Content, Curriculum, & State Standards

Content Updates 

Week of  May 5th

Math: 

• Students will continue to review and test on previously taught units. We will test on unit 11 on Monday.  Tuesday students will review the year's concepts with a final assignment. 

• Students will spend the next few weeks jumping into 6th grade concepts.

Reading: 

• Students will read, discuss, and summarize A Spy by Chance. There will be a comprehension test on Friday.

• For grammar lessons, students will work on verbs and adverbs.

• Students will continue researching one of the National Parks in order to write a final paper on their chosen park.

Spelling: 

• Spelling words and packet can be found in Google Classroom. We are working on Unit 5 Lesson 5.

Science Labs 

• Students will continue to work through the steps of the scientific method. This week, our focus is on writing a conclusion.

• Students should be working on their science fair project, which will be due on May 13th. 

Curriculum

Reading - Open Court

Open Court Reading is based on research-based instruction, teacher input, and learner verification. The independent research base used to develop Open Court Reading spans more than 50 years. Open Court Reading is effective because it reinforces student learning through systematic, explicit instruction. Teacher-informed, research-validated teaching and learning strategies create undeniable results for every learner.

Writing - Step Up To Writing

Step Up to Writing® is a comprehensive program of multisensory writing strategies that develop students’ ability to create thoughtful, well-written compositions. The solution’s explicit and systematic approach to teaching writing is designed to provide clear strategies, methods, and supports for increased writing success in all content areas. 

Math - HMH Into Math

A K-8 math curriculum, HMH Into Math supports students as they develop their conceptual understanding and grow into procedurally fluent mathematicians.

Science - FOSS 

FOSS was designed from its roots to provide every child with the opportunity to develop their ability to think scientifically. The FOSS staff at the Lawrence Hall of Science devised FOSS to fully integrate active investigation and multisensory learning, an approach proven effective for all learners, regardless of prior knowledge, language, or background.

Social Studies - TCI

The TCI approach to Social Studies Curriculum Resources and Programs integrates proven teaching strategies, engaging content, and meaningful technology to excite students and foster their love of learning.

Colorado State Standards

Please see https://www.cde.state.co.us/apps/standards/ for information about the Colorado state standards.