5th Grade Curriculum

Science

*Microworlds
*Ecosystems
*Floating and Sinking
*Magnets and Motors

Social Studies

*Colonial America -Sail America Simulation
*Revolutionary War
*Oregon Trail -Simulation
*Civil War-Underground Railroad Simulation

Spelling

*Lists consist of 14 high frequency words
*Lists are given out at the beginning of each year
*Pre test on Monday, final test on Friday
*Every third week will be a review lesson using dictation sentences
*Spelling is emphasized in all subject areas

English

*The text is used to study different parts of speech and different forms of writing.
*We will work on narrative, expository, and persuasive writing in preparation for the ISAT's.