Overview
This thoughtfully curated set of books for first-grade students fosters a deep understanding of community and social awareness. Volunteers to the Rescue highlights the importance of helping others and the impact that even small acts of kindness can have on a community. Fair Play teaches the value of honesty, fairness, and respect in all interactions, emphasizing the importance of good sportsmanship on and off the field. Through Eunice Kennedy Shriver, children learn about inclusivity and how one person’s vision can bring about positive change for people of all abilities. The World in My Neighborhood broadens students’ perspectives by introducing them to their communities’ rich diversity and cultures. Finally, Who We Are encourages self-reflection and understanding of how our identities contribute to the larger social fabric. This set of books empowers young readers to be compassionate, thoughtful members of their communities. Books in this set include Volunteers to the Rescue, Fair Play, Eunice Kennedy Shriver: Inspiring Olympics for All, The World in My Neighborhood, and Who We Are.