At this time of year the Grade 1 teachers are busy assessing the students to see if they are meeting our expectations for the end of Grade 1. Here is a review of what is expected in Mathematics and Language Arts (this was also included in the handout provided on Open House Night):
Mathematics:
Number
- Count from any number by 1, 2, 5 and 10 to 100
- Estimate and count number of objects in a group
- Order and compare numbers to 1000
- Build numbers using base 10 blocks
- Understand even and odd numbers
Computation
-Memorize addition and subtraction facts:
- +/ – 0
- + / – 1
- Doubles (1+1, 2+2, 3+3 etc)
- Combinations to 10 (1+9, 2+8, 3+7 etc.)
- Show an understanding of the fractions: halves and fourths
Measurement:
- Count money using 1, 5, 10 and 25 piece coins
- Tell time to the quarter hour (9:15, 6:45)
Data Handling
- Understand probability terms: impossible, unlikely, likely, certain
- Create and interpret graphs (bar, tally, pictographs)
Algebraic Thinking:
- State the rule and fill in missing numbers in a pattern (ie: 3, 5, 7___, 11, ___)
- Read and explain thinking to solve 2 digit addition and subtraction questions
Language Arts:
Reading:
- Read age appropriate books aloud demonstrating comprehension, accuracy and fluency
- Read sight words
- Know short vowels, consonant blends and some long vowel combinations
- Retell stories referring to setting, characters, plot, important details
- Make predictions about what they will read
Writing:
- Write independently
- Use properly formed upper and lower case letters with spaces between words
- Use capital letters at the beginning of a sentence and punctuation at the end
- Write simple stories
- Write several sentences about a topic
- Spell many sight words correctly
- Use correct phonetic spelling for short vowels, consonant blends and some long vowel combinations
- Begin to plan and edit writing
Speaking and Listening:
- Make relevant responses during discussions
- Ask thoughtful questions
- Follow oral directions
- Communicate for a variety of purposes
- Give clear instructions
- Share information with appropriate details and logical sequence
- Use a variety of sentences when speaking
Please speak to your child’s teacher if you have any questions.
Jennifer Juteau
Grade 1 Program Leader
P021
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