First Grade Social Studies Activities
First Grade Social Studies activities to help show your child the fun side of learning! From easy first grade social studies activities to more advanced, we've got you covered! Browse the activities below or use the selector to find similar activities.
Craft a Japanese Fan!
In Japan, fans are an important symbol used for centuries; they can represent friendship, respect, and good wishes and often show up in art and events. Here's a simple and fun art activity where you can make your own Japanese fan!
Make a Native American Sandpainting
Whether you're teaching your children about the Native peoples of the American Southwest or simply looking for a fun project, sandpainting is the perfect activity for you and your child to enjoy together.
Let Your Kids Campaign!
Kids are acutely aware of what's "fair" and what's not. Here's a quirky way to teach your first grader the importance of voting, by bringing it down to her level.
Make a Native American Talking Stick
Learn all about Native American culture as your child constructs her own Native American talking stick using string and various nature items.
Going to the Park? Make a Map!
The next time an out-of-town guest is coming to stay, give your child a chance to be the tour guide and take your visitor on a trip to the park. Build your first grader's social studies skills by making a map together.
Make a Chinese Dragon Relief
Make this dragon relief with your first grader to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and teach her about an important part of Chinese culture. She'll also get some great fine motor practice along the way!
Create an Animal Folk Tale
Taking inspiration from African folklore, help your child create a richly-embellished tale about his favorite member of the animal kingdom!
Design a Native American Headpiece
Encourage your child to reveal her inner actor! She will delight in dressing up as a Native American this Thanksgiving with her very own extravagant looking headpiece made from everyday office supplies.
Make a Magnetic Menorah
Help your first grader craft a magnetic menorah that he can safely "light" himself!
Craft a Mini Totem Pole
Do this artistic activity to teach your child about the beautiful totem pole carvings of the Pacific Northwest Native American tribes! Use spools and markers to create a mini totem pole detailing important dates in your child's life.
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