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    Grade 1 Social Studies Activities

    Discover engaging, hands-on social studies activities that help students explore communities, cultures, geography, and civic responsibility through interactive learning experiences.

    Building Community Understanding

    These carefully designed activities support the Grade 1 Social Studies curriculum by providing hands-on, inquiry-based experiences that help students develop understanding of communities, cultural diversity, spatial thinking, and civic participation through meaningful contexts.

    Historical and Cultural Thinking
    Civic Participation
    Spatial Thinking
    Economic Decision Making
    Historical and Cultural Thinking

    My Family Tree

    Students create a family tree to explore their family history and cultural heritage.

    45 min
    Individual

    πŸ“šMaterials Needed:

    • Paper
    • Colored pencils
    • Family photos (optional)
    • +1 more items
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    Civic Participation

    Community Helper Role Play

    Students role-play different community helpers to understand their roles and responsibilities.

    30 min
    Small groups

    πŸ“šMaterials Needed:

    • Community helper props (hats, tools, etc.)
    • Role cards
    • Scenario cards
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    Spatial Thinking

    Neighborhood Map

    Students create a map of their neighborhood or school, identifying key locations and landmarks.

    60 min
    Pairs

    πŸ“šMaterials Needed:

    • Large paper
    • Markers
    • Rulers
    • +1 more items
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    Economic Decision Making

    Needs vs. Wants Sorting Game

    Students sort pictures of various items into 'needs' and 'wants' categories.

    25 min
    Small groups

    πŸ“šMaterials Needed:

    • Picture cards of various items
    • Two sorting containers labeled 'Needs' and 'Wants'
    • Sorting worksheet
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    Historical and Cultural Thinking

    Cultural Celebration Show and Tell

    Students share an item or tradition from their cultural background with the class.

    45 min
    Individual

    πŸ“šMaterials Needed:

    • Cultural items brought from home
    • World map or globe
    • Cultural celebration worksheet
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    Spatial Thinking

    Cardinal Directions Treasure Hunt

    Students use cardinal directions to find hidden treasures around the classroom or school yard.

    40 min
    Pairs

    πŸ“šMaterials Needed:

    • Compass
    • Direction cards
    • Small treasures or prizes
    • +1 more items
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    Ready to explore social studies?

    Choose an activity above to begin your community and cultural adventure!

    🌍 Cultural Understanding β€’ 🏘️ Community Building β€’ πŸ—ΊοΈ Spatial Thinking β€’ 🎭 Civic Participation