October

Math

Represent relationships between quantities using ratios and using appropriate notation (fraction: to,)
Represent and determine equivalencies among fractions, mixed numbers, decimals, and percentages

At the end of this unit, students should be able to:

Create and use a ratio table to determine missing values.
Write and solve a proportion that represents a proportional relationship between two quantities to find a missing value.
Apply proportional reasoning to convert units of measurement within and between the U.S. Customary System and the metric system when given the conversion factor.
Apply proportional reasoning to solve practical problems, including scale drawings
In a practical situation such as tips, tax, and discounts. • Solve problems involving tips, tax, and discounts

Readers evaluate character development against their own experiences to create new understandings about life lessons.
Readers recognize and compare multiple points of view and cite evidence to substantiate them through discussion or writing.
Readers analyze the choices the writer/illustrator makes to construct power, position, and perspectives.
Book Clubs

Writers analyze the significant moments in their lives for larger lessons and ideas.
Writers revise their piece using literary techniques to elaborate on the message.
Memoir writers use a combination of narrative and expository writing techniques to develop their messages.
Writers seek out others within their writing community who can provide support on specific aspects of their pieces or process.

Where people live affect how they live.
Geographical features may impact daily life for people around the world (food, clothing, shelter).

The Big Ideas: Native Americans

American Indians have lived in North America for many years, prior to European colonization and continue to live in the United States today. They have a rich culture and history.
Artifacts help us learn about the people of the past, including Cactus Hill in Virginia.
In the Americas, there is vast cultural diversity among more than 2,000 tribal groups.
Tribes have unique cultures and ways of life that span history from time immemorial to the present day.