Category 1st Grade

First graders are learning to play the pentatonic flute.  As dexterity and finger awareness increase in the first grade, we change to the pentatonic flute from the single interval flute.  Now there is far more for the fingers to do,…

First grade completed its four processes block but will not forget to check in with Farmer Plus, Mr. Minus, Tammy Times, and Diane Divide. We are now in a form drawing and nature block which is explored through firm painting,…

The first graders enjoyed a winter walk through Lakewood Forest Preserve.

The construction of Numberland in the first grade classroom.

Secondary color painting exercise bring six colors together.  

First grade is continuing its work with the four processes. Beeswax modeling of Farmer Plus and Mr. Minus allow for another medium to explore the character of the processes.

Math games with counting, moving, and estimating are used to strengthen skills.

First grade is beginning work with the four processes. The first one they have met is Farmer Plus.