Department of Social Studies
Social Studies"For the young generation to grow up to become humane, it is important that the generation is exposed to different societies. It is necessary to show them differences in the lifestyles that people around the world have. Children need to be exposed to various social aspects of mankind and made to understand the different aspects of social behavior. It is necessary to make these children realize their duty towards society. Teaching them Social Studies serves this purpose. Social Studies aims at creating educated individuals who can grow up to be responsible citizens of their nation. The study of Social Studies intends to build creative, caring and courteous human beings out of children. Teaching our children Social Studies increases the possibility of their becoming knowledgeable individuals. Teaching them Social Studies increases chances that they will adhere to ethical and moral values in their life. The study of Social Studies is necessary, if we want a brighter future for our society." – Manali Oak
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Curriculum ResourcesABC-CLIO Databases (Grades 6-12)
ABC-CLIO Solutions is an online resource that can be used for both Language Arts and Social Studies. The Solutions provides a complete standards aligned e-textbook, varied points-of-view presented by experts and scholars from the field, and an extensive research library that enables deeper and broader exploration of key topics of study. Furthermore, our subscription includes access to the Support Center which contains lesson plans, videos, interactive wizards, and more! ABC-CLIO Curriculum Alignment
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Teaching about Race, Systemic Racism, and Social Justice
Superintendent Shafer's Letter to Parents
2020 Curriculum Resource Guide
Link to a Google Drive with the 2020 curriculum resources from Black Lives Matter with a plethora of articles, videos, lessons, books, etc. for all ages
Early Childhood/Elementary Resources
BounceBackParenting.com - Grades Pre K-5
This link provides parents with 60+ resources to talk to their children about racism, some of which are books, but others use household items like eggs and crayons.
dcareaeducators4socialjustice.org - Grades Pre-K- 5
This website has a multitude of resources, videos and articles to help early childhood and elementary school educators and parents with the topic of social justice.
NEA - Grades Pre-K - 5
Article for educators “Creating the Space to Talk About Race in Your School” with links to additional resources provided by the NEA.
NPR.org - Grades Pre-K-5
20 Minute recording on Talking Race with Young Children
Colorfulpages.org - Grades K-5
Distance learning activities to help you talk about Black Lives Matter as a family or classroom for students in Grades K-8
Middle/High School Resources
Colorfulpages.org - Grades 6-8
Distance learning activities to help you talk about Black Lives Matter as a family or classroom for students in Grades K-8
Tolerance.org - Grades 6-8
This link provides free resources to educators ... Discussing the George Floyd Demonstrations and Riots: Focus on "Black vs. Brown"
PBS NewsHour Extra - Grades 6-12
PBS NewsHour Extra released a lesson plan for grades 6-12 about the death of George Floyd. The plan includes a news video (that omits the footage of Floyd's death) and discussion questions about the protests, police brutality, and media literacy.
New York Times - Grades 6-12
The New York Times' Learning Network shared an article about the protests, along with discussion questions, and opened comments for students to share their opinion.
The Pulitzer Center - Grades 6-12
The Pulitzer Center partnered with the New York Times to turn the 1619 Project, a collection of essays and literary works observing the 400th anniversary of the beginning of American slavery, into a curriculum for teachers of all grade levels. The curriculum includes reading guides, activities, and other resources about the history of race in America.
Resources for all grade levels
Parents.com - Grades K-12
This article provides parents with advice on how to help their children to learn to accept one another specific to different age bands.
Embrace.org - Grades K-12
This link provides parents and educators with titles and summaries of books that explore the topics of race, racism and resistance that parents might want to consider reading with their children.
stateofopportunity.org - Pre K-12
This article provides advice and a short video on how to talk to kids about race, police, and protests.
Adl.org - Grades K-12
Eductors are provided with lesson plans on teaching about racism, violence, and inequality: Anti-Defamation League
Tolerance.org - K-12
Teaching About Race, Racism, and Police Violence:
Has embedded articles, PD, & classroom resources
“Related external resources” linked
Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture - K-12
The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture launched an online portal called Talking About Race that's designed to help steer conversations about racism, racial identity, and the way these forces shape every aspect of society.
Grades K-12 (Spanish Translation on site)
How to Talk to Kids about Race and Racism
There’s no question: talking about race can be sensitive, and yes, even a bit messy.
Embracerace.org - Grades K-12
31 Children's books to support conversations on race, racism and resistance
Self Education
Five points of discussion for conversations about racial injustice
By Amanda L. Giordano
This article by Amanda L. Giordano delves into five points of discussion for conversations about racial injustice. We all must acknowledge the pain, grief, and oppression that the Black community faces and come together to address the impacts of racism.
Race and Equity Resources
The American School Counseling Association has compiled the following resources for addressing issues of systemic and institutional racism with students.
NowThis Politics
Video on Systemic Racism