Phonics-Wilson Fundations Research based Systematic, explicit, sequential Multi-sensory; common spelling patterns, irregularly spelled "trick" words Phonological/Phonemic Awareness fundations_level_1.pdf
Reader's Workshop Mini lessons Anchor charts Independent reading of “just right” books Small group~individual peer and teacher conferences Sharing Please see resource charts, by unit, under our Reading and Writing Workshop Tab
Writer's Workshop Mini-lessons and mentor texts Self-selected topics across narrative, opinion, information, and fiction genres Temporary/Invented Spelling Writing planning, revision, reading, and sharing Reinforcement of taught skills Frequent writing opportunities foster writing fluency Please see resource charts, by unit, under our Reading and Writing Workshop Tab
Mathematics Math Perspectives~Developing Number Concepts Building strong foundation through self selected hands-on stations Number Talks and strategy sharing
Science-Know Atom Earth & Space Science Patterns of change in weather/seasonal Sun/Moon; Moon Phases Physical Science Light Sound Life Science Plant Parts Animals Similarities and Differences in animals of the same type
Social Studies Similarities and Differences among human beings Constitution Day Important Americans U.S. Symbols Maps and Globes Continents Open Circle Social Skills Please see this link to at home notices, describing each topic www.open-circle.org/images/pdf/OpenCircle_HomeLink_2015_English_3.pdf Class meetings Problem solving, cooperating, being a good friend, kindness, feelings, being calm