Kindergarten Social Studies
4 units matched to the Saskatchewan Curriculum. Kids see this subject as “My World”.
Strands and outcomes
- Interactions and Interdependence (INK.1–INK.2): Demonstrate an understanding of similarities and differences among individuals in the classroom. Describe the diversity of groups represented in the classroom.
- Dynamic Relationships (DRK.1–DRK.3): Describe the spatial relationships among people, places, and environments. Explore examples of promises made through actions and words, and why it is important to keep promises. Analyze ways in which place and physical systems influence daily life, including the influence of place on the…
- Power and Authority (PAK.1–PAK.2): Understand and respect the agreed-upon rules of the classroom, playground, and school, and recognize that rules… Recognize situations in which disagreement may be part of living, studying, and working together, and that…
- Resources and Wealth (RWK.1–RWK.2): Examine ways of managing tasks and resources in families and schools. Develop and demonstrate stewardship of the environment in daily actions, in an effort to promote balance and…
Units
Unit 1
All About Me
Naming feelings, noticing how we are the same and different, and choosing kind actions so everyone feels respected.
Outcome: INK.1, INK.2 · similarities and differences among individuals, and the diversity of groups in the classroom
Unit 2
Helpers & Rules
Community helpers and places, classroom rules like taking turns, being responsible, and learning that Indigenous peoples were the first people of this land.
Outcome: PAK.1, PAK.2 · classroom, playground and school rules, and working through disagreements
Unit 3
Places Near Me
Naming places in the community (library, park, school, hospital), what they are used for, and whether they are natural or built.
Outcome: DRK.1 · where people, places and environments are in relation to each other
Unit 4
Caring for Nature
Thinking about what happens when a local place changes, and simple ways to care for plants, animals, water and the land.
Outcome: RWK.2 · caring for the environment through daily actions
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