Memorization

1. Scripture verses, catechism, hymns

Bible Study – Bible, Catechism, Hymnal

1. Regular study of God’s Word, especially through Bible stories
2. Follow-up activities to reinforce concepts taught
3. Regular classroom worship
4. Weekly chapel

Literature

1. Reading and novel study
2. Continuation of fluid reading
3. Comprehension skills, some instruction on word attack
4. Written expression
5. Study skills/test taking skills
6. In depth study of selected novels
7. Use school library

English – Shurley Grammar

1. Grammar, sentence structure, mechanics, diagramming
2. Structured and creative writing
3. Book reports-oral and written
4. Writing a research paper
5. Listening skills
6. Oral communication skills

Spelling – Spalding

1. Weekly list (25 words)
2. New words based on core (high frequency words)
3. High priority word list (100 words)
4. Weekly writing/spelling sample
5. Weekly sentence dictation test

Handwriting – D’Nealian Cursive

1. Cursive handwriting
2. Weekly practice worksheets
3. Using notebook paper to help make transition to daily work
4. Self-evaluation opportunities

Texas History – Harcourt

1. Geography of Texas
2. Historical study of the development of Texas from the Native Americans to statehood and today
3. Projects/research paper

Math – Saxon

1. Incremental approach (continual review)
2. Systematic development of problem-solving strategies
3. Calendar, clock, money, measurement
4. Analyzing data, exploring number theory
5. Continue with addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, place value, fractions, decimals, integers, ratios and percent
6. Continued practice using mental math, estimation, and probability
7. Beginnings of Algebra and Geometry
8. Time computation tests
9. Logic

Science

1. Cultivate wonder of created world
2. Emphasis on scientific inquiry and observation skills
3. Units of study include ecology, astronomy, sound, plants, the human body, electricity and magnetism, solutions, acids and bases, and more

Latin – Mars Hill – Book II

1. Correct pronunciation of letters and words
2. Acquisition of Latin vocabulary
3. Latin derivatives in English
4. Grammar in Latin and English
5. Paradigms in chants
6. Latin quotes and expressions
7. Simple translation
8. Roman history & Greek/Roman mythology

Music

1. Recorder (plastic flute)
2. Note names and values
3. Field trip to symphony
4. Choir participation

Computer

1. Keyboard/word processing

Physical Education

1. Developmental skills (large/fine motor skills)
2. Exercise, track skills, running, developmental games for sports, fitness skills

Enrichment

1. Outdoor Education
2. Celebrate Life Week
3. Christmas and school programs
4. Sports
5. Field Day
6. Reading incentive programs