), “Communities are Different Sizes” (04:41), and “Communities Can Be in Different Places” (02:14). Travel to big cities and small towns to discover what life is like for the people who live there. Good introduction to communities for the primary grades. (Lesson 5)
- Community Rules and Laws.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=F7E611EF-0665-40A9-A310-EC73836026F1&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Segment 3 “Community Rules.” Children talk and demonstrate the rules their communities have. 00:45 (Lesson 7)
- Where We Live, Work, and Play: Public Places.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=B353BE74-91FC-4AA2-B45D-CAF2C90C98EF&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Most people are social. They enjoy going to public places. Besides providing recreation and social interaction, public places are also businesses. Contributing to its citizens' social well-being is a valuable service that encourages a sense of community. Segment 1: “The Many Places in Your Community.” (01:09) (Lesson 5)
- Where We Live, Work, and Play: Businesses.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=B353BE74-91FC-4AA2-B45D-CAF2C90C98EF&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- From farming to factories to small businesses, each supplies people's needs - from products to services. Appropriate segments are: “Retail Stores” (02:39), “Manufacturing” (03:54), and “Services” (01:36). (Lesson 5)
- You and Your Hospital.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=82155CA0-7ECC-48A7-82C8-61E184151E22&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Doctors, nurses, nurse technicians and X-ray and lab technicians are all part of a community hospital where youngsters will see how each helped Angela. Segment 7: “Angela Reviews Her Trip to the Community Hospital” (00:48). (Lesson 6)
- Cops Are Tops: Our Police at Work.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=253A0307-6F28-4A8E-A1C7-D34AAADB5CD7&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- The police are very active in communities. They work to make sure the laws of a community are obeyed. They visit schools to talk about safety while walking or riding your bike. The police work very hard to protect a community and the people that live there. Appropriate segments are: “Saved by the Law” (03:40) and “Review of Police Work.” (00:35) (Lesson 6)
- Sound the Alarm: Firefighters at Work.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=75C13727-0726-4405-BFC2-5A77B6A5AA01&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Firefighters are community helpers who stay busy all the time. They visit schools to teach fire safety; they keep their trucks and equipment clean and safe; they risk their lives protecting people and their property from fires. Appropriate segments are: “Firefighters are Community Helpers” (01:33) and “Firefighters at Work: A Review.” (01:25). (Lesson 6)
- Citizenship in the Community.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=9A0C4E3C-0E99-477A-824B-A2CAA4E225FC&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Examine the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Appropriate segments are: “Introduction” (01:18), “What Is a Community?” (02:02), “Citizens Have Rights” (01:37), “Citizens Have Responsibilities” (01:55), “Citizens Follow the Laws” (01:33), and “A Good Citizen” (04:21). (Lesson 7)
- Neighborhoods: Understanding Where We Live.
- http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=9EC608F8-83DB-4095-8AD1-768CCCE5EAB8&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US
- Travel alongside a mail carrier and learn all about a neighborhood. Appropriate segments are: “Introduction” (01:28), “Neighborhoods As Part of Communities” (00:38), “What Is a Neighborhood?” (00:19), “What Is a Neighbor?” (00:49), “Families and Homes in Neighborhoods” (00:45), “Different Kinds of Homes in Different Kinds of Neighborhoods” (03:40), “Addresses” (03:38), and “Maps and Review.” (00:30). (Lesson 5)
Unit 4: Economics
Internet Resources:
- Kehler, Abbejean. “The Little Red Hen Online Lesson.” EconEdlink. June 29,2006.http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.cfm?lesson=EM389&page=teacher The Little Red Hen Lesson Plan.
- “The Ant and the Grasshopper.” AesopsFables.com http://aesopfables.com/cgi/aesop1.cgi?srch&fabl/TheAntandtheGrasshopper
- The Little Red Hen. Econedlink. 10 July 2006. http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.cfm?lesson=EM389&page=teacher
- The story of the Little Red Hen is presented with suggestions for exploring the concept of working.
- This site contains the fable about the Ant and the Grasshopper.
- “The ABCs of Saving” Tutorial. National Council on Economic Education. June 29, 2006.http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.php?lid=414&type=educator
- Find the link under "Resources" that says, "Learn How to Create A Savings Place." This site is a tutorial explaining short-term goals and long-term goals of saving. Students learn how to create a savings plan.
- “ABCs of Savings” Plan Worksheet. National Council on Economic Education. June 29, 2006http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/docs_lessons/414_414_Evaluation11.pdf Assessment sheet for saving.
- “The ABCs of Saving.” National Council on Economic Education. June 29, 2006.http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.php?lid=414&type=educator Find the link under "Resources" for this activity to learn about other short-term and long-term goals for savings.
- “Econlink: Who is Earning Money.” National Council on Economic Education June 29, 2006.http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.php?lid=465&type=educator
- Under Resources, find link for "Who is Earning Money?" Students choose jobs and explain why.
- “Workers and Their Hats.” National Council on Economic Education June 29, 2006.http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.php?lid=465&type=educator Under Resources, find link for Activity 1.. Click and Drag interactive activity. Match workers to their hats.
- “Your Neighborhood. Ben’s Guide to US Government.” July 28, 2006. http://bensguide.gpo.gov/k-2/neighborhood/index.html. This web site permits students to click on a fire station, police station, post office, hospital, library or school. For each of these places, a community helper is displayed and an explanation of his or her job is offered.
- “Communities – What They Provide for Us.” National Council on Educational Economics. July 28, 2006.http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/EM310/flash/em310_popupActivity.html Pop-up activity students can use to review the roles of community helpers
- “Providing Goods and Services.” National Council on Educational Economics. July 28, 2006http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/EM310/flash/em310_popupActivity_2.html. Pop-up activity students can use to review the concepts of goods and services
- "Factory Work - How Things Are Produced.” PBS Kids. June 28, 2006http://pbskids.org/rogers/R_house/picpic.htm Seeing the factory can help the students understand that most things happen through a process with a beginning, a middle, and an end. (NOTE: you will need to have RealOne Player to view the online movies provided on this site)
- “Woof! Woof! At Your Service.” National Council on Educational Economics.http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.cfm?lesson=EM194 A lesson on the difference between goods and services; visit a kennel and complete and click and drag activity.
- We Can Earn Money. Econlink. June 29, 2006
- http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.php?lid=465&type=educator
- Under Resources, find link for "We Can Earn Money." Click and drag activity.
Video
- "The Difference Between Needs and Wants." Discovery Education. . 23:00. 5 segments. Subscription Required.http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=279EB2E7-5F86-48E8-BDC8-7701DD9B80A2&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US Two young friends wake up and find themselves on a desert island where the 'Genie of Wise Choices' lives. While there, the genie helps the children understand the importance of making good choices as they are faced with the difficult task of choosing between an essential need or a desired want. Water, food, clothing, shelter, and clean air are all introduced and discussed as your students learn about the difference between a need and a want.
- “Edison: Inventor and Innovator.” Discovery Education. 3:03.http://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/E9F96095-F8D1-479A-962D-9E0D0CA91E13
- “As a young boy, Edison was always experimenting with chemistry and mechanics. In 1869, his curiosity paid off when he was paid forty thousand dollars for his stock ticker. He opened his own invention lab, and began making new inventions, as well as improvements on old technologies.”
- “Maya and Miguel: The Dog Walkers.” Discovery Education. 16:00. 10 segments. Subscription Required.http://app.discoveryeducation.com/player/view/assetGuid/0B3C1D44-7763-4BC9-BE55-45EDDEA6D6E5 “In order to send their neighbor, the retired Broadway dancer Mrs. Salviati, to her high school reunion, Maya and Miguel decide to open a pet-care business to raise money for the plane fare. But when they take on a few too many jobs, they are overwhelmed with neighborhood pets needing to be walked, fed, bathed, groomed, and clipped. In the end, they learn not to bite off more than they can chew.”
- “How our Economy Works.” School Videos. DVD/VHS. 2001. http://www.schoolvideos.com/videos/A5708.cfm In this engaging video students learn that people work to earn money so that they can satisfy their basic needs and wants, and that everything we spend money on is either for goods or services. They learn what a job is and the difference between production workers and service workers. They are introduced to the concepts of saving and banks. 18 minutes. $29.95 Phone: 1-800-483-3383 Fax: 1-888-478-1426 Mail: PO Box 4440 El Dorado Hills CA 95762
- Financial Education Curriculum. Citigroup. There are three free sites. Interactive cartoons that are targeted at young children. The teacher controls the movement between slides.