• use various word analysis strategies to read unknown words in context
• recall important details from a story, narrative, or non-fiction article; extract the main idea or theme from a text
• use prior knowledge, experience, and context to make predictions and draw conclusions or inferences from reading
• read critically
• consult a variety of reading and reference material to get information
• distinguish among literary forms and genres
• demonstrate interest in independent reading for knowledge and enjoyment

• write a well-planned and interesting text with sufficient detail
• write for a variety of purposes and audiences: compose in expository, narrative, and descriptive and persuasive styles
• use a variety of organizing strategies such as webs, story maps, note-taking, outlining
• persevere throughout the writing process
• edit own and other’s work for quality of expression, paragraphing, grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• use computer as a writing tool

• follow complex oral directions and instructions; respond with appropriate questions
• demonstrate comprehension of reading material presented orally
• deliver well-planned oral presentations
• recite and read aloud poetry or selections from literature with fluency and expression
• participate effectively in large and small group discussions; express thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely

• knows basic (x, ÷) facts to 12; (+,-) to 20
• solves multi-digit addition and subtraction problems of whole numbers and decimals
• solves multi-digit multiplication problems
• demonstrates proficiency with long division with whole numbers with multi-digit divisors
• composes and decomposes numbers, including factors to solve problems [e.g., 25 x 40 =(25 x 10) x 4 = 25 x 40 = (20 + 5) x 40 ]
• finds and uses decimal and percent equivalents for common fractions
• understands the concepts and performs addition and subtraction of fractions
• understands the concepts and performs simple multiplication of fractions
• calculates and uses simple percents of whole numbers in real world application

• uses a letter to represent an unknown number; writes and evaluates simple algebraic expressions with one variable by substitution
• identifies and graphs ordered pairs in the four quadrants of the coordinate plane
• describes, extends and makes generalizations about geometric and numeric patterns

• understands and computes the area and perimeter of irregular shapes labeling correct units
• understands and computes the volume and surface area of rectangular solids
• identifies, describes attributes of, measures, and draws angles, perpendicular and parallel lines, rectangles, and triangles by using appropriate tools (e.g., straightedge, ruler, compass, protractor, drawing software)

• understands and applies different ways of finding what is “typical” or “average” (mean, median and mode)
• reads, interprets, and constructs various types of graphs and explains which type is most appropriate for a given data set

• uses a variety of strategies to make estimates and solve problems (e.g., 34 + 57 + 26: estimates the sum as 35 + 60 + 25 = 120)
• expresses solutions clearly and logically using the appropriate terms, pictures and numbers
• explains and justifies solutions and strategies using mathematical vocabulary

Thinking Mathematically

• relate everyday language to mathematical language and symbols ( +, -, =, <, >, $, x, ÷)
• apply logical processes to problem-solving situations; screen relevant and irrelevant information
• logically communicate mathematical thinking using words and symbols
• explain and justify solutions and strategies used orally and in writing
• identify and evaluate various approaches to problems, choose one and solve problem; create word problems
• use calculator to assist in problem-solving situations and to discover numerical relationships, patterns, and concepts

Science

Scientific Process Skills

• work individually and as a team member to collect and share information
• conduct investigations to test a hypothesis and record results; begin to control variables in an experimental situation
• predict probable outcomes; use facts to support conclusions
• communicate scientific information in various ways through written materials, pictures, graphs, charts, or models

• a mixture combines two or more materials that retain their own properties
• a saturated solution results when a solvent has dissolved as much material as it can
• concentration is the amount of material dissolved in a measure of liquid
• volume is the three-dimensional space occupied by liquid
• when a change results from mixing two or more materials, that change is a chemical reaction creating a new product

• describe the people and events associated with the development of the U.S. Constitution
• understand the influence of location and physical setting on the founding of the original 13 colonies, and identify on a map the locations of the colonies
• know the location of the current 50 states and the names of their capitals
• describe the major pre-Columbian settlements
• trace the routes of early explorers and describe the early explorations of the Americas
• understand the political, religious, social, and economic institutions that evolved in the colonial era
• describe the introduction of slavery into America, the responses of slave families to their condition, and the institutionalization of slavery
• explain the causes of the American Revolution
• understand the course and consequences of the American Revolution

• use their knowledge of all the art elements to describe various works of art
• create an expressive abstract composition based on real objects
• use perspective in an original art work to create a real or imaginary scene
• identify and compare works of art from various regions of the United States
• develop and use specific criteria as individuals and in groups to assess works of art
• identify and design icons, logos, and other graphic symbols for ideas and information

• read, notate, listen to and describe music
• sing songs with accuracy and use instruments to play rhythmic and melodic ostinatos
• sing and play songs from diverse cultures
• make judgments about the quality of a musical performance
• describe how music communicates ideas and moods
• identify the elements of form, pattern and rhythm in other art forms
• identify how music is created

• participate in major team games, group games, and relays
• participate in rhythm activities: folk dances, jump rope
• participate in physical fitness testing
• demonstrate good health practices (e.g., nutrition, exercise, rest, health care)

• Information Literacy: Students learn to find, evaluate and use information in meaningful and responsible ways
• Library and Information Usage: Students learn to practice ethical and responsible behavior
• Literature Appreciation: Students learn to choose, enjoy and respond to a wide variety of literature