Resources: Month 2, Grade 1

Here you will find the resources that compliment the lessons taught during the month.

Business for Kids: 6 Cool Ways to Create Value

Song: Maker's Magic

While it might sound a little silly or even cheesy, songs are a great way to reinforce business lessons in a fun, memorable way—by tapping into musical and auditory learning styles, they help key concepts stick and support long-term retention in a way that traditional methods often can’t.

Verse 1:
Got an idea, brewing in my mind
Gonna make a product, one of a kind
Toys or clothes, food or games
Making things, that’s our aim

Pre-Chorus:
Ask what people want, make it special too
Quality and looks, that’s what we’ll do

Chorus:
Maker’s magic, in our hands
Creating products across the lands
From bracelets to apps, we’ll make ’em all
Answer the maker’s call
Craft it, shape it, let it grow
Maker’s magic, watch it glow

Verse 2:
Find the right price, make it fair
Package it nice, show you care
Sell it here, sell it there
Online, in stores, everywhere

(Pre-Chorus)
(Chorus)

Bridge:
How many can you make?
Where will you keep your stock?
Solve these puzzles, piece by piece
Your product journey’s gonna rock

(Chorus)

Outro:
Maker’s magic, it’s in you
Create with love, your dreams come true

Mind Explorers: The Nameless Adventure

Book: "The Name Jar” by Yangsook Choi

This picture book tells the story of a young girl who moves to a new country and grapples with the decision of choosing a new name or keeping her own. 

The book sparks discussions about the importance of names, cultural identity, and staying true to oneself.

YouTube Read Aloud

1. Where does Unhei move from?
a) Japan
b) China
c) Korea
d) Vietnam

2. What does Unhei carry with her that’s special?
a) A photo album
b) A name stamp
c) A teddy bear
d) A lucky coin

3. Why doesn’t Unhei tell her classmates her name on the first day?
a) She forgot it
b) She’s shy
c) She’s worried they can’t pronounce it
d) The teacher didn’t ask her

4. What do Unhei’s classmates create to help her choose a new name?
a) A list
b) A name jar
c) A poster
d) A song

5. Who is the first friend Unhei makes at her new school?
a) Joey
b) Mary
c) Sarah
d) Michael

6. What does Unhei’s name mean?
a) Sunshine
b) Grace
c) Flower
d) Wisdom

7. Where does Joey go to learn about Korean names?
a) The library
b) A Korean restaurant
c) Unhei’s house
d) The internet

8. What does Unhei decide to do about her name in the end?
a) Change it to an American name
b) Keep her Korean name
c) Use both a Korean and American name
d) Let her classmates choose for her

9. How do Unhei’s classmates react when she tells them her real name?
a) They laugh
b) They’re confused
c) They try to pronounce it
d) They ignore her

10. What important lesson does the story teach?
a) Always change to fit in
b) Be proud of your heritage
c) American names are better
d) Never make new friends

 

1. c) Korea
2. b) A name stamp
3. c) She’s worried they can’t pronounce it
4. b) A name jar
5. a) Joey
6. b) Grace
7. a) The library
8. b) Keep her Korean name
9. c) They try to pronounce it
10. b) Be proud of your heritage

 

Song: More than Just a Name

Transforming a mindful lesson like “The Nameless Adventure” into a catchy song helps children internalize important concepts about identity and self-worth through melody and rhythm, making these abstract ideas more accessible and memorable. The combination of music and meaningful lyrics creates an emotional connection that resonates with young minds long after the lesson ends, allowing them to recall and apply these positive messages during moments of self-discovery and growth.

Verse 1:
Close your eyes and take a journey
Into a world where names don’t matter
Who are you when no one’s calling?
What makes your heart feel like it’s soaring?
Pre-Chorus:
You’re curious and brave
Full of wonder every day
With or without a name
You’re special in your own way
Chorus:
You’re more than just a name
Your spirit shines so bright
Your laughter and your dreams
Make this world feel right
You’re kind and you’re strong
You’re everything you choose to be
Remember as you grow
You’re more than just a name, you’ll see
Verse 2:
Open up your imagination
Picture all the things you love to do
Climbing trees or reading stories
Your passions make the real you
(Pre-Chorus)
(Chorus)
Bridge:
Your feelings and your thoughts
The way you care for friends
Your hopes for tomorrow
That’s where your true self begins
(Chorus)
Outro:
So adventure on, brave explorer
Discover all the wonders that you are
‘Cause you’re more than just a name
You’re a bright and shining star