What Your 1st Grader Needs to Know: Fundamentals of a Good First-Grade Education (Condition - GOOD)

What Your First Grader Needs to Know – A Comprehensive Guide to Early Learning

Part of the acclaimed Core Knowledge Series, What Your First Grader Needs to Know provides a detailed, well-structured overview of essential knowledge and skills for first-grade students. Developed through collaboration with educators, parents, and developmental experts, this book outlines age-appropriate academic and cultural literacy standards, helping parents and teachers guide young learners effectively.

Key Features & Core Learning Areas:

Language Arts & Literature:

• Classic Poems & Rhymes – Includes favorites like The Owl and the Pussycat, Wynken, Blynken, and Nod, and Thirty Days Hath September.
• Beloved Stories & Fables – A diverse collection featuring Hansel and Gretel, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, All Stories Are Anansi’s, and Aesop’s fables.
• Familiar Sayings & Proverbs – Introduces key moral lessons such as “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you” and “Practice makes perfect”.

History & Geography:

• World History – Take a journey down the Nile with King Tut and explore ancient civilizations.
• American History – Learn about Jamestown, the Pilgrims, and the American Revolution through engaging stories.

Visual Arts & Music:

• Full-Color Masterpieces – Features works by da Vinci, van Gogh, Cézanne, and Georgia O’Keeffe, with interactive activities to explore art and creativity.
• Introduction to Great Music – Covers classical, opera, and jazz, along with a selection of favorite children’s songs.

Mathematics:

• Hands-On Activities – Helps students count, add, subtract, solve problems, and recognize shapes and patterns.
• Telling Time & Problem-Solving – Introduces fundamental math reasoning skills.

Science & Exploration:

• Living Things & Habitats – Learn about plants, animals, and ecosystems.
• The Human Body & Matter – Covers basic anatomy, states of matter, and electricity.
• Astronomy & Earth Science – Discusses the solar system, Earth’s layers, and the contributions of scientists like Thomas Edison and Louis Pasteur.

An Essential First-Grade Learning Resource

• Encourages reading aloud and discussion to deepen understanding.
• Balances academics with creativity to make learning engaging and well-rounded.
• Provides a structured yet flexible approach for homeschooling parents, educators, and caregivers.

This comprehensive guide helps build confidence and curiosity in young learners, ensuring that first graders develop strong foundational knowledge across key academic subjects while fostering a love of learning.