Qualities of a Strong, Successful Beginning First Grader



Qualities of a Strong, Successful Beginning First Grader

A. ATTENTION SPAN:

• From 30 to 45 minutes

• Seated properly with good eye contact

• Good listening skills

• Participates appropriately

B. ORAL LANGUAGE:

• Able to express thoughts clearly

• Speaks in complete sentences

C. FINE MOTOR CONTRAL:

• Two finger pencil grasp

• Fingers do not tire easily

• Uses scissors properly

D. INDEPENDENT WORKER:

• Able to follow 3 to 5 verbal instruction

• Manages time wisely (Completes task in time given)

E. SOCIAL BEHAVIOR:

• Able to manage conflicts properly

• Shows respect towards others

• Willingness to share

• Takes turns

F. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY- SCHOOL:

• Able to store all supplies in an easily accessible manner

• Responsible to get papers back and forth to school/home (e.g. Notes, homework, etc.)

• Responsible to complete and hand in assignments without constant reminding

• Remembers and is responsible to bring or purchase lunch

• Takes bathroom breaks at the appropriate times

G. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILTY- HOME:

• Dresses self (e.g. Tying shoes, zipping zippers, etc.)

• Responsible for toys and personal items (e.g. cleaning up, storing, etc.)

H. ACADEMICS:

• Has mastered all uppercase and lowercase letters

• Has mastered all 26 sounds plus the sounds made by ch, sh and th.

• Writes using capitals, periods, some sight words and phonetically spelled words

• Knows 50 sight words

• Has number recognition to at least 30

• Counts to 100 and beyond

• Can print name correctly

• Can print numbers and letters on the lines

• Is reading at a Running Record level 4

Parents,

As you can see, mastery of kindergarten academic skills is a part of first grade readiness. However, there are many equally important behavioral skills that will play a major role in determining your child’s success in first grade.

If you have any questions regarding your child’s readiness for first grade, please speak to your child’s teacher. Our goal is for every child to be placed in a position to succeed to their fullest potential.

Thank you!

The Kindergarten and First Grade Teachers

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