First Grade Curriculum

English Language Arts (ELA)

Monday through Thursday 9 am-11 am and Friday 9 am-10:15 am

Reading:

Advance phonics skills by learning more complex vowel patterns, blends, & digraphs.
Improve reading comprehension by identifying the main idea, sequence of events, and basic plot elements in stories.
Expand vocabulary through reading, daily activities, & explicit instruction.
Practice reading fluency by reading aloud with appropriate speed, accuracy, and expression.

Writing:

Enhance handwriting skills, focusing on proper letter formation and spacing.
Write complete sentences with correct punctuation and capitalization.
Begin writing short stories, personal narratives, and descriptive paragraphs.
Learn weekly spelling lists based on phonics patterns and high-frequency words.

Grammar:

Identify parts of speech such as nouns, verbs, and adjectives.
Understand the use of capital letters and punctuation in sentences.
Practice correct spelling and grammar through writing exercises.

Math

Monday through Thursday 11 am-1 pm and Friday 10:15 am-11:30 am

Number Sense:

Understand place value and learn to count, read, & write numbers up to 100.
Solve basic addition and subtraction problems within 20 using various strategies.

Geometry:

Identify and describe 2D shapes (circle, square, triangle) and 3D shapes (cube, sphere, cylinder).
Learn about symmetry and spatial relationships.

Measurement:

Measure length, weight, and volume using standard units.
Understand time (hours, half-hours) and money (coin values).

Patterns and Sorting:

Recognize, create, and extend patterns using different attributes.
Sort objects based on color, shape, size, and other attributes.

Problem Solving:

Solve simple word problems involving addition, subtraction, & basic arithmetic.
Engage in hands-on activities and lessons to reinforce mathematical thinking.

Judaic Studies

Schedule: Monday through Thursday 1:30 pm-3:30 pm and Friday 12 pm-1:30 pm

Hebrew Language:

Continue to learn and recognize Hebrew letters and their sounds.
Practice writing Hebrew letters with proper formation and spacing.
Break words into syllables and recognize common Hebrew sight words.
Improve reading skills with proper pauses and end-of-line recognition

Art and Creative Projects:

Utilize art projects to reinforce Hebrew language skills and Judaic concepts.
Engage in creative activities designed to make learning interactive & enjoyable

Jewish Calendar
and Holidays:

Significant Holidays:

- Rosh Hashanah: Deepen understanding of the Jewish New Year & its customs.

- Yom Kippur: Explore the significance and traditions of the Day of Atonement.

- Sukkot: Learn about the Feast of Tabernacles and its associated holidays.

Mid-Year Holidays:

- Chanukah: Study the history and customs of the Festival of Lights.

- Purim: Celebrate and understand the story of Esther.

- Passover: Learn about the Exodus story and Passover traditions.

- Shavuot: Understand the significance of the giving of the Torah.

Cultural and Historical Context:

- Teach the history and customs associated with each holiday.

- Use art and creative projects to deepen understanding & make the

learning process enjoyable.