January 29, 2007
Is 1st Grade Spelling More Challenging Than It Used to Be?
When my daughter was born, I certainly wasn’t thinking about school yet. The formula and diapers kept me pretty preoccupied. Now that she’s seven years old, and in the first grade, academics are a major concern. One thing I noticed right away is that 1st grade spelling and mathematics are slightly different from what they used to be. Schools appear to be pushing our children to learn more at a younger age. The first time my daughter brought home her reading and writing homework, I was amazed at how much she would surely learn the very first year. The little books are a great start to reading well.
Comparing my experience, 1st grade spelling has hit a new level. I don’t recall dealing with so many words. My daughter is already at a level where she can read the majority of things we see when we go out in public. This is great!
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