Reading Curriculum

First Grade uses a variety of literature selections to support the reading program. Guided reading books are used for leveled reading instruction. In addition, students read supplemental materials such as The Scholastic News and weekly poetry selections. Each first grade has a well stocked classroom library for independent in-class reading (Read-To-Self and Read-To-Someone) and DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) at-home reading. Students engage in many kinds of reading during the day. Shared reading is generally taught whole class, guided reading is taught in small groups, and read to self is independent reading. Please read the entries below for more information regarding the reading and phonics instruction in first grade.