Wonders is designed to foster a love of reading in all children. Through the exploration of texts and daily development of their skills as readers, writers, speakers, and active listeners, students experience the power of literacy. The focus is on teaching the whole child – and every child – preparing students to be lifelong learners and critical thinkers.
Unit 1 (Aug. - Sep) Narrative and realistic fiction texts and writing
Unit 2 (Oct. - Nov.) Informational text and report writing
Unit 3 (Nov. -Dec.) Realistic fiction reading and writing
Unit 4 (Jan. -Feb.) Biographies, poetry, and dramas
Unit 5 (March - April) Argument text and writing
Unit 6 (April - May) Expository reading and writing
Independent Reading; students will read and complete a variety of independent book report activities.
incorporated into the Wonders Curriculum
Pre/post tests allow for differentiation each week of spelling
students learn about Greek/Latin roots, affixes, etc
students increase vocabulary knowledge and apply their learning in writing, reading, and across other subject areas
students are allowed voice and choice in how they learn and practice their words each week
Diagnostics (Fall, Winter, and Spring) help gather important data to specifically identify strengths and weaknesses in literacy content
practice lessons are differentiated for students based on individual needs.
Students should complete 45 minutes and pass two literacy lessons per week by Sunday evening.