1st Grade Overview

Schedule

Curriculum

• Opening Time - We will start each day with a 15 minutes lesson focused on what it means to be a follower of Jesus.  One day a week, we will be joined by Pastor Joey, who will be leading us in the "Jesus Said Club."  This is a curriculum he wrote and is being used in schools all around the world!  During this time, we learn all about what Jesus said and did, so we can follow His example.  The other day of the week will be spent learning about a character.  We will have one character trait each month that we will focus on.  We will hear related stories from the Bible and learn scripture verses, in addition to discussing how we can model this trait in our lives.

• Math - We pull from a variety of resources for our math lessons.  Primary Math (Singapore Method) and various Common Core resources are used as references to ensure all content is covered.  We teach those concepts using picture books, games, and other hands-on activities.  A detailed layout of what we will be covering each month can be found HERE.

• Language Arts - This year, we will be using the "Around the World with Picture Books Part II" by Beautiful Feet Books.  We will be reading and discussing a variety of picture books from countries in Asia, Africa and Australia, as well incorporating poetry, art projects, map exploration, and food sampling as they learn about these cultures.  They will also incorporate copywork to practice handwriting and early grammar concepts.  A list of our favorite language arts curriculums and resources can be found HERE.

• Science - We will be using the science units from The Good and the Beautiful for our lessons this year.  We will be covering the topics of Marine Biology, Motion and Simple Machines, and Health and the Physical Body.  Click HERE for a list of extension activities you can do at home to further your child's learning about these topics.

• Bible - We're so excited to continue Bible class with our first graders this year.  They will be learning about the importance of scripture and how it directs our relationship with Jesus - that it is always true and always right and will always lead us on the right path.

• Music - Students will be learning the very basics of music theory as well as listening to music from many different time periods and cultures.  They will also get the opportunity to use their own voices to make music as well!  Click HERE to view the syllabus for this class.

At Home:

We want our families to have the freedom and flexibility to plan their at-home days according to their children's interest and learning styles.  We do not generally assign homework, or require anything for tutorial be done outside of class (the exception being the once-a-year science fair project).  However, we know that some guidance can be helpful for planning purposes, especially if this is your first time homeschooling in conjunction with a tutorial.  We have created a sample schedule for what your days look like, along with lists of some of our recommended curriculum.  These are not required choices - we always encourage parents to choose what works best for their families - but are simply suggestions to help you in your homeschooling journey.  Click HERE to go to our suggested resource page.