GUYANA NATIONAL CURRICULUM SOCIAL STUDIES

SOCIAL STUDIES

MINISTRY OF EDUCATIONNATIONAL CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

3 Battery Road Kingston, Georgetown Guyana, South America | Tel: (592) 225 - 6723

GRADE 1

GUYANA NATIONAL CURRICULUM

GRADE ONE SCHEME OF WORK SOCIAL STUDIES

WK TOPIC/ SUB- TOPIC

GENERAL OBJECTIVES

CONTENT ACTIVITIES RESOURCES EVALUATION STRATEGY

1 Rules and Responsibilities Politeness -Ways in which we can be polite.

For pupils to become aware of the ways in which they can be polite.

What is Politeness? Being polite means that we have good manners. We must always be polite to everyone -Always say please, excuse me, and thank you, good morning/night at the appropriate time. Say please when asking for something and thank you when someone gives you something. -Cover your mouth whenever you are coughing.

-Singing songs on politeness. -Viewing video clips that display the ways of politeness. -Identifying ways of being polite. -Matching pictures showing politeness to words. -Completing a matching activity related to the topic.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Video clips Pictures Pencils Worksheet/ workbooks Rhymes

Dramatize various acts of being polite

1 Our Nation -National Events Education Month and Indigenous Heritage Month

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Education Month and Indigenous Heritage Month.

September is called Indigenous Heritage Month or Amerindian Heritage Month. The Amerindians or Indigenous people are the first people to settle in Guyana. We show respect and celebrate the great culture and contribution of the Amerindian people to Guyana.

-Listing activities done in observance of Indigenous and Education Month. - Discussing activities done in observance of Indigenous and Education Month -Participating in activities in observance of Indigenous and Education Month.

Resource Person Pictures

Oral questioning and answering



GENERAL OBJECTIVES


Activities to celebrate Indigenous Month. - Religious ceremony - Launching of Amerindian Village - Food and Art & Craft exhibition - Cultural extravaganza (too high tr

have to check meaning) - Heritage Jingle Competition

Pageant- ‘Miss Heritage’

2 Our School -Name, location and description of the school

For pupils to become aware of the name, location and description of the school. For pupils to become aware of school and class rules.

Every school has its features/things that make it special. The name of my school is……………. It is located at………………… External My school is painted in …………….. My school is ……….in size. It is shaped like a/an …………………. Internal My school has…………….. classrooms. It has …………………washrooms. It has a very…………. library. The kitchen is very ……………….. What are Rules? Rules are orders that we must obey. It tells us how to behave and helps to keep us safe. Some school rules are: -I must always keep the school’s environment clean and tidy.

-Singing songs - Examining the term ‘school’ and its interpretation. -Giving the directions to your school. -Describing your school in simple sentences. -Touring around the school. -Talking about the school’s physical features. -Discussing the internal and external features of the school. -Viewing pictures of school buildings. -Drawing and colouring / making a collage the school. - Repeating school and class rules.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Resource person Crayons Paper Pencil Pictures

Oral questioning and answering Quiz



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-I must attend school regularly and punctually. -Uniforms must be worn every day and must be clean. Some classroom rules are: -I must speak quietly in class. -I must raise my hands before answering a question. -I must share with my friends.

2 Our School -Importance of the School. -Activities done at the School.

For pupils to develop an appreciation for activities done at school.

We come to school to learn to read and to write. We acquire knowledge and skills at school. At school, we are taught different things like:

Songs Rhymes Sports Discipline Rules Values

We can also have fun at school by -Playing games with our friends. -Going on tours/trips. Some subjects we do at school are: -Mathematics -Reading -Science -Social Studies -Art

-Listing and examining reasons why school is important. -Discussing the reasons for going to school. -Naming the different things we do at school. -Listing some of the subjects we do at school. -Sharing of experiences at school -Drawing pictures showing different things done at school. -Drawing to show their favourite time or activity at school. -Making a poster depicting the activities done at the school.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Crayons Paper Pencil Pictures

Oral questioning and answering Quiz

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GENERAL OBJECTIVES


2 Our Nation -Celebration in Guyana International Literacy Day

For pupils to develop an understanding of International Literacy Day.

September 8 every year is observed as International Literacy Day. Some activities for Literacy Day are Read Aloud, Drop and Read, Reading Theatre, Book Exchange, Read a story, Bring a book day.

-Discussing International Literacy Day. -Participating in activities prepared by the school in observance of Literacy Day. -Naming activities done on International Literacy Day.

Resource person Oral questioning and answering

3 Our School -Workers at school

For pupils to be aware of the workers found at a school. For pupils to become knowledgeable of the importance of these workers.

Some workers at school are: - Headteacher, teachers - sweeper/ cleaner - Guards and canteen operators.

Each worker at school has different function/duties Each worker does their work.

Teachers – teaches Headteacher – in charge of the

school Guards – protect the school. Sweeper/ cleaner – cleans the school

and compound.

These workers are very important to us because they help to maintain the school and ensures that the school runs smoothly.

-Identifying and naming workers at school. -State the duties of the people who work at the school. -Collecting pictures of the different types of school workers. -Observing pictures of school workers. -Matching pictures of workers found at the school to their job description. -Stating the importance of school workers.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Papers Pencils Pictures of school workers

Test Research Portfolio

4 Health and Safety -Road Safety

For pupils to develop an awareness of Road Safety.

Road Safety Week is observed to make people aware of the importance of being safe on the roads.

-Listening to talks from resource persons. -Discussing information. -Asking and answering questions.

Pictures Posters Newspaper clippings Calendar

Oral questioning and answering Posters



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During this time rallies, quizzes, video shows, talks and many more other activities are held. We need to do the following when using the roadways:

- Walk on the right-hand side of the road to face the upcoming traffic.

- Do not walk more than two abreast.

- Walk in the corner.

- Use sidewalks, parapets, pavement

and pedestrian crossings.

-Making posters.

4 Our Nation -Celebration in Guyana Youman Nabi

For pupils to understand the significance of Youman Nabi

Youman Nabi is also known as Mawlid al-Nabi, is the celebration of the birth and death anniversary of the prophet Mohammad. Muslims prepare sweetmeats such as metai, vermicelli and gulab jamoon; and share them with their friends and family.

-Observing video clips of Youman Nabi Celebration. -Viewing pictures. -Making a portfolio. -Listening to a resource person speak.

Video clips Pictures Cardboards Resource person Pencils Books Crayons Paste

Oral questioning and answering Quiz Portfolio Paper and Pen Test

5 Health and Safety -Necessities for Healthy Life.

For pupils to become aware of the importance of living a healthy life.

We can be healthy by:- - Eating healthy foods - Exercising. - Resting and sleeping. - Wearing clean clothing.

-Identifying and discussing the word “healthy” -Observing peers and identifying those that look

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Pictures Magazine

Portfolio Presentations Scrapbook



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- Having a daily bath. -Being healthy is being strong and free from sickness.

healthy. Sensitive use pictures of other children -Discussing what is meant to be healthy. -Listing ways how we can be healthy. -Explaining the different ways of being healthy. -Demonstrating how we can be healthy. -Compiling scrapbook. -Viewing DVD on the topic

DVD player

5 Our Nation -Celebration in Guyana World Teachers’ Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Teacher’s Day.

Recognition is often given to persons for their contributions to nation-building/society. Teachers are one group of persons recognized for their contributions. Teachers’ Day is celebrated all around the world on October 5 every year. This celebration reminds us that great teachers work hard. Some ways in which teachers are recognized on this day are: Cultural performances Lunches Tokens

-Discussing the importance of teachers. -Brainstorming ways in which one can show appreciation to a teacher. -Listing ways of celebrating Teacher’s Day. -Planning an activity to celebrate Teacher’s Day. -Making appreciation cards for teachers.




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5 Our Nation -Special Day in Guyana Valentine’s Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Valentine’s Day.

Valentine’s Day is associated with the idea of showing love for your loved ones. This is done in a variety of ways.

-Discussing Valentine’s Day. -Listening to the story of Valentine. -Viewing pictures showing how this day is observed. Making Valentine’s Day Cards.

Scissors Cardboard Art page Cut out pictures Newspaper clippings Resource persons Crayon Paper Paper plates

Project Album

6 Health and Safety -Food Groups

For pupils to become knowledgeable of food groups.

Go Foods are the foods that give us energy. Some Go Foods are bread, sugar, rice, plantain. Glow Foods give us clean skin. Some Glow Foods are fruits, vegetables, milk. Grow Foods help us to grow strong. Some Grow Foods are fish, chicken, beef and eggs.

-Identifying food groups. -Naming foods from each food group. -Explaining the function of each food group. -Discussing why we need foods from each food group. -Preparing picture meals using foods from each group.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Food chart Pictures of food

Practical Quiz Research. Scrapbook



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6 Our Nation -Celebrations in Guyana Agriculture Month and World Food Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Agriculture Month and World Food Day.

Agriculture month is observed in October. During this month, each region hosts a series of activities. These activities are food sales, food exhibitions, talks, Farmer's Market, distribute seeds for planting and garden competitions.

World Food Day is celebrated every year around the world on October 16. Some activities to observe this day are – food sales, exhibitions, slogans.

-Observing video clips of Agriculture Month and World Food Day Celebrations. -Viewing pictures. -Making a portfolio. -Listening to a resource person speak. -Discussing activities done for Agriculture Month. -Role-playing scenes for each observances.

Video clips Pictures Cardboards Resource person Pencils Books Crayons Paste

Oral questioning and answering Quiz Portfolio Paper and Pen Test

7 Health and Safety -Healthy and Unhealthy foods Healthy foods

For pupils to become aware of healthy and unhealthy foods.

Unhealthy foods

Some foods are called unhealthy foods or junk foods. Some unhealthy/junk foods are corn curls, chocolates, sweets, cheese balls and biscuits.

Junk foods do not help us to grow healthy.

Some foods are called healthy food because they make our body strong and healthy. Healthy foods are foods that provide our bodies with nutrients. Some examples of healthy foods are foods that are eaten from the six (6) food groups.

-Defining what are healthy and unhealthy foods. -Discussing the importance of healthy foods. -Listing some examples of healthy and unhealthy foods. -Explaining what unhealthy food does to our body. -Making a scrapbook on healthy and unhealthy foods.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Video clips Pictures Cardboards Pencils

Oral questioning and answering Portfolio

7 Our Nation -Celebration in Guyana Mashramani/ Republic Day

For pupils to become knowledgeable of Republic Day.

Republic Day is a national holiday in Guyana. It is usually celebrated on February 23rd every year. This holiday is also known as Mashramani Day. It symbolizes the

-Viewing video clips on Mashramani Celebration -Observing pictures. -Talking about the Mashramani Day.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Video clips Pictures Crayons

Portfolio Quiz Oral questioning and answering



GENERAL OBJECTIVES


country becoming a Republic Country on this day in 1970.

-Drawing scenes from this event. -Making a banner -Listening to a resource person speak.

Cardboard Pencil Paste Paper Resource person

8 Our Nation -Celebration in Guyana CARICOM Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for CARICOM Day.

CARICOM/Caribbean Day is observed on the first Monday in July. It is usually celebrated on July 5.

-Discussing when we celebrate CARICOM Day. -Collecting pictures of some activities done for this celebration -Stating the date for this celebration. -Listening to resource persons -Asking questions.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Video clips Pictures Resource person


8 Health and Safety -Fruits and vegetables

For pupils to become aware of health-conscious practices as it relates to fruit and vegetable consumption.

We must wash all fruits and vegetables before using them to kill all germs. Get rid of sand or dirt We cannot eat some vegetables raw so we have to cook them. We cook foods to make them soft and tasty. We must not overcook vegetables for it will lose some if not all of its nutrients that can keep our bodies healthy

-Identifying fruits and vegetables we use. -Discussing what we should do with fruits and vegetables before use. -Demonstrating how we can wash fruits and vegetables. -Explaining why we should wash fruits and vegetables. -Sharing fruits we eat. -Creating a chart of fruits and vegetables that is good for good eyesight, smooth skin, etc.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 water, fruits, vegetables, towel

Research. Posters Quiz



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9 Health and Safety -Protecting foods

For pupils to become aware of the ways in which food can be protected.

We must protect foods from germs that can come from dust, fly and ant and cockroach. We can do so by covering the food with:

- A towel - A food umbrella. - A food cover. - Plastic.Wrap - Putting them in a storage bin.

-Viewing pictures of unprotected food. -Discussing each picture. -Identifying ways how we can protect foods. -Identifying the dangers of using unprotected foods -Demonstrating ways how we can protect foods. -Designing and creating simple food covers using local materials available.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Poster Towels Food Food umbrella, food covers, plastic, bins Pictures

Demonstration Quiz Research

9 Our Nation -Celebration in Guyana Commonwealth Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Commonwealth Day

Commonwealth Day is observed on the second Monday in March each year. This is not a national holiday.

There are 54 Commonwealth countries. Some activities to celebrate this day are stamp collection. Guyana became a member of the Commonwealth in 1966 on attaining its independence. Commonwealth countries regard Queen Elizabeth II as the symbol of the association and as such, the head of the Commonwealth.

- Listening to a resource person speak about Commonwealth -Discussing the Commonwealth and its activities. -Pasting pictures of stamps used for some -Commonwealth countries in the scrapbook. -Viewing video clips

Scrapbook Crayons Video clips Pictures Paste Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Resource person

Portfolio Research Quiz

9 Our Nation -Celebrations/ observances in Guyana Armistice Day

For pupils to understand the significance of Remembrance/ Armistice Day.

Armistice/ Veterans Day/ Remembrance Day/Poppy Day/Memorial Day It is observed every year on November 11. It reminds us of the soldiers who died in World War 1 and 2.

-Viewing video clips on Remembrance Day. -Observing pictures. -Discussing video clips. -Making poppies.

Video clips Pictures Paper Paste




GENERAL OBJECTIVES


The Poppy is worn to remember this event.

9 Our Nation -Celebrations/ observances in Guyana Diwali/ Deepavali

For pupils to develop an awareness of celebrations in Guyana.

Diwali or Deepavali is celebrated by Hindus. It is often called the festival of lights. Diyas are lit and displayed on Diwali night. Deepavali/ Diwali is observed by the Hindus during October- November. Most Guyanese celebrate Diwali. Activities done during Diwali are:

❖ The lighting of diyas. ❖ Diwali Motorcade ❖ Diwali Pageants

Making and sharing of sweetmeats.

-Drawing diyas. -Making diyas. -Making cards. -Naming the religious holiday. -Pasting pictures of the celebration. -Listening to the story of Diwali.

Video clips: Diwali story Social Studies For Our Children Book 2 Cardboards Paste Papers Pictures Books Pencils

Written test Oral questioning and answering

10 The Family -Concept of “Family”

For pupils to develop an understanding of the concept “family”.

What is a family?

A family is a group of persons who are related by blood, adoption or marriage and lives under the same roof.

-Defining the term “family”. -Viewing pictures of the family. -Sharing story of their family

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Pictures


10 The Family -Members of the family

For pupils to become aware of the members in their family.

Members of the Family We live in a family. Every boy/ girl has a family. Each member has a special name. They are:

1. Mother 2. Father 3. Child or children

My name is………………………… E.g. I live with my mother, father, sister and brother. My mother’s name is……………….

-Discussing what is a family. -Observing pictures of families. -Naming the members of his/her family. -Making a family using play dough. -Singing songs of their family.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Songs Video clips Pictures Cardboards Workbook Pencils Crayons Paste

Quiz Research Portfolio



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My father’s name is………………… My brother’s name is………………… My sister’s name is……………………. Different family groups have different names.

-Drawing pictures of their family. -Making a family tree. -Drawing a family tree. -Compiling a portfolio on the family

Scissors Puzzle

11 The Family -Caring for the family.

For pupils to become aware of ways in which family members can take care of each other.

The family members care for each other so that they can be happy. Some things they do are:

1. Show love for each other. 2. Be polite to each other. 3. Respect each other. 4. Obey other family members. 5. Provide food and shelter for each other. 6. Share each other’s joy and sorrow. Talk

about your feelings with each other. 7. Support each other’s interests. 8. Talk about things that the family can do

or must do.

-Observing learning videos on ways family members can take care of each other. -Identifying ways shown in the video where each family member cared for each other. -Role-playing care. -Creating a collage depicting ways family members show care for each other. -Identifying ways in which family members do not show care. -Discussing why family members must care for.

Pictures Learning Video Posters

Oral Work Oral Questioning Group Work Role-Playing Creating Collages

11 The Family -Sharing within the family

For pupils to become aware of how members share amongst each other.

We eat and drink together at meal times and at celebrations such as birthdays and weddings. We work together in our kitchen garden or on our farm. We play when we visit the park.

-Observing pictures of sharing amongst family members. -Talking about things the family shares together. -Discussing how family members share amongst each other.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 -Making posters Posters Worksheet

Paper and Pencil Test Quiz Research



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When we co-operate with one another we can get things done as a family.

-Role play sharing amongst friends.

12 The Family -Family Relaxation

For pupils to be aware of the importance of relaxation to the family.

Relaxation is a state your body can learn where it is soft and loose and your mind is free from stress. When we relax as a family, we get to spend quality time together as a family. The family relaxes in different ways. Example,

- Playing games - Listening to music - Taking a vacation - Reading - Visiting friends - Watching television

-Researching and discussing the idea of relaxing. -Viewing pictures of people relaxing. -Identifying and discussing ways in which people can relax. -Listing benefits from relaxing. -Creating a picture book to show ways how their family relax. -Writing sentences to say how their family and class relax.

Pictures Collage

12 The Family -Family members share special occasions

For pupils to become aware of the special occasions spent within the family.

Special occasions help family members to be closer to one another. Families meet to observe:

- birthdays - weddings - religious ceremonies - Mothers’ Day - Fathers’ Day - Birth of a baby - Funerals - Reunions - Picnics

-Viewing pictures of people relaxing. -Creating a picture book to show ways how their family relax. -Observing pictures of family members observing special occasions. - Viewing video clips of family members observing special occasions.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Video clips Pictures Books Crayons Paste scissors

Oral questioning and answering Scrapbook Presentations

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13 Our Nation -Celebrations in Guyana Easter Good Friday

For pupils to develop an understanding of national events

National Religious Holidays

Good Friday is a religious holiday observed by Christians. Jesus Christ was crucified and put on a cross to die for our sins. Easter is the time Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Good Friday is usually observed at the end of Lent.

Easter is a Christian joyous festival celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is observed the Sunday after Good Friday.

-Drawing scenes depicting some special days. -Looking at DVDs about Christ and the crucifixion. -Making kites. -Viewing video clips -Kite flying

DVD’s

Role Play

13 The Weather -Activities done during the weather conditions

For pupils to become aware of the activities done during the weather conditions

There are four main types of weather conditions in Guyana. These are rainy, sunny, windy and cloudy. Different types of weather have uses. The farmers like rain and sun for their crops. The rainy weather is good for when the farmers are sowing their seeds, e.g. paddy. The farmers need sunny weather to reap their crops. We need sunny weather to dry our clothes and windy weather to fly our kites during Easter celebrations.

-Discussing the activities done during the weather conditions. -Drawing pictures of activities done during the weather conditions. -Making a collage on the weather conditions -Making a weather chart -

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Cardboards Video clips Pictures Workbooks Pencils

Oral questioning and answering Scrapbook Presentation

14 The Weather -Clothing worn during the weather conditions

For pupils to become aware of the kind of clothing worn during the different weather conditions.

We should be outfitted with our raincoats, umbrellas and long boots during the rainy season. When it is cloudy, we wear long, thick clothes that help to keep our bodies warm. When it is sunny, we wear cotton clothes to keep us warm.

-Making sample clothing worn during the different weather conditions. -Looking at video clips of clothing worn for specific weather conditions

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Video clips Pictures Workbook Pencil

Scrapbook Presentation



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-Viewing pictures of clothing worn for specific weather conditions -Making a scrapbook.

14 Our Nation - Celebrations and National Events in Guyana. (Christmas)

For pupils to become knowledgeable of the various celebrations observed in Guyana and their significance.

Christmas Day is celebrated on the 25th December every year. This date reminds us of the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas Day is observed by the Christians. However, many Guyanese celebrate Christmas.

-Singing Christmas carols. -Viewing Christmas celebration video clips. -Listening to the Christmas story.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Maze Story Book

Word Search Puzzle

15 Our Nation - Celebrations in Guyana. (New Year’s Day)

For pupils to develop an appreciation for New Year’s Day

New Year’s Day is celebrated on January 1st every year. People usually welcome a new year by the lighting fireworks

-Making gifts -Viewing pictures -Watching video clips

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 Video clips Pictures


15 Our Nation Celebrations in Guyana. (St. Stephen’s/ Boxing Day)

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Boxing Day.

St. Stephen’s Day/ Boxing Day is a secular holiday celebrated the day after Christmas Day. It is celebrated on 26 December every year. It is a time to spend with family or friends, usually those not seen on Christmas Day.

-Role-playing how families celebrate Christmas. -Discussing St. Stephen’s Day. -Drawing to show how St. Stephen’s Day is celebrated.

Video clips: Christmas video clips Pencil Workbook/ Worksheets

15 Our Nation -Our Nationality

For pupils to become aware of their nationality.

The name of my country is Guyana. Persons born and raised in Guyana are called Guyanese.

-Saying the name of your country -Stating your nationality.

Resource person

Research Paper and Pencil Test

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15 Our Nation -Independence

For pupils to be aware of Independence.

Independence is to rule or make decisions for oneself. Guyana gained its independence from Great Britain. This day is a national holiday and it is known as Independence Day. With Independence, Guyana got its own National Symbols. Some of these symbols are - The Golden Arrowhead - The Coat of Arms - The National Anthem - The National Pledge

-Observing a task done by two children; one is being assisted but one completes the task on their own. -Discussing the achievements of the two pupils as it relates to the task being performed to bring out the term independent. -Explaining the term independent. -Sharing ways how they can become independent at home and school.

Video of Independence celebrations Pictures of celebrations Samples of National Symbols.

-Portfolio

15 Our Nation -Celebrations in Guyana Independence Day Youth Week

For pupils to become aware of Independence Day and Youth Week Celebrations.

Guyana celebrates its independence on May 26th each year. Some ways how it is celebrated are: At school: - Rally & Flag Raising - Decorating buildings and classroom - Essay and art competition - Tours to interesting places - Marches/walk - Cultural Celebrations - Exhibition of our cultural food, culture

and dress.

Nationally: - Giving out of national awards - Flag Raising - Cultural Presentations

-Showing/ watching videos and pictures of Guyana's independence celebrations. -Discussing what is being celebrated and the activities used to celebrate. -Listing some significance/benefits that Guyana got when this status was attained.

Videos Pictures Newspaper clippings

Scrapbook



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- Rallies and Marches

16 Our Nation -Our Leader- Head of State

For pupils to become aware of the Head of State for their country.

The Head of State of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana is the Executive President. The President of Guyana is Honourable President Mohamed Irfaan Ali. The Executive President is elected by the people of Guyana. The Executive President is from a political party. The Head of State is also the Head of Government. He is a National Leader.

-Naming the Head of State of Guyana. -Collecting pictures to make a scrapbook. -Pasting a picture of the Head of State in their books and writing his/her name under it.

Pictures

Scrapbook

17 Our Nation -Celebration in Guyana Phagwah

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Phagwah.

Phagwah is a religious holiday observed by the Hindus. Most Guyanese celebrate this holiday with fun. This festival is celebrated in Guyana just after the full moon is seen in March. It celebrates the triumph of good over evil and marks the first day of spring. Hindus celebrate this religious festival of colours by burning Holi, sprinkling water and abeer on each other.

- Naming the religious holiday. -Observing pictures of the Holi celebration. -Identifying the significance of Holi. -Listening to the story of Phagwah -Naming activities done for Holi. -Creating a portfolio with pictures of Holi. -Observing drama on Phagwah

Video clips Pictures Abeer Powder Posters Social Studies for our Children Book 1 Social Studies For Our Children Book 2

Oral questioning and answering Portfolio Quiz Test



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17 Our Nation -National Symbols The Flag Notes and Coins

For pupils to become aware of National Symbols.

The name of our flag is the Golden Arrowhead. It has five colours. Red – zeal Black – strength Gold – mineral wealth White – rivers Green – forest/ agriculture The money we use in Guyana is coins and bills.

Coins Bills $1, $5, $10

$20, $100., $500., $1000

-Identify the flag of Guyana from among other flags. -Naming the colours of the flag. -Discussing the significance of each colour of the flag. -Matching each colour to its significance. -Collecting coins and bills. -Sorting monies. -Colouring coins.

Social Studies For Our Children Book 1 p. 35. Flag or Picture of the National Flag Coins and Bills

Matching the colours of the flag to its significance. Paper and Pencil Test Quiz Research Scrapbook

18 Our Nation Celebration in Guyana -Arrival Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for National Events.

Arrival Day is observed on May 5 every year. Celebration observes the arrival and importance of all ethnic groups in Guyana. Several cultural presentations, fairs, fun days, and exhibitions are held.

-Viewing pictures and video clips documentaries of the holiday -Discussing video clips -Sharing the significance of this holiday -Listening to resource person talking about the holiday

Resource person

Oral questioning and answering Drama

18 Our Nation - Celebration in Guyana

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Eid-ul-Fitr

Eid – ul –Fitr is an observance of the Muslim community. This is observed after the month of fasting called Ramadan. It is a period

-Viewing pictures and video clips documentaries of the holiday

Resource person Pictures Video clips

Quiz



GENERAL OBJECTIVES


Eid-ul-Fitr where the Muslim tries to think clean thoughts and purify their mind. NB: Eid – ul –Fitr is not a national holiday in Guyana.

-Discussing video clips -Sharing the significance of this holiday -Listening to resource person talking about the holiday -Collecting pictures and objects associated with this holiday. -Creating a scrapbook on this holiday

18 Our Nation Celebration in Guyana. -Labour Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Labour Day and Caricom Day.

Labour Day is observed on May 1 every year. This day is celebrated by workers all over the world. On May Day workers march through the streets and then they end with a gathering for speeches by the Trade Union Leaders.

-Identifying the national holiday celebrated -Discussing the importance of this holiday. -Discussing how this event is observed. -Participating in activities to mark these events. -Discussing activities held in observance of this event -Researching information

Newspaper clippings Pictures

Portfolio Quiz

18 Our Nation -Celebrations in Guyana Emancipation/ Freedom Day

For pupils to develop an appreciation for Emancipation Day.

Emancipation Day is usually celebrated on August 1st to mark the end of slavery.

-Identifying when Emancipation Day is celebrated.


18 Our Nation -National Symbols The Coat of Arms

For pupils to become aware of National Symbols.

The Coat of Arms is one of our National symbols. The Coat of Arms is made up of:

-Fitting up given puzzle -Identifying puzzle after its assembling

Picture of National Symbols.

Practical work Group work Quiz Research



GENERAL OBJECTIVES


The National Anthem The National Pledge The National Flower- The Victoria Regia Lily The National Bird- The Canje Pheasant

- The Amerindian Headdress - Jaguars - 1 stalk of rice - 1 stalk of sugar cane - 3 wavy lines - The shield - The National Motto.

The National Anthem

-Naming the main parts of the Coat of Arms. -Discussing the symbol of each part. -Matching the meaning of each part of the Coat of Arms. -Reciting the words of the National Motto. -Reciting the words of the National Anthem. -Saying the National Pledge. -Discussing how to show respect for National Symbols. -Demonstrating how to stand for the National Pledge and National Anthem.

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19 Annual Examination

20 Review of Annual Examination

GUYANA NATIONAL CURRICULUM SOCIAL STUDIES

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