Get Ready for School: First Grade (Revised and Updated)
SKU
013734
ISBN
9780762488667
Grade 1
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Introduce and reinforce 1st grade skills with
this super-fun & colorful workbook! Over 300 pages are packed with
pictures, games, and activities – divided into 9 sections: Alphabet; Spelling,
Writing, and Reading; Numbers; Adding & Subtracting; Comparisons; Time
& Money; Shapes & Colors; Science & Nature; and Me & My World. Answer
Key and certificate of completion in the back. 320 pages, spiral-bound,
hardcover.
Publisher's Description of Get Ready for School: First Grade (Revised and Updated)
Help the young student in your life prepare for first grade with this
friendly, colorful activity book that introduces and reinforces basic
skills through entertaining puzzles, quizzes, mazes, and
more. Time-tested and teacher-approved, Get Ready for School: First Grade will help your child develop a love for learning while enhancing their essential motor and problem-solving skills. Get Ready for School: First Grade offers a wide variety of curriculum-based topics that will help your child:
Spell more difficult words by teaching familiarity with vowels, consonants, word families, and suffixes
Recognize different types of words like nouns, proper nouns, and action words
Master addition and subtraction
Understand scientific concepts such as weather, life cycles, and the senses
Learn to tell time and to recognize and count money
Colorful workbook pages combine a sense of fun with a feeling of
accomplishment, and parents will love that this binder reflects current
academic standards and aligns with the Common Core. Whether it’s used
during summer break, for extra practice during the school year, or for
at home schooling, Get Ready for School: First Grade is the perfect study aid for every young learner.
Not your average workbooks! These
spiral-bound hardcover books feature over 300 perforated pages filled with
colorful characters, cute illustrations, and skill-building activities that
introduce and reinforce concepts for the grade level listed on each title.
Based on standards, each book includes color-coded sections that progress in
difficulty, making it easy to follow and use at home. Activities build
confidence across language arts, math, science, and social studies. A
reduced-page Answer Key and a “Great Job!” certificate are included in
the back. Also perfect for a summer refresh or for extra practice throughout
the year!