Our first grade classroom is THE place to be! We have so much fun learning, growing, and being together every day. Hands-on learning is center stage, and it shows in the students' growth throughout the year.
A key aspect of all primary grades, but especially first grade is becoming a reader.
Quality phonics instruction is imperative to their success. Making the phonics instruction hands-on makes it much more enjoyable and engaging for students.
These paint trays will double as a decoding station for our small group time. They can be adapted for many types of words and will be used at all skill levels.
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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