Expectations
A major focus in first grade is on reading development through the use of intensive phonics and reading practice. Mathematics also receives a major portion of the teaching time. Bible instruction focuses on teaching a biblical worldview. Science and social studies are secondary subjects at this grade level.
First Grade Curriculum
- Bible: Summit
- Reading: Saxon Phonics and Spelling, Open Court and Accelerated Reader
- Math: Saxon
- Science: Purposeful Design
- Social Studies: BJU Press, and God's World News and teacher developed materials
- Spanish: teacher's oral instruction and workbook pages (various publishers)
- Special Classes: art, music, computer, PE and library time