Fifth grade utilizes a program called Reading Fundamentals and consists of lessons to guide instruction in the areas of Fiction, Nonfiction, and Poetry.
Fiction Overview
What is Fiction?
The Structure of Fiction
Elements of a Story
Analyzing Characters
Exploring Point of View
Historical Fiction
Examining a Modern-Day Fairy Tale
Identifying Theme
Nonfiction Overview
Intro to Nonfiction
The Look of Reference Nonfiction
Structures of Nonfiction
How Do We Read Nonfiction?
Unlocking Unfamiliar Vocabulary
Determining Author's Purpose
How We Check for Understanding
Poetry Overview
What Do We Notice About Poetry?
Paying Attention to the Sound of Poetry
Can You Picture This?
What's the Big Idea?
What Does This Make You Think and Feel?
Unlocking Meaning
What Does This Say?
Building Bridges
