Elementary School Course/Curriculum Offering
#2161 1st Grade
Course Fee:Bible
Identify character qualities of Old Testament characters
Chronologically list events in the life of Christ
Display an understanding that we make choices to obey or disobey
Language Arts
Reading
Develop visual and auditory skills
Use phonetic analysis
Analyze word structure
Recognize and use syllables
Comprehend literally and interpretively.
Locate information in a given text
Identify literary genre
Language/Phonics
Differentiate short and long vowels, consonants, and blends
Identify rhyming and compound words
Utilize correct syntax and grammatical structure
Identify root words, suffixes, and prefixes
Determine opposites, homonyms, and contractions
Spelling
Develop word analyses: digraphs, vowels, blends, and diphthongs
Write words that are dictated
Demonstrate usage: capitalization and contractions
Writing
Demonstrate correct sentence structure and complete sentence usage
Write short stories
Six traits of writing
Math
Count multiples, odd and even numbers to 200
Add and subtract fact families to 13
Demonstrate use of linear and volume measurements
Use fractions to 1/4
Solve story problems
Count currency using all coins and dollar bills
Tell time to five minute increments
Identify place value to hundreds
Add and subtract double digit numbers with carrying and regrouping
Recite days and months in order
Identify geometric shapes
Multiply by 2’s
Science
Discover attributes of plant and animal life
Describe weather characteristics and conditions
Describe magnetic properties and simple machines
Compare and contrast earth’s land and water
History
Recognize the importance of citizenship and community helpers
List forms of transportation
Describe the significance of family interaction
Identify historical figures
Discover the Christian worldview of holidays
Penmanship
Use correct posture and pencil grip
Implement structure of letter formation: slant, shape, slope, spacing, and size
Textbooks:
A Beka Publishing, 1995; Letters and Sounds 1, A Beka Publishing, 1995
ABC Handling Money, Crown Ministries
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#2162 2nd Grade
Course Fee:Bible:
Identify characters in, and describe the events leading to the Exodus and Conquest of the Promised Land
Identify the important aspects of Christian living & discipleship
Demonstrate understanding of worship, fellowship, prayer, and the study of God’s word as necessary to Christian growth by identifying its application in different life situations
Language Arts:
Reading
Read and understand a variety of types and forms of reading materials (genres)
Develop and use reading skills and strategies to increase fluency and comprehension
Develop a sense of story by identifying literary elements
Language
Understand sentence structure and apply it in speech and writing
Identify parts of speech and demonstrate understanding of its role in sentences through proper use in speech and writing
Develop study and reference skills
Name the steps in the writing process and apply these in creating different types of writing for different purposes
Spelling
Develop word analysis skills using phonetic categories: long and short vowels, digraphs and blends, diphthongs
Classify words by its visual patterns (word shapes)
Compose sentences from dictation and note-taking
Analyze words through proofreading
Writing
Describe each of the Six Traits of Writing
Distinguish the six traits within literary examples
Apply the trait with student writing
Math:
Add and subtract to the thousands place
Multiply to 5 and divide to 3
Develop an understanding of numbers and number systems
Describe and explain patterns, relations, and functions
Apply mathematical models to represent relationships (equations and drawings)
Analyze and explain properties of 2 and 3 dimensional shapes, symmetry and perimeter
Use attributes of objects (length, weight, volume, time) and apply appropriate tools and systems to measure it
Analyzing data represented in graphs & tables and use information to determine outcomes
Science:
Define and explain the states of matter & identify its properties
Identify the sources of light & conclude that light produces heat
Classify objects according to how well light can pass through them
Explain how shadows are made and tell how shadows change
Identify plants and animals found in different habitats
State differences between habitats
Make a model of habitats & environments
Describe what living things need to survive
Experiment to determine how people and natural forces can change the environment
History:
Use map skills to find locations on U.S. and world maps
Identify community helpers and state their roles in building and sustaining communities
Write about their family history and heritage
Discuss the events leading to the discovery and settlement of the New World
Name the main branches of the U.S. government and state its functions
Define and explain some basic economic concepts, such as goods and services, supply and demand, etc.
Penmanship:
Apply the Zaner-Bloser 4 Keys to Legibility—shape, size, spacing and slant, in copying handwriting samples
Use the four keys of legibility in creating personal writing
Textbooks
- Math: Arithmetic 2, A Beka Publishing, 1994
- Language Arts: English 2 for Christian Schools, BJU Press, 2003; Writing and Grammar, BJU Press, 2003; Reading for Christian Schools 2-A and 2-B, Reading for Christian Schools Worktext 2A & B, Bob Jones Press, 1999; A Reason for Spelling, Concerned Communications, 1999
- Social Studies: Daily Geography, Great Source Educational Group, 1992 and Heritage Studies 2 for
Christian Schools, Bob Jones, 1996 - Science: Discovery Works Level 2, Concordia/Houghton Mifflin
- Bible: Biblical Choices for a New Generation Second Grade, Standard Publishing Company, 2003
ABC Handling Money, Crown Ministries - Writing: Write Source, Houghton-Mifflin 2004
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#2163 3rd Grade
Course Fee:Bible:
Review the Exodus to the Promised Land
Identify biblical choices made by Old Testament characters (Judges– 2 Samuel)
Recall events in the life of Jesus and demonstrate understanding of his death and resurrection
Develop an appreciation for the great commission
Explain how the first church began (Pentecost, Peter, Stephen)
Display an understanding o f Saul/Paul’s conversion and its implication for the beginning church
Language Arts
Reading
Use phonetic analysis
Develop vocabulary
Comprehend literally and interpretively through silent reading, guided discussion, & oral reading
Locate and present information from a given text through book reports
Identify characteristics of various genres of literature (fiction, tall tales, biography, non-fiction, poetry)
Language
Identify parts of speech and form complete sentences
Use correct punctuation (periods, commas, question marks, quotation marks, exclamation points)
Capitalize words when appropriate
Utilize the dictionary
Form plurals and possessives of nouns
Write friendly letters
Spelling
Develop word analysis (diagraphs, vowels, blends)
Write words that are dictated
Spell words from high-frequency word lists
Writing
Practice the development of ideas
Organize writing in a variety of ways
Develop a personal writing voice
Demonstrate an understanding of word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions
Math:
Develop number sense (place value)
Multiply and divide fact families to 12
Multiply 2 and 3 digit numbers; divide with remainders
Relate division with fractions; add and subtract simple fractions
Use common and metric forms of measurement
Identify characteristics of various geometric shapes
Develop an awareness of statistical probability
Analyze data and solve word problems
Science:
Identify the five senses and the elements of the human nervous system
Describe the purpose of plants and the functions of various parts of plants
Classify and identify characteristics of vertebrates and invertebrates
Compare and contrast various environments/habitats (desert, pond, ocean, farmer’s field)
Identify various elements of weather
Develop an understanding of the scientific method and use the method as a means of investigation
History:
Identify characteristics of great Americans, emphasizing patriotism, character development, and the variety of contributions made by Americans to this country.
Analyze the significance of various explorers, presidents, inventors, Constitutional framers, African Americans, and evangelists, to our nation’s history
Penmanship:
Demonstrate good penmanship (manuscript and cursive)
Implement structure of letter formation: shape, slant, spacing and size of letters
Textbooks:
- Math: Math 3, Houghton-Mifflin 2002
- Language Arts: Language 3, A Beka Publishing, 1996; The Case of the Kidnapped Cat, Milly Howard, 1997; These Are My People, Mildred Howard, 1984; Reading for Christian Schools 3-1 and 3-2; Bob Jones University Press, 2000; A Reason for Spelling, Level 3, The Concerned Group, Inc., 1999; Handwriting Grade 3, Zaner-Bloser, 1996
- Social Studies: Our American Heritage, A Beka Publishing, 1997; Daily Geography, Great Source
Educational Group, 1992 - Science: Exploring God’s World, A Beka Publishing, 1996
- Bible: Biblical Choices for a New Generation Third Grade, Standard Publishing Company, 2003;
The Secret, Crown Ministries - Writing: Write Source, Houghton-Mifflin 2004
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#2164 4th Grade
Course Fee:Fourth grade offers a continuation and mastery of skills presented in the primary grades as well as preparation for advanced skills presented in fifth grade and middle school. One unit of study unique to fourth grade is California state history. Students learn the history of their home state along with its varied geography, diversity, and economics. They examine California in the context of the rest of the nation, with an emphasis on the U.S. Constitution and the relationship between state and federal government. The unit culminates with a field trip to the gold country in May.
Language arts include reading, English, spelling, and writing. The students will be exposed to a variety of areas within the field of reading including, comprehension, author studies, genres, literature appreciation, word recognition, and structural analysis through group and individual projects. The mechanics of grammar are emphasized, with applications in reports, letters, and creative writing.
By the end of grade four, students describe and compare simple fractions and decimals. They identify the properties of and the relationships between plane geometric figures. They collect, represent, and analyze data to answer questions.
For science, students discover areas including life, physical, and earth sciences through hands on learning and group and individual research and participation. Course content includes insects, matter, geology, astronomy, plants, and oceanography. Our studies help them understand the world God has given for them to conserve and enjoy.
Textbooks
- Math: Math 4, Houghton-Mifflin 2002
- Language Arts: God’s Gift of Language A, A Beka Publishing, 1998; Read and Think, A Beka Publishing, 1997; Reading for Christian Schools 4, Bob Jones University Press, 2000; A Reson for Spelling Level D, Concerned Curriculum, 1999; Handwriting Grade 4, Zaner-Bloser, 1997
- Social Studies: Oh California!, Houghton Mifflin, 1999; Daily Geography, Great Source
Educational Group, 1992 - Science: Understanding God’s World, A Beka Publishing, 1996
- Bible: Biblical Choices for a New Generation Fourth Grade, Standard Publishing
Company, 1994, The Secret; Crown Ministries - Writing: Write Source, Houghton-Mifflin 2004
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