LANGUAGE ARTS

IN READING
∙   predict content and purpose of reading using the table of contents, index, heading, illustrations, graphs, captions and charts
∙   uses prefixes, suffixes, root words, multiple meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and word relationships to determine meaning and increase vocabulary
∙   uses problem solving strategies such as re-reading, summarizing and class discussion
∙   reads to determine main idea, supporting details, and to arrange events in sequence
∙   identifies the author’s purpose in a simple text
∙   identifies personal preferences in fiction and nonfiction reading
∙   reads and organizes information for a variety of purposes, such as making a report or performing an authentic task
∙   recognizes the difference between fact and opinion
∙   recognizes the use of comparison and contrast in text selects and uses reference material to gather information

IN WRITING
∙   prepares for writing by identifying the purpose for writing, focusing on a central idea with supporting details
∙   organizes information using a variety of pre-writing strategies
∙   drafts and revises writing to show a clear beginning, an organizational pattern using transitional devices, and endings that bring closure
∙   revises papers for ideas, organization, voice, word choice, and sentence fluency
∙   uses figurative language and imagery
∙   edits final documents for spelling, grammar, capitalization and punctuation
∙   uses the dictionary, glossary and thesaurus to check spelling, meaning and synonyms
∙   writes notes, comments, observations, and organizes the information using alphabetical and numerical systems
∙   writes for a variety of situations
∙   uses technology to publish writing and retrieve information
∙   creates narratives in which ideas, details, and events are in logical order and are relevant to the story line
∙   creates expository responses in which ideas and details follow an organizational pattern relevant to the purpose
∙   writes in a variety of forms, such as messages, lists, poetry and journal entries

IN LISTENING, VIEWING, AND SPEAKING
∙   listens and responds to a variety of oral presentations
∙   listens attentively to speakers and responds by asking questions, making contributions, and paraphrasing
∙   speaks clearly at an understandable rate and appropriate volume while making eye contact and utilizing engaging gestures
∙   participates in groups, taking on many different roles

IN LANGUAGE
∙   understands and accepts that there are patterns and rules for the English language
∙   understands the power of word choice in writing
∙   utilizes elements of grammar and sentence variety in speech and writing
∙   uses formal and informal speech in appropriate settings

IN LITERATURE
∙   identifies distinguishing characteristics of certain genres of literature
∙   understands the development of plot and how conflict is resolved
∙   compares and contrasts characters, settings, and events from different stories
∙   recognizes literacy language and identifies how it enhances the text
∙   recognizes cause and effect relationships in texts
∙   responds to literature by comparing and contrasting characters and events to his or her own life
∙   identifies the major theme in a story
∙   forms ideas and opinions from a text and supports them with details drawn directly from the text

MATHEMATICS

IN NUMBER SENSE, CONCEPTS AND OPERATIONS
∙   reads, writes and identifies whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, & decimals
∙   understands how to use <, >, = to compare whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, & decimals
∙   uses diagrams and models to assist in solving real-world problems
∙   knows the value of a digit in a given number
∙   recalls from memory the basic facts for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
∙   understands the inverse relationship between addition & subtraction and multiplication & division on whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers & decimals
∙   selects the appropriate operation to solve word problems
∙   uses and justifies different estimation strategies in real-world problems and determines the legitimacy of the results

IN MEASUREMENT
∙   uses models, diagrams and graphs to solve real-world problems related to measurement:  length, width, time, temperature, perimeter, area, volume and angles
∙   determines which units of measure to use with answers to real-world problems
∙   selects and uses appropriate measuring tools to solve real-world problems

IN GEOMETRY AND SPATIAL SENSE
∙   uses appropriate geometric vocabulary to write a description of 2 dimensional and/or 3 dimensional shapes
∙   understands the concepts of spatial relationships, symmetry, reflections, congruency, and similarity
∙   predicts, illustrates and verifies which figures could result from a reflection (flip), translation (slide), or rotation (turn) of a given figure
∙   identifies and plots positive ordered pairs on a graph

IN ALGEBRAIC THINKING
∙   describes a wide variety of patterns and relationships through models using algebraic symbols
∙   generalizes a pattern
∙   uses informal methods (physical models and graphs) to solve real-world problems involving equations and inequalities

IN DATA ANALYSIS AND PROBABILITY
∙   solves problems by generating, collecting, organizing, and analyzing data using bar graphs, circle graphs, pictographs, and charts
∙   determines the range, mean, median, and mode from sets of data
∙   uses models to display possible outcomes and to predict events
∙   uses predictions to justify reasoning

SCIENCE

IN MATTER AND ENERGY
∙   knows the three physical states of matter
∙   knows ways matter and energy can be transformed
∙   understands the reasons for energy conservation
∙   knows a variety of energy sources

IN EARTH AND SPACE
∙   knows that 75% of the Earth is covered with water
∙   understands the water cycle
∙   understands how weathering and erosion change the features of the land
∙   understands the need to protect Earth’s natural resources
∙   knows the characteristics, and relationships between, the sun, planets and Earth’s moon

IN LIFE SCIENCES
∙   understands the functions of various body systems
∙   understands the life cycles and interactions of plants and animals in ecosystem

IN NATURE OF SCIENCE
∙   uses the scientific method to obtain measurable results
∙   understands the role of technology in science
∙   knows ways that, through the use of scientific processes and knowledge, people can solve problems, make decisions, and form new ideas

SOCIAL STUDIES

IN FLORIDA HISTORY
∙   knows different sources for information: i.e.,: newspapers, photographs, documents, books, and internet sites
∙   describes major events and people in the history of Florida
∙   describes the exploration and colonization of Florida
∙   knows key events leading to Florida becoming a state
∙   understands the influence of transportation on the development of Florida
∙   understands the unique and diverse cultural make-up of Florida, both past and present
∙   understands the contributions of individuals on the development of Florida

IN GEOGRAPHY
∙   uses maps, globes, charts, graphs and timelines to gather and interpret data
∙   identifies the continents, oceans, physical and geographic regions of the United States and Florida, and the 50 states

IN GOVERNMENT AND THE CITIZEN
∙   defines the roles of the three branches of the state and federal government
∙   understands the importance of government in schools, communities, the state and nation
∙   understands their role as a responsible citizen
∙   recognizes the names of local, state and federal representatives

IN ECONOMICS
∙   understands the relationship between available natural resources and the impact on lifestyles in different regions
∙   knows examples of supply and demand
∙   knows ways the state government provides goods and services