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Reading and Writing Course 1: First Grade (Part 1)

This exciting course offers engaging, interactive lessons that build foundational reading, writing, and phonics skills. Our unique, fun approach ensures young learners develop a love for literacy and strong communication abilities.
Stone Bridges Academy
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What's included

36 live meetings
15 in-class hours
Homework
PDF copies of the lesson will be available 24 hours prior to the lesson start to print. Learners may use this to review and practice after/between classes.
Certificate of Completion
A certificate of completion will be given at the end of the course. For other grading or assessment options, please contact the teacher.

Class Experience

US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - 1
Welcome to Part 1 of our First Grade Reading and Writing course, where young learners embark on a journey to become confident readers and writers. 

Course Highlights:

-Solidifying CVC: We'll begin by mastering Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) words, a crucial stepping stone in reading and writing.

-Exploring Digraphs and Diphthongs: Dive into the fascinating world of digraphs and diphthongs, where we'll uncover the secrets of letter combinations and their unique sounds.

-Conquering Blends: Conquer blends that add richness to our language and enhance your child's reading fluency.

-High-Frequency Heroes: Discover high-frequency words (not sight words) that will empower your young reader.

-Reading Adventures: Explore simple stories and build comprehension skills.

-Writing Adventures: In every class, your child will have the opportunity to write, from crafting sentences to labeling their drawings. We'll explore different writing styles and formats.

-Presentation Skills: We'll foster confidence by encouraging students to present their work to the class, promoting effective communication and self-expression.

-Interactive Learning: Engage in discussions, group activities, and presentations.

-Common Core Aligned: Our curriculum aligns to Common Core standards, ensuring that your child's learning experience is both enriching and academically sound.

Class structure:

Greetings
Review and learn the target sound of the day
Review and learn any high-frequency words
Read simple stories with the target sound of the day
Write with the target sound of the day
Draw and label a picture based on the day's reading
Share with the group
Goodbyes

Teachers will gently guide and prompt learners to work out new or difficult sounds.  Repetition will help solidify the target sounds and fluency. Learners will be encouraged to read in choral reading format (all reading at the same time) to minimize downtime. Reading comprehension will be advanced by engaging, open-ended questions and discussions. Learners will be encouraged to share their work but not obliged. 

PDF copies of the lesson will be available 24 hours prior to the lesson start to print. Learners may bring them to class to read and write with, or they may use a notebook, paper, or whiteboard. 

Students are welcome to enroll late. Each lesson is self-contained.

Learning Goals

Expand sight word vocabulary.
Build reading fluency and comprehension.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
36 Lessons
over 18 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Silent Vowels
 Read and write using silent vowels 
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Silent Vowels
 Read and write using silent vowels 
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
More Silent Vowels
 Read and write using vowel teams 
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
More Silent Vowels
 Read and write using vowel teams 
25 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
We have experience working with learners of all abilities, including ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ASD and more. Learners of all abilities are welcomed and encouraged to join us in class. Please contact us for more information.
Parental Guidance
Learners should be prepared to write, draw, and possibly color. PDF copies of the lesson will be available 24 hours prior to the lesson start to print. Learners may bring them to class to read and write with, or they may use a notebook, paper, or whiteboard.
Supply List
Learners should be prepared to write, draw, and possibly color.
PDF copies of the lesson will be available 24 hours prior to the lesson start to print. Learners may bring them to class to read and write with, or they may use a notebook, paper, or whiteboard.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
PDF copies of the lesson will be available 24 hours prior to the lesson start to print.
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2x per week, 18 weeks
25 min
Completed by 34 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-7
2-6 learners per class

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