I can’t believe my middle baby boy is a first-grader! I am pumped to be his mama and teacher and can’t wait to get going on his studies. My little guy (can I still call him that?) is so enthusiastic about school. Which, of course, makes learning even more fun. I won’t keep you in suspense. Here are our 1st grade plans:
Reading
All About Reading – Level One. We started this at the beginning of the summer and I am so happy with it. I have dabbled in several programs over the last few years of teaching my children to read. All About Reading is easily my favorite. My 6-year-old LOVES it too, which is icing on the cake!
Handwriting
Handwriting Without Tears – I found this program when my first child became frustrated with learning handwriting. We have not looked back. Now, this is my top pick whether handwriting is an issue or not. It is fun to use and we love it!
English
I will likely start English Lesson Through Literature mid-year, but I like to get reading and handwriting well under way first.
Math
We are using and enjoying CLE Math 1.
Bible
We use many different resources for Bible, but for “official” school work we will be concentrating on CLE Bible 1 and The Jesus Storybook Bible. I’d love to dig even deeper and schedule a few activities to go with our Bible time. Which will be super easy because of this great list of coordinating activities!
Science and History
My 1st grader will be tagging along with his older siblings. He will have a blast doing science experiments with us. I also plan to include him in our history studies by finding age appropriate books that coordinate with what we are learning. More on that later!
Do you have a 1st grader? Drop me a comment. I would love to hear your plans!
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1st grade is going to be so fun! We are using CLE Reading, Math and Language Arts, Nancy Larson Science K and a Co-op class based on Galloping the Globe. Early Elementary Art and PE will also be taken at co-op. She will start piano lessons in the fall.
Yes! I love 1st grade. Have an amazing year, Heather!
I am using story of the world for history. I love Susan wise Bauer so I’m also using writing with ease, and first language lessons. I love Singapore Math so we are continuing that. I am reading Susan wise Bowers story of science book and also following a Classical Conversations / Charlotte Mason approach. I’m sure I’m missing something but I will get a better plan in place next month.
Hi Amelia! Story of the World is wonderful! My kids like to listen to the audiobooks. We have used Writing with Ease and First Language Lessons and enjoyed them too. Sounds like you have a great year planned. 🙂
Your first grade year looks great! I also have a first grader! I hopped over from the Not Back to School Blog Hop!
Thanks for stopping by Jennifer!