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District List: NYC Core Curriculum K - Social Studies
Description: The New York City Core Curriculum program aims to provide a high-quality curricula to NYC students through a seamless instructional program across grades and subjects. This list has been curated by #NYCDOE for Kindergarten Social Studies materials.
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Who's Who In A School Community
by Jake MillerWho are the different people who make up the school community? Readers will learn the part that students, teachers, but drivers, lunchroom workers and many others play in making the school community run smoothly.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
by Connor DaytonMLK Day is not meant to be a holiday off from school, work, or duties, it is meant to be a stirring call to action to model our individual efforts after the holiday s namesake, Martin Luther King Junior. While focusing on the national holiday, readers will come to understand King s vision through stirring photographs and accessible text. They will be motivated to spend this holiday in the spirit intended.
The Many People Of America
by Nathan Mills and Joanna AndersonThe Many People of America was written to support the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts. The many ethnicities of America's people are explored with bright photographs paired with carefully leveled text. Children will learn the similarities and differences of our many people, and how to celebrate that. CCSS English Language Arts Strands & Standards: Literacy.RI.1.3, Literacy.L.1.5
How We Get Around Town
by April LeeExplains the different ways people can get around town, including walking, biking, and driving.
My Fourth Of July
by Lorraine HarrisonAligned to the Common Core State Standards, these leveled, informational texts are great for individual or small group reading instruction.
Meet the School Secretary
by Elizabeth VogelDescribes all the tasks a school secretary must do to help keep a school running smoothly.
Flag Day
by Sheri DeanEvery year, North Americans fly the American flag on June 14th. This show of patriotism isnt in anticipation of Independence Day; its a different holiday entirely. Flag Day is a celebration of the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag. The book helps beginning readers learn about our flag, how we take care of it, and how we honor it as a national symbol.
What Does The School Nurse Do?
by Winston GarrettFrom treating stomachaches to cuts or even worse, the school nurse makes sure students remain well, safe, and happy. Early readers will take a closer look at this vital job, and, in doing so, overcome any anxiety that may have when visiting the school nurse.
What Do School Secretaries Do?
by Rita KiddeSchool secretaries are organized, friendly, and dedicated, but many young students don't give them much thought. By reading more about school secretaries, students will come to better understand and appreciate the many ways these individuals ensure that their schools run smoothly.
We Help at School
by Nathan Mills and Craig RoseWe Help at School was written to support the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts. Young children are shown helping out at school, while accompanying text explains each scene. Everyone is shown helping out with some task, great or small, which will inspire your students. CCSS English Language Arts Strands & Standards: Literacy.RI.K.5, Literacy.L.K.1
Presidents' Day
by Connor DaytonIntroduces Presidents' Day and the two presidents it chiefly honors, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, and describes monuments to the presidents.
Meet the Pilot
by Joyce JeffriesToday, professional pilots use fast jets and helicopters to get from place to place in style. It also Introduces the work that they do, and the aircraft that they fly.
Mail Carriers
by JoAnn Early MackenPhotographs and simple text describe the work done by mail carriers. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Diwali
by Nancy DickmannThis series explains what happens at a variety of holidays and festivals in a simple way. Focus is placed on how a child would experience the celebration, looking at the season and its main features.
Meet the Cafeteria Workers
by Elizabeth VogelDiscusses what the school cafeteria worker does, including prepare healthy lunches, serve the food, and clean up the cafeteria.
Career Day
by Anne RockwellEach child in Mrs. Madoff s class brings a visitor who tells the group about his or her job.
Who Works at My School?
by Emerson FronczakThe duties of the teacher, music teacher, art teacher, gym teacher, nurse, and cook are explained in a question and answer format.
American Holidays
by Abigail BetancesIn this book, author has mentioned the yearly calendar, month and day the Flag Day comes for America.
Visiting the White House
by Chelsea NewportAge-appropriate language, vivid imagery, and a relatable narrative will grab students' attention, keeping them engaged while also equipping them with the skills they need to become thoughtful readers.
Happy Fourth of July!
by Alex ApplebyReaders will learn why we set off fireworks to celebrate America's birthday and what other people do to honor the country on this fun holiday. From sparklers and hot dogs to parades and fun floats, readers will learn why the Fourth of July is a great holiday.