1st Grade Curriculum

Search here for curricula for 1st graders.  These usually come as sets, often with materials in different formats, such as books paired with printable worksheets or DVDs. They cover subjects appropriate for first graders such as basic arithmetic and fractions, early social studies, reading, vocabulary, handwriting, and more.

What is 1st Grade Curriculum?

The first grade curriculum typically covers a wide range of topics including math, reading, writing, science, and social studies.

While the focus is on developing basic skills in each subject, first graders are also introduced to more complex concepts and ideas. In math, for example, first graders learn to count and add, but they also begin to learn about place value and basic operations.

In reading, first graders learn to read simple stories and poems, but they also begin to work on phonics and fluency. Writing skills are developed through daily journaling and simple writing assignments, while science and social studies concepts are explored through hands-on activities and class discussions.