Appreciate how the languages, traditions, celebrations and stories of their families, groups and communities contribute
My World : Exploring the Past Program Information Visiting neighbours, going to school and playing with friends, how was life different being a kid in Edmonton in the past? Explore your community while learning how chores, games and family were back in time. Please note activities vary depending on the season.
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Compare and contrast farms, schools and stores from the past with the present Recognize how their families and communities might have been different in the past than they are today Understand and appreciate how changes over time have affected families and influenced how families and communities are today. Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present Appreciate how the languages, traditions, celebrations and stories of their families, groups and communities contribute to their sense of identity and belong Recognize how their ancestors contribute to their sense of identity within their family and communities Appreciate people who have contributed to their communities over time
Curriculum Links My World supplements the following topics in the social studies curriculum: ● Kindergarten.1.1: I am Unique ● Kindergarten 1.2: I Belong ● Grade 1.1: My World: Home, School, and Community ● Grade 1.2: Moving Forward with the Past: My Family, My History and My Community
