1st Grade English Language Arts Homeschool Curricula (by date, oldest first)

These keyword letter cards will help your students remember their sounds! When you add pictures and keywords research has shown it helps in the retention and retrieval of information.

Included:

• Mnemonic keywords
• All 26 letters of the alphabet
• Long Vowels
• Digraphs; th (voiced and unvoiced), ch, sh, ck, ph, wh

If you are anything like me you hate using physical cards because you lose them, or just simply set them down and forget where you set them. I create slides for each day of instruction. This helps to create seamless transitions from each subject.

I love having these sound cards in my Powerpoint because I can add or delete sounds throughout the year and shuffle them around so the kids don't memorize the order!

Included:

All 26 letters

Digraphs: ph, sh, wh, ch, ck, th (voiced and unvoiced)

Long vowels (silent e)

Word Families; all, am, an, ang, ing, ong, ung, ank, ink, onk, unk

R-controlled vowels: ar, or, er, ir, ur

Vowel Teams: ai, ay, ee, ea, ey, oa, ow, ue, oe

Diphthongs: oi, oy, ow, ou, ou, ue, ew, au, aw, oo, oo

These keyword letter cards will help your students remember their sounds! When you add pictures and keywords research has shown it helps in the retention and retrieval of information.

Included:

• Mnemonic keywords
• All 26 letters of the alphabet
• Long Vowels
• Digraphs; th (voiced and unvoiced), ch, sh, ck, ph, wh
• Vowel Teams: ai, ay, ee, ea, ey, oi, oy, oa, oe, ow, ou, ue, ew, au, aw, oo
• Word Families: all, am, an, ang, ing, ong, ung, ank, ink, onk, unk
• R-Controlled Vowels: ar, or, er, ir, ur

I always have my kids create actions that go with the pictures. This allows them to be active while doing letter sounds! Research shows that adding movement to learning can also help in the retrieval and retention of information.

Elevate your Christian or Catholic classroom decor with the "Editable Life of Jesus Timeline: Bible Events and Verses for Primary Christian Decor." Available in both PowerPoint and PDF formats, this timeline offers two size options for versatility: standard 8.5x11 inches and pocket-sized 3x4 inches. The timeline, fully editable in PowerPoint, visually illustrates key events in Jesus' life, paired with simplified Bible verses, making it a perfect educational tool that enriches your classroom while reinforcing biblical teachings.

Why Choose the Life of Jesus Timeline?

• Educationally Rich Content: Tailored to the Ontario curriculum and suitable for Christian schools, this timeline integrates seamlessly into your religious education syllabus, supporting scriptural literacy and ethical lessons inspired by Jesus' life.
• Engaging Visuals: Bright, age-appropriate illustrations captivate students' attention, making the learning process enjoyable and memorable. Each image is thoughtfully selected to represent the significance of events in an accessible way for second graders.
• Simplified Scripture Verses: Accompanying each event, carefully chosen verses from the Bible are paraphrased for young readers, making it easier for them to grasp and retain the profound lessons of Jesus' life.
• Interactive Learning Experience: This timeline not only serves as a visual aid but also encourages interactive classroom discussions and personal reflections, fostering a deeper connection with the material.
• Versatile Classroom Use: Perfect for wall display, lesson introductions, or as a reference during Bible studies, our timeline is a versatile tool that enhances any Christian education program.

Transform your Christian classroom learning space into a place of faith and Christian learning with our meticulously curated Christian Classroom Decor Bundle, with serene boho colours. Designed specifically for Christian teachers who wish to inspire their students both academically and spiritually, this growing bundle is the perfect addition to your educational toolkit.

Why Choose Our Bundle?

• Growing Collection: Purchase once and enjoy access to an ever-expanding library of resources. As our bundle grows, so does your arsenal of classroom decor and tools at no extra cost to you.
• Harmonious Design: This collection's pieces are unified by calming boho colours and design elements, creating a cohesive and tranquil classroom atmosphere.
• Easy to Use: Resources come in a mix of print-ready and editable formats, ensuring you can personalize your decor while saving time and effort.
• Faith-Centered Education: Our bundle is crafted with Christian teachers in mind, allowing you to seamlessly integrate faith into every aspect of your classroom.

Ideal for educators in Christian schools or anyone looking to infuse their teaching environment with faith and style, our Christian Classroom Decor Bundle in Boho Colors is more than just decoration—it's a tool for nurturing hearts and minds.

Embark on this journey with us to create a classroom that not only brightens spaces but also hearts. Empower your teaching and witness your students' faith flourish.

Dive into the joy and meaning of Easter with our comprehensive "Christian Easter Celebration Bible Bundle: GROWING Christian Easter Activities," meticulously crafted for elementary students. This vibrant collection combines creativity, tradition, and learning, offering a multi-dimensional approach to teaching about Easter. Whether you're guiding students through the significance of Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday or exploring Easter traditions around the world, this bundle has everything you need to make the season come alive in your classroom.

Key Features:

• Aligned with the Ontario Curriculum: This bundle is tailored to meet the standards and expectations of the Ontario Curriculum, ensuring that it fits seamlessly into your lesson planning.
• Christian School-Friendly: Designed with Christian schools in mind, this bundle respects and emphasizes the religious significance of Easter, making it a perfect fit for your classroom.
• Interactive and Engaging: With a mix of crafts, playacting, and visual learning, this bundle is designed to keep students engaged and excited about learning.
• Educational Value: Beyond the festivities, this bundle offers deep educational value, enhancing students' reading comprehension, historical understanding, and cultural awareness.

Transform your Easter teaching with our "Easter Celebration Bundle," where fun meets faith and learning.

Engage your students this Easter season with an exciting and educational word search activity! This Easter Word Search is perfect for classrooms, homeschooling, or just as a fun holiday activity at home. Designed with vibrant Easter-themed graphics, this printable puzzle is sure to captivate children's attention while reinforcing their vocabulary and spelling skills.

Features:

• Educational Fun: Keep your students entertained while they learn! This Easter Word Search is an enjoyable way for children to expand their vocabulary and improve their spelling.
• Easter-Themed Graphics: Delightful Easter-themed illustrations adorn this word search, adding to the festive atmosphere and making it visually appealing for kids.
• Variety of Difficulty Levels: Whether you're working with younger children or older students, this word search offers varying difficulty levels to suit different age groups and abilities.
• Printable Format: Easily print out multiple copies of this word search for your classroom or home use. It's a convenient and cost-effective activity that requires no prep work!
• Ideal for Easter Celebrations: Enhance your Easter festivities with this entertaining and educational word search. It's perfect for Easter parties, classroom activities, or as a fun holiday challenge for kids.

Engage your students in the Easter spirit while they develop their language skills with this engaging word search activity! Download now and make learning fun this Easter season!

Spring Word Search Puzzles for Grades 3-6

Hello, amazing teachers! Ready to bring a burst of springtime fun into your vocabulary lessons? Our Spring Word Search Puzzles are perfect for your 3rd to 6th graders to explore and learn spring-related vocabulary in an engaging and interactive way!

What’s Inside:

• Spring Word Search Puzzles: Enjoy 6 vibrant puzzles that introduce students to essential spring vocabulary. These word searches make learning about the season both educational and enjoyable.
• Helpful Hints: Includes 2 hints to assist students in solving the puzzles, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable experience.

Details:

• Number of Worksheets: 8
• Format: PDF

These word search puzzles are a fantastic way to add some seasonal excitement to your classroom while reinforcing vocabulary skills.

Note: Our Spring Word Search Puzzles are a delightful addition to your vocabulary curriculum, blending learning with the fun of springtime. Grab your pack today and let your students enjoy a fresh and interactive approach to their vocabulary lessons!

Engage your students in critical thinking and language comprehension with this True and False English Worksheet! Designed for educators teaching English language arts or ESL/EFL, this printable worksheet is perfect for reinforcing reading comprehension skills while also challenging students to discern between true and false statements.

This worksheet features a variety of passages, excerpts, or sentences related to a chosen topic or theme. Students are tasked with reading each statement carefully and determining whether it is true or false based on the information provided in the passage.

Make spelling tests FUN with seasonal spelling test papers! Use these spelling test templates for practice, testing, and writing assignments. With a variety of themes and line numbers, you will find everything you need in this seasonal writing paper resource!

Seasonal Spelling Test Templates Includes 132 Seasonal Spelling Test Papers

• Papers Numbered to 8**
• Papers Numbered to 10** 
• Papers Numbered to 12**
• Papers Numbered to 15
• Papers Numbered to 15 (with two numbered Bonus Word Spaces)
• Papers Numbered to 17
• Papers Numbered to 20
• Dictation Pages
• Blank Pages

**Pages also include space for writing sentences at the bottom of each. 

Seasonal Spelling Test Templates Includes The Following Themes: 

• Back to School 
• Pumpkins/Halloween
• Thanksgiving 
• Christmas
• Winter
• Valentine’s Day 
• St. Patrick’s Day 
• Spring 
• Other Fun Bonuses 

These can be used for spelling tests as well as a variety of other activities! 

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⭐ There are many options included with this pack! We have ten spelling words and two challenge words so the 12 word list was perfect for me. I liked that handwriting lines were included for my first graders! There were so many cute themes to choose from! 

⭐ This is a perfect resource for my students and myself. The spacing and various versions are perfect. This helps me weekly, thank you.

⭐ This resource is great, especially with so many choices on format. I love that I can have my spelling and sentences on one paper. The students love the different decorations for each season/holiday.

More Fun and Engaging Resources from Dovie Funk:

• Seasonal Notebook Paper
• Fall Writing Paper Craft Templates
• Holiday Writing Paper Templates

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Teach young learners all about the birth of baby Jesus with this fun and engaging Christmas Story Bible Lesson. These Nativity Bible Activities are perfect for Children’s Church or Sunday School. Included in this lesson, you will find a printable booklet featuring the story of the birth of baby Jesus along with a variety of NO-PREP, bible activities geared towards kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade students. These Nativity Children’s Church activities will excite your group about learning the story of the birth of baby Jesus!

The Christmas Story Birth of Jesus Bible Lesson & Nativity Church Activities Pack Includes: 

• 7- Page Printable Booklet about the Birth of Jesus (3 versions- full page black & white, full page color, half page black and white)
• Word Search
• Comic Page for Retelling
• Color By Number Page
• Crack the Code Page
• 2 Mazes (easy and harder option)

These are great NO PREP activities for your Sunday School or Children's Church lesson to teach the Christmas Story of the Birth of Jesus! 

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⭐ Love this resource!  I work at private school and this was so easy to help teach the true meaning of Christmas with my students!

⭐ Great resource to use for my Sunday School classroom!

⭐ Great resource to use during our family church services. 

More Fun and Engaging Resources from Dovie Funk:

• Bible Stories Bundle Booklets and Activities for Sunday School
• Birth of Baby Jesus Lapbook Storyboard Activity
• Noah’s Ark Bible Lesson & Activities for Sunday School

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Are you searching for some fun and engaging NO PREP ACTIVITIES to reinforce contractions? You came to the right place! This resource includes an Easter Egg Contraction Puzzles Center and 4 engaging worksheets. PERFECT FOR MORNING WORK or FAST FINISHERS!

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Alphabet Fun is a great resource for teaching letter recognition and sounds. The booklet includes two pages for each alphabet letter, one review page for every two letters and a "watch" for children to wear home encouraging their families to ask about the letter sound they mastered that day. There are over 90 reproducibles included!

UPDATE: I have added in capital and lower case flash cards (with and without picture clues) that can be printed on card stock or laminated for durability.

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Make spelling tests FUN with seasonal spelling test papers! Use these spelling test templates for practice, testing, and list writing exercises. With a variety of themes and line numbers, you will find everything you need in this seasonal resource!

Seasonal Spelling Test Templates Includes 110 Seasonal Spelling Test Papers

• Papers Numbered to 8
• Papers Numbered to 10
• Papers Numbered to 12
• Papers Numbered to 15
• Papers Numbered to 20

Seasonal Spelling Test Templates Includes The Following Themes: 

• Back to School 
• Pumpkins/Halloween
• Thanksgiving 
• Christmas
• Winter
• Valentine’s Day 
• St. Patrick’s Day 
• Spring 
• Other Fun Bonuses 

NOTE: These spelling templates are not editable.

More Fun and Engaging Resources from Dovie Funk:

• Seasonal Notebook Paper
• Fall Writing Paper Craft Templates
• Holiday Writing Paper Templates

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BINGO is a great way to reinforce learning and kids LOVE playing Bingo! This set is Christmas Contraction Bingo and has 30 different cards. I have also made tokens to cover spaces. For those without access to a color printer I have made a black and white version as well. You can print on card stock or laminate for durability.

Check out my other Christmas resources!

Christmas Around the World Booklet

Christmas Story Elements Book Reports

Christmas Solve and Color with a Twist

Christmas Morning Work Worksheets

Christmas Color by Sight Word Worksheets

The Christmas Story - The Birth of Baby Jesus

Christmas Emergent Reader - "Can You See My Elf?"

Birth of Baby Jesus Lapbook Storyboard Activity

Gingerbread an Lapbook Storyboard Activity

Elf Bucks Behavior Incentives

Christmas Contraction BINGO Game

Christmas Sight Word BINGO Game

Christmas Math Centers and Games

Gingerbread Man Math and Language Worksheets

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This is a seven-page booklet (6 pages plus a cover) about Martin Luther King, Jr. that will be a great addition to your study on MLK. It is ideal for young readers because there are only one or two sentences on each page. The booklet comes in two sizes: half pages (to save on copies) or a full size page booklet for easier coloring. There is also a color version that can be used as display posters. I have also included a review sheet with five fill in the blank questions (optional).

Click these links to see each resource individually:

Martin Luther King, Jr. Emergent Reader

Rosa Parks Emergent Reader

George Washington Carver Emergent Reader

Barack Obama Emergent Reader

Harriet Tubman Emergent Reader

Frederick Douglass Emergent Reader

Ruby Bridges Emergent Reader

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BINGO is a great way to reinforce learning and kids LOVE playing Bingo! This is a set of Fall CVC Bingo and has 30 different cards. I have also made tokens to cover spaces.

Here are some more Thanksgiving related resources you may want to see!

Color by CVC Word Families and Word Searches

Thanksgiving Build a Turkey Game

Thanksgiving Color by Sight Word

Fall Story Elements - Scarecrow and Turkey Book Reports

First Thanksgiving Emergent Reader - Old Friends and New Friends

Thanksgiving Turkey Solve and Color

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Included in this resource are 88 seasonal Spelling Test Papers that are numbered to 8, 10, 12, 15, 18, 20 and 24. I have also included a set of blank notebook pages with the seasonal illustrations. There are pages for Back to School, Pumpkins (for Halloween), Thanksgiving, Christmas, Winter, Valentines Day, St. Patrick's Day, Spring and just fun stuff! I designed them to be used for my spelling tests but they can also be used for many other assignments.

PLEASE NOTE: This resource is NOT editable.

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Included in this resource are FALL Writing Templates. There are SIX paper toppers: scarecrow, pumpkin, turkey, fox, owl and sunflower. There are also EIGHT paper choices: lined, lined with picture space, and landscape lined with/without picture space. They make a great wall or hall display!

PLEASE NOTE: Writing prompts are not included.

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This is a great monthly calendar activity resource. Your students willl use your classroom calendar to fill in the dates and special events on the calendar.(birthdays, holidays, testing dates, etc.). Then they color the doodle borders to make it their own! Great for all ages!

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