FIRST grade Curriculum
November 9, 2011
First Grade Team
Mrs. Mary Buchanio Mrs. Dianne Kincaid Miss Jill Thomson Mrs. Karen Wolff
Instructional Assistants: Mrs. Ashley Babka
Transitions from Kindergarten to Grade 1
Tables to desks Homework Increased responsibility and
independence Learning pace Longer day for some
Typical Day in First Grade
Calendar Math Specials: Phys. Ed, Music and Art Literacy: Scott Foresman,
Empowering Writers, Rebecca Sitton
Science Social Studies
Math
Numbers and Operations in Base Ten
*Count, read and write numbers to 120
*Place value
Operations and Algebraic Thinking*Demonstrates an understanding of addition and subtraction facts to 20*Applies problem solving strategies using
addition and subtraction up to 20*Writes number sentences using appropriate
signs.
Math Continued…
Measurement and Data*Graphing*Fractions*Time*Money*Measurement (non standard units)
Geometry*2-D and 3-D shapes
Literacy
Phonetic Skills/Vocabulary*Phonics and word analysis skills
*High frequency words
Language*Oral expression*Language and grammar skills*Retelling
Literacy Continued…
Reading/Fluency*Story elements, beginning, middle, end,
setting and character* Reading fluency
Writing*Written expression*Use of language and grammar skills*Spells assigned words*Independent spelling strategies
Science
Life Science – plants and animals
Physical Science – states of matter
Earth and Space- seasonal and weather changes
Engineering Design *What purpose do tools and simple machines
give?*How do they make our lives better/easier?
Social Studies
History and Geography
Civics and Government
Economics
United States Leaders, Symbols, Events, and Holidays
Individuals, Families, and Communities Now and Long Ago
Standards Based Report Card
Student Responsibilities Specialty Subjects Academic Standards English Language Arts Math Science Social Studies
First Grade Report Card
First Grade Report Card
First Grade Report Card
First Grade Report Card
Standards Based Report Card
Rubric4- The student consistently applies and/or extends key concepts and
processes.
3- The student consistently demonstrates proficiency in the standard.
2- The student is progressing toward meeting the standard.
1- The student is beginning to meet the standard with assistance.
N/A Standard not assessed this term.
* Indicates that 3 is the highest achievable level.
Our Goals for Our Students
Build independence Utilize problem solving skills Develop positive peer relationships Continue enthusiasm for learning
Home/School Connection
Read every night Practice math facts; build number
sense Reinforce importance of student
responsibilities: homework, library books, sneakers for gym
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