Social Studies Gr 2
Communities Around the World
In this Social Studies unit, students will learn about and discuss different communities around the world. Students will need a parent or other helper to guide them through these activities and help them discuss the reflection questions. The focus for these activities is web based learning.
Please start with the activities in the first box and work your way through. (i.e., 1. Listen/Watch/Do, 2. Read 3. Write etc.)
Watch this Learn 360 video clip that explores the question, What is a community? This video provides some answers. Students will gain a new perspective on themselves and the world when they see this intimate view of three different communities around the globe & explore the relationship between people and their environment.
When finished, create a Venn Diagram to show the similarities and differences between two of the three countries mentioned in the video.
LISTEN & DO - Customs Around the World
Explore celebrations, housing, clothing, food, etc … from communities around the world
How do others lives around the world compare to yours?
Choose one of the topics (e.g. clothing, transportation, food) and compare it with your own life. Write a postcard to a child in another country telling them something about life in your country.
LISTEN & DO - Travel Brochure
Listen to and/or read A Ticket Around the World about a young boy who hops around the globe visiting friends.
Choose a country that you would like to visit and find out more about it. Use the sites on UG2GO (Pebble Go, Kids Info Bits).
Create a travel brochure about the country you choose.
National Geographic for Kids: Click on the Map to discover many countries around the World.
A game show that takes you around the world. Learn about different cultures as a contestant on Busters BIG Show.
National Geographic for Kids: Learn about celebrations around the world.
