1st Grade
ELA
- I can use phonics and word skills to help me read words.
- I can spell words correctly and use sounds to spell tricky words.
- I can read beginner books with accuracy and understanding.
- I can ask and answer questions about important parts of a story.
- I can describe characters, settings, and important events in a story.
- I can write to share my opinion, information, or a story.
- I can organize my writing and use strong word choices.
- I can use technology, with help, to share my writing.
- I can talk with others about topics and stories in groups.
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I can figure out what unknown and multiple-meaning words mean.
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I can learn new words on my own and with others.
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I can use correct grammar when I write or speak.
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I can use capitals, punctuation, and spelling correctly when I write.
Math
- I can solve addition and subtraction word problems within 20.
- I can solve problems by adding three numbers with a total of 20 or less.
- I can use rules about numbers to help me add and subtract.
- I can solve subtraction by figuring out what number is missing.
- I can use counting and quick recognition to help me add and subtract.
- I can use different strategies to add and subtract within 20.
- I can tell if an equation is true or false by checking both sides.
- I can count to 120, starting at any number below 120.
- I can show that two-digit numbers are made of tens and ones.
- I can compare two two-digit numbers using tens and ones.
- I can add numbers within 100 by adding tens and ones.
- I can find 10 more or 10 less than a number in my head.
- I can subtract tens from tens up to 90.
- I can put three objects in order by length and compare them.
- I can measure an object with units and tell its length.
Science
- I can create an experiment to show how vibrations make sound.
- I can show how some objects can only be seen if a light shines on them.
- I can research what happens to a light beam when I shine it on different materials.
- I can build a sound or light device that sends messages.
- I can design a useful product that mimics plant or animal parts.
- I can research and present how baby animals communicate what they need to their parents.
- I can show how young animals and plants are similar to their parents.
- I can use observations of the sun, moon, and stars to describe their patterns.
- I can observe how the amount of daylight changes with each season.
Social Studies
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of economics, using reliable resources and reasoning.
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of geography, using reliable resources and reasoning.
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of civics, using reliable resources and reasoning.
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of historical events and figures, using reliable resources and reasoning.
SEL
- I can contribute responsibly in partner and group settings.
- I can respect and considers different opinions and ideas.
- I can actively listen to others.
- I can show consideration for the rights and feelings of others (empathy).
- I can use kind words and actions.
- I can use strategies to manage emotions.
- I can practice self-control.
- I can follow rules and expectations.
- I can stay focused and manage my time wisely.
- I can complete tasks with care.
- I can continue to try when faced with a challenge; does not give up easily.
- I can try a variety of approaches or strategies to solve problems.