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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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Rules and Laws Keep Me Safe
by Harcourt School PublishersRules and Laws Keep Me Safe by Harcourt School Publishers Social Studies
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.
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.
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.
Police Officers
by Jacqueline Laks GormanExplains what police officers do, including helping people in trouble, stopping people who break the law, and directing traffic.
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.
The Playground
by Jacqueline Laks GormanThis series is the ticket to places both familiar and exciting to young children. From the library to the zoo, each title explores a different place that kids like to visit and describes what a visitor can see and do there. Beginning readers will enjoy the lively, full-color photographs, which enhance the simple, easy-to-read text.
Our National Symbols
by Joseph PatrickThe American Flag, Statue of Liberty, The Liberty Bell...what do they stand for?
Our Classroom Rules
by Nora SotherdenStudents are introduced to roles, manners, and rules of the classroom through carefully leveled text and bright photographs.
On the Move
by Sue BarracloughIntroduces different methods of transportation, including bicycles, trucks, motorcycles, and trains.
Odd Velvet
by Tara Calahan King and Mary E. WhitcombVelvet is odd. Instead of dolls that talk and cry, Velvet brings a milkweed pod for show and tell. She wins the class art contest using only an eight-pack of crayons. She likes to collect rocks. Even her name is strange-Velvet! But as the school year unfolds, the things Velvet does and the things that Velvet says slowly begin to make sense. And, in the end, Velvet's classmates discover that being different is what makes Velvet so much fun.
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.
My Class
by Vicky BraidichEarly learners are introduced to the purpose, sights, and sounds of the classroom. Books of the Real Life Readers Program use real life scenario narratives to help readers further develop content-area reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
Me on the Map
by Annette Cable and Joan SweeneyIllustrated in full color. In this playful introduction to maps and geography, step by simple step, a young girl shows readers herself on a map of her room, her room on the map of her house, her house on the map of her street--all the way to her country on a map of the world. Once the reader is familiar with the maps, she demonstrates how readers can find their own country, state, and town--all the way back to their room--on each colorful map. Easy-to-read text, bright artwork, and charming details give children a lot to search for and will have them eager to help navigate on the next family vacation From the Hardcover Library Binding edition.
Memorial Day
by Sheri DeanRead a short history of the holiday and find links to other Memorial Day sites.
Meet the School Secretary
by Elizabeth VogelDescribes all the tasks a school secretary must do to help keep a school running smoothly.
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.
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.
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.
Meet The Fireman
by Joyce JeffriesA fireman works very hard to keep people safe, and early learners discover for themselves what the life of a firefighter is really like. Through the use of accessible text, readers take an exciting trip through a fire station and are introduced to the equipment firemen use to put out fires and save lives. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant photographs show firemen working hard in a variety of thrilling situations.
Meet The Farmer
by Joyce JeffriesIntroduces farmers, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use.
Meet The Construction Worker
by Joyce JeffriesConstruction workers build our towns and cities! In this book, beginning readers will get to meet the community helpers who turn wood and metal into houses and schools. Readers will meet roofers, pipe fitters, and other essential builders that make the places we call home. Full-color photographs depict people hard at work, and a picture glossary reinforces vocabulary with vivid photographs of buildings and supplies, ready for work! [ High-interest topic engages young readers [ Strong picture-text correlation aids in comprehension [ Reading level supports beginning readers [ Picture glossary helps develop vocabulary skills [ Comprehendible index guides readers through each book