Educator Resources

The following links offer additional learning tools for educators. Some of the links will take you to different Web sites, others will take you to the old version of the Department of Education Web site. We will continually update and expanding these links, so please visit often.

Professional Development Offerings

Social Studies and History-Rich Institutions

Social Studies Curriculum Links

Professional Books

Professional Organizations and Conferences

Background on the New York State exams in grades 5,8 and high school (Regents)

NY State Education Department Virtual Learning System

Social Studies Competitions, Awards, and Grant Opportunities
Visit here for news on social studies competitions and opportunities to write and submit grants to supplement classroom resources and materials. This page will be updated, so check back periodically.
Census 2010
Find information here on teaching about the 2010 United States Census.
Social Awareness and Action
This web site offers service opportunities for educators to share with students and links to sites that foster social awareness and social responsibility.
Martin Luther King Jr. Teaching Resources
Social Studies Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Teacher Questions about Social Studies
Teaching American History Grants
Information about the Federally Funded Teaching American History Grants for New York City Public School Districts
Tolerance and Diversity
Content Literacy Resources
Resources for teaching content literacy strategies in social studies
Financial Literacy Resources
Every young adult should have basic skills in managing their personal financial affairs. The websites listed below provide guidance on improving students' financial literacy, and foster the development of responsible money management habits in children.
Teaching about the Supreme Court
Web sites and teaching materials about the US Supreme Court.

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	New York City K-8 Social Studies Scope and Sequence The New York City K-8 Social Studies Scope and Sequence is a comprehensive framework for social studies teaching in grades K-8 that brings together national standards, the ten thematic strands and the New York State Core Curriculum. For information about purchasing additional guides, visit the FAMIS portal.
	Grade 4 Trade Book Program Unit Guides Unit Guides to support the teaching of social studies using trade book text sets
	Grade 5 Trade Book Program Unit Guides Unit Guides to support the teaching of social studies using trade book text sets
	Grade 7 Trade Book Program Unit Guides Unit Guides to support the teaching of social studies using trade book text sets
	Grade 8 Trade Book Program Unit Guides Unit Guides to support the teaching of social studies using trade book text sets
	Picturing America Resources The Department of Education is the honored recipient of a National Endowment for the Humanities Picturing America grant. Picturing America encourages and strengthens the teaching and understanding of American history and culture. The NEH has chosen notable American works of art that will help students connect to the people, places, events and ideas that have shaped our nation.