Instruction in the standards requires a focus not only on the learner concepts and competencies but the supportive practices employed by the adults in the classroom setting. 

Concepts and Competencies

The learner will:

• Identify different jobs found locally (e.g. grocery store, gas station, hospital)
• Identify the goods or services produced in the jobs found locally
• Participate in discussions on the roles each of these jobs play in contributing to the community
• Identify interest in a local job

Supportive Practices

The adult will:

• Provide opportunities to explore job types, roles and purposes within the community
• Invite a variety of businesses as guest speakers (e.g. talk about jobs, roles and purposes)
• Provide text on various jobs found locally

 

This resource was created by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL).

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Office of Child Development and Early Learning, OCDEL, Social Studies