Develop an understanding of vocabulary by using conversational, general academic, and domain-specific words and phrases.
Read independently for multiple purposes over sustained periods of time by reading text that is developmentally appropriate.
Read independently for multiple purposes over sustained periods of time by producing evidence of reading.
Read, infer, and draw conclusions to analyze how characters change from the beginning to the end of a play or film.
Read, infer, and draw conclusions to explain structural elements of dramatic literature.
Speak clearly and to the point, using conventions of language when presenting individually or with a group by expressing opinions of read-alouds and independent reading and relating opinion to others.
Speak clearly, audibly, and to the point, using conventions of language when presenting individually or with a group by using efficient presentation skills with available resources.
Speak clearly, audibly, and to the point, using conventions of language when presenting individually or with a group by giving a formal presentation to classmates, using a variety of media.
Speak clearly, audibly, and to the point, using conventions of language when presenting individually or with a group by speaking with expression and fluency.
Compare two multi-digit numbers using the symbols >, = or <, and justify the solution.
Understand that in a multi-digit whole number, a digit represents 10 times what it would represent in the place to it's right.
Compare two fractions using the symbols >, = or <, and justify the solution.
Read, write and identify decimals to the hundredths place using number names, base ten numerals and expanded form.
Compare two decimals to the hundredths place using the symbols >, = or <, and justify the solution.
Generate a number pattern that follows a given rule.
Draw and identify points, lines, line segments, rays, angles, perpendicular lines and parallel lines.
Classify two-dimensional shapes by their sides and/or angles.
Construct lines of symmetry for a two-dimensional figure.
Draw and measure angles in whole-number degrees using a protractor.
Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object [Clarification Statement: Examples could include an unbalanced force on one side of a ball can make it start moving; and, balanced forces pushing on a box from both sides will not produce any motion at all.]
Predict how changes in either the amount of force applied to an object or the mass of the object affects the motion (speed and direction) of the object.
Provide evidence to construct an explanation of an energy transformation(e.g. temperature change, light, sound, motion, and magnetic effects).
Use models to explain that simple machines change the amount of effort force and/or direction of force.
Develop a model of waves to describe patterns in terms of amplitude or wavelength and that waves can cause objects to move.
Construct an argument that plants and animals have internal and external structures that function to support survival, growth, behavior, and plant reproduction.
Use a model to describe that animals receive different types of information through their senses, process the information in their brain, and respond to the information in different ways.
Identify evidence from patterns in rock formations and fossils in rock layers to support an explanation for changes in a landscape over time.
Plan and conduct scientific investigations or simulations to provide evidence how natural processes (e.g. weathering and erosion) shape Earth's surfaces.
Analyze and interpret data from maps to describe patterns of Earth’s features. [Clarification Statement: Maps can include topographic maps of Earth’s land and ocean floor, as well as maps of the locations of mountains, continental boundaries, volcanoes, and earthquakes.]
Generate and compare multiple solutions to reduce the impacts of natural Earth processes on humans. [Clarification Statement: Examples of solutions could include designing an earthquake resistant building and improving monitoring of volcanic Natural Resources activity.]
Recognize and explain the significance of national symbols associated with historical events and time periods being studied.
Identify and explain the functions of the three branches of government in the federal government.
Describe the migrations of native Americans prior to 1800.
Describe the discovery, exploration and early settlement of America by Europeans prior to 1800.
Construct and interpret historical and current maps.
Name and locate specific regions, states, capitals, river systems and mountain ranges in the United States based on historical or current topics.
Identify and compare physical characteristics of specific regions within the nation.
Identify different regions in the United States and analyze how their characteristics affect people who live there.
Create products such as maps, graphs, timelines, charts and models, diagrams etc. to communicate information and understanding.
With assistance, conduct and present social studies’ research to an audience using appropriate sources.