SSSR #1

by: Gina Bermejo

Table of Content

GENERAL SOCIAL STUDIES

pg. 4 Compare and Contrast Personal Experiences with Annenberg video pg. 5 (Expand) pg. 6 NCSS Themes Chart pg. 7 Personal reflections on K-8 social studies experiences

CHILDRENS LITERATURE
pg. 9-10 Thank You, Mr. Falker pg.11Tea With Milk write-up

INQUIRY STRATEGIES
pg.12 Inquiry strategy Authentic Role Play product in SSRR

SERVICE LEARNING
pg. 13 Response reading Foreword and Chapter 1

General Social Studies

pg. 4

Compare and Contrast Expand

*Expansion on the importance of social studies
(middle green column)

Social study covers, political, economic, cultural, and environmental aspects of societies in the past, present, and future. For elementary school children, as well as for all age groups social studies have several purposes. Social studies equips them with the knowledge and understanding of the past necessary for coping with the present and planning for the future, enable them to understand and participate effectively in their world, and explain their relationship to other people and to social, economic, and political institutions. Social studies can provide students with the skills for productive problem solving and decision making, as well as for assessing issues and making thoughtful value judgments. Above all, social studies helps students to integrate these skills and understandings into a framework for responsible citizen participation, whether in their play group, the school, the community, or the world
pg. 5

NCSS Themes Chart

Power, Authority, and Governance Structure of specific government s and various types of government across time and cultures
People, Places, and Environments Focuses on Spatial concepts, meaningful experiences, different places and relationships Individuals, Groups, and Institutions Types of groups and institutions and their relationships to individuals

Time, Continuity, and Change Relates to the past, as well as stability and change over time

Individual Development and Identity Personal identity and cultural contexts Production, Distribution, and Consumption Decisions that peoples and governments make when limited resources exceed wants

Science, Technology, and Society Influence of science and technology over time on the lives of individuals and societies

Global Connections The increasing links of peoples and societies across the world in terms of economy, communication, technology, and other factors

Civic Ideals and Practices Ideals, beliefs, values, and practices associated with informed citizenship

Culture Emphasizes on traditions, beliefs, and values of students own groups and society, as well as those of others
pg. 6

Personal Reflection
Social studies Experience
Throughout my elementary social studies was minimally covered. I honestly have a difficult time remembering what exactly I was being taught. I do remember it being on the white board as a topic we would cover. In middle school; 8th grade to be precise, I had an amazing teacher. Her name was Ms. Celeste. She was very sterna and it seemed she never smiled. Even so, her lessons would always spark interesting conversations. She had this computer program that would take us to different parts of the world. This program had different families and we would visit them for a day. We then learned the countries poverty rate, population, and death rate. A picture of the family in front of their home was shown and we would point at different objects in the background and get a little more information about it. For example, lanterns, milking stools, and sewing machines. Once we discussed the items and the country we were able to meet the family. We learned the parents job occupation and students school expectation and chores. Overall this computer program was very lifelike and helped us learn and experience different cultures. Ms. Celeste made a profound impression on me. Because of her I feel Im a bit more open to different customs and beliefs. I found a new respect for diversity and cultures. Because of this I think it is extremely critical we emphasize social studies in younger grades.

pg. 7

CHILDRENS LITERATURE

Thank You Mr. Falker

Time, Continuity, and Change In this innovating story we encounter a young Trisha who has a great love of books. Trisha is eager to begin to read and is encouraged to do so by her family. Throughout her journey Trisha goes from adoring school to despising it. She struggles to read and feel as though she is dumb. Up until she meets Mr. Falker Trisha has lost all hope. We are able to see her grow and transform. Individual Development and Identity Trisha is discouraged by her inability to read. Her classmates tease and taunt her, and are constantly making her believe she is stupid. Trisha learned to correlate her struggle with school to herself. She believed she was dumb and different from all the other students. Once Mr. Falker gave her the instruction she needed she was reading in no time and happily realized she was not dumb after all. People, Places, and Environments This wonderful tale does not simply focus on Trishas struggle with her school, but it allows us to see her entire story. She has a loving set of grandparents who encourage her to learn all that she can. We see her deal with a vicious bully, who always berates and torments poor Trisha.
pg. 9

Thank You Mr. Falker

Personal Reaction
As I read the pages of this delightful book, I was touched. I found myself making a connections to Trisha and her struggles. Though I must admit I dont understand what it means to be a struggling reader. I struggles with math and I always felt a little different from by peers. I remembered a special teacher who made a difference in my life and helped me understand those difficult concepts. As a future teacher, I hope to read the book to my class. I hope they connect with the character and her struggles too. I feel this book can spark many interesting conversations and aid us in sharing our own struggles with life. This books helps students find passion in reading, treat others kindly and see the importance of all these things in a very real way Teaching social studies to future students: This book is very versatile and can be used in a variety of lessons. It really lends itself to teaching People, places and Environment. We see Trisha constantly be tortured by a boy who is mean and spiteful. This can lead to a great discussion in bullying. Students can be made aware that we all affect each other and it is up to us to make each of our relationships a happy.
pg. 10

INQUIRY STRATEGIES

Tea with Milk

My group decided to bring decorate our box with images of Japan. The items we chose for May were: American food, red stylish dress, picture of a new apartment, and milk and honey for her tea.
This strategy is wonderful and allows students to critically think about the book. Choosing Mays suitcase allows reader to better connect with the character.

pg.11

Strategy
Five items I would take if I were to move to another country would be: laptop, cosmetics, kindle, photo album, and Boston baked beans.

pg.12

SERVICE LEARNING

Response reading Foreword and Chapter 1

What is Service Learning? Service learning connects school-based curriculum with the inherent caring and concern young people have for their world. Pg.8 Students will.
Use academic, social, and personal skills Make real decisions, with real results Increase civic participation Experience success Gain deeper understanding of their community, themselves and society Develop as leaders

Example of service learning Students in a fourth-grade class learn about famine and hunger the different communities that were affected by these famine. When a school can drive occurred, they took it upon themselves to educate other peers on the importance of the food drive.
pg.13