Learning Activities Kindergarten and 1st Grade Suggested Learning Activities for Kindergarten and 1 st Grade students during the COVID-19 school closure. Seattle Public Schools is committed to making its online information accessible and usable to all people, regardless of ability or technology. Meeting web accessibility guidelines and standards is an ongoing process that we are consistently working to improve. While Seattle Public Schools endeavors to only post documents optimized for accessibility, due to the nature and complexity of some documents, an accessible version of the document may not be available. In these limited circumstances, the District will provide equally effective alternate access. Due to the COVID-19 closure, teachers were asked to provide packets of home activities. This is not intended to take the place of regular classroom instruction but will help supplement student learning and provide opportunities for student learning while they are absent from school. Assignments are not required or graded. Because of the unprecedented nature of this health crisis and the District’s swift closure, some home activities may not be accessible. If you have difficulty accessing the material or have any questions, please contact your student’s teacher.
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Learning Activities Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Suggested Learning Activities for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students during the COVID-19 school closure.
Seattle Public Schools is committed to making its online information accessible and usable to all people, regardless of ability or technology. Meeting web accessibility guidelines and standards is an ongoing process that we are consistently working to improve.
While Seattle Public Schools endeavors to only post documents optimized for accessibility, due to the nature and complexity of some documents, an accessible version of the document may not be available. In these limited circumstances, the District will provide equally effective alternate access.
Due to the COVID-19 closure, teachers were asked to provide packets of home activities. This is not intended to take the place of regular classroom instruction but will help supplement student learning and provide opportunities for student learning while they are absent from school. Assignments are not required or graded. Because of the unprecedented nature of this health crisis and the District’s swift closure, some home activities may not be accessible.
If you have difficulty accessing the material or have any questions, please contact your student’s teacher.
• Mawjadaha aad ka heli karto telefishanka dugsiyada dadwaynaha Seattle waa: Comcast 26 iyo 319, Wave 26 iyo 695, Century Link 8008 iyo 8508.
• Los canales SPS-TV en la ciudad de Seattle son: Comcast 26 y 319, Wave 26 y 695, Century Link 8008 y 8508.
• SPS-TV Channels trong thành phố Seattle: Comcast 26 và 319, Wave 26 và 695, Century Link 8008 và 8508
[English] Dear Students and Families:
In the following learning activities, you will find materials to practice skills from English Language Arts, Math, Arts and Physical Education for grade levels K and 1. The activities in this week’s learning packet are aligned to grade-level content and broadcasted educational programming on SPS TV, social media, and our website. These materials serve as supplemental and extensions to your child’s learning and do not replace classroom instruction. They are not required nor will be graded, and students should go through each page at their own pace. Please note that based on staff availability and health, broadcast schedule is subject to change.
Casharadan soo socda waxaad ka helidoontaa layliyo aad ka barato xirfado kale duwan sida luqada ingiriisiga, xisaabta, sayniska, farshaxanta iyo jimicsiga oo loogu talogalay ardayda dhigata fasalada K iyo 1ad. Casharada todobaadkani waxay la xidhiidhaan barnaamijka waxbarashada ee laga sii daayo telefishanka dusgiyada dadwaynaha Seattle, baraha bulshada iyo shebekada internet. Casharadan dheeraadka ahi waxay xoojinayaan waxbarashada ilmahaaga ee laguma badalayo waxbarashadii fasalka. Qasab maaha, buundana laguma helayo, ardaydu waa in ay bog kasta ka shaqeeyaan intii karaankooda ah. Fadlan ogow in baahinta barnaamijyadani ay wax iska bedeli karaan oo ay ku xidhan tahay sida shaqaale loo helo iyo caafimaadka.
[Spanish] Estimados Estudiantes y Familias:
En las siguientes actividades de aprendizaje, encontrará materiales para practicar destrezas de arte del lenguaje Ingles, matemáticas, ciencias, artes y educación física para los niveles de grado K y 1. Las actividades en el paquete de aprendizaje de esta semana están alineadas con el contenido de nivel de grado y la programación educativa transmitida en SPS TV, redes sociales y nuestro sitio web. Estos materiales sirven como suplementos y extensiones al aprendizaje de su hijo y no reemplazan la instrucción en el aula. No son obligatorios ni serán calificados, y los estudiantes deben revisar cada página a su propio ritmo. Tenga en cuenta que, según la disponibilidad y el estado del personal, el horario de transmisión está sujeto a cambios.
[Vietnamese] Gửi các em học sinh và các quý phụ huynh thân mến:
Trong các hoạt động học tập sau đây, quý vị sẽ tìm thấy các tài liệu để rèn luyện các kỹ năng từ Ngữ Văn, Toán, Khoa Học, Nghệ thuật, và Thể dục cho các cấp lớp K và 1. Tập hoạt động học tập trong tuần này được quy theo với nội dung cấp lớp và chương trình giáo dục phát trên SPS TV, kênh truyền thông xã hội và trang web của chúng tôi. Những tài liệu này đóng vai trò bổ sung và phát huy việc học tập của con em quý vị, nhưng không thay thế cho việc giảng dạy tại lớp học. Các hoạt động này sẽ không có chấm điểm và cũng không cho điểm, và học sinh nên làm từng hoạt động theo trình độ của riêng mình. Xin lưu ý lịch phát sóng có thể thay đổi dựa trên sức khỏe và sự sẵn sàng của nhân viên.
Learning at Home Grades K-2 – Tech Free Week of June 8
Use this activity log to track your physical activity minutes.
Day Activity 1 Activity 2 Activity 3 Total
Active Outside 30 Mins
Walk with Family 15 Mins
DEAM Calendar Choice
15 minutes 60 minutes
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Done Day DEAM Activity
6/8 It’s National Gardening Week. Plant something!
6/9 Do as many trunk-lifts as you can.
6/10 Use sidewalk chalk to make a 2-square game and challenge a friend.
6/11 Do push-up shoulder taps while someone calls out words for you to spell.
6/12 Take a walk.
6/13 June is Dairy Month. Enjoy a serving of dairy (or dairy alternative).
6/14 Pick 5 different muscles to stretch. Hold each stretch for 20 seconds.
Purpose: This calendar encourages families to become more physically active and to take steps toward a healthier lifestyle. Each day, students are asked to complete a different activity with a family member (or with adult supervision).
Directions: After a student completes a day’s activity, adults make a check mark and initial in the space provided. Each week, you can miss one day (activity). If this happens, put an “X” in the space provided for a check mark (do not initial).
Talking about books and sharing ideas together at home is an important part of reading for students. Below are suggestions for engaging in reading conversations with your child that will help them better understand what they read.
Adult Family Members/Guardians Ask your child:
• “What do you think about what you just read?” • “What new information did you learn?” • “What do you already know about this topic?”
For example: Before reading about polar bears you might ask, “What do you know about polar bears?”
Students • After you read, share what you learned with someone at home. • Tell someone at home what you wondered about as you read. • After you read, talk to someone at home about the important
ideas in the book. Why are those ideas important?
Reading Conversations– When talking about reading at home, use the language most comfortable for your family.
To Support Reading Comprehension - Students who have difficulty reading on their own should be encouraged to:
• Listen to books and follow along as someone else reads • Practice reading “just-right” books on their own
Kindergarten and First WritingReading Log Grade
Date Book Title
Using Text Features: Monday Kindergarten
Directions: Read or listen to a nonfiction book. As you read, think about what is surprising to you. Write and draw to tell about your thinking.
When you are done: Tell someone about your work. Talk about the questions below:
• What was the book about? • What did you like about the book?
Draw
Write I think _____ is surprising because __________.
Kindergarten Vocabulary: Monday
Directions Step 1: Read each word and its definition. Step 2: Act out each of the words. Ask someone to guess what word you are acting out. Step 3: Choose one word and think of a sentence with that word. Now, draw a picture about your sentence.
Vocabulary Word
Definition
describe When you describe something, you tell someone about it. You might tell how it looks, tastes, smells, or acts.
Can you describe what your favorite toy looks like?
pointy Something that is pointy has a sharp tip. If something is pointy, it might hurt you if you touch it.
A rose has pointy thorns on its stem.
Draw
Using Text Features: Wednesday Kindergarten
Directions: Read or listen to a nonfiction book. As you read, think about what is surprising to you. Write and draw to tell about your thinking.
When you are done: Tell someone about your work. Talk about the questions below:
• What was the book about? • What did you like about the book?
Draw
Write I think _____ is surprising because __________.
Kindergarten Vocabulary: Wednesday
Directions Step 1: Read each word and its definition. Step 2: Act out each of the words. Ask someone to guess what word you are acting out. Step 3: Choose one word and think of a sentence with that word. Now, draw a picture about your sentence.
Vocabulary Word
Definition
diet A diet is what a person or animal usually eats or drinks.
Bananas are part of my diet because I often eat them as a snack.
playful When you are feeling playful, you are happy and full of energy. You are ready to play and have fun.
Children usually feel playful at recess.
Draw
Writing About Reading: Friday Kindergarten
Directions: Write and draw to tell your opinion about the question below. Be sure to add at least one reason to your writing.
Which do you like reading better, fiction or nonfiction books? Why?
When you are done: Tell someone about your work.
Words you might use: like fiction nonfiction because reason
Directions: Write one thing you have learned and one thing you are wondering about.
I learned __________________________________________________
I wonder __________________________________________________
First Grade Vocabulary: Monday
Directions Step 1: Read each word and its definition. Step 2: Act out each of the words. Ask someone to guess what word you are acting out. Step 3: Choose one word and think of a sentence with that word. Now, draw a picture about your sentence.
Vocabulary Word
Definition
time card a card or piece of paper used to record the times a worker starts and ends the workday
bin a large container or box used for storing things
Draw
First Grade Diagram: Wednesday
Directions: Write one thing you have learned from the equipment photo diagram.
First Grade Vocabulary: Wednesday
Directions Step 1: Read each word and its definition. Step 2: Act out each of the words. Ask someone to guess what word you are acting out. Step 3: Choose one word and think of a sentence with that word. Now, draw a picture about your sentence.
Vocabulary Word
Definition
routes ways to get from one place to another
landfill place where garbage is buried
Draw
First Grade Journal Entry: Friday
Journal Entry Write a journal entry about the book you are reading. Please include:
• The title • The text features you noticed in the book
Dear Kindergarten families,
Here are some fun math activities for your child this week. They
explore the concepts place value and gaining a stronger
understanding of numbers up to 100! The Hundreds Chart is an
important math tool that can be used throughout the activities of
this week.
Please continue Counting Collections when you can with your
child, finding familiar things to count from your home. This
week’s Hundreds Chart can be used to support your child
counting larger collections – try having your child place the
objects they count on the Hundreds Chart, then practice saying
the counting words together!
Have a great week.
________
________
Monday: Hundred Chart Coloring
Materials: crayons, Hundreds Chart
1) Look at the Hundreds chart.
How many
0 digits did
you color?
How many
5 digits did
you color?
2) Color all the numbers that have a 0 digit.
3) With a different color, color all numbers with a 5 digit.
What do you notice about the colors on your Hundreds Chart?
Tuesday: What Number is Next?
Materials: Number cards, Hundreds Chart (next page)
How did you count the dots? Can you count in a different way?
Look at another picture. How many dots do you see?
How did you count the dots? Can you count in a different way?
Friday: Counting Collections!
1) Gather an interesting collection of objects to count in your
home and count them!
2) Count your collection again using the Hundreds Chart.
3) Draw a picture of your counting collection.
What did I count? __________________________
How many did I count? ______________
Draw a picture a picture of your counting collection.
Hello from the Arts!
The Visual & Performing Arts team in Seattle Public Schools has put together arts lessons to continue learning while we are away from school. This week has lessons in General Music. We have designed the lessons so they require minimal materials (things you can find at home).
We want English learners to continue to engage in the arts. The arts are a great way in which we incorporate all domains of language, reading, writing, speaking and listening. When your child has created an art project, think about ways that they can describe what they have done. Asking saying things like, “Can you tell me more?” or “Describe what you have done.” are great ways your student can use rich and descriptive language. Students could add labels to their creations. This work can all be done in your home language or English!
How much art should I do?
• To meet elementary standards in the arts, students should engage in 60 minutes per week of the arts discipline(s) taught at their school. You can always do more!
• Making art doesn’t have to happen all at once as students can create in small 10-minute sections or stay with it for as long as they like.
Why is art making important right now? • The arts are a way to express thoughts and feelings. • The arts help students say what cannot be said by showing it in different ways. • The arts are a way for students to show multiple perspectives and that all perspectives
matter. • The arts are a way for students to engage in other subjects. For example, create a play
about the immune system, draw a picture for the beginning, middle, and end of a story, or create a rhythm for how they are feeling.
Arts Videos Check out the arts videos on SPS TV Channel 26 and the SPS YouTube Channel. Search for the arts discipline and pick a video! https://www.youtube.com/c/SeattlePublicSchoolsTV
Thank you for keeping the arts as part of your child’s education while we’re on this break away from school. Explore. Engage. Have fun!
Sincerely, Gail Sehlhorst Visual & Performing Arts Program Manager
