Learning Objectives

• Improve sight word recognition and reading fluency.
• Strengthen phonics and spelling through practice games.
• Develop vocabulary and comprehension through short stories.
• Build writing confidence using guided prompts and word lists.

Materials Needed

• 1st Grade Jumbo Language Arts Success Workbook
• Pencils, colored markers, and a folder for completed pages
• Optional: reading timer and sticker chart for motivation

5-Day Skill Rotation Plan

1. Day 1 – Reading Focus: Read one short story aloud. Discuss key details (who, what, where, why).
2. Day 2 – Spelling Practice: Use workbook spelling lists for a mini “spelling bee” or writing race.
3. Day 3 – Vocabulary Builder: Match words to pictures or use them in silly sentences.
4. Day 4 – Writing Workshop: Write a short paragraph using 5 new words from the week.
5. Day 5 – Review Game: Play “word detectives” — students find words with specific sounds in the story pages.

Extension Ideas

• Family Connection: Have children read their favorite workbook passage to a sibling or parent.
• Art Tie-In: Illustrate a story scene and label with target vocabulary words.
• Cross-Curricular: Use workbook writing pages to record observations in a science journal.

Assessment

• End-of-week quiz using 10 words or phrases from the workbook.
• Reading fluency check: 1-minute read with accuracy tracking.
• Weekly writing sample review for sentence structure and word use.

Printable weekly schedule, tracking chart, and mini-assessment included.