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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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Presidents' Day
by Sheri DeanOn the third Monday in February, we celebrate Presidents' Day. Originally meant to honor George Washington, and then later, Abraham Lincoln, this important holiday now honors all presidents who have served our country. Readers will learn about the holiday’s interesting history, and why it’s important to honor our nation’s leaders on the third Monday of February.
Meet the Baker
by Joyce JeffriesHow a baker makes the breads, pies, and cakes that we love to eat is revealed though fun, engaging text.
Police Officers
by Jacqueline Laks GormanExplains what police officers do, including helping people in trouble, stopping people who break the law, and directing traffic.
Our National Symbols
by Joseph PatrickThe American Flag, Statue of Liberty, The Liberty Bell...what do they stand for?
Crossing Guards
by JoAnn Early MackenCrossing guards have a very important job—keeping us safe. In this book, beginning readers learn about the duties of a crossing guard, and see firsthand how these important community workers help to keep them safe every day on their way to school. Also covered are important safety rules about crossing the street.
Let's Eat!
by Ana Zamorano and Julie VivasEnjoying the tempting dishes that his mother prepares every day, from chick pea soup and empanadas to sardinas and roast pollo, Antonio helps his other family members prepare a feast when his mother has a baby.
The Pledge of Allegiance
by Scholastic IncPhotographs illustrating each phrase of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag introduce information about the scenes depicted, the origin and meaning of the pledge, national holidays when the flag should be displayed, and other details about the banner and its history.
How My Family Lives In America
by Susan KuklinIn How My Family Lives in America, author-photographer Susan Kuklin zeroes in on the source of cultural identity: the family.
Meet:
Sanu, who is learning how to braid her hair and to cook the same African meal her father makes.
Eric, who loves to play baseball with his dad and to dance the merengue with his friends and family.
April, who works hard on her Chinese writing and tries to keep up with her family's challenging games.
Their stories emphasize the seemingly minor and everyday ways heritage is transmitted: stories, songs, games, language, special occasions. They show the importance of choice and adaptation in forging a cultural identity. And they provoke readers to examine their own families -- what makes them the same, what makes them distinct, and how this uniqueness is celebrated.
Welcome To Kindergarten
by Anne RockwellJoin Tim as he visits his future kindergarten classroom and learns what he will be doing during his first year of school. Explore the reading, math, and art centers. Sit at the desk where he will practice writing, counting, and telling time. The classroom may look a little too big at first, but after finding out about all the fun ahead, it doesn't seem too big at all. In fact, it's just the right size.
Respecting Others
by Robin NelsonAn introduction to respecting yourself, friends, parents, teachers, people you don't know, and the earth, with specific examples of how to show respect at home and at school.
Happy Thanksgiving!
by Alex ApplebyLearn about Thanksgiving, an American tradition passed down by people for hundreds of years as a day of thanks in November. Part of the tradition over the years is eating turkey and playing football.
Songs That Honor America
by William DeckerLarge color photographs of patriotic images such the American flag, the national anthem being sung at various events, and American soldiers saluting, the history behind famous national songs and their significance in our reality.
Our Classroom Rules
by Nora SotherdenStudents are introduced to roles, manners, and rules of the classroom through carefully leveled text and bright photographs.
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.
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.
American Holidays
by Abigail BetancesIn this book, author has mentioned the yearly calendar, month and day the Flag Day comes for America.
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.
Career Day
by Anne RockwellEach child in Mrs. Madoff s class brings a visitor who tells the group about his or her job.
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.
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.
Mail Carriers
by JoAnn Early MackenPhotographs and simple text describe the work done by mail carriers. Includes bibliographical references and index.
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.
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.
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
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.