1st Class Lesson Plans
All subjects available for this grade level.
Aligned to NCCA Curriculum Specifications
6 subjects · 30 units · 91 topics
Ages 6-7
Foundations of Literacy and Expression
This course develops foundational literacy skills through immersive engagement with oral language, phonological awareness, and diverse text types. Students transition from emergent reading to independent decoding while building a rich vocabulary and a love for creative storytelling.
Gaeilge Bheo: Living the Language
This course focuses on developing oral proficiency and a love for the Irish language through immersive, play-based activities. Students build confidence in using Gaeilge for daily communication, storytelling, and cultural expression in a supportive 1st Class environment.
Foundations of Mathematical Thinking
This course develops first class students' fluency with numbers up to 100 while fostering spatial reasoning and data literacy. Students engage in hands-on exploration to build a deep conceptual understanding of how mathematics describes the world around them.
Active Bodies and Healthy Minds
A comprehensive physical education program for 1st Class students focusing on fundamental movement skills, social interaction, and personal wellbeing. Students develop physical literacy through structured play, creative movement, and health-related fitness activities.
Young Explorers: Investigating Our World
A hands-on introduction to scientific inquiry where students observe patterns in nature, test the properties of materials, and explore how energy moves. This course emphasizes the development of process skills through active investigation and outdoor exploration.
Creative Journeys: Exploring Art and Design
This course introduces 1st Class students to the fundamental elements of art through hands-on making and responding. Students explore diverse media including paint, clay, and textiles while developing their visual literacy and creative expression.