English Grade 1 A/B
English Grade 1, Semester A, begins with the fundamentals of literacy, emphasizing the Science of Reading's explicit instruction in phonological awareness. Students start by learning to write and articulate the alphabet. Students progress to a focused exploration of consonants and vowels, teaching them to recognize, pronounce, and utilize these sounds effectively in various word contexts. Students practice these skills by writing letters, words, and complete sentences, and by illustrating scenes inspired by their readings. Reading is a central component of the curriculum, featuring a diverse selection of texts including poetry, narrative fiction, and informational materials. Through these texts, students identify themes, characters, settings, events, and main ideas. They also analyze supporting details and discern the author's purpose, developing critical thinking and analytical skills. The course includes two narrative writing projects, which are designed to apply students' understanding of text structures and enhance their creative expression. These projects encourage students to apply their phonetic knowledge and comprehension skills to authentic writing tasks, demonstrating the interconnectedness of reading and writing, as endorsed by the Science of Reading principles.
English Grade 1, Semester B, advances the literacy development of first-grade students by focusing on vocabulary expansion and phonological skills, key components of the Science of Reading. Students explore new words, experiment with sounds and syllables, and study the structure of well-crafted sentences. Reading comprehension is a central focus, with students engaging deeply with a range of texts. They learn to ask and answer questions about the content, draw conclusions, and connect ideas across texts. Reading materials include poetry, fairy tales, informational texts, and opinion pieces. Writing is integrated through projects, including an informational writing project and an opinion writing project. These tasks are designed to reinforce students' understanding of text structures and encourage them to express their thoughts clearly and persuasively. Through these strategies, the course reinforces the interconnectedness of reading and writing and the importance of a systematic approach to literacy education as recommended by the Science of Reading.
The materials needed for this course include standard school supplies and specified activity materials.
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