First Grade Second Grade Engaging Full Curriculum 5x/Week

Come and join us first/second grade learners!! 
THIS IS AN ONGOING/SUBSCRIPTION BASED CLASS!  JOIN IN ANY WEEK
***CLASS CONTINUES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!!***

**THEMES FOR WINTER/SPRING 2025 BELOW**
*** WINTER/SPRING CLASSES WILL BEGIN MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 2025!****


***THIS IS FOR STUDENTS THAT ARE AT A FIRST OR SECOND GRADE READING LEVEL AND CAN ADD AND SUBTRACT NUMBERS 1-10, BUT WANT TO EXPAND ON THESE CONCEPTS AND MORE ***

👩‍🏫WHY CHOOSE ME AS YOUR TEACHER? WHAT MAKES MY CLASS DIFFERENT?
*Creative Activities are provided for students- We do NOT do the same worksheets each week!!! Students are learning multiple concepts and skills in my class!!!
*Variety of Activities are provided for students which means your child stays engaged!
*Full Curriculum using reading, writing, math, science, some social studies, art and music activities
*Each day of the week we work on different subjects/material
*Snacks Made Together- works on following step by step directions and culinary skills
*Show and Tell- Students learn how to ask questions, listen, and speak clearly
*All students receive time and individual attention during EVERY class from the teacher as I keep class sizes small.

📋CLASS SCHEDULE:


MONDAY-LITERACY ACTIVITY/ STORY RELATED TO THEME- We will practice 
literacy concepts using first and second grade leveled books, both fiction and non-fiction that are related to each week's theme. Concepts such as grammar, phonics, comprehension, fluency, and writing will be practiced using handouts and discussion. We will likely read portions of the book throughout the week depending on its length. *Books will be seen on my screen for students to follow along with.
TUESDAY- MATH-Concepts such as measurement, graphing, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, comparison, and 3-4 digit numbers will be taught and related to each week's theme. 
WEDNESDAY- CRAFT- A handout will be used and we will work together to make a paper craft. Students will work on fine motor practice and following multiple step directions.
THURSDAY- EXPERIMENT/EXTRA ACTIVITY Students will watch a themed based experiment they can try later with parent help/supervision. We will also do additional activities that enhance the theme such as puzzles, games, color by number, etc.
FRIDAY- SHARE TIME/SNACK TIME -Students can bring an object to share and they will practice speaking and listening skills (OBJECTS RELATED TO THE THEME ARE ENCOURAGED!) We will also prepare a snack together learning how to follow step by step directions. 
*** Every day except Thursday, we will continue reading the weekly book that is chosen and discuss. 

*Each of these areas provides a set routine for the students and once they are in class for a short period, they will begin to get the hang of it! This provides stability and children thrive in routines, just like adults do!


WEEKLY THEMES: 

WINTER/SPRING 2025 THEMES:
Jan 6-10 Angry Birds 
Jan 13-17 Birthday 
Jan 20-24 Chinese New Year (Lunar)  
Jan 27-31 Donut 
Feb 3-7 Exercise
Feb 10-14 Five Senses 
Feb17-21  Garden 
Feb 24-28 Hearts Theme 
Mar3-7 Inventions 
Mar 10-14  Jellyfish and King Crab 
Mar 17-21  Leprechaun 
Mar 24-28 Monster 
Mar 31-Apr 4 Night Owl 
Apr7-11  Pajama/ Quilt 
Apr 14-18  Rabbit 
Apr 21-25 Train Station 
Apr 28- May 2 Utensils 
May 5-9  Water
May 12-16  THERE WILL BE NO CLASS THIS WEEK. YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED!
May 19-23 Zero the Hero Letters Y, Z
MORE THEMES TO COME AS THIS IS A YEAR ROUND CLASS!!!

**Materials needed will be posted in the classroom ahead of time! 
**Themes are subject to change

👩‍🏫EXPERIENCE/PHILOSOPHY
I have loads of experience teaching this age group! It is my passion and I believe it is crucial that we prepare children for an amazing and bright future!!! 
-I have a Bachelors Degree in Music Education and have BOTH music and elementary education certificates!
-I have taught in the classroom and online for many years
-I have had my OWN child care center in my home working with young children 
-I have experience creating a curriculum on my own that fits the needs of this age group
-I have excellent class management skills and pride myself in my ability to provide engaging, creative, fun lessons! 
-I have a special needs child and have found ways to adapt to him and other children's needs. 
-I have taught ESL students online and in the classroom and can continue to help them with their English speaking abilities.
-I pride myself in my ability to reach students individually at their level! Each child needs something different and I don't believe in putting children in a "box."

🎒SUPPLIES:
-Handouts for the week- Please print these and have them ready for class! They will be provided in the classroom on Sunday each week.

-Have on hand- pencil, paper, scissors, crayons, markers, and glue. 

 ***ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES will also be posted Sunday with the handouts. *The science materials are optional if you'd like to have your child participate along side me and will be indicated as such. Snack supplies and sometimes additional art supplies may be necessary and will be listed when necessary for that particular week.  IF THERE ARE ANY SUPPLIES YOU DON'T HAVE, THERE ARE WAYS TO ADAPT AND MAKE IT WORK. I PROVIDE THIS LIST AS I BELIEVE STUDENTS WILL GET MORE OUT OF THE CLASS IF THEY HAVE THESE SUPPLIES, BUT EITHER WAY, THEY WILL HAVE A GREAT TIME IN CLASS!


👨‍👩‍👧PARENTAL GUIDANCE:
-Please print out handout ahead of time.
-Please teach your child how to use the mute/unmute button throughout this class.
-I ask that children be on camera throughout the class as possible.