Social Studies Resources for 1st Grade

Explore 15 curated social studies learning resources designed for 1st Grade students. Browse curricula, apps, videos, worksheets, and more to find the perfect fit for your learner.

National Geographic Kids Beginner's World Atlas, 5th Edition

National Geographic's photo-rich, easy-to-read world atlas for ages 4–10—introducing continents, oceans, and map skills with stunning images and simple, colorful maps.

The 50 States: Activity Book

The hands-on companion to The 50 States atlas—maps to label, puzzles, and fact files that turn U.S. geography into an active, screen-free homeschool project.

The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 Fact-Filled Maps!

An oversized, beautifully illustrated atlas of all 50 U.S. states—capitals, landmarks, animals, and famous figures—that turns American geography into a treasure hunt.

Maps: A Children's Illustrated Atlas

A gorgeously illustrated oversized atlas mapping 58 countries through their animals, foods, landmarks, and cultures—an enchanting introduction to world geography for children.

Kumon Summer Review & Prep Workbook: After Kindergarten

Focused summer review workbook from Kumon covering reading and math for post-kindergarten students using the proven Kumon mastery-based method.

Summer Bridge Activities: Bridging Grades K-1

The original summer learning workbook for K-1 with daily 15-minute activities in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies to prevent summer slide.

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Summer Brain Quest: Between Grades 1 & 2

Adventure-based summer workbook from Brain Quest for grades 1-2 with map quests, stickers, and daily activities in reading, math, and science.

The Story of the World Volume 4: The Modern Age

Final volume in the Story of the World series covering 1850 to present: world wars, Cold War, civil rights, and globalization told as engaging narrative history.

The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages

Narrative history of the Middle Ages (400–1600 CE) for elementary students, covering medieval Europe, Islam, Vikings, Crusades, and global civilizations in story format.

The Story of the World Volume 3: Early Modern Times

Narrative world history from 1600 to 1850 covering exploration, colonialism, revolutions, and the Enlightenment for elementary and middle school students.

Brain Quest Workbook: 1st Grade (Revised Edition)

Cross-curricular activity workbook for first graders covering reading, writing, math, science, and social studies with 300+ pages of engaging exercises.

BrainPOP Jr. Social Studies

Animated social studies lessons for grades K-3 covering communities, maps, US symbols, and citizenship.

BrainPOP Jr. at Home

Kick-start your kids’ classroom confidence from home

BrainPOP Jr. Movie of the Week

Inspire young learners with Annie and Moby ... every week! The BrainPOP Jr. Movie of the Week app delivers a different animated movie every week plus related quizzes and educational activities.

BrainPOP Jr. Homeschool

Create homeschool memories your kids will never forget