ELA- Fourth 9 weeks
ELA- Fourth 9 weeks
Each unit in reading Street focuses on a Big Idea that connects learning to real life issues. Daily instruction continues to build a strong foundation of reading skills in phonemic awareness, alphabetic principles, fluency within the text, vocabulary, and comprehension. Students build knowledge that is deep and transferable each week as they explore the various aspects of each unit. Students are also exposed to a variety of genres, as well as paired selections chosen to strengthen understanding in science and social studies.
LA.5.RF.5 I can orally read grade-level appropriate or higher texts smoothly and accurately, with expression that connotes comprehension at the independent level.
LA.5.RF.4.6 I can use knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology (e.g., roots and affixes) to read accurately unfamiliar multi-syllabic words in context.
LA.5.RL.1 I can read and comprehend a variety of literature within a range of complexity appropriate for grades 4-5. By the end of grade 5, I can interact with texts proficiently and independently.
LA.5.RL.2.1 I can quote accurately from a text when explaining what a text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
LA.5.RL.3.1 I can explain how a series of chapters, scenes, or stanzas fits together to provide the overall structure of a particular story, play, or poem.
LA.5.RL.4.1 I can explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support claims in a text, identifying which reasons and evidence support which claims.
LA.5.RL.2.2 I can determine a theme of a story, play, or poem from details in the text, including how characters respond to challenges or how the speaker in a poem reflects upon a topic; summarize the text.
LA.5.RL.4.2 I can compare and contrast stories in the same genre on their approaches to similar themes and topics.
LA.5.RN.1 I can read and comprehend a variety of nonfiction within a range of complexity appropriate for grades 4-5. By the end of grade 5, I can interact with texts proficiently and independently.
LA.5.RN.2.1 I can quote accurately from a text when explaining what a text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
LA.5.RN.3.1 I can apply knowledge of text features in multiple print and digital sources to locate information, gain meaning from a text, or solve a problem.
LA.5.RN.2.2 I can determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details; I can summarize the text.
LA.5.RN.4.2 I can combine information from several texts or digital sources on the same topic in order to demonstrate knowledge about the subject.
LA.5.RN.2.3 I can explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals, events, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text based on specific information in the text.
LA.5.RV.1 I can build and use accurately general academic and content- specific words and phrases.
LA.5.RV.2.1 I can select and apply context clues (e.g., word, phrase, sentence, and paragraph clues) and text features to determine the meanings of unknown words.
LA.5.RV.2.2 I can identify relationships among words, including multiple meanings, synonyms and antonyms, homographs, metaphors, similes, and analogies.
LA.5.RV.3.2 I can determine the meanings of general academic and content-specific words and phrases in a nonfiction text relevant to a fifth grade topic or subject area.
LA.5.RV.3.3 I can recognize the meanings of proverbs, adages, and idioms in context.
LA.5.RV.2.4 I can apply knowledge of word structure elements, known words, and word patterns to determine meaning(e.g., word origins, common Greek and Latin affixes and roots, parts of speech).
LA.5.RV.2.5 I can consult reference materials, both print and digital (e.g., dictionary), to find the pronunciation and clarify the precise meanings of words and phrases.
LA.5.SL.3.1 I can determine how words and phrases provide meaning to works of literature, including imagery, symbolism, and figurative language (e.g., similes, metaphors, hyperbole, or allusion).
LA.5.W.6.1b I can demonstrate command of English grammar and usage, focusing on: Verbs – Writing sentences that use the perfect (e.g., I have walked, I had walked, I will have walked) verb tenses. Correctly using verbs that are often misused (e.g., lie/lay, sit/set, rise/raise).
LA.5.W.6.1c I can demonstrate command of English grammar and usage, focusing on: Adjectives/ Adverbs –Writing sentences using relative adverbs (e.g., where, when) and explaining their functions in the sentence.
LA.5.W.6.1d I can demonstrate command of English grammar and usage, focusing on: Prepositions – Writing sentences that include prepositions, explaining their functions in the sentence.
LA.5.W.6.1e I can demonstrate command of English grammar and usage, focusing on: Usage – Writing correctly complete simple, compound, and complex declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentences, using correlative conjunctions (e.g., either/or, neither/nor).
LA.5.W.3.2 I can write informative compositions on a variety of topics that – Introduce a topic; organize sentences and paragraphs logically, using an organizational form that suits the topic. Employ sufficient examples, facts, quotations, or other information from various sources and texts to give clear support for topics. Connect ideas within and across categories using transition words (e.g., therefore, in addition). Include text features (e.g., formatting, pictures, graphics) and multimedia when useful to aid comprehension. Use appropriate language, vocabulary, and sentence variety to convey meaning; for effect; and to support a tone and formality appropriate to the topic and audience. Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented.
LA.5.W.6.2a I can demonstrate command of capitalization, focusing on: Capitalization – Capitalizing names of magazines, newspapers, works of art, musical compositions, organizations, and the first word in quotations, when appropriate.
LA.5.W.6.2b I can demonstrate command of punctuation focusing on: Punctuation – Applying correct usage of apostrophes and quotation marks in writing. Using a comma for appositives, to set off the words yes and no, to set off a tag question from the rest of the sentence, and to indicate direct address.
LA.5.W.6.2c I can demonstrate command of spelling, focusing on: Applying correct spelling patterns and generalizations in writing.
LA.5.W.4 I can apply the writing process to Generate a draft by developing, selecting and organizing ideas relevant to topic, purpose, and genre; revise to improve writing, using appropriate reference materials (e.g., quality of ideas, organization, sentence fluency, word choice); edit writing for format and conventions (e.g., spelling, capitalization, usage, punctuation). Use technology to interact and collaborate with others to publish legible documents.
LA.5.W.5 I can conduct short research on a topic. With support, formulate a research question (e.g., What were John Wooden’s greatest contributions to college basketball?). Identify and acquire information through reliable primary and secondary sources. Summarize and paraphrase important ideas and supporting details, and include direct quotations where appropriate, citing the source of information. Avoid plagiarism and follow copyright guidelines for use of images, pictures, etc. Present the research information, choosing from a variety of sources.
LA.5.RF.5 Orally read grade-level appropriate or higher texts smoothly and accurately, with expression that connotes comprehension at the independent level.
LA.5.RF.4.6 Use knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology (e.g., roots and affixes) to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context.
LA.5.RL.1 Read and comprehend a variety of literature within a range of complexity appropriate for grades 4-5. By the end of grade 5, students interact with texts proficiently and independently.
LA.5.RL.2.1 Quote accurately from a text when explaining what a text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
LA.5.RL.3.1 Explain how a series of chapters, scenes, or stanzas fits together to provide the overall structure of a particular story, play, or poem.
LA.5.RL.4.1 Analyze how visual and multimedia presentations and representations can enhance the meaning of a text.
LA.5.RL.2.2 Determine the theme of a story, play, or poem from details in the text, including how characters respond to challenges or how the speaker in a poem reflects upon a topic; summarize the text.
LA.5.RL.4.2 Compare and contrast stories in the same genre on their approaches to similar themes and topics.
LA.5.RN.1 Read and comprehend a variety of nonfiction within a range of complexity appropriate for grades 4-5. By the end of grade 5, students interact with texts proficiently and independently.
LA.5.RN.2.1 Quote accurately from a text when explaining what a text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
LA.5.RN.3.1 Apply knowledge of text features in multiple print and digital sources to locate information, gain meaning from a text, or solve a problem.
LA.5.RN.2.2 Determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details; summarize the text.
LA.5.RN.4.2 Combine information from several texts or digital sources on the same topic in order to demonstrate knowledge about the subject.
LA.5.RN.2.3 Explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals, events, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text based on specific information in the text.
LA.5.RV.1 Build and use accurately general academic and content-specific words and phrases.
LA.5.RV.2.1 Select and apply context clues (e.g., word, phrase, sentence, and paragraph clues) and text features to determine the meanings of unknown words.
LA.5.RV.2.2 Identify relationships among words, including multiple meanings, synonyms and antonyms, homographs, metaphors, similes, and analogies.
LA.5.RV.3.2 Determine the meaning of general academic and content-specific words and phrases in a nonfiction text relevant to a fifth grade topic or text.
LA.5.RV.3.3 Analyze the meanings of proverbs, adages, and idioms in context.
LA.5.RV.2.4 Apply knowledge of word structure elements, known words, and word patterns to determine meaning (e.g., word origins, common Greek and Latin affixes and roots, parts of speech).
LA.5.RV.2.5 Consult reference materials, both print and digital (e.g., dictionary, thesaurus), to find the pronunciation and clarify the precise meanings of words and phrases.
LA.5.SL.3.1 Orally summarize or respond to a written text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.
LA.5.W.6.1b Verbs – a. Writing sentences that use the perfect (e.g., I have walked, I had walked, I will have walked) verb tenses. b. Correctly using verbs that are often misused (e.g., lie/lay, sit/set, rise/raise).
LA.5.W.6.1c Adjectives/ Adverbs –Students are expected to build upon and continue applying conventions learned previously. 4.W.6.1c Adjectives/ Adverbs –Writing sentences using relative adverbs (e.g., where, when) and explaining their functions in the sentence.
LA.5.W.6.1d Prepositions – Writing sentences that include prepositional phrases and explaining their functions in the sentence.
LA.5.W.6.1e Usage – Writing correctly simple, compound, and complex declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentences, using correlative conjunctions (e.g., either/or, neither/nor).
LA.5.W.3.2 Write informative compositions on a variety of topics that - a. Introduce a topic; organize sentences and paragraphs logically, using an organizational form that suits the topic. b. Employ sufficient examples, facts, quotations, or other information from various sources and text to give clear support for topics. c. Connect ideas within and across categories using transition words (e.g. therefore, in addition). d. Include text features (e.g. formatting, pictures, graphics) and multimedia when useful to aid comprehension. e. Use appropriate language, vocabulary, and sentence variety to convey meaning; for effect; and to support a tone and formality appropriate to the topic and audience. f. Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented.
LA.5.W.6.2a Capitalization – Applying correct usage of capitalization in writing.
LA.5.W.6.2b Punctuation – a. Applying correct usage of apostrophes and quotation marks in writing. b. Using a comma for appositives, to set off the words yes and no, to set off a tag question from the rest of the sentence, and to indicate direct address.
LA.5.W.6.2c Spelling – Applying correct spelling patterns and generalizations in writing.
LA.5.W.4 Apply the writing process to – a. Generate a draft by developing, selecting and organizing ideas relevant to topic, purpose, and genre; revise to improve writing, using appropriate reference materials (e.g., quality of ideas, organization, sentence fluency, word choice); and edit writing for format and standard English conventions. b. Use technology to interact and collaborate with others to publish legible documents.
LA.5.W.5 Conduct short research assignments and tasks on a topic. a. With support, formulate a research question (e.g., What were John Wooden’s greatest contributions to college basketball?). b. Identify and acquire information through reliable primary and secondary sources. c. Summarize and paraphrase important ideas and supporting details, and include direct quotations where appropriate, citing the source of information. d. Avoid plagiarism and follow copyright guidelines for use of images, pictures, etc. e. Present the research information, choosing from a variety of sources.
Reading Street
workbook
leveled readers
vocabulary cards
Wordly Wise Workbook- Vocabulary
Reading Interactive Notebooks
Grammar Interactive Notebooks
Writing Interactive Notebooks
Assessments Used:
Google Forms
Exit Tickets
Paper tests
PBL
Reading Counts Quizzes
2- week novel study
Novel study with the teacher as a whole group
Spelling
Digital Support Programs:
Read Works
Newsela
Read Theory
Wonderopolis
Flocabulary
FlipGrid
Quizlet
Quizizz
Blooket
Reading Passages
Character
Theme
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top_teaching/2011/02/helping-students-grasp-themes-in-literature
https://learnzillion.com/lessons/924-determine-the-theme-of-a-story
Lessons on Narrative Writing
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/narrative.html
Writing from a picture: Chrome Extension://bpmcpldpdmajfigpchkicefoigmkfalc/view/app.html
Activity on Setting the mood in a story
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/teachers/ks2_activities/english/activities/planning.swf
Vocabulary
https://learnzillion.com/lessons/1779-determining-the-meaning-of-unfamiliar-words-as-you-read
Interactive Context Clue Activities
http://www.internet4classrooms.com/skill_builders/context_clues_language_arts_fifth_5th_grade.htm
Free Interactive Reading Lessons
http://www.smarttutor.com/free-resources/free-reading-lessons/fifth-grade-reading/
Speaking and Listening:
http://www.literacyta.com/literacy-skills/speaking-listening
Reading Street textbooks, Amazing Words poster, Vocabulary Cards, Leveled Readers, Retell Cards, Poster