Title I Summer Programming
Planning and Instruction First Grade
First Grade Unit 1: Animal Stories
Bears and frogs don't talk in real life. But they sometimes do in stories! How - and - why do writers create animal characters that act like people?
Included are five interactive Read-Alouds (pictured below) and corresponding teaching cards.
Each teaching card contains:
- book summary
- author note
- overview of key understandings
- suggested stopping points to elicit students' analysis
- notable text features
- support/vocabulary
- connection to book clubs
- assessment options
- scaffolding and extension opportunities
Bear Snores On ~ Karma Wilson
cooperation and teamwork; friendship; sharing; looks can be deceiving; hibernation
Bear's New Friend ~ Karma Wilso
friendship; persistence; encouragement
Julius, the Baby of the World ~ Kevin Henkes
dealing with change; sibling relationships; jealousy
Always in Trouble ~ Corinne Demas
learning to change; understanding that some things do not change
Frog and Toad are Friends ~ Arnold Lobel
friendship and companionship; encouragement; kindness; patience
Implementation Guide
Features instructional routines for each unit of study, read aloud book club strategies, and more.
First Grade Unit 2: What I Can Do
Trying something new can be hard. But it also can make you feel good. How do you know what you can do-unless you try?
Interactive Read-Alouds Pictured Below
How You Got So Smart ~ David Milgrim
being persistent; using your imagination; creative problem solving
A Birthday Basket for Tia ~ Pat Mora
thoughtfulness toward someone special; creativity in solving a problem; pride in one's accomplishment
A Color of His Own ~ Leo Lionni
looking at a problem in a new way; friendship
What Should I Make? ~ Nandini Nayar
creativity; quick thinking; pride and satisfaction in one's work
Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse ~ Kevin Henkes
Knowing appropriate behavior; the joys of a creative environment; expressing one's creativity
Sample Teacher Card
First Grade Unit 3: Strong and Healthy
Everyone wants to be healthy and strong! How do writers help you find out about healthy habits?
Interactive Read-Alouds Pictured Below
The Busy Body Book ~ Lizzy Rockwell
staying fit and healthy; understanding how different body systems work
Animal Action ABC ~ Karen Pandell
body movements; the world of animals in action; similarities between the way humans and animals move
Growing Vegetable Soup ~ Lois Ehlert
growing nutritious food; gardening; cooking
Gregory, the Terrible Eater ~ Mitchell Sharmat
making food choices; nutritious foods; trying new foods; eating enough to stay healthy
Eating the Alphabet ~ Lois Ehlert
learning about fruits and vegetables; eating foods that are good for you
Inquiring Minds Need YOU!
The Comprehension Clubs provide a convenient framework for a two week summer programming that engages students in reading, writing, and accountable talk. The passion for learning and inquisitive spirit will come from you! Be thinking of ways that you can extend learning by placing students' questions, ideas, and observations at the center of the learning experience.
The Reading Strategies Book ~ Jennifer Serravallo
No need to beg, borrow, or steal this book. There will be a copy of The Reading Strategies to use throughout summer programming. Unfortunately, these are only on-loan and will be returned to White River on June 19th. If you are not familiar with this little gem please take a moment to watch Jen Serravallo's brief overview.