Primary School Report Card Details
Grade 1
Unit of Inquiry
Asks relevant questions
- understands the difference between a question and a statement
Participates in discussions related to topic
Begins to use a variety of informational resources
Begins to organize information
Presents information
Numeracy / Mathematics
Demonstrates number sense
- recognizes, reads, and writes numbers to 100
- uses place value, ones and tens
- understands one more, one less, and equivalencies
- uses the terms greater than, less than, and equal to accurately
- uses a number grid and a number line
- counts verbally by 1, by 2, by 5, by 10
- counts backwards from 20
Makes calculations
- knows addition facts up to 20
- uses vertical and horizontal formats for writing facts
- knows the total is the sum of the parts
- adds two 1-digit numbers
- adds a 1-digit number and a 2-digit number and two 2-digit numbers without regrouping
- subtracts two 1-digit numbers without regrouping
- subtracts a 1-digit number from a 2-digit number without regrouping
Makes and uses measurement
- understands the need for standard units of measure
- uses accurately a variety of rulers and tape measures to the nearest centimeter and inch
- orders objects using estimated and measured length
- orders objects using estimated and measured weight
- recognizes cent, nickel, dime, quarter, dollar
- recognizes and writes cent and dollar notation
- understands coin equivalencies
- counts, shows, and writes amounts of money with coins
- reads and uses a calendar
- uses ordinal numbers up to 10
- knows the difference between analog and digital clocks
- estimates time to the nearest hour
- tells time to the hour and half-hour
- reads digital format of time notation
- uses a.m. and p.m.
- uses and constructs timelines
- uses a thermometer to record temperature
Analyzes and uses spatial relationships and basic concepts of geometry
- recognizes 2-D figures - square, rectangle, quadrangle, triangle and circle
- understands symmetry
Analyzes, describes, extends and creates patterns
- creates patterns involving shapes, color, and rotation
- predicts what comes next in patterns involving shapes, color, and rotation
Works with/handles data
- uses tally counts
- identifies the highest/lowest and most/least numbers in a data set
Applies mathematical knowledge to solve problems
- understands mathematical vocabulary and symbols
- uses a variety of strategies to solve word problems
Language Arts
Listening
Listens attentively and considerately
- listens attentively to others
- listens without interrupting
- focuses on the conversation at hand
- listens for a variety of purposes
Demonstrates understanding of what is heard
- recalls a variety of literary forms and remembers some details
- responds with questions and comments
- follows two- or three-step directions
Distinguishes sounds in words
- distinguishes blending sounds
- distinguishes vowel sounds
- identifies rhyming words
Speaking
Speaks clearly and with expression
- speaks in complete sentences
- uses appropriate word order
Expresses ideas, knowledge, feelings and opinions
- expresses self clearly
- uses appropriate vocabulary
- presents information sequentially
Asks relevant questions
- understands the difference between a question and a statement
Speaks in complete sentences with appropriate word order
- speaks in complete sentences with appropriate word order
Writing
Engages in writing with a positive attitude
Is an emergent speller
- uses phonetic spelling
- accurately spells some high-frequency words
- applies spelling patterns
Forms legible letters using a consistent style
- holds pencil correctly
- uses lines as guide
- letters are consistently in style
Writes in complete sentences
- uses upper and lower case letters appropriately
- uses end punctuation
- spaces words
- writes using complete sentences
- edits his/her own work
Writes for a variety of purposes
- writes simple stories with a beginning, middle and end
- writes simple narratives, journals, reports and retells
- organizes ideas
- uses good word choice
Writes simple narratives, journals, reports and recounts
- writes several sentences on a given topic
Reading
Engages with printed material
- participates in daily reading for instructional and independent purposes
- reads for sustained periods (10 minutes)
Uses a variety of reading strategies to decode text
- uses context, pictures, phonic clues and word patterns
Understands letter symbols and their sounds
- knows letters of the alphabet
- knows sounds of letters
Reads familiar and unfamiliar text with increasing confidence, speed and expression
- reads aloud with appropriate speed and expression
Uses different types of text and resources
- recognizes fiction, non-fiction and dictionary
- alphabetizes by first letter
- locates author and illustrator
- locates table of contents
Responds appropriately to a variety of texts
- extracts information from charts, diagrams and graphs
- recognizes that a story has a beginning, middle and end
- recalls plot and characters of a story
- connects stories to own life
Work Habits and Social Development
Assumes Individual Responsibility
- follows directions and works independently
- works cooperatively in groups where appropriate
- handles transitions effectively and demonstrates self-direction
Organizes and Manages Time
- organizes property and materials appropriately
- completes classroom assignments in a timely manner
- completes homework on time reflecting classroom expectations
- arrives to school on time
Contributes to the Classroom and School community
- respects the views, values and traditions of all individuals and cultures
- interacts in a courteous and respectful manner towards others
- follows classroom and school rules and routines
Demonstrates Initiative and Purposeful Effort
- produces work that reflects best efforts
- participates actively in discussions and activities
- uses target language to the best of his/her ability
Art
Uses art materials appropriately and respectfully.
Uses the creative process to express him/herself.
Shows respect and appreciation of own and others' work.
Comprehends basic art elements.
Applies learned concepts to studio projects.
Identifies key art elements in various works of art.
Actively participates in critical analysis of various works of art in class discussions.
Applies process of critical analysis to personal work.
Uses art vocabulary appropriately.
Music
Sings with the class or solo
Listens and recognizes targeted characteristics in music
Plays rhythm instruments to accompany singing
Reads notation at expected level
Writes notation at expected level
Moves with expression and in choreographed dances
Acquires knowledge of music terminology and history
Physical Education
Demonstrates relevant aspects of the learner profile and attitudes.
- respects the instructions, others, the materials and the rules
- is creative and shows original ideas
- shows enthusiasm and focus on the task at hand
- cooperates with a partner or group
- reflects on own performance and performance of others
- demonstrates good listening skills
- demonstrates curiosity in learning
- starts to develop confidence
Applies rules of games and activities consistently and fairly (term 1 only)
Recognizes different types of games and what they have in common (term 1 only)
Creates his/her own simple games and teaches them to a partner or small group (term 1 only)
Performs a range of gymnastics movements with control and coordination (terms 2 and 3)
Experiments and develops a range of dancing movements to express feelings (term 2 only)
Performs basic skills of rolling, throwing, catching and striking and applies these skills in a variety of simple games using basic tactics (terms 1 and 2)
Sends and receives different objects with control, adapting these skills to suit different situations in a variety of invasion games (terms 2 and 3)