First (1st) Grade Adventures Semester 2 of 2: Full Curriculum Circle Time
What's included
90 live meetings
60 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. I will provide weekly first-grade resources that you can use at your convenience, tailoring them to fit your schedule. While some children choose to bring them to class and follow along with me, it's common for us to not finish every page during our class time. This allows your child the opportunity to complete the remaining tasks during the week, reinforcing what we covered in class.Assessment
Welcome to our engaging group time, where we explore a wide range of subjects! This interactive session serves as a wonderful opportunity for children to delve into various topics. Through active participation in discussions and observations, we assess learners' progress and understanding of essential first-grade skills. Engaging in meaningful conversations with the children allows us to gauge their comprehension and ensure their continued growth in first grade.Grading
While a letter grade is not offered, those in the class at year's end will receive a certificate of completion.Class Experience
US Grade 1
Are you ready to embark on an amazing journey in first grade? Join me as we learn and grow together! We'll have so much fun playing games, doing experiments, having interesting discussions, and discovering new things! SMALLER CLASS SIZES - No more than six children in a class! When you enroll in Ms. Pamela's teacher-led, interactive semester-long 5-day-a-week curriculum for first grade learners, I offer a smaller class size, and comprehensive resources in literacy, math, science, reading, and social studies to enhance and reinforce skills we learn in class. Our first semester daily classes will include: ~ a Hello song ~ the calendar ~ the weather where each child lives ~ a writing journal question ~ a movement activity at the end of class ~ a Good-Bye Song Our week will look like this: M = Language Arts, Math T = Reading Activity, Social Studies W = Language Arts, Science TH = Math, Sight Words F = Show and Tell, Reading a Book, and Writing Activity All additional resources for the week will be available in the classroom on Monday at 5 am CST to print.
Learning Goals
My students will have fun while introducing them to a variety of first grade skills in language arts and math
We will be learning early reading skills
We will be practicing and learning new sight words
We will be learning first grade skills about science, studying light and sound, magnets, animals and habitats, our human body, outer space, and simple machines
We will be learning first grade skills about being a good citizen, landforms, the globe and map skills, wants and needs, consumers and producers and more
We will be learning first grade skills in language arts, reading and math
We will be increasing our vocabulary through writing and sentence building activities
We will gain social skills through talking with others, taking turns, and more
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum90 Lessons
over 18 WeeksLesson 1:
Monday - Language Arts and Math
Vowel Team “ou” and “ow” game and 2D and 3D shapes game
40 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Tuesday - Reading and Social Studies
Using Context Clues when we read activity and First Explorers – Who were they? Discussion and game
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Wednesday - Language Arts and Science
contractions using "will" and "have" and "are" game and activity and Our Human Body – ears and their bones discussion and listening game
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Thursday - Sight Words and Math
Subtracting using two-digit numbers from two-digit numbers game and sight word game
40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will also be doing a movement activity at the end of each class. Be sure your child has room to move around without getting hurt. We will be jumping, running in place, stretching etc.
Supply List
For in-class a box containing: pencils, erasers, crayons, or markers. Learners will also need a writing notebook. Outside of class additional work can be done using the same materials.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Associate's Degree in Education from College of DuPage
Hello, I am Ms. Pamela!
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A Bit About Me:
I am passionate about learning and have been privileged to engage with over 900 learners from 25 countries since teaching my first class on Outschool in 2020. My classes span a range of ages and subjects, with a focus on full curriculum semester classes for preschool through third grade. I offer many craft classes, often by request, and I am always up for teaching a book club as I am an avid reader. I am always working on more too!
My Background:
With 35+ years of teaching experience, I've held various roles, including Montessori teacher, private early elementary teacher, center director, preschool owner, homeschool co-op leader, and private tutor in math, writing, and early reading skills. In my previous position, I taught the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum and I have incorporated many of the basic ideas into my personalized curriculum.
We homeschooled our daughter from preschool to eighth grade. I have run a homeschool co-op, a preschool program, an early learning center, and scouting groups. I have an educational background in Early Childhood Education and American Sign Language.
My Teaching Style:
I believe that learning needs to be fun, and listening is just as important as talking and teaching. I am not one to mute a learner unless necessary but will encourage raising hands and taking turns during our games and discussions for all ages. I prioritize active participation and mutual respect.
Something Fun:
Crafting is a lifelong passion of mine, encompassing quilting, sewing, crocheting, knitting, painting, and jewelry making. I'm delighted to share my expertise through crafting classes on Outschool, and I'm always open to requests for new or existing classes.
Communication:
I strive to be responsive to emails, typically replying within a day. My teaching hours are from 8 am to 6 pm CST, during which I also attend to administrative tasks.
Missed Classes, Cancellations, Refunds:
I pride myself on being punctual and ready for class. We do live in Tornado Alley and take storms seriously since being hit by a tornado last March 2023. I try to warn ahead of time if possible. I will reimburse you for technical issues on my side or offer a single transfer for one-time classes if needed. I will teach only one or two students. Some of my best classes have happened with only one or two learners. It can make for great in-depth discussions!
I cannot wait to meet your child.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$50
weekly or $900 for 90 classes5x per week, 18 weeks
40 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-7
1-6 learners per class