Grade 1

Civics and government are all around you, even in Grade 1! 🏫 Every day, you follow rules at home, at school, and in your community. You might not realize it, but you're already practicing being a good citizen! 🇺🇸 In this study material, you'll discover why we have rules and laws, what it means to be a responsible citizen, and how our government works. You'll learn about important symbols like the American flag 🇺🇸 and special people who helped make our country great. You'll also explore how decisions are made fairly and why everyone's voice matters in our democracy. By the end of this journey, you'll understand how you can be a great citizen in your school, your community, and your country. You'll know how to show respect for others, follow rules, and even help make your school and neighborhood better places for everyone! 🌟

Reading is like unlocking a treasure chest full of exciting stories and fascinating facts! 📚 In first grade, you'll become a reading detective, learning to discover the important parts of stories and understand what authors want to tell you. You'll meet interesting characters 👫, explore different places through books 🏞️, and learn how pictures and words work together to help you understand what you're reading. This year, you'll learn to identify the main parts of stories like who the characters are, where stories take place, and what happens from beginning to end. You'll also become great at reading both storybooks and books that teach you about real things in the world 🌍. By the end of first grade, you'll be able to retell stories in your own words and compare different books about the same topic. Reading opens up a whole world of adventure and learning that will help you in school and in life. Every book you read makes you a stronger reader and helps you learn new things about the world around you! 🌟

Consumer health means learning how to stay safe and make good choices about things we use every day! 🏠 As first graders, you'll discover how to recognize warning signs that keep you safe, learn about healthy choices versus unhealthy ones, and understand when to ask trusted adults for help. This is all about becoming smart consumers who can protect ourselves and make decisions that keep our bodies healthy and strong! 💪 You'll learn to read important safety symbols, understand why some choices are better for your health than others, and know exactly who to talk to when you need help. These skills will help you stay safe at home, at school, and in your community! 🌟