In Literacy...
We are in our Realistic Fiction unit. We will be reading literature that will help students develop an understanding of Realistic Fiction and its characteristics. Take some time to visit the library and read some books in this genre.
Making Meaning - This program is a classroom-tested K–8 reading comprehension curriculum that combines the latest comprehension research with support for students’ social and ethical development. The program uses nonfiction and fiction read-aloud books to teach students nine different comprehension strategies while also developing their social values to create a supportive community of readers. We are currently in the Nonfiction/Expository text unit.
ReadAbout -This program delivers a personalized experience to each student. Appropriate content will be served based on a student’s reading level and interests. Each of the 70 topics in ReadAbout includes three software passages. A student must complete each passage before moving to another topic. On average, a student will complete a single topic in 3–4 weeks.
In Spelling/Vocabulary ...
We will be alternating spelling and vocabulary each week. This week in spelling we are on lesson 16 and on lesson 15 in vocabulary.
Spelling: Linking Words to Meaning - this program teaches spelling and comprehension at the same time.
Vocabulary: Wordly Wise 3000 - this program expands critical grade level vocabulary while improving reading comprehension. Check out the link under links
In Writing...
We are using a program called Being A Writer - This program is a yearlong writing curriculum for grades K–6 that combines two decades of research in the areas of writing, motivation, and learning theory with social and ethical development. The program has 2 goals: to develop the creativity and skills of a writer, and to develop the social and ethical values of a responsible person. It uses high-quality trade books for genre immersion and author studies, and easy-to-teach mini-lessons to reinforce the skills and conventions taught in the program. Writing instruction, regular community-building elements, and guided partner work are integrated to develop in students a sense of autonomy, belonging, and competency.
In Math...
We are working in chapter 17, which is on Probability using the HSP Math program
FasttMath - This intervention program helps students develop fluency with basic math facts in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Using the FASTT system (Fluency and Automaticity through Systematic Teaching with Technology), the software provides a continuously adaptive program that efficiently increases math fact fluency in customized, 10-minute daily sessions.
In Social Studies...
We are finishing up Chapter 17 - The Civil War
In Science...
We are working in the Earth Systems unit using the Houghton Mifflin Science Program - This hands-on, inquiry-based program gives students the resources they need to make learning fun. This program includes everything from lab videos, science independent books, independent inquiry activities, investigate activities and much, much more.