First Grade Goals

Moving From an Emergent Reader to a Reader! 

We will also be working on:

Emotional and Social Development

• To help the child develop a strong sense of self

• To help the child relate to others socially, to respect their peers, and be a part of a group

• To encourage independence and the ability to think for themselves

• To promote independent work and habits and the ability to follow directions

Sensory Motor Development

• To promote growth in visual, auditory, and perception.....to sharpen the senses

Language Development

• To provide listening activities

• To provide many and varied opportunities for oral expression

Cognitive Development

• To build a strong foundation in reading 

• To build a strong foundation in mathematical concepts.

• To build a strong foundation in writing skills.