Social Studies in the Elementary School Classroom

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Social Studiesin the Elementary School Classroom
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The information presented contains many social
studies resources for the beginning or
experienced teacher. With technology before us,
it is important to implement the latest materials
in our classrooms.
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Resources for the Social Studies Teacher
The following slides contain an overview of
activities and web sites usable in an elementary
school classroom. All the information in this
presentation follows closely to the strands for
Ohios Model Competency-Based Program for Social
Studies.
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Resources for the Elementary Teacher
Rationale
As the 21st century quickly approaches, it is
important that we provide our students, who will
pave the way through the next century, with all
the tools possible for them to be long term
productive members of society.
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American Heritage
Ohio History For Kids
This site provides comprehensive Ohio history and
facts about Ohio for students of all ages.
U.S. Capitol Virtual Tour
This is a neat site that hold virtual reality to
its name. It shows the historical areas in which
the government officials used to work using a 360
degree camera.
Thanksgiving Website
This site provides great thematic activities for
students, parents, and teachers.
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American Heritage
The Great Chicago Fire
Information is provided on this historical fire
and how it impacted the city as it stands today.
Benjamin Franklin
This site provided a lot of information on this
courageous historical leader and inventor.

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American Heritage
The state of Ohio wants its students to
understand aspects of the past that make
Americans unique and what we have in common with
others in the world.
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Democratic Processes
White House For Kids
This site shows kids everything about the
government in the White House.
WKRC
One of the requirements for third grade is to
examine current issues using the news for
example. This news station has a web site for
the news and a quiz for students.
State of Ohio
Provides links to all areas of Ohios Government.
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Democratic Processes
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Protection of American People is important.
Students need to understand what this important
agency does for our country.
United State Department of Labor
Using this site, students can get a feel for how
this Federal Department can protect our rights as
citizens.
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Democratic Processes
Ohio wants its students to understand democracy
principles and how the government reflects those
principles. Using the previous sites students
can get a feel for this.
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People in Societies
First Americans for Grade Schoolers
This interactive site allows students to explore
the mysteries of the Native American Culture.
Japan Website
This website provides many opportunities for
students to learn about Japan.
The Louvre- Famous French Museum
A historical wonder, this museum provides
students with the realities of their artwork
without having to travel overseas.
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People in Societies
Canada
All the information you would ever need on this
country is provided here.
American Studies Crossroads
An International network and curriculum project.
This site is designed to provide links to the
world wide web, in the areas of community,
technology,and learning and research.
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People in Societies
Shows students that the U.S. respects and
recognizes various cultural groups as well as
gender. It sends a message that our differences
is what makes our country strong.
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World Interactions
Medieval Times
This site allows you to explore the time period
through a detailed castle trivia game. The
coolest part is that it is designed by other
students.
Information on all the Countries of the World
If you need any information on any country in the
world this is the site to go to. Students can
find the most broad and most detailed information
here.
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World Interactions
The Cincinnati Enquirer
Gives students complete access to a major
newspaper.
National Geographic
Provides students with really cool maps.
Earthrise
Facilitates conceptualization of the geography of
the earth with maps and pictures from space.
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World Interactions
This strand explores the links that people make
around the world. It also looks at how common
problems are addressed.
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Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities
Kids Voting U.S.A.
The site tells about the kids voting concept.
Kids Voting is a great way to get kids used to
voting early in life.
Youthlink
Communication center for Youth in Action Campaign
dedicated to improving the health, safety, and
well being of children and youth.
Government
Discusses various governmental branches and
bodies both national and international.
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Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities
Social Studies Youth Web Sites
Links to various social studies web links for
students in our classrooms.
Citizen
Gives students valuable information and resources
that pertain to citizenship rights and
responsibilities
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Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities
Students take a look, in this strand, at the
responsibilities of the adult life.
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Activities
The purpose of any activity is to enhance a
students understanding of a content area. Rather
than providing a limited number of specific
activities for each strand, a whole host of
teacher resources for activities is in the
following slides. The possibilities are
limitless with these next slides. Enjoy!
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Activities
Thematic Units
A to Z Teacher Stuff
Teachers.net
Teachnet
The Teachers Corner
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Activities
The Mailbox
Pro-teacher
Tammys Tidbits
Resources for Teachers
Puzzlemaker
Holiday Lesson Plans
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Activities
Creative Classrooms
The Educators Toolkit
Kathy Schrocks Guide for Education
Lesson Plans and Teaching Strategies
Class Lesson Plans
Lesson Plans Galore!
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Activities
Free Worksheets
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The information on the previous slides serves as
a resource for both students and teachers in
their quest to learn and understand social
studies in a relevant and meaningful manner.
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It is my hope that the previous slides have given
you a deeper understanding into how we can
implement technology into our classrooms and
still follow the Ohio Social Studies Competency
Model.
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Thank you for visiting my Presentation today!