Young learners will explore what it takes to be a helper in their community. Through engaging, interactive activities, children will build essential social skills to be a good neighbor and friend!
Inspire children to build meaningful connections by exploring how friends and neighbors work together to help their community. Through literature, art, and games, little ones will practice skills like listening and teamwork, while continuing to be nurtured in values like empathy, gratitude, and kindness.
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FAQ
Time Slots: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM OR 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Tuesday–Friday
This tour aligns with Georgia Education Standards and Georgia Early Learning Development Standards for Pre-kindergarten through 2nd grade.
Pre-K
- SED1, 2, 3: The child will develop self-awareness, engage in self-expression, and develop relationships with peers.
- CD-SS4: The child will demonstrate an awareness of the economics of his/her community.
Kindergarten
- SSKE1: Describe the work that people do in the community.
- SSKCG2 Describe examples of positive character traits exhibited by good citizens such as honesty, patriotism, courtesy, respect, pride, and self-awareness.
1st Grade
- SS1CG1: Describe how historical figures display positive character traits such as: fairness, respect for others, respect for the environment, courage, equality, tolerance, perseverance, and commitment.
- SS1E1: Identify goods that people make and services that people provide for each other.
2nd Grade
- SS2CG3: Give examples of how historical figures demonstrate positive citizenship traits such as: honesty, dependability, trustworthiness, honor, civility, good sportsmanship, patience, and compassion.
This tour size is limited to 50 students.
There is no cost for school tours for Title I schools. Guided tours require two chaperones (admitted free) per 10 students.
If you are a Title I school, simply use the Request a Tour Now button above and enter the required information.
To reschedule your tour, you must notify Atlanta History Center at least 3 days in advance of your tour date.
The cost is $11.50 per student. Guided tours require two chaperones (admitted free) per 10 students. Admission for each additional chaperone is $11.50.
A non-refundable $50 deposit is due 14 days after confirmation is received.
Full payment is due 3 weeks prior to the date of your visit to guarantee your reservation for all tours. If you book less than 3 weeks in advance, full payment is due at the time of booking.
Any updates to your student count must be made before final payment is due. Refunds are not available if the number of students has changed. Additional fees for specialty tours, experiences, and other services are also due.
Your payment is not refundable if you cancel your school tour and do not reschedule.
To reschedule your tour, you must notify Atlanta History Center at least 3 days in advance of your tour date. Your payment can be applied towards your new date. There is a $25 administrative fee to reschedule your tour.