How to learn Kindergarten: Social studies

District of Columbia academic standards: Social studies, Kindergarten

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1. Driving Concept 5: Meeting Community Needs

1. Fairness, Equality and Equity: Understand what fairness means and why it matters — recognising that fair doesn't always mean equal (everyone getting the same) but can mean equitable (everyone getting what they need), and applying this understanding in group situations
2. Saving Money: Why people save money; piggy banks and saving jars; setting a savings goal; the idea that not spending now means having more later
3. Needs & Wants: The difference between things we need (food, shelter, clothing) and things we want (toys, treats); that we sometimes have to choose because money is limited
4. Jobs People Do: Different kinds of work people do; that people earn money by working; how jobs help the community; linking personal interests to possible jobs

2. Driving Concept 1: Working Together

1. Vocabulary: working with others: Know and use the vocabulary of working with others — cooperate, share, take turns, team, listen, agree, disagree respectfully, and include — and understand that these words describe habits that friendships and group work depend on
2. Rules and agreements exist: Understand why rules and agreements exist — that they help keep people safe, make things fair, and help groups work well together — and follow agreed rules willingly rather than only when being watched
3. Similarities & Differences: Notice and appreciate ways that people are similar to and different from each other — including appearance, family structures, languages spoken, foods eaten, and celebrations observed — and understand that differences make communities interesting