ELA
Anthology: Houghton-Mifflin Reading Program
- Uses literature from noted authors in various genres
- Integrates comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, writing and reading strategies within each story
- Promotes literature discussions and written responses
Wordly Wise Vocabulary
Quizlet - this website offers online flashcards that can help students study their words in a quick and easy way
- 10 words introduced every Monday
- Classwork assigned throughout the week
- Biweekly quizzes on Fridays
- Children are encouraged to look for the vocabulary words being used in everyday language!
Quizlet - this website offers online flashcards that can help students study their words in a quick and easy way
180 Days of Spelling
- Each lesson focuses on a spelling rule or generalization
- Most words follow the spelling pattern, while "outlaw" words are also included
- Activities that are both interesting and fun
- Homework assigned throughout the week
Writing
- Focus on types of writing - descriptive, opinion/persuasive, narrative, informational and reader's response
- The Writing Process: brainstorming, drafting, revising, editing, publishing
- Writing conventions: sentence structure and fluency, COPS
- Cursive writing