Global Curriculum

Comprehensive K-12 Social Studies Curriculum by OBELAS

OBELAS Social Studies is the only researched and standards-based program that is 100% culturally appropriate for both national and international markets, making it an essential component of comprehensive K-12 education.

OBELAS Social Studies Pedagogy

is comprised of an inquiry-based and project-based learning approach that help support learners make connections the real world.

Our Story Our World is an interactive reflection of the past, present, and future of today’s learners. It is the only Grade 1-9 global Social Studies program within the K-12 education framework.
Students will discover their world and their story through engaging, dynamic Social Studies lessons with compelling questions that are authentically designed for each unit. These lessons are crafted to enrich students’ understanding of Social Studies concepts, fostering critical-thinking skills as they gather evidence and communicate their knowledge.
Reviewed by a MENA expert, Our Story, Our World is 100% culturally appropriate for the Middle East Region and international markets. The program connects the views of the world with learners’ unique identities, integrating Ed Tech solutions that foster a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives. Students will begin to develop into culturally tolerant and ethnically diverse global citizens.

Grade 1-9 learners will be taken on a journey covering 4 domains

Geography

History

Civics

Economics

Why our program?

Reviewed by MENA expert.

Accredited by STEM.ORG

Research-based

Culturally inclusive and relevant.

Correlated to KSA, UAE, and AERO social studies standards.

Aligned with C3 Framework and NCSS standards

Develops CCSS literacy skills through targeted skills practice and the ELA handbook.

Includes Social–Emotional Learning, ELL Support, Differentiation, and STEAM connections.

Incorporates inquiry and project-based learning in its pedagogical design through unit projects.

Robust support in the Teacher Guide

Assessment resources  are available on our LMS, OBELEARN

Available in print and digitally on  OBELEARN

STEM-Accredited Excellence in Social Studies

OBELAS programs stand apart by seamlessly integrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) into Social Studies, a distinction further validated by official accreditation from STEM.ORG. This globally recognized accreditation highlights the rigor, credibility, and real-world relevance of our curriculum, which aligns with the best practices in K-12 education.

This accreditation reinforces our mission to equip students with the tools they need to excel in an ever-evolving digital landscape, where history meets innovation through Ed Tech, and learning knows no boundaries.

Discover historical innovation and technology

Engage with the technological breakthroughs and engineering marvels that defined cultures and civilizations.

Build critical thinking and creativity

Connect historical events with scientific and mathematical principles to inspire innovative solutions and develop critical thinking.

Prepare for real-world challenges

Foster interdisciplinary skills that empower students to tackle the complexities of the 21st-century world.

What Makes Our Content Unique

Our Story Our World program helps students become independent thinkers. It places a strong emphasis on:

Global Citizenship

Active Learning

Technology Integration

Current Topics

Cultural Relevance

Civic Responsibilities

College and Career Readiness

Supporting Different Learning Abilities

Program Resources

Our Story Our World Social Studies program resources are available online for teachers to download or edit, supporting dynamic K-12 education and incorporating Ed Tech tools for enhanced learning.

Curriculum Maps

Lesson Plans

Pacing Guides

Mission Worksheets and Rubric

NCSS Alignment

C3 Alignment

C3 / CCSS Alignment

UAE / KSA / AERO Correlations

Scope & Sequence

Unit Tests

Lesson Quizzes

Videos & Presentations

Our Story Our World Program Materials

Our Social Studies program materials contain elements of differentiation, inquiry-based learning, and project-based learning, incorporating Ed Tech tools, and consist of:

Consumable Student Textbooks

Teacher Resources

Digital Assessments

Grade 1

Grade 2

Grade 3

Grade 4

Grade 5

Grade 6

Grade 7

Grade 8

Grade 9

STEAM

Integrating STEAM into our Social Studies program helps students:

Explore historical innovations, technology, and cross-cultural art

Develop critical thinking and creativity

Prepare for real-world challenges with interdisciplinary solutions

SEL

While students explore diverse cultures, and societal issues our program:

Cultivates empathy, communication, and resilience

Nurtures emotional intelligence

Fosters holistic growth in social and academic domains

ELL Support

The ELL support in Our Story, Our World:

Fosters linguistic and cultural growth

Instills confident engagement with historical and social narratives.

Facilitates bridging of language barriers

Differentiation

Our Social Studies program:

Supports personalized learning

Engages learners at their individual pace and level

Cultivates accomplishment and boosts confidence

Program Brochure

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