GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks Grade 5 English 2013-2014 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study: analogies).. 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. b. Describe character development in fiction. c. Describe the development of plot and explain how conflicts are resolved (narrative elements- character, setting, plot, theme) e. Describe how author s choice of vocabulary contributes to the author s style (author s purpose, point of view, theme, author s craft, imagery). h. Summarize supporting details from text. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. k. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 1: School Spirit and Building Relationships Selection: A Package For Mrs. Jewls Genre: Humorous Fiction pp.t12 - T56 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook (See list for options to use related to building relationships) Read Aloud: pp.t12-t13 Prepare to Read: pp.14-19 Cards: p. 18-19 Support / Extension: pp. T 40-T41 Card 1: Plot p.t13 Introduce new tradebook/ tradebook activities Reading Response Journal 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 c roots2 5.5 b character dev 5.5 c plot 5.5 e point of view 5.5 j cause effect 5.5 k predictions inferencing. Check: p. 3 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Deeper Understanding p. 36-37 (written) pp. 1-2 Selection Test of and : Quiz s Week 1 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 1 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. e. Write multi-paragraph compositions h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a. Use plural possessives. d. Use apostrophes in contractions and possessives. h. Edit for fragments and run-on sentences. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. a. Construct questions about a topic. b. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate and communicate information. Grammar Focus: Writing Complete Sentences Bk.1 pp.t46 T49 Spiral Review: Possessive Nouns Writing Focus: Fictional Narrative Bk.1 pp.t50 T52 Making Connections Bk. 1 p.t35 Grammar: 1.6, 1.7, 1.8 pp. 7-11 Writing: Plan,prewrite, draft, revise and publish a prompt: Fictional Narrative 1.9, 1.10, 1.11 p. 12 Daily prompts related to descriptive and fictional narrative writing from text (See T6 T7) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 1 p.t5 WriteSmart CD Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place 5.5 g Main ideas 5.8 b adjectives 5.8 h sentences 5.8 a possessive Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 Weekly Assessment 1.8 1.9 Final Fictional Narrative VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Imagine your school closes for the day, and you can do anything you wanted. Write to explain where you would go and why. (Fictional Narrative) Think of someone or something that is special to you. Write to explain what is special to you and why. (Descriptive Essay) Suggestion: Planning, draft w/revisions, final in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Gr 5 Writing rubric/checklist/pro mpts Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 2 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 1
Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study: analogies). e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Use text organizers such as type, headings, and graphics to predict and categorize information. b. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. d. Identify the main idea of nonfiction texts. e. Summarize supporting details in nonfiction texts. f. Identify structural patterns found in nonfiction texts. g. Locate information to support opinions, predictions, and conclusions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy Theme 1: School Spirit and Building Relationships Selections: Blasting off to Space Academy Genres: Informational Text pp.t 85-T 129 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook Read Aloud: pp.t 84-85 Prepare to Read: pp.t 86-T 89 Cards: p. T86-T 87 Support / Extension: pp. T 114-T 115 : Text and Graphic Features p.t90 Activities 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c roots 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 e dictionary 5.5 k i predictions inferencing 5.5e Author's Purpose 5.5 g Main ideas Check: p. 15 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Deepen T 110-T 111 pp. 13-14 (written) Selection Test of and : Quiz s Week 2 Reading Response Journal Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 3 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Organize information to convey a central idea. d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. e. Write multiparagraph compositions. f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and voice. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. i. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. c. Identify and use interjections. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d. Organize information presented on charts, maps, and graphs. Grammar Focus: Types of Sentences Bk. 1 pp.t120 T123 Spiral Review: Irregular Verbs Writing Focus: Descriptive Essay Bk.1 pp. T124 T127 Making Connections Bk.1 p.t109 Grammar: 2.6, 2.7, 2.8 pp.19-23 Writing: Plan, prewrite, draft, revise and publish prompt: Descriptive Essay 2.9, 2.10, 2.11 p.24 Daily prompts related to descriptive writing from text (See Bk. 1 T78 T79) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 1 p.t127 WriteSmart CD Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place 5.5 g Main ideas 5.8 b adjectives 5.8 h sentences Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 Weekly Assessment 2.8 2.9 Final Descriptive Essay VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Imagine your teacher asks you to bring something special to show the class. Write to describe the item and explain why you would like to show it. (Descriptive Essay) Think of someone who is brave. Write to describe this person and explain how he or she shows bravery. (Descriptive Essay) Suggestion: Use writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Writing rubric/checklist Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 4 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 2
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes;(word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study: analogies) e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. b. Describe character development in fiction. c. Describe the development of plot and explain how conflicts are resolved (narrative elements- character, setting, plot, theme) e. Describe how author s choice of vocabulary contributes to the author s style (author s purpose, point of view, theme, author s craft, imagery). h. Summarize supporting details from text. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. k. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 1: School Spirit and Building Relationships Selection: Off and running Genres: Realistic Fiction pp.152-189 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook Read Aloud: pp.158-159 Prepare to Read: pp.159 Cards: p. T160-161 Support / Extension: pp. 162-163 p.t 171 Activities 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c roots 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 e dictionary 5.5 b character dev Main ideas Fact Opinion 5.5e Author's Purpose 5.5 j cause effect Check: p. 15 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Think and Respond p. 105, p. 108 p. 16 (written) Selection Test of and : pp. A13-A16 Quiz s Week 3 Reading Response Journal Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 5 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology Grammar Focus: Grammar: WriteSmart CD Complete Harcourt Subjects and Predicates 3.6, 3.7, 3.8 Grammar Gold 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. e. Write multiparagraph compositions. f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and voice. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. e. Use quotation marks with dialogue. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Using Commas in Compound Sentences Writing Focus: Dialogue Bk. 1 pp.t194 T196 Spiral Review: Writing Titles Writing Focus: Descriptive Essay Bk.2 pp. T198 T200 Making Connections Bk.1 p.t183 pp.31-35 Writing: Plan, prewrite, draft, revise and publish a dialogue 3.9, 3.10, 3.11 p.36 Daily prompts related to descriptive writing from text (See Bk.1 T152 T153) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk.1 p.t201 Power Proofreading Education Place 5.8 b adjectives Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 5.8 h sentences Weekly Assessment 3.12 3.13 Final Dialogue VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Imagine you received a package in the mail from a special person. Using details, write about what happened when you opened the package. (Fictional Narrative) Think of an object that is important to you. Write to describe this object and explain why it is important to you. (Descriptive Essay) Suggestion: Planning, draft w/revisions, final in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Writing rubric/checklist Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 6 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words,homographs, homophones, word study: analogies). e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. b. Describe character development. c. Describe the development of plot and explain how conflicts are resolved (narrative elements- character, setting, plot, theme) e. Describe how author s choice of vocabulary contributes to the author s style (author s purpose, point of view, theme, author s craft, imagery). f. Identify sensory words and their effect on the reader. h. Summarize supporting details from text. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. k. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 1: School Spirit and Building Relationships Selection: Double Dutch Genre: Narrative Nonfiction pp.233-263 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook Read Aloud: pp.232-233 Prepare to Read: pp.236-237 Cards: p. T234-235 Support PB 39 T256-T257 Activities Reading Response Journal 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c roots 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 e dictionary 5.5 b character dev 5.5 c plot 5.5 e point of view 5.5 j cause effect 5.5 k i predictions inferencing Check: p. 39 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Stop and Think PT245-247 p. 37-38 (written) Selection Test of and : Oral Reading Fluency Assessment: p.t275 Week 4 Test Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 7 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Organize information to convey a central idea. d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. i. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. d. Use apostrophes in contractions and possessives. f. Use commas to indicate interrupters. h. Edit for fragments and run-on sentences. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Grammar Focus: Common and Proper Nouns Bk.1 pp.t266 T269 Spiral Review: Commas in sentences Writing Focus: Fictional Narrative Bk.1 pp. T270 T273 Making Connections Bk.1 p.t255 Grammar: 4.6, 4.7, 4.8 pp.43-46 Writing: Plan and prewrite a fictional narrative 4.9, 4.10 p.47 Daily prompts related to descriptive writing from text (See Bk.1 T226 T227) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 1 p.t273 WriteSmart CD Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place 5.8 d contractions 5.8 d contractions 5.8 h sentences 5.8 a possessive Weekly Assessment 4.8 4.9 Prewrite of Fictional Narrative VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Think about a favorite toy you have now or had when you were younger.describe the toy and tell why it is your favorite. (Descriptive Essay) Imagine one day you wake up and discover you are invisible. Write to describe where you go and what you do. (Fictional Narrative) Suggestion: Planning, draft w/revisions, final in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Writing rubric/checklist Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 8 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 4
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study: analogies) e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. a. Describe the relationship between text and previously read material. b. Describe character development. c. Describe the development of plot and explain how conflicts are resolved (narrative elements- character, setting, plot, theme) e. Describe how author s choice of vocabulary contributes to the author s style (author s purpose, point of view, theme, author s craft, imagery). h. Summarize supporting details from text. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 1: School Spirit and Building Relationships Selections: Elisa s Diary Genre: Realistic Fiction pp.t305-t335 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook (See list for options to use related to building relationships) Read Aloud: pp.t 304-T305 Prepare to Read: pp.t310-311 Cards: p. T306-307 Support / Ext: pp. 308-309 Introduce new tradebook Reading Response Journal 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 e dictionary 5.5 b character dev 5.5e Author's Purpose Main ideas 5 k i predictions inferencing Check: p. 51 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Think and Respond pp. T319,321,322 p.49,50 (written) Selection Test of and : Quiz s Week 5 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 9 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Organize information to convey a central idea. d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. e. Write multiparagraph compositions. f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and voice. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. b. Use adjective and adverb comparisons. h. Edit for fragments and run-on sentences. i. Eliminate double negatives. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. d. Organize information presented on charts, maps, and graphs. e. Develop notes that include important concepts, summaries, and identification of information sources. Grammar Focus: Plural and Collective Nouns Bk.1 pp.t338 T341 Spiral Review: Double Negatives Writing Focus: Fictional Narrative Bk.1 pp. T342-T345 Making Connections Bk.1 p.t327 Grammar: 5.6, 5.7, 5.8 pp.55-59 Writing: Draft, revise and publish a fictional narrative 5.9 p.60 Daily prompts related to descriptive writing from text (See Bk. 1 T298 T299) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 1 p.t345 WriteSmart CD Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place 5.8 a possessive 5.8 h sentences 5.5 g Main ideas 5.8 b adjectives 5.8 h sentences Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 Weekly Assessment 5.8 5.9 Final Fictional Narrative VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Imagine you find an old letter tucked inside a library book. The letter reveals that there is a hidden passageway somewhere at your school. Write about your search for the passageway and where it leads. (Fictional Narrative) Imagine something wonderful happened to you. Write to describe your experience. (Fictional Narrative) Suggestion: Complete in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Writing rubric/checklist Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 10 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 5
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words,homographs, homophones, word study: analogies). e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Use text organizers such as type, headings, and graphics to predict and categorize information. b. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. d. Identify the main idea of nonfiction texts. e. Summarize supporting details in nonfiction texts. f. Identify structural patterns found in nonfiction texts. g. Locate information to support opinions, predictions, and conclusions. h. Identify cause and effect relationships following transition words signaling the pattern. i. Differentiate between fact and opinion. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 2: Wild Encounters and Building Relationships Selection: Interrupted Journey Genre: Informational Text pp.t12-t45 Benchmark Leveled Reader Tradebook Read Aloud: pp.t12-13 Prepare to Read: pp.t15-16 Cards: p. T146-147 Support / Ext: pp. T 16-17 Smartboard CD Card 8: Think Along p.t51 Activities 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 c roots 5.4 e dictionary context clues 5.5 g Main ideas 5.5 k i predictions inferencing 5.5 j cause effect 5.6 i fact opinion Check: p. 63 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) p.61-72 (written) Selection Test of and : Quiz s Week 6 Reading Response Journal Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 11 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Organize information to convey a central idea. d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. e. Write multiparagraph compositions. g. Vary sentence structure by using transition words. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. h. Edit for fragments and run-on sentences. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Grammar Focus: Verbs Bk. 2 pp.t48 T51 Spiral Review: Complete Sentences Writing Focus: Cause and Effect Paragraph Bk.2 pp. T52-T55 Making Connections Bk. 2 p.t37 Grammar: 6.6, 6.7, 6.8 pp.67-71 Writing: Plan, prewrite, draft, revise, and publish a cause and effect paragraph 6.9, 6.10, 6.11 p.72 Daily prompts related to descriptive writing from text (See Bk.2 T6 T7) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 2 WriteSmart CD Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place 5.8 h sentences 5.5 g Main ideas 5.8 b adjectives 5.8 h sentences Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 Weekly Assessment 6.8 6.9 Final Cause and Effect Paragraph VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Think about something you would like to change about your school. Write to explain what you would change and why. (Cause and Effect Expository) People often help one another. Write to explain how you or someone you know helps others. (Cause and Effect Expository) Suggestion: Complete in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Writing rubric/checklist p.t55 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 12 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 6
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study,: analogies). d. Identify an author s use of figurative language. e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. c. Skim materials to develop a general overview of content and to locate specific information. d. Identify the main idea of nonfiction texts. e. Summarize supporting details in nonfiction texts. f. Identify structural patterns found in nonfiction. g. Locate information to support opinions, predictions, and conclusions. j. Identify, compare, and contrast relationships Theme 2: Wild Encounters Selection: Old Yeller Genres: Historical Fiction pp. T 81-T111 Benchmark Leveled Reader Tradebook Read Aloud: pp.202g -202H Prepare to Read: pp.202i 185 Cards: p. T63 Support / Ext: pp. S52 S53 Transparencies 77-79 and 84-85 Card 9: Author s Craft p.t52 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c roots 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 d Figurative Language 5.4 e dictionary Main ideas predictions inferencing Drawing conclusions Check: p. 37 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Think and Respond pp. 214, 219 p. 38 (written) Selection Test of and : pp. A33 A36 Quiz s Week 7 Activities Reading Response Journal Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 13 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and voice. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. f. Use commas to indicate interrupters. h. Edit for fragments and run-on sentences. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d. Organize information presented on charts, maps, and graphs. Grammar Focus: Direct and Indirect Objects Bk. 2 pp.t120 T123 Spiral Review: Kinds of Sentences Writing Focus: Poems Bk.2 pp. T124-T126 Making Connections Bk. 2 p.t109 Grammar: 7.6, 7.7, 7.8 pp.79-83 Writing: Plan, prewrite, draft, revise and publish a poem 7.9, 7.10, 7.11 p.84 Daily prompts related to descriptive and expository writing from text (See Bk.2 T80 T81) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 2 p.t127 WriteSmart CD Harcourt Grammar Gold Write On Read Write Think Power Proofreading Education Place 5.8 h sentences 5.8 k conjunctions Weekly Assessment 7.8 7.9 Final Poem VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Who is your favorite teacher? Write to describe which teacher you like best and explain what makes him or her special. (Cause and Effect/ Expository) Imagine you are any animal you want to be for a day. Write to tell where you live and what you do. Be sure to include details in your story. (Fictional Narrative/ Descriptive) Suggestion: Complete in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Writing rubric/checklist Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 14 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 7
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study: analogies). d. Identify an author s use of figurative language. e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. b. Describe character development in fiction. c. Describe the development of plot and explain how conflicts are resolved (narrative elements- character, setting, plot, theme) e. Describe how author s choice of vocabulary contributes to the author s style (author s purpose, point of view, theme, author s craft, imagery). f. Identify sensory words and their effect on the reader. h. Summarize supporting details from text. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. k. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 2: Wild Encounters Selection: Everglades Forever Genres: Narrative Nonfiction pp.t152-t186 Benchmark Leveled Reader Tradebook Read Aloud: pp.t158-159 Prepare to Read: T163 Cards: p. T160-161 Support / Ext: pp. T162 Questioning Teachacher s p.t164-165 Activities 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c roots 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 d Figurative Language 5.4 e dictionary 5.5 b character dev 5.5 c plot 5e Author's Purpose 5i Drawing conclusions 5.5 j cause effect Check: p. 87 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) pp. 85-96 (written) Selection Test of and : Quiz s Week 8 Reading Response Journal Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 15 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology Grammar: 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, Grammar WriteSmart CD to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. Focus: a. Identify intended audience. 8.6, 8.7, 8.8 Harcourt b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. Conjunctions Grammar Gold d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. pp.91-95 e. Write multiparagraph compositions. Write On f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and Bk. 2 Writing: voice. pp.t194 T197 Plan, prewrite, Read Write Think h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and draft, revise, and information. Spiral Review: publish Power i. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. Complete persuasive Proofreading Subjects and paragragh Predicates Education Place 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. k. Identify and use conjunctions. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d. Organize information presented on charts, maps, and graphs. Writing Focus: Persuasive Paragraph Bk.2 pp. T198-T200 Making Connections Bk. 2 p.t183 8.9, 8.10, 8.11 p.96 Daily prompts related to descriptive and expository writing from text (See Bk.2 T80 T81) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 2 5.8 h sentences 5.8 k conjunctions Weekly Assessment 8.12 8.13 Final Persuasive Paragraph VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) What is one item you would like to have? Write to describe the item and explain why you want it. (Persuasive/Expository) Think about a pet you would like to own. Write to explain what you would choose and why. (Persuasive/Expository) Suggestion: Planning, draft w/revisions, final in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL Writing rubric/checklist p.t201 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 16 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct Week 8
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study: analogies) e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. b. Describe character development in fiction. c. Describe the development of plot and explain how conflicts are resolved (narrative elements- character, setting, plot, theme) e. Describe how author s choice of vocabulary contributes to the author s style (author s purpose, point of view, theme, author s craft, imagery). f. Identify sensory words and their effect on the reader. h. Summarize supporting details from text. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. k. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. 5.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Use text organizers such as type, headings, and graphics to predict and categorize information. b. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. Theme 1: School Spirit and Theme 2: Wild Encounters Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook Review vocabulary and enabling objectives covered in weeks 1-8 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c roots 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 e dictionary 5.5 b character dev 5.5 c plot 5.5 e point of view 5.5 g Main ideas 5e Author's Purpose 5.5 j cause effect Oral Reading Fluency Assessment: Tradebook AR Test (continued next page) Week 9 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 17 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading continued Text Activities Technology d. Identify the main idea of nonfiction texts. e. Summarize supporting details in nonfiction texts. f. Identify structural patterns found in nonfiction texts. g. Locate information to support opinions, predictions, and conclusions. h. Identify cause and effect relationships following transition words signaling the pattern. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 1: School Spirit and Theme 2: Wild Encounters Benchmark Leveled Readers Review vocabulary and enabling objectives covered in weeks 1-8 5.5 g Main ideas 5.5 j cause effect Oral Reading Fluency Assessment: Tradebook AR Test Week 9 Tradebook Writing Continued on the next page Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 18 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 1 ST Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Organize information to convey a central idea. d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. e. Write multiparagraph compositions. f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and voice. g. Vary sentence structure by using transition words. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. i. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a. Use plural possessives. b. Use adjective and adverb comparisons. c. Identify and use interjections. d. Use apostrophes in contractions and possessives. e. Use quotation marks with dialogue. f. Use commas to indicate interrupters. h. Edit for fragments and run-on sentences. i. Eliminate double negatives. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. k. Identify and use conjunctions. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. a. Construct questions about a topic. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. c. Organize information presented on charts, maps, and graphs Lessons 1-5 Book 1 and Lessons 6-8 Book 2 Review rubrics, graphic writing organizers, and grammar objectives covered in weeks 1-8 Sharing of prompt responses from weeks 1-8 with peers or class Write On Read Write Think Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place Final Drafts with Grading Rubric For Selected Prompt Responses From Journals Writing rubric/checklist Week 9 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 19 https://www.thinkcentral.com Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available \\lcsfiles\textbook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 5 Teacher Direct
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GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks Grade 5 English 2013-2014 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of root words, prefixes, and suffixes; (word origins, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meaning words, homographs, homophones, word study: analogies). e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other wordreference materials. 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. f. Identify sensory words and their effect on the reader. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. k. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 2 Selection: Storm Warriors Genre: Historical Fiction pp. T 6-T47 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook (See list for options to use related to building relationships) Read Aloud: pp.t232-233 Prepare to Read: pp.t 238-239 Cards: p. T234-235 Support / Extension: T 253 Skill: Drawing Conclusions T 256-257 Introduce new tradebook/ tradebook activities Reading Response Journal Entries 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c roots2 5.4 e dictionaryreference 5.5 j cause effect 5.5i Drawing conclusions Check: pp99 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Think and Respond (written) Selection Test of and : pp. PB 97-108 Quiz s Week 10 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 1 Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available
GRADING PERIOD: 2 nd Nine Weeks Grade 5 2013-2014 Writing Text Activities Technology Grammar Grammar: Focus: WriteSmart CD 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Organize information to convey a central idea. d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. e. Write multiparagraph compositions. f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and voice. g. Vary sentence structure by using transition words. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. i. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. Complex Sentences w/ Subordinating Conjunctions, Independent and Dependent Clauses Bk.2 pp.t266 T269 9.6, 9.7, 9.8 pp. 103-107 Writing: Plan and prewrite a prompt: Response to Literature Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place 5.5 g Main ideas 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. h. Edit for fragments and run-on sentences. i. Eliminate double negatives. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. k. Identify and use conjunctions. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. a. Construct questions about a topic. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Spiral Review: Common and Proper Nouns Writing Focus: Response to Literature Bk.2 pp.t270 T273 Making Connections Bk. 2 p.t255 9.9, 9.10 p. 108 Daily prompts related to descriptive and explanatory writing from text (See T226 T227) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 2 p.t273 5.8 b adjectives 5.8 h sentences Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 2 Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available Weekly Assessment: 9.8 9.9 Prewrite for Response to Literature Prompt VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Think of your favorite place to eat. The location could be at home, school, a park, a restaurant, or another place. Write to explain why this is your favorite place to eat. (Opinion Essay) Your teacher gives you a camera and asks you to take pictures of three things you like at school. Explain what you take pictures of and why you like these things. (Descriptive Essay) uggestion: Planning, draft w/revisions, final in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL gr 5 rubric/checklist/pro mpts Week 10
Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. c. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones d. Identify an author s use of figurative language. 5.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. d. Identify the main idea of nonfiction texts. e. Summarize supporting details in nonfiction texts. f. Identify structural patterns found in nonfiction texts. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Theme 2: Wild Encounters Selection: Cougars Genres: Nonfiction Informational Text pp. T 298-T335 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook Read Aloud: pp.t304-t305 Prepare to Read: pp.308-309 Cards: p. TT306-T307 Support / Extension: pp. T308-309 Main Idea+Details p.t325 5.4 ab context clues 5.4 c synonyms 5.4 c roots2 5.4 c Homophones 5.5 g Main ideas 5.4 d Figurative Language Check: pp. 111 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Think and Respond pp. 315, 317, 321 (written) pp.108-110 (written) Selection Test of and : Week 11 Activities Reading Response Journal Entries pp. 120 Quiz s Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 3 Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available
GRADING PERIOD: 2 nd Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology Grammar Grammar: WriteSmart CD 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. a. Identify intended audience. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Organize information to convey a central idea. d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. e. Write multiparagraph compositions. f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone and voice. g. Vary sentence structure by using transition words. h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. i. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. Focus: Direct Quotations and Writing Dialogue Bk.2 pp.t338 T341 10.6, 10.7, 10.8 pp. 115-119 Writing: Draft, revise, and publish a final prompt for the week: Response to Literature Harcourt Grammar Gold Power Proofreading Education Place 5.5 g Main ideas 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. e. Use quotation marks with dialogue. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. a. Construct questions about a topic. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. e. Develop notes that include important concepts, summaries, and identification of information sources. g. Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism. Spiral Review: Singular and Plural Nouns Writing Focus: Response to Literature Bk.2 pp.t342 T345 Making Connections Bk. 2 p.t327 10.9 p. 120 Daily prompts related to descriptive and explanatory writing from text (See T298 T299) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 2 p.t345 5.8 b adjectives 5.8 h sentences Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 Weekly Assessment: 10.8 10.9 Final Response to Literature Prompt VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Imagine a local newspaper reporter wants to know about your favorite school event. Write to describe the event and explain why it is your favorite. (Descriptive/Explanatory Essay) Think about a time when you were brave. Perhaps you had to speak in front of a class, do something that was difficult, or ride a fast roller coaster. Write about what happened. Be specific and include details. (Descriptive Essay) Suggestion: Planning, draft w/revisions, final in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL gr 5 rubric/checklist/pro mpts Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 4 Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available Week 11
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Reading Text Activities Technology 5.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use context and sentence structure to determine Theme 3: Read Aloud: meanings Revolution and differentiate among multiple meaning words. pp.t12-13 5.4 ab context e. Use dictionary, glossary, thesaurus, and other word- Selections: clues reference materials. Dangerous 5.4 e dictionary g. Study word meanings across content areas. Crossing 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. b. Describe character development in fiction. c. Describe the development of plot and explain how conflicts are resolved (narrative elements- character, setting, plot, theme) f. Identify and ask questions that clarify various points of view. i. Draw conclusions and make inferences from text. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. k. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. 5.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Use text organizers such as type, headings, and graphics to predict and categorize information.. d. Identify the main idea of nonfiction texts. h. Identify cause and effect relationships following transition words signaling the pattern. k. Identify new information gained from reading. l. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. m. Read with fluency and accuracy. Genre: Historical Fiction pp. T6-T45 Benchmark Leveled Readers Tradebook Prepare to Read: pp.t16-t17 Cards: p. T14-15 Support / Extension: pp. T35 Cause &Effect p.t38-t39 Activities Reading Response 5.5 c plot 5.5 j cause effect 5.4 d Figurative Language Check: T35 Check: Guided Reading Discussions (oral) Think and Respond pp. 310, 315 (written) p. 121-123 (written) Selection Test of and : Quiz s Week 12 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 5 Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available
GRADING PERIOD: 2 nd Nine Weeks (continued) Grade 5 Writing Text Activities Technology Grammar: WriteSmart CD 5.7 The student will write for a variety of purposes: to describe, to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. Grammar Focus: 11.6, 11.7, 11.8 a. Identify intended audience. Subject and Harcourt b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. Object Grammar Gold c. Organize information to convey a central idea. Pronouns pp. 127-131 d. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. Power Writing: e. Write multiparagraph compositions. Proofreading Prewrite, draft, f. Use precise and descriptive vocabulary to create tone Bk.3 revise, and and voice. pp.t48 T51 Education Place publish a final g. Vary sentence structure by using transition words. prompt for the h. Revise for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and Spiral Review: 5.5 g Main ideas week: information. Action Verbs Opinion i. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. 5.8 b adjectives Paragragh 5.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. j. Use correct spelling of commonly used words. k. Identify and use conjunctions. 5.9 The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product. (Bold objectives indicate new material). a. Construct questions about a topic. b. Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c. Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Writing Focus: Writing Opinion Paragraph Bk.3 pp.t52 T55 Making Connections Bk. 3 p.t37 11.9, 11.10, 11.11 p. 132 Daily prompts related to descriptive and explanatory writing from text (See T. Bk. 3 T6 T7) Writing Traits Rubric: Bk. 3 p.t55 5.8 h sentences Parts of Speech Parts of Speech 2 Weekly Assessment: 11.9 11.10 Writing Prompt: Final Opinion Paragragh VDOE Prompts: (2 per week required) Suppose you had the opportunity to travel anywhere you wanted. Write to explain where you would go and why. (Descriptive/Explanatory Essay) Imagine one day you are allowed to create a rule for students to follow. Explain the rule you create and why you choose to make that rule. Be sure to include details. (Descriptive/ Explanatory Essay) Suggestion: Planning, draft w/revisions, final in writing journal to keep for review prior to Writing SOL gr 5 writing rubric/checklist/pro mpts Week 12 Curriculum work Reading Blueprint 6 Writing Blueprint ESS will be added when available