Independent work for grades 1-3

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  • September 27, 2014 at 2:02 pm
    mrsmccardell
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    I was just looking at some sample schedules on SCM and it lists approx 30 mins of independent work. Aside from a math worksheet, what falls into this category? I need to work towards a little independence with my still-learning-to-read 6yos without frustrating him. Any input appreciated.

    September 27, 2014 at 5:07 pm
    suzukimom
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    Drawing – using something like Draw Write Now or other how to draw…

    Not sure what else to suggest….

    September 27, 2014 at 11:04 pm
    Amy
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    Handwriting. Painting, working with clay, some crafts (a loom perhaps?). Audiobooks. Nature time.

    September 28, 2014 at 12:04 am
    Monica
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    Copywork
    Math (my third grader uses Teaching Textbooks)
    making an entry in nature journal
    listen to an assigned audio book
    Geography game on http://www.sheppardsoftware.com

    September 28, 2014 at 11:07 pm
    ServingwithJoy
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    My third grader does these subjects independently:

    Math

    Language Arts

    Copy work

    Independent reading assignments

    Art assignments

    Craft projects

    Piano

    We do history, science and read aloud/literature together, as well as family memory work and Bible study.

    September 29, 2014 at 10:54 am
    5heartsathome
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    Hello mrsmccardell, 

    I just wanted to chime in on the use of the words “handwriting” and “copywork.”  I do not know where your child is on the learning curve of letter formation, but I wanted to provide a gentle reminder that these are two different things. Initial “handwriting” instruction should NOT be done independently. Invest the time to teach each stroke and letter very carefully as you sit right by their side so that foundational letter formation knowledge is correct right from the start. Go as slow as the child needs! 

    “Copywork” comes after handwriting instruction. Slowly allow the child to gain their independence as you are confident in their handwriting skill. Only assign words to copy that match their reading abilities. Just my 2 cents…..

    Lovingly, 

    Mollie

    September 29, 2014 at 11:58 am
    erin.kate
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    My 8yo, whom I call Year 2, has daily italics (5 min … I do observe each of her strokes), an MEP lesson (15 min), Bible devotions (15 min), and one indpendent reading (Burgess, Little Cousins, etc for 10 min plus 5 min narration).

    September 29, 2014 at 6:24 pm
    mama_nickles
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    My 2nd grader does daily math, copywork, Bible reading, science/history reading, piano, and a rotating writing assignment. It takes him about an hour.

    September 29, 2014 at 7:21 pm
    Tristan
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    My 1st grader does these independently:

    • Math U See (other than the one lesson day per week where I teach a new concept)

    • Copywork

    • Scripture study

    • Life of Fred

    My 3rd grader does:

    • Math U See (other than 1 day I teach the next concept)

    • Copywork and Prepared Dictation

    • Scripture study

    • Life of Fred

    • Geography notebook

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