Social Studies
Patriotism/U.S.
Courtney Wilson
The New Big Book of America, Todd Davis, Bradbury Press, New York, 2002.
“A young readers guide to the history, geography and culture of all fifty states, with maps.”
El Dorado County Library
Grade: 3-5
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3 Students know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the U.S. that provide continuity and a sense of community across them.
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3.3 Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, statue of Liberty, United States Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence and know the people and events associated with them.
Courtney Wilson
Young John Quincy, Cheryl Harness, Bradbury Press, New York, 1994.
Presents the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence as seen through the eyes of a boy who would grow up to be the sixth president.
El Dorado County Library
Grade: 2-4
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3 Students know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the U.S. that provide continuity and a sense of community across them.
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3.3 Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, statue of Liberty, United States Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence and know the people and events associated with them.
Courtney Wilson
If You Were There, in 1776, Barbara Brenner, Bradbury Press, New York, 1994
“Demonstrates how the concepts and principles expressed in the Declaration of Independence were drawn from the experiences of living in America. In the late eighteenth century, with emphasis given to how children lived on a New England farm, a Southern Plantation, and on the Frontier.”
Grade: 3
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3 Students know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the U.S. that provide continuity and a sense of community across them.
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3.3 Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, statue of Liberty, United States Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence and know the people and events associated with them.
Courtney Wilson
The Declaration of Independence, Dennis B. Fradein, Children’s Press, Chicago, 1988.
This book examines the political situation in America at the time of the troubles between England and her colonies there and describes how the Declaration of Independence was written and accepted.
Grade: K-3
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3 Students know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the U.S. that provide continuity and a sense of community across them.
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3.3 Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, statue of Liberty, United States Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence and know the people and events associated with them.
Courtney Wilson
Betsy Ross Homepage
This website has a lot of great information on the flag and its history. You can take a virtual tour of Betsy Ross’s house and learn about her life. The website tells what the red, white and blue stand for. There is also flag trivia and facts about the flag. There is also a page on how to make a perfect five point star with one cut of scissors.
Grade: 2-4
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3 Students know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the U.S. that provide continuity and a sense of community across them.
CA Standard History/Social Studies 1.3.3 Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, statue of Liberty, United States Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence and know the people and events associated with them.
Character Building and Self-esteem
Courtney Wilson
The Brand New Kid, By Katie Couric, Double Day, New York, 2000
This book is about a boy who is new to a school and is getting picked on by everyone. He doesn’t want to go to school any more, when he doesn’t show up, two girls see his mother and ask her where he is. She explains his feelings and when he goes back to school the next day the two girls take him under their wing and befriend him.
The ABC Experience Store in New York city/ my personal collection
Grade: K-3
CA Standard History/Social Studies 2. Understand the elements of fair play and good sportsmanship, respect for the rights and opinions of others and respect for rules by which we live including the meaning of the “Golden Rule”.
Courtney Wilson
Chrysanthemum, By Kevin Henkes, Scholastic Inc., New York, 1991.
Chrysanthemum is a girl who loves her name till she goes to school and the other kids start to make fun of her name because it is to long. The class eventually changes their minds about her name when the music teacher who they all love dearly is going to have a baby and is going to name her baby Chrysanthemum.
Grade:1-3
CA Standard History/Social Studies 2. Understand the elements of fair play and good sportsmanship, respect for the rights and opinions of others and respect for rules by which we live including the meaning of the “Golden Rule”.
Courtney Wilson
Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge, By Mem Fox, Kane/Miller Book Publishing, Australia, 1984.
Wilfrid is a boy who lives next door to an old folks home, he befriends an old lady who is loosing her memory. He spends the whole book trying to figure out what a memory is so that he can help restore hers.
Grade:K-3
CA Standard History/Social Studies 2. Understand the elements of fair play and good sportsmanship, respect for the rights and opinions of others and respect for rules by which we live including the meaning of the “Golden Rule”.
Courtney Wilson
The Rainbow Fish, By Marcus Pfister, North-South Books, New York, 1992.
This book is about sharing and what happens when you don’t share something that you have an abundance of. The fish has a lot of sparkly pretty scales, he doesn’t want to share, but that leaves him with no one. He finally realizes he must share and ends up giving away most of his pretty sparkly scales.
Grade:K-3
CA Standard History/Social Studies 2. Understand the elements of fair play and good sportsmanship, respect for the rights and opinions of others and respect for rules by which we live including the meaning of the “Golden Rule”.
Courtney Wilson
Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon, Patty Lovell,
This book is about a little girl who has buck teeth, very, very short, sounds like a frog, and clumsy. Her grandmother tells her to “stand tall, and the world will stand with you”, she listens to her grandmother and the boy who picks on her ends up feeling very foolish.
Grade:K-3
CA Standard History/Social Studies 2. Understand the elements of fair play and good sportsmanship, respect for the rights and opinions of others and respect for rules by which we live including the meaning of the “Golden Rule”.
Terra Warford
People/Places/Patriotism
The Declaration of Independence: The Words that Made America. Scholastic Inc. Written by
Sam Fink
Crafted
by our founding fathers of our nation in 1776, the Declaration of Independence
notified Great Britain that its colonies would form a free and independent
nation. The complete text of the Declaration of Independence is presented here,
phrase by phrase, with each word precisely inscribed in beautiful hand
lettering. A large, colorful illustration on every page brings the document to
life. The Declaration of Independence contains a wealth of factual information
that is sure to inspire everyone with the assertion that every human being has
an equal right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Recommended for grades 1-3.
Standards: 1.3 Students
know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of he United States that provide continuity and
a sense of community across time.
1.
Recite the Pledge of
Allegiance and sing songs that express American ideals (e.g., "My Country
'Tis of Thee").
2.
Understand the significance
of our national holidays and the heroism and achievements of the people
associated with them.
3.
Identify American symbols,
landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of
Liberty, U.S. Constitution, and Declaration of Independence, and know the
people and events associated with them.
Location: Scholastic Book Club. Paperback
Wee Sing America.
2002. Arranged by Pamela Conn Beall, Susan Hagen Nipp, Penguin
Putnam. Price Stern
Sloan Publishers
From the land of the free
and the home of the brave, Americans are explorers and dreamers. Children are
able to sing along with these classic songs from America's past and learn about
our great country, from sea to shining sea.
Recommended for students grades K-3.
Standards: 1.3 Students
know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the United States that provide continuity
and a sense of community across time.
1. Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express
American
ideals (e.g., "My Country 'Tis of
Thee").
2. Understand the significance of our national holidays and
the
heroism and achievements of the people
associated with them.
3. Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential
documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S. Constitution,
and Declaration of Independence, and know the people and events associated with
them.
Location: Borders. Audio Cassette
and Paperback. Item #: 0843149329
Coming to America: The Story of Immigration. Written by Betsy Maestro, Illustrated by Susannah
Ryan
A
descriptive history of U.S. immigration for multiple grade students. There are expressive watercolor illustrations
that capture the feelings of the successive waves of immigrants looking for a
life in America. The story is a useful
overview of a complex issue it is designed well and clearly written. Recommended for grades K-3.
Standards: 1.5 Students describe the human
characteristics of familiar places and the varied backgrounds of American
citizens and residents in those places.
Recognize the ways in which they
are all part of the same
community,
sharing principles, goals, and traditions despite their varied ancestry; the
forms of diversity in their school and community; and the benefits and
challenges of a diverse population.
1.
Understand the ways in which
American Indians and immigrants have helped define Californian and American
culture.
2.
Compare the beliefs, customs,
ceremonies, traditions, and social practices of the varied cultures, drawing
from folklore
Location: Scholastic Book
Club. Paperback . 40pp. Item #:NTS44152
America's Most Wanted Fifth Graders. Written by Jan
Lawrence, Linda Raskin.
Robert
and Margaret Anne (Max) can't believe their luck when they find an ad in the
paper that says they'll be able to make $5000 in a month. The shady con artists
who placed the ad set them up selling Cash-in-Advance Cookies. But the two children
unknowingly provide information to their bosses about their customers'
possessions and habits. When the crooks are finally caught, Robert and Max are
not any richer, but they are a lot wiser.
Recommended for grades 2-6.
Standards: 1.
6 Students understand basic economic concepts and the role of
individual choice
in a free-market economy.
1. Understand the concept of exchange and the use of money to
purchase
goods and services.
2. Identify the specialized work that people do to manufacture, transport,
and
market goods and services and the contributions of those who work in the home.
Location: Scholastic Book Club.
Paperback 176pp. Item #:NTS58295
Patriotic Favorites Coloring and
Activity Book. 2001. Written by Carole Marsh. New York: Gallopade Pub Group.
This book
is a fun coloring and activity book for students. It includes patriotic songs,
the Pledge of Allegiance, and American flag, Eagle, Statue of Liberty, Uncle
Sam, Liberty Bell, USS Constitution, and other traditional and contemporary art
for children to color plus dot-to-dots, mazes, etc.
Standards: 1.3 Students
know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the United States that provide continuity
and a sense of community across time.
1. Recite the
Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express American ideals (e.g.,
"My Country 'Tis of Thee").
2. Understand the significance of our
national holidays and the
heroism and achievements of the people
associated with them.
3. Identify
American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald
eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S. Constitution, and Declaration of Independence,
and know the people and events associated with them.
Location: Amazon.com Sales Rank. Paperback. Item #: 0635010313
The Young Patriot's Book of
Puzzles, Games, Riddles, Stories, Poems, and Activities. 2001. Written by
Carole Marsh New Yourk: Gallopade Pub Group
A fun
activity book for multiple grade students.
This book includes all-American songs, poetry, a flag to color and
display, famous patriots, patriotic puzzles, riddles, trivia, games, and more.
Pages include United States Symbols, America the Beautiful, America's Helpers,
and White House trivia, and a Pentagon Puzzle.
Suitable for grades 1-3.
Standards: 1.3 Students
know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the United States that provide continuity
and a sense of community across time.
1. Recite the
Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express American ideals (e.g.,
"My Country 'Tis of Thee").
2. Understand the significance of our
national holidays and the
heroism and achievements of the people
associated with them.
3. Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential
documents,
such as
the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S. Constitution, and Declaration of
Independence, and know the people and events associated with them.
Location: Borders. Paperback. 48 pp. Item #: 0635010321
If You Traveled West in a Covered
Wagon Written by Ellen Levine.
Illustrated by Mark Teague. Scholastic Inc.
Meticulous
research, accurate details, and facts presented from a child's perspective
convey what it was like to travel the Oregon Trail.
Standards: 1.4 Students
compare and contrast everyday life in different times and places around the
world and recognize that some aspects of people, places, and things change over
time while others stay the same.
1. Examine the structure of schools and communities in the
past.
2. Study transportation methods of earlier days.
3. Recognize similarities and differences of earlier
generations in such areas as work (inside and outside the home), dress,
manners, stories, games, and festivals, drawing from biographies, oral
histories, and folklore.
Location: Scholastic Book Club.
The Fire Engine Book (Little Golden Book). 2001. Written by Tibor Gergely
This book
describes the life of a firefighter.
Descriptions are clear and allow children to feel as though they are
riding the big red fire engines and hearing the sounds of the bell. The active
pictures will assist students in focusing on the scene where they'll see brave
firemen connect hoses and save the day.
Recommended for grades K-2.
Standards: 1.5 Students
describe the human characteristics of familiar places and the varied
backgrounds of American citizens and residents in those places.
3. Identify
the specialized work that people do to manufacture,
transport,
and market goods and services and the contributions of those who work in the
home.
America From A to Z Alphabet Set: 26 Ready-to-Display
Letter Cards with Fabulous Photos of Important American Symbols and Places. 2002. Scholastic Inc.
26
ready-to-go display letter cards with fabulous photos of important American
symbols and places, one for each letter of the alphabet. Includes a complete
teaching guide. Each card measures 8 1/2" x 6". Recommended for grades K-6
Standards: 1.3 Students know and understand the symbols,
icons, and traditions of the United States that provide continuity and a sense
of community across time.
1. Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express
American
ideals (e.g., "My Country 'Tis of Thee").
2. Understand the significance of our national holidays and the heroism and
achievements of the people associated with them.
3. Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such
as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S.
Constitution, and
Declaration of Independence, and know the people and events
associated with them.
Location: Scholastic Book
Clubs. Alphabet Cards. Item #:NTS942057
Read-Aloud Plays: Symbols of America: 10 Fascinating
Reproducible Plays That Teach Kids About The Important American Symbols,
Heroes, and Holidays That Tell the Story of Our Country. 2002. Written by
Mack Lewis.
Help kids
meet the social studies standards with ten captivating read-aloud plays about
the White House, the Liberty Bell, the Pledge, Martin Luther King Day, and
more! Each play tells the story of an American symbol, holiday, or person in a
unique and complete. Contains reproducible
scripts for student use. Suitable for
grades 2-6.
Standards: 1.3 Students know and understand the
symbols, icons, and traditions of the United States that provide continuity and
a sense of community across time.
1. Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express
American
ideals (e.g., "My Country 'Tis of Thee").
2. Understand the significance of our national holidays and the heroism
and achievements of the people associated with them.
3. Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such
as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S.
Constitution, and
Declaration of Independence, and know the people and events
associated with them.
Location: Scholastic Book Clubs.
Paperback 80 pp. Item #:NTS936597
Fresh & Fun: Our Country.
1999. Written by Frank Murphy.
Scholastic Inc.
This
resource contains dozens of instant ideas and activities from various teachers
across our country to teach about the flag, the Pledge, the presidents, and
many more! Includes a pocket-chart poem, collaborative banner, and a big,
colorful poetry poster with week by-week teachings! Recommended for teachers
and students K-6
Standards: 1.3 Students know and understand the
symbols, icons, and traditions of the United States that provide continuity and
a sense of community
across time.
1. Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express
American
ideals (e.g., "My Country 'Tis of Thee").
2.. Understand the significance of our
national holidays and the heroism
and achievements of the people associated with them.
3. Identify American symbols,
landmarks, and essential documents, such
as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S.
Constitution, and
Declaration of Independence, and know the people and events
associated with them.
April Kievernagel
Civics and American
Symbols
Yankee Doodle Mickey. 2002. Walt Disney Records. Compact Disc of Patriotic Songs. Found at Border’s.
This CD contains several patriotic
songs sung by Disney characters. Song include: You’re a Grand Old Flag, God
Bless America, Yankee Doodle, America, the Beautiful, The Star Spangled Banner,
and more. Great collection of songs to introduce to young children.
Probably most appreciated by children K-3.
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Grade 1 Social
Science 1.3.1: Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express
American ideals.
Schoolhouse Rock: America Rock. 1997. America Broadcast Company (ABC). Compact Disc of songs related to U.S. history and government. Can be found at Border’s.
This CD contains songs like The
Preamble, The Great American Melting Pot, Three Ring Government, I’m Just a
Bill, and others, which help children to understand complicated concepts.
Useful for all ages. (1-6th graders)
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Grade 1 Social
Science 1.3.1: Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express
American ideals.
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Grade 1 Social
Science 1.3.3: Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents,
such as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S. Constitution, and
Declaration of Independence, and know the people and event associated with
them.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2002. Written by Francis Bellamy. Commentary by Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson. Illustrated by Chris Raschaka. Cambridge, Massachusetts: Cambridge Press. Picture book containing the Pledge and additional explanation to explain its meaning. Can be found at CSUS Library. 323.6.B43571
This book does a great job of
dividing the Pledge into words and phrases to clearly define its meaning. It
has a poster which accompanies it. Wonderful cut-paper illustrations. Can be
understood on different levels by all age groups.
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Grade 1 Social
Science 1.3.1 Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express
American ideals.
Great American Events on Stage: 15 Plays to Celebrate America’s Past. 1997. Edited by Sylvia E. Kamerman. Boston: Plays Inc. Collection of scripts for plays. Can be found at CSUS Library. 822.G7865
Wonderful collection of plays related to events in American history, dealing with the American Revolution, women’s suffrage, civil rights, and immigration to name a few. These plays are written for older students (6-8th graders?), yet could be modified to suit younger children.
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Grade 1 Social
Science 1.3.3: Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents,
such as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S. Constitution, and
Declaration of Independence, and know the people and event associated with
them.