Quarter 3 Studies

MATH - 3rd Quarter

Plan of studies for math

Unit 5, Adding and Subtracting within 1,000: click here for details

Unit 6, Working with Linear Measurement: click here for details

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS - 3rd Quarter

READING

> Parent Letter for 3rd Quarter


LETTERLAND (Spelling/Phonics)

Unit 14: "-er" and "-ear (earth)" words
Unit 15: "Y as a Vowel"
Unit 16: "The Boot Twins ("-oo" and "-o")
Unit 17: The Foot Twins and Friends: "-ew" "-eu" and "-oo" words
Unit 18: Eddy Elephant does the Talking (short -ea words)
Unit 19: "s" "es" and "y" -> "ies"
Unit 20: "er" and "ear" words
Unit 21: "ow" and "ou" words
Unit 22: "oy" and "oi" words

SCIENCE - 3rd Quarter

Earth Systems, Structures and Processes (Weather)

Essential Standard and Clarifying Objectives

2.E.1 Understand patterns of weather and factors that affect weather.

2.E.1.1 Summarize how energy from the sun serves as a source of light that warms the land, air and water.

2.E.1.2 Summarize weather conditions using qualitative and quantitative measures to describe:

• Temperature

• Wind direction

• Wind speed

• Precipitation

2.E.1.3 Compare weather patterns that occur over time and relate observable patterns to time of day and time of year.

2.E.1.4 Recognize the tools that scientists use for observing, recording, and predicting weather changes from day to day and during the seasons.

SOCIAL STUDIES - 3rd Quarter


The Development of the American Government


STANDARDS

2.C&G.1 Understand how freedom, equality, and democracy contribute to the government of America.

2.C&G.1.1 Explain how principles of democracy have shaped the government of America.

2.C&G.1.2 Summarize the role of the government in protecting freedom and equality of individuals in America.

2.C&G.1.3 Compare the structure and function of the three branches of government at the national level.

2.C&G.1.4 Explain how various indigenous, religious, gender, and racial groups advocate for freedom and equality.

2.H.1.1 Summarize contributions of various women, indigenous, religious, racial, and other minority groups that have impacted American history.

2.H.1.2 Explain ways in which various historical events have shaped American history.


Student Understandings -

  • A nation’s system of government may be shaped by the principles outlined in its founding documents.

  • The principles of self-government and majority rule may influence the development of a democratic nation.

  • Summarize the role of government in protecting freedom and equality of individuals in America.

  • The different branches of government vary in their structure and function.

  • Governments may be structured to address the basic needs of the people.

  • People often advocate for freedom and equality through civic action.

  • Laws and policies may limit a group’s freedom or equal treatment.

  • Historical events are often led by dynamic personalities that may help set a course that can change history.

  • Historical events or issues can be better understood through the study of the lives and contributions of historical figures contained in historical narratives.

  • The actions of diverse individuals and groups contribute to the events that occur over time and help shape a nation’s history over time.

  • The experiences and achievements of people with different cultural backgrounds help shape the development of a country.

  • The lives of people in a nation may be improved by the innovations and achievements of diverse groups of people.

  • The events of history often have effects that are long-lasting.

  • Leadership can determine the outcome of an event.

  • Both conflict and social movements can have an impact on how a nation develops over time .