We are starting our first grade homeschool here at the Wannabe Homestead and we've got a ton of new books. We're following the Classical Model of Education but you don't have to follow the Classical model to enjoy these books- they are awesome for any 1st grader! Books mentioned: The Ordinary Parent's Guide to Teaching Reading: http://amzn.to/1KukEfP First Language Lessons for the Well-Trained Mind: http://amzn.to/1Kul31O Modern Curriculum Plaid Press Phonics: http://amzn.to/1MxaeQV A Spelling Workout: http://amzn.to/1MxaS0K The Frog and Toad Collection: http://amzn.to/1WCT9df Christian Liberty Nature Reader: http://amzn.to/1Mxbzap The Odyssey: http://amzn.to/1NrOhUh The Story of the World Volume 1: http://amzn.to/1MBoMRg The Story of the World Activity Book: http://amzn.to/1MxcGXC Jan Sovak Insects Coloring Book: http://amzn.to/1Mxd8Fh DK First Animal Encyclopedia: http://amzn.to/1MxdlIw Math U See Alpha Program: http://store.mathusee.com/catalog/math-u-see/general-math/alpha.html This book is not shown in the video but I really recommend The Well Trained Mind. It is a great, thorough guide. http://amzn.to/1WCZtkJ *These are Amazon affiliate links- thank you for supporting our family! Read more about our Classical First Grade Curriculum here: http://thewannabehomesteader.com/our-classical-first-grade-curriculum/ I have a huge heart for home education and I want to know your book/curriculum recommendations! Please share them below and thank you for watching! Check out more... Blog: http://www.thewannabehomesteader.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/four.palms.homestead