Competency Goal 1

The learner will apply enabling strategies and skills to read and write.

1.01 Apply phonics and structural analysis to decode words (e.g., roots, suffixes, prefixes, less common vowel patterns, syllable breaks).
1.02 Apply meanings of common prefixes and suffixes to decode words in text to assist comprehension.
1.03 Integrate prior experiences and all sources of information in the text (graphophonic, syntactic, and semantic) when reading orally and silently.
1.04 Increase sight vocabulary, reading vocabulary, and writing vocabulary through:

• wide reading.
• word study.
• listening.
• discussion.
• book talks.
• book clubs.
• seminars.
• viewing.
• role play.
• studying author's craft.

1.05 Use word reference materials (e.g., dictionary, glossary) to confirm decoding skills, verify spelling, and extend meanings of words.
1.06 Read independently daily from self-selected materials (consistent with the student's independent reading level) to:

• increase fluency.
• build background knowledge.
• extend vocabulary.

Competency Goal 2

The learner will apply strategies and skills to comprehend text that is read, heard, and viewed.

2.01 Use metacognitive strategies to comprehend text (e.g., reread, read ahead, ask for help, adjust reading speed, question, paraphrase, retell).
2.02 Interact with the text before, during, and after reading, listening, or viewing by:

• setting a purpose.
• previewing the text.
• making predictions.
• asking questions.
• locating information for specific purposes.
• making connections.
• using story structure and text organization to comprehend.

2.03 Read a variety of texts, including:

• fiction (short stories, novels, fantasies, fairy tales, fables).
• nonfiction (biographies, letters, articles, procedures and instructions, charts, maps).
• poetry (proverbs, riddles, limericks, simple poems).
• drama (skits, plays).

2.04 Identify and interpret elements of fiction and nonfiction and support by referencing the text to determine the:

• author's purpose.
• plot.
• conflict.
• sequence.
• resolution.
• lesson and/or message.
• main idea and supporting details.
• cause and effect.
• fact and opinion.
• point of view (author and character).
• author's use of figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, imagery).

2.05 Draw conclusions, make generalizations, and gather support by referencing the text.
2.06 Summarize main idea(s) from written or spoken texts using succinct language.
2.07 Explain choice of reading materials congruent with purposes (e.g., solving problems, making decisions).
2.08 Listen actively by:

• facing the speaker.
• making eye contact.
• asking questions to clarify the message.
• asking questions to gain additional information and ideas.

Competency Goal 3

The learner will make connections through the use of oral language, written language, and media and technology.

3.01 Respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama using interpretive, critical, and evaluative processes by:

• considering the differences among genres.
• relating plot, setting, and characters to own experiences and ideas.
• considering main character's point of view.
• participating in creative interpretations.
• making inferences & drawing conclusions about characters & events.
• reflecting on learning, gaining new insights, and identifying areas for further study.

3.02 Identify and discuss similarities and differences in events, characters, concepts and ideas within and across selections and support them by referencing the text.
3.03 Use text and own experiences to verify facts, concepts, and ideas.
3.04 Make informed judgments about television productions.
3.05 Analyze, compare and contrast printed and visual information (e.g., graphs, charts, maps).
3.06 Conduct research for assigned and self-selected projects (with assistance) from a variety of sources (e.g., print and non-print texts, artifacts, people, libraries, databases, computer networks).

Competency Goal 4

The learner will apply strategies and skills to create oral, written, and visual texts.

4.01 Read aloud grade-appropriate text with fluency, comprehension, and expression.
4.02 Use oral and written language to:

• present information in a sequenced, logical manner.
• discuss.
• sustain conversation on a topic.
• share information and ideas.
• recount or narrate.
• answer open-ended questions.
• report information on a topic.
• explain own learning.

4.03 Share written and oral products in a variety of ways (e.g., author's chair, book making, publications, discussions, presentations).
4.04 Use planning strategies (with assistance) to generate topics and to organize ideas (e.g., drawing, mapping, discussing, listing).
4.05 Identify (with assistance) the purpose, the audience, and the appropriate form for the oral or written task.
4.06 Compose a draft that conveys major ideas and maintains focus on the topic by using preliminary plans.
4.07 Compose a variety of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama selections using self-selected topics and forms (e.g., poems, simple narratives, short reports, learning logs, letters, notes, directions, instructions).
4.08 Focus reflection and revision (with assistance) on target elements by:

• clarifying ideas.
• adding descriptive words and phrases.
• sequencing events and ideas.
• combining short, related sentences.
• strengthening word choice.

4.09 Produce work that follows the conventions of particular genres (e.g., personal narrative, short report, friendly letter, directions and instructions).
4.10 Explore technology as a tool to create a written product.

Competency Goal 5

The learner will apply grammar and language conventions to communicate effectively.

5.01 Use correct capitalization (e.g., geographical place names, holidays, special events, titles) and punctuation (e.g., commas in greetings, dates, city and state; underlining book titles; periods after initials and abbreviated titles; apostrophes in contractions).
5.02 Use correct subject/verb agreement.
5.03 Demonstrate understanding by using a variety of complete sentences (declarative, imperative, interrogative, and exclamatory) in writing and speaking.
5.04 Compose two or more paragraphs with:

• topic sentences.
• supporting details.
• appropriate, logical sequence.
• sufficient elaboration.

5.05 Use a number of strategies for spelling (e.g., sound patterns, visual patterns, silent letters, less common letter groupings).
5.06 Proofread own writing for spelling and correct most misspellings independently with reference to resources (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, word walls).
5.07 Edit (with assistance) to use conventions of written language and format.
5.08 Create readable documents with legible handwriting (manuscript and cursive).

Competency Goal 1

The learner will characterize qualities of good citizenship by identifying people who made a difference in the community and other social environments.

Objectives

1.01 Identify and demonstrate characteristics of responsible citizenship and explain how citizen participation can impact changes within a community.

1.02 Recognize diverse local, state, and national leaders, past and present, who demonstrate responsible citizenship.

1.03 Identify and explain the importance of civic responsibility, including but not limited to, obeying laws and voting.

1.04 Explain the need for leaders in communities and describe their roles and responsibilities.

1.05 Suggest responsible courses of action in given situations and assess the consequences of irresponsible behavior.

1.06 Identify selected personalities associated with major holidays and cultural celebrations.

Competency Goal 2

The learner will analyze the multiple roles that individuals perform in families, workplaces, and communities.

Objectives

2.01 Distinguish and compare economic and social roles of children and adults in the local community to selected communities around the world.

2.02 Analyze similarities and differences among families in different times and in different places.

2.03 Describe similarities and differences among communities in different times and in different places.

Competency Goal 3

The learner will examine how individuals can initiate change in families, neighborhoods, and communities.

Objectives

3.01 Analyze changes, which have occurred in communities past and present.

3.02 Describe how individuals, events, and ideas change over time.

3.03 Compare and contrast the family structure and the roles of its members over time.

Competency Goal 4

The learner will explain geographic concepts and the relationship between people and geography in real life situations.

Objectives

4.01 Distinguish between various types of maps and globes.

4.02 Use appropriate source maps to locate communities.

4.03 Use geographic terminology to describe and explain variations in the physical environment as communities.

4.04 Compare how people in different communities adapt to or modify the physical environment to meet their needs.

Competency Goal 5

The learner will apply basic economic principles to the study of communities.

Objectives

5.01 Define and identify examples of scarcity.

5.02 Explain the impact of scarcity on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

5.03 Apply concepts of specialization and division of labor to the local community.

5.04 Compare and contrast the division of labor in local and global communities.

5.05 Distinguish and analyze the economic resources within communities.

5.06 Recognize and explain reasons for economic interdependence of communities.

5.07 Identify historic figures and leaders who have influenced the economies of communities and evaluate the effectiveness of their contributions.

Competency Goal 6

The learner will recognize how technology is used at home, school, and in the community.

Objectives

6.01 Describe and assess ways in which technology is used in a community's economy.

6.02 Identify and describe contributions made by community leaders in technology.

6.03 Identify the impact of technological change on communities around the world.

Competency Goal 7

The learner will analyze the role of real and fictional heroes in shaping the culture of communities.

Objectives

7.01 Identify the deeds of local and global leaders.

7.02 Assess the heroic deeds of characters from folktales and legends.

7.03 Explore the role of selected fictional characters in creating new communities.

Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

1.01 Identify, discuss, and chart uses of technology in the community (e.g., farmers, grocery, restaurant, veterinarian, medical and emergency services). (1)

1.02 Identify the function of common computing devices (e.g., input, output, processing). (1)

1.03 Recognize, discuss, and use responsible and safe behavior in the use of technology resources. (1)

1.04 Demonstrate knowledge of individual's rights of ownership of created works by citing sources. (1)

1.05 Identify, discuss, and visually represent uses of databases in the community (e.g., school, grocery, pharmacy, business) to collect, organize, and display information. (2)

1.06 Identify, discuss, and use database terms (e.g., data entry, field, record, list, sort, search/filter, keyword). (2)

1.07 Recognize spreadsheets as a tool to organize, calculate, and graph information to make predictions. (3)

1.08 Identify and discuss spreadsheet terms/concepts (e.g., cell, column, row, values, labels, chart, graph). (3)

1.09 Identify and use formatting terms/concepts (e.g., font size/style, line spacing, margins, italic). (4)

1.10 Recognize that Copyright Laws protect creative works of individuals/groups/companies. (4)

1.11 Identify and discuss guidelines for media (e.g., personal information, images, content, language) to consider in developing multimedia projects as a class. (5)

1.12 Identify and discuss Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines as a class. (5)

1.13 Identify and discuss use of rubrics to define and evaluate elements (e.g., content, purpose, usefulness) of class multimedia projects. (5)

1.14 Identify, discuss, and use terms/concepts (e.g., web browser, URL, keyword, search engine, weblinks). (6)

1.15 Recognize, discuss, and demonstrate responsible and safe online behavior as a class/group. (6)

1.16 Cite sources of information (print and nonprint) for a class project. (6)

1.17 Identify and discuss collaborative tools (e.g., email, messaging, videoconferencing). (6)

Competency Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

Objectives:

2.01 Select and use appropriate features and functions of hardware and software for class assignments. (1)

2.02 Discuss and select appropriate technology tools (e.g., probeware, digital cameras, handhelds) to collect, analyze, and display data. (1)

2.03 Use prepared databases to search/filter and sort alphabetically/numerically in ascending/descending order. (2)

2.04 Modify prepared databases to enter/edit additional information and cite the source. (2)

2.05 Plan, discuss, and use keyword search/filter using one criterion in prepared databases. (2)

2.06 Enter/edit data in a prepared spreadsheet to perform calculations. Identify and discuss the changes that occur as a class/group. (3)

2.07 Demonstrate correct finger placement for home row keys. (4)

2.08 Use menu/tool bar functions (e.g., font size/style, line spacing) to format and change the appearance of word processing documents as a class/group. (4)

2.09 Identify, discuss, and use multimedia tools (e.g., capture, create, edit, publish). (5)

2.10 Modify/edit an existing multimedia project to include branching and identify added sources as a class. (5)

2.11 Investigate teacher-selected Internet resources about communities; discuss and compare findings for usefulness as a class. (6)

Competency Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

Objectives:

3.01 Recognize, discuss, and use graphs to display and interpret data in prepared spreadsheets; identify and cite sources. (3)

3.02 Enter/edit data in a prepared spreadsheet to perform calculations and determine which graph best represents the data as a class/group. (3)

3.03 Use word processing as a tool to write, edit, and publish sentences, paragraphs, and stories. (4)

3.04 Identify, discuss, and use multimedia to present ideas/concepts/information in a variety of ways as a class. (5)

Competency Goal 1: The learner will conduct investigations and build an understanding of plant growth and adaptations.

Objectives

1.01 Observe and measure how the quantities and qualities of nutrients, light, and water in the environment affect plant growth.

1.02 Observe and describe how environmental conditions determine how well plants survive and grow in a particular environment.

1.03 Investigate and describe how plants pass through distinct stages in their life cycle including.

• Growth.
• Survival.
• Reproduction.

1.04 Explain why the number of seeds a plant produces depends on variables such as light, water, nutrients, and pollination.

1.05 Observe and discuss how bees pollinate flowers.

1.06 Observe, describe and record properties of germinating seeds.

Competency Goal 2: The learner will conduct investigations to build understanding of soil properties.

Objectives

2.01 Observe and describe the properties of soil:

• Color.
• Texture.
• Capacity to hold water.

2.02 Investigate and observe that different soils absorb water at different rates.

2.03 Determine the ability of soil to support the growth of many plants, including those important to our food supply.

2.04 Identify the basic components of soil:

• Sand.
• Clay.
• Humus.

2.05 Determine how composting can be used to recycle discarded plant and animal material.

2.06 Determine the relationship between heat and decaying plant matter in a compost pile.

Competency Goal 3: The learner will make observations and use appropriate technology to build an understanding of the earth/moon/sun system.

Objectives

3.01 Observe that light travels in a straight line until it strikes an object and is reflected and/or absorbed.

3.02 Observe that objects in the sky have patterns of movement including:

• Sun.
• Moon.
• Stars.

3.03 Using shadows, follow and record the apparent movement of the sun in the sky during the day.

3.04 Use appropriate tools to make observations of the moon.

3.05 Observe and record the change in the apparent shape of the moon from day to day over several months and describe the pattern of changes.

3.06 Observe that patterns of stars in the sky stay the same, although they appear to move across the sky nightly.

Competency Goal 4: The learner will conduct investigations and use appropriate technology to build an understanding of the form and function of the skeletal and muscle systems of the human body.

Objectives

4.01 Identify the skeleton as a system of the human body.

4.02 Describe several functions of bones:

• Support.
• Protection.
• Locomotion.

4.03 Describe the functions of different types of joints:

• Hinge.
• Ball and socket.
• Gliding.

4.04 Describe how different kinds of joints allow movement and compare this to the movement of mechanical devices.

4.05 Observe and describe how muscles cause the body to move.