Building Our Community
Hands-on community-building activities foster a sense of belonging and teamwork.
Description : This course emphasizes the importance of working together by engaging learners in activities that build and strengthen communities. Group projects, collaborative games, and simple service projects show how every person plays a part.
Category : SocialStudies
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Discovering Our Community
Section 1: What is a Community?
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Communities
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduction to Communities
- Lesson 2: Identifying Community Members
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Identifying Community Members
Section 2: Our Home Place
- Lesson 1: Where We Live
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Where We Live
- Lesson 2: Observing Our Surroundings
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Observing Our Surroundings
Section 3: Community Places
- Lesson 1: Local Parks and Playgrounds
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Local Parks and Playgrounds
- Lesson 2: Community Centers and Libraries
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Community Centers and Libraries
Section 4: Roles in Our Community
- Lesson 1: Family and Friends
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Family and Friends
- Lesson 2: Neighbors and Classmates
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Neighbors and Classmates
Section 5: Being Kind and Helpful
- Lesson 1: Sharing and Caring
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Sharing and Caring
- Lesson 2: Working Together
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Working Together
Module 2: Exploring Our Neighborhood
Section 1: Discovering Our Street
- Lesson 1: Taking a Neighborhood Walk
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Taking a Neighborhood Walk
- Lesson 2: Noticing Different Houses and Stores
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Noticing Different Houses and Stores
Section 2: Local Landmarks
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Important Buildings
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Recognizing Important Buildings
- Lesson 2: Exploring Monuments and Memorials
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Exploring Monuments and Memorials
Section 3: Community Spaces
- Lesson 1: Visiting the Local Library
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Visiting the Local Library
- Lesson 2: Enjoying Community Gardens
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Enjoying Community Gardens
Section 4: Local Traditions
- Lesson 1: Celebrating Neighborhood Festivals
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Celebrating Neighborhood Festivals
- Lesson 2: Listening to Community Stories
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Listening to Community Stories
Section 5: Caring for Our Environment
- Lesson 1: Learning About Recycling
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Learning About Recycling
- Lesson 2: Simple Ways to Keep Our Neighborhood Clean
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Simple Ways to Keep Our Neighborhood Clean
Module 3: Working Together
Section 1: Understanding Teamwork
- Lesson 1: What Is Teamwork?
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 What Is Teamwork?
- Lesson 2: Simple Group Activities
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Simple Group Activities
Section 2: Communication in Our Community
- Lesson 1: Listening and Talking Together
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Listening and Talking Together
- Lesson 2: Sharing Our Ideas
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Sharing Our Ideas
Section 3: Solving Problems Together
- Lesson 1: Finding Easy Solutions
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Finding Easy Solutions
- Lesson 2: Working on Small Challenges as a Team
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Working on Small Challenges as a Team
Section 4: Building Trust
- Lesson 1: Learning About Honesty
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Learning About Honesty
- Lesson 2: Being Reliable Friends
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Being Reliable Friends
Section 5: Celebrating Our Team Efforts
- Lesson 1: Sharing Success Stories
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Sharing Success Stories
- Lesson 2: Enjoying Community Celebrations
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Enjoying Community Celebrations
Module 4: Community Helpers
Section 1: Meeting Community Helpers
- Lesson 1: Who Are Community Helpers?
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Who Are Community Helpers?
- Lesson 2: Identifying Helpers Around Us
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Identifying Helpers Around Us
Section 2: Roles of Helpers
- Lesson 1: Learning About Teachers and Educators
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Learning About Teachers and Educators
- Lesson 2: Understanding the Role of Medics and Safety Workers
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Understanding Medics and Safety Workers
Section 3: Acts of Service
- Lesson 1: Simple Ways to Help Others
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Simple Ways to Help Others
- Lesson 2: Volunteer Opportunities for Young Learners
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Volunteer Opportunities for Young Learners
Section 4: Learning from Helpers
- Lesson 1: Visiting a Community Helper
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Visiting a Community Helper
- Lesson 2: Sharing Our Visit Experiences
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Sharing Our Visit Experiences
Section 5: Becoming a Helper
- Lesson 1: Acts of Kindness in Daily Life
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Acts of Kindness in Daily Life
- Lesson 2: Helping at Home and School
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Helping at Home and School
Module 5: Celebrating Our Community
Section 1: Community Events
- Lesson 1: What Is a Community Event?
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 What Is a Community Event?
- Lesson 2: Planning a Simple Community Gathering
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Planning a Simple Community Gathering
Section 2: Festivals and Traditions
- Lesson 1: Learning About Local Festivals
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Learning About Local Festivals
- Lesson 2: Celebrating Community Traditions
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Celebrating Community Traditions
Section 3: Arts and Culture
- Lesson 1: Taking Part in Community Art Projects
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Taking Part in Community Art Projects
- Lesson 2: Enjoying Music and Dance Together
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Enjoying Music and Dance Together
Section 4: Everyday Celebrations
- Lesson 1: Celebrating Small Achievements
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Celebrating Small Achievements
- Lesson 2: Organizing a Simple Party or Picnic
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Organizing a Simple Party or Picnic
Section 5: Giving Back to Our Community
- Lesson 1: Simple Community Service Projects
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Simple Community Service Projects
- Lesson 2: Sharing and Caring for Others
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Sharing and Caring for Others