Grade 1 Social Studies
9 units matched to the Alberta Curriculum. Kids see this subject as “My World”.
Organizing ideas
- Focus: local communities and cultures.
- Key physical features and landmarks help us describe and find places in our communities.
- Communities include diverse cultures, such as First Nations, Métis, Inuit and francophone communities.
- People exchange goods and services to meet their needs.
- Everyone has roles and responsibilities in the groups they belong to.
- We support a sense of belonging by treating others with respect, and Canada has official symbols.
Units
Unit 1
My Community
Community helpers and places, plus rights, rules, roles and responsibilities at home, at school and in the community.
Learning outcome: roles and responsibilities in groups · roles and responsibilities, community helpers and being a good neighbour
Unit 2
Respect & Inclusion
Sharing, taking turns, listening, including others, and showing respect for people, belongings and the places we share.
Learning outcome: supporting belonging · kind and inclusive behaviour so that everyone belongs
Unit 3
Different & Alike
How families, languages, cultures and celebrations differ, what we all share, and how to show respect for each other.
Learning outcome: cultures of diverse communities, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and francophone communities · how families and celebrations are alike and different
Unit 4
Cultures in Alberta
Alberta communities include First Nations, Métis, Inuit, francophone and many other cultures. Children learn that cultures share music, food, languages and stories, and that being curious and kind helps people feel welcome. Indigenous content is kept light and in the present tense; it should be explored further with local communities.
Learning outcome: cultures of diverse communities, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and francophone communities · cultures that live in Alberta today, and respectful ways to learn about them
Unit 5
Places in My Community
Natural and built features, residential and commercial areas, and describing where places are with relative location words (near, far, beside, across).
Learning outcome: key physical features and landmarks of communities · natural and built features and different areas of a community
Unit 6
Landmarks & Land Features
Communities have physical features (mountains, rivers, lakes, prairies) and landmarks (towers, bridges, buildings) that help people find their way. Children meet some well-known places in Alberta.
Learning outcome: key physical features and landmarks of communities · natural and built landmarks in Alberta communities
Unit 7
Community Services
Jobs that serve the community (fire, health, sanitation, libraries, transit) and services the government or community provides for everyone.
Learning outcome: exchange of goods and services · services in the community and the people who provide them
Unit 8
Goods & Services
Goods are things we can touch, like bread and boots. Services are jobs people do for us, like a bus ride. People trade, buy and sell goods and services so everyone gets what they need.
Learning outcome: exchange of goods and services · goods and services, trading, and how food gets from farm to table
Unit 9
Canada's Symbols
Symbols such as the national flag, the maple leaf, the beaver and the anthem O Canada stand for our country. Children also meet a few symbols of Alberta.
Learning outcome: Canada’s official symbols · Canada’s flag, maple leaf, beaver and anthem, and a few symbols of Alberta
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