Reading:
The first grade reading curriculum focuses on literacy and phonics instruction. Literacy includes: guided reading groups, independent reading, phonemic awareness, phonics instruction, and writing. Instruction is delivered in individual, small group and whole group settings to meet your child's needs. All students will receive a reading envelope that contains a reading log, spelling list/word sort, a guided reading book, and (on occasion) a follow-up activity to complete at home. Please practice the guided reading book and spelling words for a few minutes each night and sign the reading log.
Writing:
During our daily writing block, we will focus on the following:
Math:
The math curriculum includes concepts such as numeration, addition and subtraction facts, double-digit addition and subtraction, place value, time, geometry and problem solving. In addition to the math curriculum, Xtra Math is a timed math fact app that we use to help children master their math facts. It is a leveled program and the children progress at their own individual pace.
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Content:
Content areas include science topics such as: earth and space, energy, biomimicry, and inheritance of traits
Social Studies topics include: communities, economics, citizenship, and map skills