Grade 1 Course Outline
1. English Language Arts (ELA)
- Objective: Develop basic reading and writing skills, and introduce foundational literacy concepts.
- Units:
- Phonics and Word Recognition: Understanding the alphabet, letter sounds, and simple word decoding.
- Reading Comprehension: Introduction to reading simple sentences and short stories; answering questions about key details.
- Writing: Practicing handwriting; writing simple sentences; using common nouns and verbs.
- Listening and Speaking: Participating in collaborative conversations; describing familiar people, places, things, and events.
2. Mathematics
- Objective: Build understanding of numbers, shapes, and basic addition and subtraction.
- Units:
- Numbers and Operations: Counting to 120, starting from any number; understanding and representing numbers in various ways.
- Addition and Subtraction: Introduction to addition and subtraction within 20; using objects and drawings to represent problems.
- Shapes and Spatial Thinking: Identifying and describing two-dimensional shapes; understanding and creating simple patterns.
3. Science
- Objective: Explore basic concepts of the natural world, focusing on observational skills.
- Units:
- Living Things: Understanding characteristics of living vs. non-living things; basic needs of plants and animals.
- Weather and Seasons: Observing and describing different types of weather and the four seasons.
- Physical Science: Introduction to materials and their properties (e.g., hard vs. soft, heavy vs. light).
4. Social Studies
- Objective: Introduce concepts of community and basic geographical understanding.
- Units:
- My Family and Other Families: Understanding family structures and roles; discussing similarities and differences between families.
- School and Community: Learning about the roles of various community helpers; understanding the purpose of maps.
- Civics and Government: Basic understanding of rules and why they are important in various contexts (school, community).
5. Art
- Objective: Develop creativity and basic motor skills through various artistic expressions.
- Units:
- Exploring Colors and Shapes: Creating artwork using different colors and shapes; understanding the use of space in art.
- Crafts and Construction: Simple projects using materials like paper, glue, and scissors.
- Music and Movement: Exploring basic rhythms and dance moves; introduction to simple musical instruments.
6. Physical Education
- Objective: Encourage physical activity and develop basic motor skills.
- Units:
- Games and Activities: Engaging in simple team games that encourage movement and coordination.
- Health and Safety: Basic understanding of personal hygiene and safety during physical activities.
Growthwind Implementation Strategies
- Interactive Learning: Use of games, songs, and interactive activities to enhance engagement and retention.
- Hands-On Activities: Incorporate crafts, simple experiments, and role-playing to reinforce learning.
- Technology Integration: Utilize educational software and interactive whiteboards where possible to introduce digital literacy fundamentals.
This course outline is designed to cater to the developmental needs of Grade 1 students, ensuring they gain essential skills while also enjoying their learning process.