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Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013 Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4 1 GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy Resources SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills Resources Activities Assessments Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy LInks 4.1 The student will use effective oral communication skills in a variety of settings. a. Present accurate directions to individuals and small groups. b. Contribute to group discussions across content areas. c. Seek ideas and opinions of others. d. Use evidence to support opinions. e. Use grammatically correct language and specific vocabulary to communicate ideas. f. Communicate new ideas to others. g. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with diverse teams. h. Demonstrate the ability to work independently. On-going 4.2 The student will make and listen to oral presentations and reports. a. Use subject-related information and vocabulary. b. Listen to and record information. c. Organize information for clarity. d. Use language and style appropriate to the audience, topic, and purpose. 4.3 The student will learn how media messages are constructed and for what purposes. a. Differentiate between auditory, visual, and written media messages. b. Identify the characteristics of various media messages. STAR Teaching Activities Internet4Classr oom LA Skills Language Arts Powerpoints Comprehensio n Activities Interactive Websites - Reading and Language Arts Graphic Organizers Reading and Spelling Links Ideas from Rockingham County Teacher assessment Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks

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Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

1

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy LInks

4.1 The student will use effective oral communication skills in a variety of settings. a. Present accurate directions to

individuals and small groups.

b. Contribute to group discussions across

content areas.

c. Seek ideas and opinions of others.

d. Use evidence to support opinions.

e. Use grammatically correct language

and specific vocabulary to communicate

ideas.

f. Communicate new ideas to others.

g. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate

with diverse teams.

h. Demonstrate the ability to work

independently.

On-going

4.2 The student will make and listen to oral presentations and reports. a. Use subject-related information and vocabulary. b. Listen to and record information. c. Organize information for clarity. d. Use language and style appropriate to the audience, topic, and purpose.

4.3 The student will learn how media messages are constructed and for what purposes. a. Differentiate between auditory, visual, and written media messages. b. Identify the characteristics of various media messages.

STAR Teaching Activities Internet4Classroom LA Skills Language Arts Powerpoints Comprehension Activities Interactive Websites - Reading and Language Arts Graphic Organizers Reading and Spelling Links Ideas from Rockingham County

Teacher assessment Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

2

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing LInks

Focus for the first week: establishing classroom rules and expectations, relationship building, and team building 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words c. use word-reference materials, including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus

Week 1 Trade Book Suggestions Relationship Building

Getting to know you books Me in nutshell.docx I am a gift.docx Rules of the Family.docx Classroom Web.docx Homework Help.docx

Getting to know you writing

Focus for the first week: establishing classroom rules and expectations, relationship building and team building 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes a. Identify Intended audience b. Focus on one aspect of a topic c. Use a variety of prewriting strategies d. Organize writing to covey a central idea

STAR Teaching Activities Internet4Classroom LA Skills Language Arts Powerpoints Comprehension Activities Interactive Websites - Reading and Language Arts Graphic Organizers Reading and Spelling Links Ideas from Rockingham County

Teacher assessment Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

3

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Story Structure / Summarize

4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. e. Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. e. Identify the problem and solution. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. i. Make, confirm, or revise predictions.

Week 2

Because of Winn Dixie

Because of Bookends

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books

Trade Books

Prefixes 4.4 b re-, un-, dis- Prefixes, Suffixes, Roots Rap Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Prefixes and Suffixes comfort, mention, mood, properly, intends, consisted, positive, advanced, peculiar, talent

Complete Sentences 4.7 f SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Grammar

Writing - Descriptive Paragraph 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. b. Focus on one aspect of a topic. c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. f. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. k. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

Context Clues Activity Context Clues Millionaire Game Summarizing Activities SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Summarizing

Story Structure Narrative Elements SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Narratiave Elements homophone activities

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

4

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Author’s Purpose/Monitor 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. a. Explain the author’s purpose. b. Describe how the choice of language, setting, characters, and information contributes to the author’s purpose. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. k. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. c. Explain the author’s purpose. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. j. Identify new information gained from reading. k. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

Week 3

My Brother Martin Langston Hughes: A Poet and a Dreamer

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Prefixes 4.4b in-, im-, il-, ir Prefixes, Suffixes, Roots Rap Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Prefixes and Suffixes injustice, numerous, captured, dream, encounters, recall, segregation, nourishing, preferred, example

Subjects and

Predicates

subject verb

agreement

SKILLS AND

STRATEGIES\

Grammar

Skills

Writing – Narrative Composition 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

.Technology\author'sPurpose 1.notebook Technology\Authorspurpose2.notebook .Technology\Author's Purpose 3.notebook author's

purpose SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Authors Purpose Point of View

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

5

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Cause and Effect / Visualize 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. j. Identify cause and effect relationships. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 4

How Tia Lola Came to Stay Pizza Pizzazz

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Using Context 4.4 a welcomed, sensitive, prepared, negative, observes, unspoiled, included, glances, encouragement, honor

Kinds of Sentences SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Grammar Skills\SENTENCES

Writing – Dialogue 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes b. Focus on one aspect of a topic. c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

cause and effect lesson - brainpop cause and effect inventions cause and effect worksheets cause and effect game

SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Cause and Effect

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

6

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Theme / Analyze and Evaluate 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 5

The Power of WOW! Knowing Noses: Search and Rescue Dogs

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Prefixes 4.4 b non-, mis- assist, burglaries, innocent, scheme, regretfully, misjudged, suspect, favor, speculated, prior

Simple and Compound Sentences Subject/Verb Agreement 4.8 a subject verb agreement SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Grammar Skills\SENTENCES

Writing – Plan a Personal Narrative (On-going Nine Week Writing Assessment) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes b. Focus on one aspect of a topic. c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a. Use subject-verb agreement.

Main Idea.notebook SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Main Idea Problem and Solution (teaching tool) SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Text Structure

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

7

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Understanding Characters and Infer and Predict 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. c. Use word-reference materials, including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. h. Draw conclusions/make inferences about text. i. Make, confirm, or revise predictions

Week 6 Stormalong

Hoderi the Fisherman

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Use a Dictionary 4.4 c Memorable, horrified, outcast, shortage, seafaring, tidal, foaming, condition, betrayed, yearning SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Reference Materials

Nouns

Writing – Draft, Revise, Edit, Publish Personal Narrative (Writing Assessment) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. h. Use transition words for sentence variety. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones

inferencing activity inferencing freebie Inferencing Activity Contains Inferencing Activity at the top of the website and an activity on quotation marks farther down SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Drawing Conclusions Making Inferences reference skill activities

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

8

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Compare/Contrast & Infer/Predict 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l. Read with fluency and accuracy

Week 7

Once Upon a Cool Motorcycle Dude Storyteller

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Suffixes 4.4b -y, -ous Hideous, exploding, battle, hired, warrior, refused, immense, invisible, rescue, wealthy SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Prefixes and Suffixes

Verbs 4.8a

Writing – Draft, Revise, Edit, Publish Personal Narrative (Writing Assessment) AND/OR Response to Literature 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes a. Identify intended audience. c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. f. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

inferencing activity inferencing freebie Inferencing Activity Contains

Inferencing

Activity at the

top of the

website and an

activity on

quotation

marks farther

down

SKILLS AND

STRATEGIES\D

rawing

Conclusions

Making

Inferences

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

9

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives

HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective

HMH Writing Skills

Resources

Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Fact and Opinion / Summarize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. e. Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and Demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. h. Distinguish between fact and opinion. j. Identify new information gained from reading. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 8

Coming Distractions: Questioning Movies The Wonder of Animation

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Affixes 4.4b phon, photo, graph, auto, tele focus, target, entertaining, angles, jolts, thrilling, advertise, promote, generated, critics SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Prefixes and Suffixes

Verbs 4.8a Simple Verb Tenses

SKILLS AND

STRATEGIES\

Grammar

Skills\VERBS

Writing – Finish Personal Narrative AND/OR Opinion Paragraph 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes b. Focus on one aspect of a topic. d. Organize writing to convey a central idea. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. f. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a. Use subject-verb agreement. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

Technology\fact ad opinion 1.notebook Technology\Fact and Opinion 2.notebook SKILLS AND STRATEGIES\Fact and Opinion Summarizing Lesson and Activities

SKILLS AND

STRATEGIES\

Summarizing

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR Tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

10

GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Review / Remediate / Extend

Week 9

SKILLS AND

STRATEGIES\

Grammar

Skills

Writing – Finish Personal Narrative

Ideas from Rockingham County Technology\Main Idea review game.notebook Technology\Language Arts Review.notebook

Writing

Rubric\Grade

_4_

Writing

Rubric\grade

_4_checklist_

for_writers_2

010

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2012-2013

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 4

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Notes:

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct

1

GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessment

s

Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy LInks

4.1 The student will use effective oral communication skills in a variety of settings. a. Present accurate directions to

individuals and small groups.

b. Contribute to group discussions across

content areas.

c. Seek ideas and opinions of others.

d. Use evidence to support opinions.

e. Use grammatically correct language

and specific vocabulary to communicate

ideas.

f. Communicate new ideas to others.

g. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate

with diverse teams.

h. Demonstrate the ability to work

independently.

On-going

4.2 The student will make and listen to oral presentations and reports. a. Use subject-related information and vocabulary. b. Listen to and record information. c. Organize information for clarity. d. Use language and style appropriate to the audience, topic, and purpose.

4.3 The student will learn how media messages are constructed and for what purposes. a. Differentiate between auditory, visual, and written media messages. b. Identify the characteristics of various media messages.

STAR Teaching Activities Internet4Classroom LA Skills Language Arts Powerpoints Comprehension Activities Interactive Websites - Reading and Language Arts Graphic Organizers Reading and Spelling Links Ideas from Rockingham County

Teacher assessment Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct

2

GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of questions

on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessment

s

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing LInks

Reading – Understanding characters and Visualize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. l. Read with fluency and accuracy

Week 1 Me and Uncle Romie Sidewalk Artists (readers’ theatre)

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books

Trade Books

Figurative Language: glorious, studio, concerned, model, smeared, ruined, yanked, streak, schedule, feast

conjunctions

Descriptive or Personal Narrative Paragraphs 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of prewriting strategies e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

STAR Teaching Activities Internet4Classroom LA Skills Language Arts Powerpoints Comprehension Activities Interactive Websites - Reading and Language Arts Graphic Organizers Reading and Spelling Links Ideas from Rockingham County

Teacher assessment Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct

3

GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Conclusions and Generalizations Questioning 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. e. Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. h. Draw conclusions/make inferences about text. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. b. Formulate questions that may be answered in the selection.

Week 2

Dear Mr. Winston

Field Guide to Snakes of the Southwest

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books

Trade Books

4.4 b antonyms fault, borrow, reference, fainted, genuine, local, apologize, proof, slimy, insisted

Commas 4.8e

Writing - Descriptive Paragraph 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. b. Focus on one aspect of a topic. c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. k. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. e. Use commas in series, dates, and addresses. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

Context Clues Activity Context Clues Millionaire Game Summarizing Activities

Story Structure Narrative Elements homophone activities

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct

4

f. Draw conclusions and make simple inferences using textual information as support. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. j. Identify new knowledge gained from reading. l. Read with fluency and accuracy

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct

5

GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Author’s Purpose Analyze/Evaluate 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. a. Explain the author’s purpose. b. Describe how the choice of language, setting, characters, and information contributes to the author’s purpose. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. c. Explain the author’s purpose. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. j. Identify new information gained from reading.

Week 3

Jose! Born To Dance Dance to the Beat

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Analogies debut, stubborn, permission, hauling, mournful, towered, triumph, discouraged, toured, border

Pronouns

Writing – Expository (how-to) Essays 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. k. Include supporting details that elaborate the main idea. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. d. Use noun-pronoun agreement. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

..\author's purpose 1.notebook (smartboard activity to introduce and practice author’s purpose) ..\Author's Purpose 2.notebook ..\Author's Purpose 3.notebook author's

purpose

Teacher assessments Harcourt Assessments Graphic Organizers Foldables Teacher and student generated discussions Writing Prompts Interactive Notebooks AR tests

Fourth Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014

Curriculum Framework Standards of Learning Documents for English Harcourt Reading Series Resources Think Central Teacher Direct

6

GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Fact and Opinion Infer/Predict 4.3b Identify the characteristics of various media messages. 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. h. Distinguish between fact and opinion. j. Identify new knowledge gained from reading. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 4

The Screech Owl Who Liked Television In the Wild

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

4.4b Suffixes: -ful, -less, -ness, -ment Presence, disbelief, tempted, biological, endeared, arrangement, pounced, utter, hastened, incident

Proper Nouns

Writing – Expository (how-to) Essays 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. f. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

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GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Sequence of Events/Visualize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. c. Use word-reference materials, including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. e. Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and demo-nstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 5

The Earth Dragon Awakes Texas Twisters

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

4.4 b Synonyms trembles, wreckage, slab, possessions, tenement, crushing, rubble, debris, timbers, constructed

Possessive Nouns

Writing – Expository (How-To) Essays (On-going Nine Week Writing Assessment) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. f. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a. Use subject-verb agreement. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones. h. Use singular possessives

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GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Cause and Effect/ Summarize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. i Make, confirm, or revise predictions. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. j. Identify new knowledge gained from reading. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 6 Antarctic Journal The Coolest Marathon!

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

4.4b Learning Greek and Latin word parts: (spect, struct, tele, vis) display, alert, weariness, fractured, standards, vision, huddle, graceful, stranded, concluded

Regular verbs 4.8a

Writing – Draft, Revise, Edit, Publish Expository (How- To) Essays(Writing Assessment) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a. Use subject-verb agreement. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

cause and effect lesson - brainpop cause and effect inventions cause and effect worksheets reference skill activities Summarizing Lesson and Activities subject verb

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GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Text and Graphic Features/ Question 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts e. Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Use text structures, such as type, headings, and graphics, to predict and

Week 7

The Life and Times of the Ant The Dove and the Ant

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Suffixes 4.4b -able, -ible Social, exchanges, excess, reinforce, storage, transport, chamber, scarce, obstacles, transfers

participles Writing – Draft, Revise, Edit, Publish Expository (How-To) Essays (Writing Assessment) AND/OR Response to Literature 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

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categorize information in both print and digital texts. b. Formulate questions that may be answered in the selection. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l. Read with fluency and accuracy

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GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives

HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective

HMH Writing Skills

Resources

Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Main Idea and Details/ Monitor/Clarify 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. e. Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and Demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. c. Identify the main idea. d. Summarize supporting ideas. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. g. Identify sensory words. k. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. d. Identify the main idea. e. Summarize supporting details. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as

Week 8

Ecology For Kids Wonderful Weather

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Multiple Meaning Words organisms, directly, affect, traces, vast, habitats, variety, species, banned, radiation

Verbs 4.8a Irregular Verbs

Writing – Finish Expository (How-To) Essays and/or Write to Persuade 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

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context for new learning. j. Identify new information gained from reading. k. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

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GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Review / Remediate / Extend

Week 9

Writing – Finish Personal Narrative

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy LInks

4.1 The student will use effective oral communication skills in a variety of settings. a. Present accurate directions to

individuals and small groups.

b. Contribute to group discussions across

content areas.

c. Seek ideas and opinions of others.

d. Use evidence to support opinions.

e. Use grammatically correct language

and specific vocabulary to communicate

ideas.

f. Communicate new ideas to others.

g. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate

with diverse teams.

h. Demonstrate the ability to work

independently.

On-going 4.2 The student will make and listen to oral presentations and reports. a. Use subject-related information and vocabulary. b. Listen to and record information. c. Organize information for clarity. d. Use language and style appropriate to the audience, topic, and purpose.

4.3 The student will learn how media messages are constructed and for what purposes. a. Differentiate between auditory, visual, and written media messages. b. Identify the characteristics of various media messages.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of questions

on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing LInks

Reading – Compare and Contrast/ Monitor and Clarify

4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a) Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. k) Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

Week 1 Riding Freedom Spindletop OR

Benchmark Leveled Books

Trade Books

Suffixes 4.4b

ed-,tion-,y-

escorted, swelled, relied, reputation, worthy, churning, situation, deserve, defended, satisfied

Adjectives 4.8 f

Writing - Research paper (begin) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. b) Focus on one aspect of a topic. c) Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e) Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. f) Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. i) Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j) Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information.

4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. f) Incorporate adjectives and adverbs. g) Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

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4.9 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information resources to research a topic. a) Construct questions about a topic. b) Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c) Use technology as a tool to organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d) Give credit to sources used in research. e) Understand the difference between plagiarism and using own words.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Sequence of Events/Summarize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. e) Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l) Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i) Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. j) Identify new information gained from reading. k) Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. l) Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 2 The Right Dog for the Job The Sticky Coyote OR Benchmark Leveled Books

Trade Books

Suffixes 4.4 b -ion,-ation, -ition reward, graduate, symbol, foster, disobey, confidence, patiently, confesses, ceremony, performs

Adverbs 4.8f

Writing – Research paper (continue) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. a) Identify intended audience. c) Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e) Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. i) Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j) Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information.

Context Clues Activity Context Clues Millionaire Game Summarizing Activities

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grmmar Writing Links

Reading- Understanding Characters/Questioning/Homophones 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a) Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b) Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d) Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l) Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i) Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l) Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 3 Moon Runner A Day for the Moon OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

HomophonesHomonyms and Homographs 4.8g gigantic, miniature, especially, lapped, vanished, deliberate- ly, jealous, haze, lure, crisp

Prepositions and preposition-al phrases 4.8 b

Writing- Research paper (continued) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. c) Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e) Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. i) Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j) Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a) Use subject-verb agreement. b) Include prepositional phrases. g) Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones. 4.9 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information resources to research a topic. b) Collect information from multiple

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resources including online, print, and media. c) Use technology as a tool to organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading- Infer/Predict/Dictionary 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. f) Draw conclusions and make simple inferences using textual information as support. i) Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning.

Week 4 Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez The Edible Schoolyard OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Use a Dictionary 4.4c overcome, association, capitol, drought, dedicate, publicity, violence, conflicts, horizon, brillant

Transitions 4.7 h

Writing- Research paper continued or 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. b) Focus on one aspect of a topic. c) Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e) Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g) Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. h) Use transition words for sentence variety. 4.9 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information resources to research a topic. b) Collect information from multiple resources including online, print, and media. c) Use technology as a tool to organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading- Main idea/Visualize 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. d) Identify the main idea. e) Summarize supporting details. i) Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. j) Identify new information gained from reading. l) Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 5 Sacagawea Native American Nature Poetry OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Compound Words territory, accompany, proposed, interpreter, duty, supplies, route, corps, clumsy, landmark

Abbrevia-tions 4.8e

Writing- 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. e) Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g) Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. j) Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading- Theme/Summarize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a) Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b) Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d) Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. l) Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i) Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l) Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 6 The World According to Humphrey Make the Switch OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Multiple Meaning Words 4.4b appreciate, blaring, combination, promptly, introduce, nocturnal, feats, effort, suggest, racket

Comparative and Superlatives Adjective and Adverbs 4.8f

Writing – 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. c) Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e) Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. f) Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. j) Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.9 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information resources to research a topic. e) Understand the difference between plagiarism and using own words.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading- Cause and Effect/Infer/Predict 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a) Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. c) Use word-reference materials, including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. j) Identify cause and effect relationships. l) Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. g) Distinguish between cause and effect. i) Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. j) Identify new information gained from reading.

Week 7 I Could Do That! Esther Morris Gets Women the Vote Working for the Vote OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Use a Dictionary 4.4c politics, intelligents, disorderly, approve, polls, legislature, amend- ment, candidates, informed, denied

Eliminate Double Negatives 4.8c

Writing – Write to Inform 4.7 The student will write cohesively

for a variety of purposes.

c) Use a variety of pre-writing

strategies.

e) Recognize different modes of

writing have different patterns of

organization.

g) Write two or more related

paragraphs on the same topic.

i) Utilize elements of style, including

word choice and sentence variation.

j) Revise writing for clarity of content

using specific vocabulary and

information.

k) Include supporting details that

elaborate the main idea.

4.8 The student will edit writing for

correct grammar, capitalization,

spelling, punctuation, sentence

structure, and paragraphing. c) Eliminate double negatives.

g) Use correct spelling for frequently

used words, including common

homophones.

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k) Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. l) Read with fluency and accuracy.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives

HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective

HMH Writing Skills

Resources

Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Text and Graphic Features/Monitor/Clarify 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a) Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b) Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d) Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. k) Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use text structures, such as type, headings, and graphics, to predict and categorize information in both print and digital texts.

Week 8 The Ever-Living Tree Towering Trees OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Prefixes pre-, inter-, ex- 4.4b resources, dense, evaporate, shallow, moisture, civilized, continent opportunit-ies, customs independent

Quotations

4.8e

Writing- Write to Inform 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. c) Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e) Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. j) Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g) Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

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j) Identify new information gained from reading. k) Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

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GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Review / Remediate / Extend

Week 9

Writing – Finish Personal Narrative

Ideas from Rockingham County Main Idea Review Game Language Arts Review

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GRADING PERIOD: 4th Nine Weeks

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Speaking/Listening/Media Literacy LInks

4.1 The student will use effective oral communication skills in a variety of settings. a. Present accurate directions to individuals and small groups. b. Contribute to group discussions across content areas. c. Seek ideas and opinions of others. d. Use evidence to support opinions. e. Use grammatically correct language and specific vocabulary to communicate ideas. f. Communicate new ideas to others. g. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with diverse teams. h. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.

On-going

4.2 The student will make and listen to oral presentations and reports. a. Use subject-related information and vocabulary. b. Listen to and record information. c. Organize information for clarity. d. Use language and style appropriate to the audience, topic, and purpose. 4.3 The student will learn how media messages are constructed and for what purposes. a. Differentiate between auditory, visual, and written media messages. b. Identify the characteristics of various media messages.

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GRADING PERIOD: 4th Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of questions

on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing LInks

Reading – Theme / Summarize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading a. Use context to clarify meanings of unfamiliar words. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. e. Use vocabulary from other content areas. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. g. Identify sensory words. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. j. Identify new information gained from reading. k. Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension. L Read with fluency and accuracy.

Week 1 Owen and Mzee: The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship Sea Sanctuary OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

Suffixes 4.4b -ed, -ly exhausted intruder bond enclosure charged inseparable chief companion suffered affection

Commas 4.8e

Writing – Fictional Narrative (?) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. b. Focus on one aspect of a topic. c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. e. Use commas in series, dates, and addresses. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

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GRADING PERIOD: 4th Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

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Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Author’s Purpose / Question

4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. a. Explain the author’s purpose. b. Describe how the choice of language, setting, characters, and information contributes to the author’s purpose. f. Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning.

Week 2

The Fun They Had from Isaac Asimov: the Complete Story

Technology for All Learners

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books

Trade Books

Greek and Latin Roots 4.4 b meter, fac therm, aud, centuries progress dispute mechanical waste calculated superior inspector average insert

Proper Mechanics

Writing – Fictional Narrative (?) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. b. Focus on one aspect of a topic.

e Recognize different modes of

writing have different patterns of

organization.

g. Write two or more related

paragraphs on the same topic. i. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

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GRADING PERIOD: 4st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Story Structure / Visualize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. e. Identify the problem and solution. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.

SOL REVIEW

Week 3

The Girl Who Loved Spiders Web Wise

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books

SOL REVIEW

Greek and Latin Roots 4.4b peculiar intends captured nourishing glances observes assist favor condition memorable

SOL REVIEW

Making Comparisons

SOL REVIEW

Writing – Fictional Narrative (?) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. f. Incorporate adjectives and adverbs g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones.

SOL REVIEW

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GRADING PERIOD: 4st Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Main Idea & Detail / Question 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading d. Develop vocabulary by listening to and reading a variety of texts. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. c. Identify the main idea. d. Summarize supporting details. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. b. Formulate questions that might be answered in the selection. d. Identify the main idea. e. Summarize supporting details. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. SOL REVIEW

Week 4

The Frog in the Milk Pail Amphibian Alert!

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books SOL REVIEW

Analogies shortage betrayed species continent scarce focus included alert introduce opportunity SOL REVIEW

More Comparisons SOL REVIEW

Writing – Fictional Narrative (?) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. i. Utilize elements of style, including word choice and sentence variation j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. f. Incorporate adjectives and adverbs. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones. SOL REVIEW

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GRADING PERIOD: 4th Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Fact & Opinion / Monitor and Clarify 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry.

k. Use reading strategies throughout

the reading process to monitor

comprehension 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. h. Distinguish between fact and opinion. i. Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. SOL REVIEW

Week 5

Museums: Worlds of Wonder Making the Most from Trash

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books SOL REVIEW

Prefixes 4.4 b con-, com-, in-, im- apologize genuine triumph biological display concluded obstacles effect vast SOL REVIEW

Possessive Pronouns SOL REVIEW

Writing – Fictional Narrative (?) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. g. Write two or more related paragraphs on the same topic. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones. SOL REVIEW

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GRADING PERIOD: 4TH Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Understanding Characters and Infer and Predict 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. h. Draw conclusions/make inferences about text. i. Make, confirm, or revise predictions SOL REVIEW

Week 6 Save Timber Woods! Following Muir: A Persuasive Essay

OR

Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books SOL REVIEW

Word Origins defended satisfied confidence symbol vanished deliberately brilliant publicity territory proposed SOL REVIEW

Correct Pronouns SOL REVIEW

Writing – Draft, Revise, Edit, Publish Fictional Narrative (Writing Assessment) 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes c. Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones SOL REVIEW

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GRADING PERIOD: 4TH Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Conclusions and Generalizations / Summarize 4.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones. 4.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction texts, and poetry. h. Draw conclusions/make inferences about text. 4.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. f. Draw conclusions and make simple inferences using textual information as support. l. Read with fluency and accuracy. SOL REVIEW

Week 7

Mystery at Reed’s Pond A big Python Problem

OR Benchmark Leveled Books Trade Books SOL REVIEW

Suffixes 4.4b -er, -or, -ist appreciate effort denied informed shallow resources average suffered inspector progress SOL REVIEW

Pronoun Contractions SOL REVIEW

Writing – Draft, Revise, Edit, Publish Fictional Narrative (Writing Assessment) AND/OR Response to Literature 4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes e. Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization. j. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 4.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g. Use correct spelling for frequently used words, including common homophones. SOL REVIEW

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GRADING PERIOD: 4th Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives

HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources

Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective

HMH Writing Skills

Resources

Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Review / Remediate / Extend SOL REVIEW AND TESTING

Week 8

Writing – Finish Fictional Narrative AND/OR Poetry SOL REVIEW AND TESTING

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GRADING PERIOD: 4th Nine Weeks (continued)

SOL / Enabling Objectives HMH Reading Skill and Strategy

Resources Standards in relation to number of

questions on the SOL

SOL / Enabling Objective HMH Writing Skills

Resources Activities

Assessments

Reading Time / Text Vocabulary Grammar Writing Links

Reading – Review / Remediate / Extend SOL REVIEW AND TESTING

Week 9

Writing – Finish Fictional Narrative AND/OR Poetry SOL REVIEW AND TESTING

Ideas from Rockingham County Main Idea Review Game Language Arts Review

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