4th-5th GRADE CLASSES
ART
Students will complete art projects that transport them back in time to historical eras that align with their history unit. They will use creativity and imagination as they integrate art with learning in other subjects. Students will be encouraged to bring their work home to decorate their homes and lives outside of school.
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Supplies will be provided.
MATH
In the classroom, we will make math come alive! We will be playing math facts games and practicing applicable real-world math such as measurements, weights, shapes, time, number sequence, money, graphing, fractions, and more. On home days, students will use Teaching Textbooks for online lessons and problems. Teaching Textbooks has automated grading so a parent will just need to submit grades to the teacher.
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Teaching Textbooks: You can purchase new or used CDs (prices range from $40 used to $119.90 new) or subscribe to the online version for $43.08. (http://teachingtextbooks.com) Note: If purchasing used, choose Version 2.0 which comes with automated grading. If you are uncertain of your student's math grade level, use the assessments found on the Teaching Textbooks website before ordering.
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Computer with internet access (and a disc drive if using CDs)
MUSIC with Mrs. Black
Music is a chance for every student to shine! In this class students will learn to sing in rounds, play pitched and unpitched percussion instruments, and begin reading and writing in the languages of music. The semester will culminate in a public showcase for family and friends.
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Folder for music handouts
PE GAMES
In PE students will learn that exercise is, and should be, FUN! This class will be held outdoors whenever possible, in sun and snow. Students will learn how to play together and work on individual skills. Group games will be taught and laughter will be had during activities such as soccer, basketball, kickball, jump rope, four square, tag and many others.
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Students will need clothing appropriate for exercise.
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Sneakers are necessary and proper outdoor attire will be expected in cold weather.
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Older students will be encouraged to bring antiperspirants to class.
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No purchases required.
PUBLIC SPEAKING with Mrs. Olsen
Students will choose topics, create keyword outlines and use outlines to speak to classmates in a conversational tone. We will have fun incorporating visual aids and discovering that public speaking is not so scary, after all. No purchases required.
SCIENCE
Making science come alive and be fun is the goal of the course! Not only will this science class teach about our world's intricacies, but it will also allow for critical thinking. Students will have the opportunity to explore their ideas and test their hypothesis through hands-on experiments.
Required Materials:
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None, supplies will be purchased by the teacher
SPANISH 4-5 with Mrs. Sander
Students will begin learning Spanish through fun classroom activities and an at-home online program. The class will develop the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Integrated music will help students with vocabulary and fluency while encouraging the joy of singing.
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Taught in class and with Risas y Sonrisas online curriculum. Supplies and curriculum will be ordered in bulk by EMERGE, then families will reimburse the school.
SPELLING
In class, students will practice their spelling with games and activities. At home, students use All About Spelling, a very hands-on curriculum that even reluctant spellers enjoy. Students work at their own level so they achieve a strong foundation in spelling.
Required Materials
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All About Spelling Basic Interactive Kit (One per family for 4th-5th grade students). New for $22.85 at https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/basic-spelling-interactive-kit/
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All About Spelling Workbooks, one per semester. New students should start at level 1 or 2 regardless of grade level. A placement test for new students is at the bottom of Returning students should continue where they left off the prior year.
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Level 1 Combo: $29.95 at
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Level 2 Combo: $39.95 at
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Level 3 Combo: $40.00 at
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Level 4 Combo: $39.95 at
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Level 5 Combo: $39.95 at
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Level 6 Combo: $39.95 at
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Level 7 Combo: $39.95 at
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2’ x 3’ (or larger) magnetic white board
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White board markers
WRITING
IEW Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales Writing Lessons: $29.00
https://iew.com/shop/products/fables-myths-and-fairy-tales-writing-lessons-student-book-only-0
GRAMMAR
Easy Grammar curriculum. Purchase only 1 of the 2 workbooks based on the child's grade level.
Easy Grammar 4 Student Workbook: $14.95
Easy Grammar 5 Student Workbook: $14.95