First Grade Expectations

This is a sample of Erik's recent first grade math homework and a writing sample he brought home.  It really amazes me to see what is expected of our young kids.   Thankfully, Erik is quite bright and capable of meeting/exceeding the expectations, but I'm still not convinced these expectations are necessary at this age.   I'm confident he would benefit from 30 minutes of playtime more than he does from extremely rigorous academics at this point.  

Here is a checklist for kids entering first grade in 1979 (Victor's age).   Man have things changed!

http://www.metroparentmagazine.com/blogs/kitchentable/1979-vs-2015-the-expectations-placed-on-a-6-year-old-300820241.html