Religion – Concordia Publishing House

Memorization

1. Bible verses, catechism, hymns
2. Twice a week recitation in opening devotions

Bible Study

1. Regular study of God’s Word/Bible lessons in New Testament and Old Testament
2. Workbook included

Literature

1. Daily reading (silent/oral)
2. Literature folders focusing on comprehension of materials read
3. Quizzes/Tests
4. Use of Bloom’s Taxonomy/higher-level questioning
5. In-depth study of selected award-winning novels
6. Listening to novels and stories read aloud by teacher
7. Introduction to Caldecott & Newbery Award books

English – Shurley Grammar

1. Grammar, sentence structure, mechanics, diagramming
2. Structured and creative writing (narrative, expository, descriptive, book reports, and chapter summaries)

Spelling – Spalding Method

Phonemic Awareness

1. Dictation using the Spaulding Method
2. Review of the 87 phonograms
3. Multi-sensory approach

Handwriting – D’Nealian

1. Cursive review (capitals and lower case)
2. Punctuation marks and numbers
3. Emphasis on legibility in all subjects

Math – Saxon Intermediate 3

1. Incremental approach (continual review)
2. Concepts:  addition, subtraction, multiplication, division facts; data interpretation
3. Timed computation tests; mental computation
4. Problem-solving strategies
5. Estimation
6. Memorization of math multiplication facts 0-12

Science – Bob Jones

1. Life, earth, physical science
2. Hands-on experiments
3. Projects
4. Group work

History – Veritas

1. New Testament and Ancient Greece and Rome
2. Study and memorization of timeline and significant events
3. Ancient geography and map skills study

Latin – Martha Wilson-Eanon Press – Latin Primer Book I

1. Correct pronunciation of letters and words
2. Acquisition of approximately 350 words
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. Vocal development
2.  “Choir”- preparation for singing in chapel services and programs
3. Field trip to symphony

Computer

1. Keyboard/word processing

Enrichment

1. Art (Arts Attack 3 Curriculum)
2. Physical Education
3. Field Trips
4. Outdoor Education
5. Musicals/Christmas Program
6. Field Day
7. Reading Partners