Curriculum Outline - Fifth Grade

1. Reading
   • Introduction to Literature
     • Fiction
     • Nonfiction
     • Poetry
     • Drama
   • Comprehension Skills
     • Reading Strategies
     • Cause and Effect
     • Order
     • Comparison and Contrast
     • Main Idea
     • Drawing Conclusions
   • Vocabulary Development
   • Research Skills
     • Library Skills
     • Dictionary and Glossary
     • Encyclopedia
2. Spelling
   • Spelling and Vocabulary Development
   • Correct Spelling in all Written Work
3. Language
   • Basic Grammar
   • Word Mechanics and Usage
   • Writing Sentences and Paragraphs
   • Writing Letters
   • Writing Essays
   • Creative Writing
4. Math
   • Review of Basic Skills
   • Advanced Multiplication
   • Division
   • Fractions/Decimals
   • Time, Money, Measurement
   • Ratio/Percent
   • Basic Geometry
5. Social Studies
   • U.S. Geography
   • Highlights of American History
   • Famous Americans
   • Traditions and Ideas of the United States
   • Reading the Newspaper/Current Events
6. Health/Science
   • Classification
   • The Cell
   • Changes Through Time
   • Solar System
   • Environment/Ecology
   • Matter, Light, Sound
   • Basic Nutrition
7. Art
   • Basic Principles/Concepts
   • Introduction to Art History
8. P. E.
   • Motor Skill Development
   • Team Sports
   • Sportsmanship
   • Basic Exercise
9. Computers
   • Computer Care and Skills
   • Keyboarding
   • Introduction to Programming