Fable Detectives Slides CKLA Review Grade 1 • Domain 1
Knowledge Quest
Case File #1
Fable Detectives
Put on your detective hats! Today we are hunting for clues to decode the secret lessons hidden inside classic fables.
Ready to crack the code?
Class Discussion
The Clue Board What makes a story a fable?
Short Stories
Fables are very short tales. They get straight to the action to share an important lesson!
Talking Animals
Characters are usually animals acting like humans. This is called personification!
A Golden Moral
Every fable has a moral—a secret lesson about how to make good choices!
Detective Check: Can you name an animal from a fable?
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Case File #101 Story Spotlight
The Boy Who Cried Wolf
A bored shepherd boy repeatedly tricks nearby villagers into thinking a wolf is attacking his flock. When a real wolf arrives, no one believes him!
Core Vocabulary:
Honest Trust Prank
Detective Discussion
Why did the villagers stop running to help the boy?
What happens to our trust when we don't tell the truth?
What is the moral of this story?
Remember: Nobody believes a liar, even when they tell the truth!
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Case File #102 Story Spotlight
The Tortoise & the Hare
A boastful, fast hare laughs at a slow-moving tortoise. The hare is so confident of winning the race that he takes a nap, allowing the slow and steady tortoise to win!
Core Vocabulary:
Boastful Steady Pace
Detective Discussion
Why did the Hare stop to take a nap during the race?
What does it mean to be slow and steady?
How can we apply this moral to our schoolwork?
Moral: Slow and steady wins the race!
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Detective Challenge Test Your Skills!
Which of these is the main goal of every fable?
A
To teach us facts about outer space.
B
To teach a moral or lesson about choices.
C
To explain how the human heart beats.
Show your detective badge if you chose option B!
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Fable Detectives Worksheet CKLA Grade 1 • Fables
Fable Detectives Case File
Name: ________________________ Date: ________________________
1 Match the Moral! (Write the letter in the box)
The Boy Who Cried Wolf Story 1
The Tortoise and the Hare Story 2
The Dog and His Reflection Story 3
A.
If you are greedy and want too much, you might lose what you already have.
B.
Nobody believes a liar, even when they are telling the truth.
C.
Slow and steady wins the race.
2 Fable Evidence Checklist (Check the fables features!)
Talking Animals
A Lesson or Moral
A very long story with chapters
Short, quick story
3 Case Sketch: Draw a scene from your favorite fable!
Write one sentence explaining the lesson of your drawing:
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Fable Detectives Exit Ticket Badge
Case Closed Check
Fable Exit Ticket
Name: ________________________ Date: ________________________
Are you ready to lock in your badge?
Answer the three secret questions below to prove your fable detective skills!
1 What kind of characters are usually in a fable?
A
Real historic presidents
B
Animals that act like people
2 What is a "moral" in a fable?
A
A map of the solar system
B
A lesson about making good choices
3 Which character represents "slow and steady" in the famous fable?
A
The Tortoise
B
The Hare
Detective Signature
I promise to always tell the truth and work slow and steady, just like our fable characters!
Sign here
Fable Detective Color me in!
CKLA Knowledge Quest • Grade 1 Exit Ticket #1
Space Explorers Slides CKLA Review Grade 1 • Domain 6
Knowledge Quest
Mission #2
Space Explorers
Prepare for liftoff! Today we launch into space to explore how the Sun, Earth, and Moon dance together in our solar system.
T-minus 5 seconds...
Cosmic Discussion
The Mission Board Meet our closest cosmic neighbors
The Sun
A giant, hot star at the center of our solar system. It gives Earth crucial light and warmth!
The Earth
Our home! A beautiful blue planet that rotates to give us day and night as we travel.
The Moon
A dusty natural satellite that orbits Earth. It reflects the Sun's light and changes shape!
Space Fact: The Sun is actually a star, not a planet!
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Cosmic Motions How does space move?
Rotation
Earth spins around like a top! This spinning motion is called rotation.
Takes 24 Hours
This gives us day and night!
Orbit
Earth travels in a giant circle around the Sun. This path is called an orbit!
Takes 365 Days
This represents 1 full year!
Can you stand up and demonstrate rotation by spinning?
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Constellations Pictures in the night sky
Connect the Dots!
A constellation is a group of stars that form an imaginary picture or outline.
People long ago looked at the stars and named these patterns after animals, heroes, and mythological objects!
The Big Dipper
Part of a larger constellation called Ursa Major (The Great Bear). It looks like a giant ladle or cup!
Ursa Major Great Bear
Have you ever spotted the Big Dipper in the night sky?
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Mission Debrief Space Quiz
What causes Earth to have day and night?
A
The Earth traveling in orbit around the Sun.
B
The Earth rotating (spinning) on its axis.
C
The Moon blocking out the light of the Sun.
Blast off if you selected Option B!
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Space Explorers Worksheet CKLA Grade 1 • Astronomy
Cosmic Mission Report
Name: ________________________ Date: ________________________
1 Our Cosmic Neighbors (Match the space object to its clue)
The Sun
The Earth
The Moon
A.
Our blue-and-green planet where we live. It spins and has life.
B.
A dusty natural satellite that orbits Earth and reflects light.
C.
A giant hot star at the center that gives us light and heat.
2 Orbit or Rotation? (Check the correct movement for each clue)
1. Earth spins around like a toy top.
Rotation
Orbit
2. Earth travels around the Sun.
Rotation
Orbit
3. This path takes 1 full year to finish.
Rotation
Orbit
3 Connect the Stars: The Big Dipper
Connect the dots!
Write down the name of this famous constellation that looks like a cup:
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Space Explorers Exit Ticket Launch
Mission Checklist
Space Exit Ticket
Name: ________________________ Date: ________________________
Mission Debrief: Ready for landing?
Answer the three questions below to secure your spacecraft for safe landing!
1 Which object is a giant, hot star at the center of our solar system?
A
The Moon
B
The Sun
2 How long does it take for Earth to orbit (travel around) the Sun?
A
1 Full Year (365 days)
B
1 Full Day (24 hours)
3 What do we call a group of stars that forms an imaginary picture?
A
A constellation
B
An asteroid
Pilot Signature
I certify that my spacecraft has successfully rotated and completed its orbit around the classroom today!
Sign here
Space Cadet Color me in!
CKLA Knowledge Quest • Grade 1 Exit Ticket #2
Body Buddies Slides CKLA Review Grade 1 • Domain 2
Knowledge Quest
Mission #3
Body Buddies
Let's take a trip inside! Today we discover how our amazing skeleton, muscles, heart, and healthy habits work together as the ultimate team.
Listen to your heart beat...
Healthy Habits Review
The Inner Frame Bones and Muscles
Your Skeleton
The skeleton is made of 206 bones! It acts like a scaffolding frame to support your body, protect vital organs, and help you stand tall.
Your Muscles
Muscles are attached to your bones. They pull on bones like ropes to make you run, jump, blink, and smile!
Move Check: Wiggle your fingers! Which system is helping you do that?
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Inside the Engine Circulation & Digestion
The Digestive System
Turns the food you eat into fuel for energy! It starts in your mouth, travels down the esophagus, and enters your stomach.
Stomach Energy Nutrients
The Circulatory System
Your heart is a strong muscle pump! It pumps blood all through your body using tubes called blood vessels, carrying vital oxygen.
Heart Pump Oxygen Vessels
Your heart pumps blood even when you are asleep!
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Guardian Habits Keep your body strong
Eat Healthy
Fuel up with colorful fruits, veggies, and lots of clean water!
Get Active
Run, dance, or play tag to keep your heart and muscles strong.
Plenty of Sleep
Your body repairs and grows stronger while you rest at night.
Stay Clean
Wash your hands to stop tiny germs from making you sick.
Which healthy habit did you do today before school?
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Body Trivia Are you a systems expert?
What system contains 206 bones to support your body?
A
The Digestive System
B
The Skeletal System
C
The Circulatory System
Show your muscles if you chose Option B!
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Body Buddies Worksheet CKLA Grade 1 • Human Body
My Body Buddies Map
Name: ________________________ Date: ________________________
1 Match the System! (Write the correct letter inside each box)
Skeletal System
Digestive System
Circulatory System
A.
Breaks down the food we eat into healthy fuel and energy.
B.
Pumps warm blood and vital oxygen to all parts of our body.
C.
Made of 206 hard bones that support us and protect our organs.
2 Healthy Habits Checkup (Check the habits that make you strong!)
Washing hands with soap
Staying up late past bedtime
Eating fruits and vegetables
Playing active sports or tag
3 Nutritious Plate Sketch: Design a super healthy dinner!
My Plate
Write one sentence naming your favorite healthy food to eat:
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Body Buddies Exit Ticket Pulse
Health Checkup
Body Exit Ticket
Name: ________________________ Date: ________________________
Checkup Complete: Ready to sign off?
Answer the three health questions below to secure your Healthy Body Badge!
1 How many bones are in the adult human skeleton?
A
206 bones
B
10 bones
2 Which muscle organ pumps blood and oxygen throughout your entire body?
A
The stomach
B
The heart
3 Why is it important to wash our hands with warm water and soap?
A
To wash away tiny germs and stay healthy
B
To save water
Hero Signature
I promise to protect my skeleton, challenge my muscles, fuel my digestion, and maintain healthy habits!
Sign here
Body Buddy Hero Color me in!
CKLA Knowledge Quest • Grade 1 Exit Ticket #3
