Public learning track
Research and Inquiry: Questions, Sources, and Shared Reports
1st Grade · Ela · Open Global English
8 lessons
Goal
Conduct shared and independent inquiry by asking research questions, gathering facts from multiple media sources, and presenting synthesized findings.
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Gathering More Information Through Questions
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- 2Following a Step-by-Step Inquiry PlanPremiumNot started yet
- 3Finding Facts in Print Nonfiction BooksNot started yet
- 4Gathering Facts from Videos and Digital Read-AloudsNot started yet
- 5Recalling and Recording Personal Experiences as EvidenceNot started yet
- 6Putting Together Information From More Than One SourceNot started yet
- 7Organizing Notes into a Shared Class ReportNot started yet
- 8Sharing Research Discoveries With the ClassNot started yet
Standards Covered
- OGE.2.W.7Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 2 / Grade 1 (Age 6) · Grade 1Participate in shared and individual research inquiry by generating inquiry questions, following a structured research plan, gathering information from provided sources and experiences, and presenting findings in written or multimodal formats.
- OGE.2.W.2Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 2 / Grade 1 (Age 6) · Grade 1Write informative and explanatory texts (including factual reports, descriptions, and procedural how-to guides) in which the learner names the topic, supplies accurate facts and instructions, and provides a concluding statement.
- OGE.2.W.6Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 2 / Grade 1 (Age 6) · Grade 1Use digital and technological tools collaboratively with peers and adults to generate, format, illustrate, and publish writing.
Curriculum Framework
1st Grade · Ela · Open Global English
1
8 lessons
The Writing Process: Planning, Drafting, Revising, and Editing
Plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish written work using graphic organizers, peer feedback, and self-checks.
2
8 lessons
Opinion Writing: Stating Preferences, Giving Reasons, and Closing
Write structured opinion pieces introducing topics, stating clear preferences, providing supporting reasons, and writing satisfying conclusions.
3
8 lessons
Informative Writing: Factual Reports and Topic Descriptions
Compose factual informative texts that introduce topics, develop accurate facts and definitions, and provide closing summaries.
4
7 lessons
Procedural Writing: How-To Guides and Step-by-Step Instructions
Write clear procedural how-to texts detailing materials, sequenced steps with transition words, and tips for success.
5
8 lessons
Narrative Writing: Personal Narratives and Sequenced Stories
Write engaging personal and fictional narratives with sequenced events, dialogue, sensory details, and satisfying resolutions.
6
6 lessons
Functional Writing: Letters, Thank-You Notes, and Responses
Write functional real-world texts including friendly letters, thank-you notes, invitations, and written text responses.
7
6 lessons
Visual and Graphic Writing: Captions, Labels, and Comic Strips
Combine text and visual art to produce informative captions, detailed diagram labels, and sequential comic strip stories.
8
6 lessons
Digital Tools and Collaborative Publishing
Collaborate with peers and adults using digital typing, formatting, audio recording, and online publishing tools.
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8 lessons
Research and Inquiry: Questions, Sources, and Shared Reports
Conduct shared and independent inquiry by asking research questions, gathering facts from multiple media sources, and presenting synthesized findings.