10 courses in order
Grade 1 Social Studies Courses
Open any course to see what's inside: the lesson, the games, practice questions and ideas to try at home.
- Course 1
All About Me
My name, my age, what I like, and why everyone is different.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 2
My Family
Families can be small or big, with parents, grandparents and more.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 3
My Home & Neighborhood
Homes, streets, schools, hospitals, markets and parks near you.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 4
Community Helpers
Doctors, firefighters, farmers, teachers and mail carriers help us all.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 5
Rules & Being a Good Friend
Why we have rules, and how to share, take turns and show respect.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 6
Maps & Directions
What a map is, map symbols, and left, right, up and down.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 7
Our Planet Earth
Land and water, and the seven continents of our world.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 8
Children Around the World
Food, games, clothes and how to say hello in many countries.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 9
Then & Now
How phones, travel and schools changed from long ago to today.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 20 min
- Course 10
Needs & Wants + Final Challenge
Needs we must have, wants that are nice to have, and the Final Challenge.
Social Studies course · 9 questions · about 15 min
Skills
Grade 1 Social Studies Skills Covered
Every practice question is linked to a skill, so the parent dashboard can show what your child has mastered and what to practice next.
Questions from parents
Grade 1 Social Studies: FAQ
What do kids learn in grade 1 social studies?
SkillBloom's grade 1 social studies path has 10 courses: All About Me, My Family, My Home & Neighborhood, Community Helpers, Rules & Being a Good Friend, Maps & Directions, Our Planet Earth, Children Around the World, Then & Now and Needs & Wants + Final Challenge. Each one has a read-aloud lesson, hands-on games or experiments and a quiz.
What age is grade 1?
Grade 1 is usually for kids ages 6–7. In the UK that is Year 2, and in Australia it is Year 1. Kids can also use another grade's courses for review or an extra challenge.
Is SkillBloom grade 1 social studies free?
The first courses in every subject (first 2 courses) are free with a parent account. SkillBloom Premium unlocks all 10 grade 1 social studies courses and every other subject.
Can I use this as a grade 1 social studies homeschool curriculum?
Yes. The courses follow the topics most curricula teach in 1st grade, in a sensible order. Kids learn on their own with voice support, and the parent dashboard and planner show progress and the skills that need more practice.
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