As part of the language arts curriculum framework developed in accordance with "Rules, Regulations, and Minimum Standards" of the Tennessee State Board of Education, this language arts curriculum guide contains the goals, concepts, and terminal objectives for first grade language arts. Following a brief introduction and description of the curriculum framework, the guide is divided into the following language arts "strands" (divisions of skill areas): (1) handwriting; (2) grammar/mechanics; (3) spelling; (4) composition; (5) thinking and organizing skills; (6) listening skills; and (7) oral communication skills. Each page of the guide addresses a strand objective, and consists of instructional objectives, associated content statements, and skills and activities that may be used to enhance the understanding of the terminal objective. In addition, space for curriculum cross-references (indicating where the objective appears in the curriculum guide of another discipline) and a resource column, contingent on materials available to the teacher, are provided. (MM)