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May / June 2019
Academic Standards
Reading Objective:
Children will learn about lifeguards’ duties and the importance of their jobs. They will also engage with the community by writing thank-you cards to lifeguards.
Common Core Standards:
L.1.4 Word meanings; RI.1.1 Key details; RI.1.2 Main idea; RF.1.2a Long/short vowels; RI.1.10 Read and discuss first-grade texts; W.1.7 Participate in shared writing projects
Health and Safety Focus:
Water safety
Social-Emotional Learning Focus:
Community engagement (Lifeguard thank-you postcards)