Social Studies 1 ED

The first grade History program begins an overview of world history (spanning grades 1-4) from the Stone Age to the Space Age. Through lively stories and activities, students will:. Understand how geography influences the rise of civilizations, and develop spatial sense through regular work with maps and globes. Explore the recurrent themes of civilization: settling down and surviving, innovating and inventing, building cities and empires, establishing laws and government, and preserving knowledge and works of the imagination. Become familiar with mythologies, traditions, and belief systems of various cultures. Identify important figures, events, and concepts related to the historical origins of major world religions. Recognize lasting contributions in ideas (for example, democracy, republican government, and civil service) from various civilizations