Social Studies  

We are starting our new unit on Maps and Globes.   

Standard 2: Use geographic terms and tools to describe places and spaces. 

This week, we will start our social studies unit on using geographical tools.  In this unit, students will compare and contrast the functions of maps and globes, use direction words to describe location, and create a simple map including human and national features.    

Please complete the form with your address and phone number and return it with your child as soon as you can.   

Our learning targets are as follows:  

Students Can:  

1. Explain that maps and globes are different representations of Earth.  

1. Describe locations using terms related to direction and distance. For example: Forward and backward, left and right, near and far, is next to, and close.  

1. Recite an address including city, state, and country, and explain how those labels help find places on a map.  

1. Distinguish between land and water on a map and globe.  

1. Create simple maps showing both human and natural features.  

Welcome to first-grade social studies! 

We will start the year  with our “Leader in Me” unit.  In this unit, students will learn leadership and life skills to create a culture of student empowerment based on the idea that every child can be a leader.   

Last week, we learned about Habit 1, Be Proactive.  This habit focuses on being in charge of yourself, your words and your actions.  We learned about the importance of saying, “It’s OK to walk away”. 

This week, we will learn about Habits 2, 3 and 4. Habit 2 talks about how to be proactive and making a plan. Habit 3 is learning to put first things first. This habit focuses on helping students learn to prioritize tasks in their daily lives. It teaches important executive functioning skills, which are essential for managing everyday activities like making plans, solving problems, and adapting to new situations. By developing these skills, students can better organize their time and responsibilities. 

Habit 4 focusing on sportsmanship and celebrating each other’s win while celebrating our own efforts.

 The Seven Habits  

Habit 1:  Be Proactive (You’re in Charge)  

Habit 2:  Begin With The End In Mind (Have a Plan)  

Habit 3:  Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)  

Habit 4:  Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)  

Habit 5:  Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)  

Habit 6:  Synergize (Together Is Better)  

Habit 7:  Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)