Sequence 1 is the Gentle, Classical answer for first through third graders. Sequence 1 includes literature, catechism, history/social studies, geography, grammar, spelling, (and more) in a gentle, classical way.

Please note that this Student Notebook works very well with older elementary students as well. You may want to add some additional memory work (like the Preamble for example) and assign the chapter books for independent reading and longer written narrations for older students.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If your family desires to include beauty subjects like artist/composer study, poetry, hymns, scripture memory, and virtue definitions, you'll need to purchase 4-6 issues of Morning Virtues or Morning Classics to utilize alongside Sequence 1. This Sequence 1 bundle includes the remaining material (geography, literature, spelling, grammar, history, catechism, etc. outlined in the section below)

In this BUNDLE, you will receive the following items:

• Teacher's Guide- The Sequence 1 Teacher's Guide is the heart and soul of the program. This guide serves as one part educational tool and encouragement and one part material to implement. We sincerely hope you will not skim over this gem and enjoy the encouragement that's included! (Digital Bundle: 118 pages; Physical Delivery Bundle: printed on sturdy stock paper and wire-o bound, full color)

• Sequence 1 Student Notebook- The convenient Student Notebook takes the readings and recitations from the teacher's guide and adds practical application and depth. In the "dailies" section, your student will have the opportunity to practice writing their name, take an emotional inventory, assess and notate weather conditions, review days/months along with the full date, place value review, sight word practice, spelling word practice, plus on-going geography review. This section of the notebook should be completed 3-5 days per week. Next, a series of State Notebooking Pages is included. These pages provide an opportunity for your family to dig deeper and learn more about each of the 50 states and 5 territories we cover through the year. Lastly, in the History section, you are provided with a full page of hands-on activities, book suggestions, and a link for multiple videos or blog posts to expand on each unit's topics or provide instruction/material for a suggested activity. Then you have a worksheet, copywork, and a narration notebooking page. Each set of history pages is used over two weeks.  (Digital Bundle: 213 pages; Physical Delivery: daily pages are UV coated for use with dry-erase marker so they can be used again and again, tabs separate each section, and the remaining pages are high quality 100lb cover; the entire notebook is wire-o bound.)

• Memory Statement Cards- Creating a Memory Statement Board in your home really brings this entire program to life and has been integral in the success of so many families utilizing Gentle + Classical programs. ALL cards related to Sequence 1 are included in this bundle: history, U.S. geography, catechism, and language. (Digital Delivery: 63 pages; Physical Delivery Bundle: printed on 100lb satin cover stock, cut and ready to go) 
  

• Sight Words and Spelling Deck-  This useful quarter-page-sized deck of cards will serve your family in a few ways. The sight word cards are excellent for on-going review. The spelling deck is easy to keep on hand for review and for implementing daily dictation. The spelling deck also serves as examples that reflect each unit's spelling rule. (Digital Bundle:  22 pages; Physical Delivery Bundle: 4.25x5.5" cards on thick, satin paper, black and white)

• Header Cards- Each G+C bundle includes a deck of "header cards." These cards are utilized in creating your memory statement board so that it's cohesive and organized. Your stack of header cards will include subjects from Sequence 1 but many additional subjects so that you may use it with other materials and programs. (Digital: 24 pages; Physical Delivery Bundle: printed on satin, heavy cover paper for longevity; not trimmed)

• A very convenient "Getting Started" Checklist to walk you through specific printing and organization of the bundle. 

• Scheduled BOOKS are NOT included in this bundle or any other G+C Bundle.

• OPTIONAL ADD-ON: Find the Planning Grids here. This 40-page tool provides a 5-day breakdown for all content in Sequence 1 into 5 separate subjects. It truly makes utilizing Sequence 1 an "open-and-go" experience! (If you plan to add beauty subjects via a Morning Basket using Morning Virtues or Classics, you'll conveniently find those already added into the planning grids for you.)

We have created a brand new offering for Sequence 1! You can now get all 36 units scheduled out in a 5-day schedule to make implementing Sequence 1 that much easier! Learn more about the grids HERE. 

Would you love FREE access to an online mini-masterclass that will provide a deep dive (with tons of examples and behind the scenes glimpses) to better understand how to make Sequence 1 work for your family?

Access the FREE Sequence 1 Mini-Masterclass HERE.

A loose overview of the scope and sequence is as follows:

• Grammar: Nouns, Action Verbs, Pronouns, Punctuation, Types of Sentences, and more
• Spelling: Basic first/second grade spelling rules including r-controlled vowels, add s/es, adding ed/ing, etc; Also includes the Dolch sight words for first grade. 
• Geography: The states and capitals of the U.S. plus five U.S. territories and their capitals. (Option to add On Mission for a robust geography, culture, and social studies component.)
• History: Survey of European and American history from 1450-1815 including topics such as early explorers, the Reformation, important scientists, Jamestown, Pilgrims, Transatlantic Slave Trade, Founding Fathers, multiple units on the American Revolution, the Louisiana Purchase, and Lewis and Clark. 
• Bible + Theology: Reading of the New Testament alongside catechisms related to sin, the work of the Holy Spirit, prayer, and salvation.
• Artist and composer study as well as virtue, scripture memory, and other beauty topics will be determined by which of the six Morning Virtues issues you choose to use in conjunction with Sequence 1. 

You will need reading curriculum for children who are still learning how to read plus a complete math curriculum.

IF you desire to add beauty subjects to your day (which is completely optional), you'll need 4-6 issues of Morning Virtues or Morning Classics. You may choose ANY Morning Virtues OR Morning Classics Issues to use alongside Sequence 1.

You can download any of our FREE Teacher's Guides, a FREE issue of On Mission (India) and Morning Virtues: Courage, AND the Nature Collection Notebook all on this convenient page.

2024 Awards from Homeschool.com

We are ecstatic and honored to know that the Gentle + Classical Press was nominated and WON multiple categories during the annual Back to Homeschool Curriculum Awards! We are honored that thousands of homeshooler's chose Gentle + Classical Curriculum!

GCP was voted:

#1 Preschool Curriculum (Gentle + Classical Preschool)

#1 History and Social Studies Curriculum (On Mission and Sequence 1)

#2 All-in-One Curriculum (Gentle + Classical Preschool, Primer, On Mission Around teh World, and Sequence 1)

#2 Most Popular Literature Curriculum (Morning Virtues)

#2 Christian Curriculum (All)

#2 Geography Curriculum (On Mission)

#3 Bible Study Curriculum (All)

#3 Science Curriculum (Nature)

2022 - #1 Homeschool Curriculum in 7 Categories!

We now offer 4-page (8 view), 8.5x11" clear menu covers to accompany Morning Binders, Morning Virtues, and our holiday products. 

Find them here. 

Are you planning to utilize any Gentle + Classical materials with a group of other famlies (co-op) or in your classroom or school?

We are so excited to hear that and feel honored to be considered! 

We do want to share the information about our co-op/classroom licensing with you. This also applies to daycares OR ANY OTHER SETTING in which non-family members are gathered to utilize G+C materials in any capacity. 

What qualifies as a "daycare, classroom, or co-op"?

We define a co-op, classroom, or daycare setting as: 2 or more households coming together in a group with the intent of using Gentle + Classical materials for their lesson or gathering time.

Digital Licensing

Interested in printed materials for your group or classroom?

How to Proceed:

Please email us at erin@lifeabundantlyblog.com for a quote for your group!

Digital products are non-refundable. 

Print products that are damaged OR MISSING will be replaced if we are notified within 30 days of shipment. Please check your materials as soon as you receive them. 

Change of heart returns are discouraged, however completely unopened material may be returned with a 30% re-stocking fee. Customer will be required to re-package the item thoroughly IN A NEW BOX and pay return shipping, including insurance. Once the item is inspected, you will receive a refund at 70% of the full price.

Opened materials cannot be returned. Opened means items that have had their shrink-wrap removed. 

You can read the complete refund and shipping policies HERE.

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For a DETAILED FAQ for all products, please go HERE.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by options and aren't sure which program or which level is a good fit for your family, we have a solution! Lara is our AMAZING Curriculum Advisor and she would be overjoyed to speak with you about your needs for each of your students. She can help you troubleshoot your schedule, figure out how to best implement the program, and so much more! 

Simply send Whitney an email at CurriculumHelp@lifeabundantlyblog.com, and she will be back with you as soon as possible !

You can find my statement of faith HERE. 

The programs from The Gentle + Classical Press are grounded in the Christian Classical Tradition with a strong emphasis on the Charlotte Mason philosophy. 

Books that have influenced these programs heavily are: 

Charlotte Mason's Home Education, A Philosophy of Education, and Formation fo Character

The Liberal Arts Tradition by Jain and Clark

The Well-Trained Mind by Susan W Bauer

Tending the Heart of Virtue by Guroian

The Abolition of Man by CS Lewis

You may download any Teacher's Guide for FREE  to read a thorough detailing of my heart for Home Education.