Program Overview

Reading - Students will explore the various elements of Language Arts through the use of the Nelson Literacy Program, individual, group and whole class novel studies, partner and shared reading as well as guided reading groups. These assignments will incorporate such things as reading comprehension, understanding the various elements of a story, vocabulary study, art, personal expression and reflection, writing skills, cooperative group work, and self-assessment.

Writing – Throughout the year the six traits of writing (ideas, word choice, voice, sentence fluency, organization, and conventions) will be taught through various written assignments that will be embedded across other subject areas. Some forms of writing students will practice are letter, narrative, information/report, and persuasive writing. Students will also be involved in shared writing, public conferences, peer conferences and criteria building.

We will begin the year with a large focus on place value and number concepts. Other units to follow will be Patterns and Relations, Shape and Space, and Statics and Probability. To help with the understanding of these concepts, students will be involved in a variety of activities, such as, using manipulatives, paper and pencil tasks, small group tasks that allow for social distancing, games, etc. Mental math strategies, problem solving and number sense will be included in all math strands.

Students will develop an understanding of science concepts in the following units:

* Diversity of Living Things

* Electricity

* Space

* Flight

Students will develop an understanding about the history and geography of Canada, from confederation to present day.

Throughout the year the students will explore and use a variety of mediums to demonstrate creative expression. An understanding and valuing of artistic experiences will be included. There will be a variety hands on and interactive lessons and activities for students to be a part of, many embedded throughout different curricular concepts.

Students will begin the year with a focus on personal and social management. This will include emotions, identity and decision making. Other units will include Kids in the Know program and understanding safety for themselves and those around them. Students will also learn about family life and healthy lifestyle practices throughout the year.