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Grade 2: Social Studies: The Start

Developing an understanding of local and global communities, and how traditions contribute to our communities and Canadian Society

Ontario Curriculum

Social Studies, History, and Geography (2023)
Key Changes – Grades 1–3 Social Studies - 2023
Ontario Treaties Maps
The First Nations and Treaties Map of Ontario as an
Instructional Resource - An Educator’s Guide
First Nations, Métis and Inuit Connections--Scope and Sequence of Expectations--elementary
Anishnawbe Mushkiki - Traditional Wellness

K-Gr. 6: Teacher Resources

Indigenous Ed Teacher Resources

More Teacher Resources

Ausable Bayfield Conservation
National Geographic Education - Educators
David Suzuki Foundation - Get Back Outside
Teaching Kids News
ARTSEDGE: Beyond Food & Fiestas Tipsheet for creating authentic cultural experiences in the classroom
Canadian Geographic Education Register to receive free newsletter, resources and products relevant to promoting geographic literacy in Canadian schools.
DK Learning: History
Map Skills for Elementary Students - National Geographic
Introduces spatial thinking and map skills to students in pre-kindergarten to Grade 6.

K-Gr. 6: Send us your work

Email: vlc@ucdsb.on.ca

Parent Resources

Canadian Childcare Federation
National Geographic Education
Teaching Kids News
DK Learning: History
Teaching Channel Registration required (Free) "Teaching Channel is a thriving online community where teachers can watch, share, and learn diverse techniques to help every student grow." [from the website]
TVO Educational Resources and Tools

INTRODUCTION

WELCOME to the Grade 2 study guide for Social Studies

This study guide was created to help you find answers to the many questions you may have as you learn about Canada's heritage, citizenship, traditions, celebrations, and connections with other communities around the world.

You will find links to websites, YouTube videos, audio soundtracks, interactive games, books, ebooks and suggestions for iPad apps, just to name a few.

Ready, Set, Let's Go...

on a learning adventure!!!!

CBC Kids News
Topics will range from news and sports to pop culture and the environment, approached in a "safe and age-appropriate manner."
DOGO News
Time for Kids
Wonderopolis
A new wonder every day.
Smithsonian Magazine
Weebly Interactive - Social Studies

K-Gr. 6: Games & Databases

K-Gr. 6: How do I share & stay safe online?

Contact the Learning Commons Informationist

Sheila Cornelisse

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