First Grade

The First Grade Curriculum Introduction

In the first grade, students master beginning decoding and phonic skills. They learn the basic rules of the English language. They begin to spell words. Students develop basic sentence writing abilities and learn to write a paragraph. They learn to predict and preview a story. Vocabulary increases as children are presented with new words in stories and studies.

Study skills increase and so does homework. Daily homework assignments are given and it is the students’ responsibility to do them. Listening and directional skills are emphasized parts of speech are introduced and correct letter formation is developed.

Students are taught to think mathematically. Addition and subtraction are taught and mastered using up to 3 addendums. Number lines, time, measurement, sentence problems, money and graphs are covered in a developmentally appreciate form in the class.

Social Studies and Science text book units are followed in first grade. Children read, discuss and develop the text book units of study.

Computer, Music, PE and Faith Development are taught as Enrichment subjects. Art is incorporated into the classroom through projects in subject areas.

Children are encouraged to learn to think for themselves. They respond to questions, to solve problems, to pursue an argument and to weigh alternatives. Christian moral values are taught in all aspects of the curriculum. Character development is an essential part of the program. Traits such as fairness, self control and responsibility are valued. Concepts of good and bad are taught through habit training, moral literacy and Christian values.

The specifics of the first grade curriculum are contained in the rest of this section of the curriculum guide.

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