A 5th-grade ELA sequence exploring how the choice of articles (a, an, the) shifts meaning and tone in headlines, geography, science, and persuasion. Students move beyond simple grammar rules to analyze the semantic impact of these 'tiny' words.
A comprehensive 5th Grade ELA IAR preparation series focusing on informational texts, evidence-based responses, and narrative writing tasks.
A 4-week literature unit for Katherine Applegate's 'Crenshaw', featuring vocabulary, comprehension, synthesis, and writing prompts to explore themes of resilience and imagination.
Differentiated ELA homework packets centered on the lives and importance of honeybees, organized by complexity levels.
A 5-day reading comprehension and writing unit for struggling readers, blending the world of Farming Simulator with real-world agriculture. Focuses on 2nd-grade level literacy skills within a high-interest 5th-grade context.
A series of ELA practice sessions modeled after MCAS assessments for 5th grade. Each lesson focuses on paired informational texts, comprehension skills, and compare-and-contrast writing.
A 10-day immersion into narrative writing for upper elementary students, focusing on craft, structure, and grammar conventions.
A comprehensive K-5 Media Center curriculum spanning August to May. Each month features a thematic unit integrating library skills (Dewey Decimal System, research, digital citizenship), literacy (poetry, biographies, informational texts), and STEM/Maker Space challenges. Resources are differentiated for K-2 and 3-5.
A comprehensive prep series for the 5th Grade ELA MCAS, focusing on critical reading skills, evidence-based writing, and strategic test-taking.