First Grade Common Core Workbook

The 2012-2013 school year is the official implementation year of the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and Math.  According to the Common Core Mission Statement, the Common Core State Standards "provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy."  To find out more about what your child is expected to know, check out the Common Core State Standards Initiatives website. 

Our school adopted this curriculum last year in grades K-2.  One of the resources we are using to implement these changes is the First Grade Common Core Workbook.  It is an incredible compilation of the standards as well as activities that hone the first grade skills.  Having the materials at the touch of my hands is a time-saver.  I wanted to make sure you could access this resource as well so you could help your child in a manner similar to what we are doing in class.  You can download a free sample via this site.  Feel free to create the activities at home.  I especially like the cards that ask questions about literature.  One neat way to implement this at home would be to print them out and put them in a cute box or jar.  After reading a book with your child, select one (or more) card and use it to discuss the book you and your child just read.

Let me know what you like by leaving a comment.  :)