Dear Parent/Guardian,

In Kindergarten, the study of the self, home, family, and classroom establishes the foundation for responsible citizenship in society. Students explore state and national heritage by examining the celebration of patriotic holidays and the contributions of individuals. The concept of chronology is introduced. Students apply geographic concepts of location and physical and human characteristics of place. Students identify basic human needs and ways people meet these needs. Students learn the purpose of rules and the role of authority figures in the home and school. Students learn customs, symbols, and celebrations that represent American beliefs and principles and contribute to our national identity. Students compare family customs and traditions and describe examples of technology in the home and school. Students acquire information from a variety of oral and visual sources. Students practice problem-solving, decision-making, and independent-thinking skills. Throughout social studies in Kindergarten-Grade 12, students build a foundation in history; geography; economics; government; citizenship; culture; science, technology, and society; and social studies skills.

We will cover the following units the second nine weeks:

Unit 6: Positional Words and Locations

This unit introduces students to the reasons for certain national patriotic holidays and to the contributions of important people in history.

Unit 7: Families

In this unit, students start to explore similarities and differences among families: the characteristics that families have in common and others that may distinguish one family from another.

Unit 8: Customs/Traditions In this unit, students explore national holidays and customs, as well as family customs and traditions, both as commemorations of important group values.

Unit 9: Celebrations

In this unit, students explore national holidays and customs, as well as family customs and traditions, both as commemorations of important group values.

Unit 10: Maps/Communities

This unit introduces students to the concept of place and location. Students practice using simple maps and globes and learn about physical features on the Earth’s surface.

Texas History Enrichment Unit

Students examine the history or Texas from the early beginnings to the present.

Local History Enrichment Unit

Students explore the local history of the community and surrounding areas to learn about significant individuals, economic industries (cattle, trains, and aviation), landmarks and points of interest.

Throughout the second nine weeks grading period, student knowledge and understanding will be assessed in a variety of ways, such as:

  • Collaborative Anchor Charts
  • Individual Anchor Charts
  • Timelines
  • Academic Vocabulary
  • Thinking Maps/Graphic Organizers
  • Matching
  • Visuals-Graphic Organizers
  • Problem Solving
  • Collaborative Learning
  • Recognize Primary Sources
  • Quick Writes
  • Making Connections
  • Pair/Share
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Response To Open Ended Questions
  • Basic Maps
  • Observations
  • Formative & Summative Assessments
  • Share the Pen Sentence Starters
  • Story Starters
  • My StorySpark Electronic/Paper
  • Drawing Responses/ Response Writing
  • Open Ended Question Response
  • Journal Entries
  • Diary Entry
  • Timeline-Event Descriptions

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns regarding your student. We look forward to working with you and your child to ensure academic success.

Respectfully,

Kindergarten Social Studies Teachers

KindergartenSocial Studies 2nd9 Weeks