ELA 4 Summit provides a well-balanced approach to literacy that connects reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling into one integrated program. Dedicated time for keyboarding practice is also included. The course is made up of 12 units. Each unit contains workshops that center on one major focus (reading, writing, or word study) for instruction and reinforcement of big ideas. In reading workshops, students read independently in a variety of genres and formats—fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and magazines—before exploring each text through various activities. In writing workshops, students analyze model writing samples and then work through the writing process to develop original compositions of their own. They learn about grammar, usage, and mechanics and apply those skills as they revise and proofread their work. In word study workshops, students grow their vocabulary by learning the meanings of groups of conceptually related words. Students also learn to focus on spelling patterns that are necessary to be fluent, proficient readers, writers, and spellers.
Students perform experiments to develop skills of observation and analysis, and learn how scientists understand the world. They demonstrate how pulleys lift heavy objects, make a temporary magnet and test its strength, and analyze the parts of a flower.
The life science curriculum invites students to investigate the world of living things—at levels both large and small—by
reading, observing, and experimenting with aspects of life on Earth. Students explore an amazing variety of organisms,
the complex workings of the cell, the relationship between living things and their environments, and discoveries in
the world of modern genetics. Practical, hands-on lesson activities help students discover how scientists investigate
the living world. Students perform laboratory activities and a full-unit investigation to learn about the application of
scientific methods.>
The life science curriculum invites students to investigate the world of living things—at levels both large and small—by
reading, observing, and experimenting with aspects of life on Earth. Students explore an amazing variety of organisms,
the complex workings of the cell, the relationship between living things and their environments, and discoveries in
the world of modern genetics. Practical, hands-on lesson activities help students discover how scientists investigate
the living world. Students perform laboratory activities and a full-unit investigation to learn about the application of scientific methods.
This course continues the development of comprehension and analysis of informational and fictional texts with an
ongoing emphasis on reading strategies. Students express themselves using standard (formal) English in written and
oral presentations. Analyzing and practicing the form and structure of various genres of writing enhances students’
communication skills. Students study a variety of media to understand informational and persuasive techniques, explicit and implied messages, and how visual and auditory cues affect messages. Grammar, usage, and mechanics skills are deepened. Students continue to widen their vocabulary and apply acquisition strategies. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the curriculum while creating a sense of community
This course continues the development of comprehension and analysis of informational and fictional texts with an
ongoing emphasis on reading strategies. Students express themselves using standard (formal) English in written and
oral presentations. Analyzing and practicing the form and structure of various genres of writing enhances students’
communication skills. Students study a variety of media to understand informational and persuasive techniques, explicit and implied messages, and how visual and auditory cues affect messages. Grammar, usage, and mechanics skills are deepened. Students continue to widen their vocabulary and apply acquisition strategies. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the curriculum while creating a sense of community
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ELA 4 Summit provides a well-balanced approach to literacy that connects reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling into one integrated program. Dedicated time for keyboarding practice is also included. The course is made up of 12 units. Each unit contains workshops that center on one major focus (reading, writing, or word study) for instruction and reinforcement of big ideas. In reading workshops, students read independently in a variety of genres and formats—fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and magazines—before exploring each text through various activities. In writing workshops, students analyze model writing samples and then work through the writing process to develop original compositions of their own. They learn about grammar, usage, and mechanics and apply those skills as they revise and proofread their work. In word study workshops, students grow their vocabulary by learning the meanings of groups of conceptually related words. Students also learn to focus on spelling patterns that are necessary to be fluent, proficient readers, writers, and spellers.