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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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Sanitation Workers
by JoAnn Early MackenWhen the streets are clean and the air has a fresh scent, we have sanitation workers to thank for it. Each one of us will leave over 100,000 pounds of trash behind in our lifetime. Readers will learn how sanitation workers ensure that our gobs and gobs of trash are disposed of properly. Tools of the trade are explored, allowing your readers to gain a new appreciation for this important community
Train
by Elisha CooperA night train, a freight train, a high-speed train. Racing across the country, from coast to coast. All aboard! Climb aboard a red-striped Commuter Train in the East. Switch to a blue Passenger Train rolling through midwestern farmland. Then hop on a Freight Train, soar over mountains on an Overnight Train, and finish on a High-Speed Train as it races to the West Coast. Trains are moving. Fast and loud, colorful and powerful. Experience their sights, sounds, smells--and the engineers and conductors who make them go--as they roll across the country.
What Does A Janitor Do?
by Rita KiddeJanitors do much more than just sweep and mop the floors. They are also responsible for making sure everything in the school is in proper working order.
By using simple language and illustrative photography, this book is designed to help students understand just how big and important a janitor’s job is.
On the Move
by Sue BarracloughIntroduces different methods of transportation, including bicycles, trucks, motorcycles, and trains.
We Follow The Rules
by Robin SternExplains some of the rules students should follow in class, including listening to the teacher, taking turns, and raising hands to speak.
Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen
by DyAnne DiSalvo-RyanA gentle and age-appropiate introduction to two key issues of our time—hunger and homelessness—from a kid's point of view. This empathy-building book is good for sharing at home or in a classroom.
Transportation
by Jennifer BoothroydThis social studies series offers early emergent readers a comparison of how people live in their local communities. By focusing on everyday topics, students will be encouraged to compare and contrast their own experiences.
What Does the Principal Do?
by Rita KiddeAuthority figures can be scary for kids when they don’t understand what they do. This book highlights the many ways the principal is there to help everyone, students and teachers alike.
We Are Citizens
by Laine Falk
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.
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.
Discover Symbols Of The United States
by Barbara BrannonRead about symbols of the United States like the Liberty Bell and the United States flag.
Symbols Of America
by Susan DeStefano and Sundance Newbridge Llc Staff"Civic ideals and practices: identifying key American symbols."
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Cafeteria Workers
by Elizabeth VogelDiscusses what the school cafeteria worker does, including prepare healthy lunches, serve the food, and clean up the cafeteria.
Mail Carriers
by JoAnn Early MackenPhotographs and simple text describe the work done by mail carriers. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Meet the School Secretary
by Elizabeth VogelDescribes all the tasks a school secretary must do to help keep a school running smoothly.