English Language Arts- We will be working on various topics in English Language Arts this year. We will begin this year focusing on short stories that incorporate historical facts. Students will be learning and identifying different elements of literature throughout the year such as types of fiction, setting, types of characters, plot, theme and tone. Listening and comprehension skills will be practiced through each novel study.
Vocabulary and Spelling- At the beginning of each week, I will introduce 10 spelling and vocabulary words that we will be working on throughout the week. These words are taken from the Sadler-Oxford Vocabulary Workshop. Spelling, vocabulary, parts of speech and definitions will be taught using various activities and strategies throughout the week. Quizlet will be utilized in order to provide the students with differentiated ways of learning the material. Students will be tested each Friday on the vocabulary and spelling words for that week.
Basic Grammar will also be taught throughout the entire school year. Assessments will include quizzes, writing samples and chapter tests from the novels and Basic Grammar Text.