Toothless
smiles and untied shoelaces best describe first grade. It is
a year of amazing growth! First graders are excited about all
learning. They are so anxious to be like "the big kids" that they
even ask for homework! As they adjust to all-day school, "Is
it time to go home yet?" gives way to "Is it already time to go home?"
Throughout
the year we piece together the reading and writing puzzle
to create a literate community. The pride the students show
as they make those important connections is truly evident.
First graders
begin the year being very dependent on their teachers and
as the year progresses, they are able to move throughout
the room independently, chose their own activities and work
with learning materials with less teacher help. By June,
the students have grown into more confident learners.
Some of
the first grade highlights throughout the school year include
a Take Home Reading Program that begins in the fall and continues
until May. First graders and parents have a special gingerbread
house making afternoon in December.
The following
is a snapshot view of the first grade curriculum.
Language
Arts
Math
Reading
Writing
Word Study (Spelling)
Handwriting
Speaking and Listening
Numbers
and Numeration
Addition and Subtraction
Measurement
(Length, Weight and Capacity)
Time and Money
Geometry
Graphing
Social
Studies
Science
How Do We Get Along in School?
Why is it important to Learn from Each Other?
Why Do Schools Have Rules?
Who Helps Us at School?
How Are We Good Helpers at School?
What Is a Map?
What was School Like Long Ago?
What Groups Do We Belong To?
How Are Families Specials?
Air
and Weather
Solids and Liquids
New Plants
Health
Teachers
Mental/Emotional/Social
Chemical Health
Safety and First Aid
Growth and Developments
Communicable/Chronic Diseases
Mrs.
Anderson
Ms. Murray
*Mrs.Sagstetter
Mrs. Strangis
Mrs. Wilk
