The Bolles School

• Read a variety of genres of literature focusing on specific topics
• Develop a variety of comprehension strategies
• Master spelling and vocabulary words
• Thoroughly practice the writing process and written skills using a variety of styles
• Continue to introduce and identify parts of speech and usage
• Continue to refine and develop listening, organizational and study skills

• Expect quick recall of addition, subtraction, and multiplication skills
• Continue to develop and  have quick recall on division skills
• Understand the systems of:  units of measure in relationship to area and perimeter, place value to the millions, linking money with decimals, division,  multiplying by 2 digits, and connecting decimals and fraction concepts
• Be able to communicate mathematical ideas, work in cooperative learning groups, collect and analyze data, and use and understand mathematical terms

• Use appropriate tools to gather data and draw conclusions
• Develop a scientific vocabulary
• Carry out, record and develop simple experiments individually and in a group situation
• Develop exploration, identifying, describing, comparing, relating and observing by connecting to real-life experiences
• Communicate findings both through oral and written expressions

• Develop a true understanding of Florida and its history
• Investigate and explore Florida’s Native American tribes, colonization of Florida, Statehood, Wars, Economic changes, Tourism, and Railroad
• Communicate ideas orally, in written expression and through presentations
• Continue to develop map skills
• Learn to work effectively and efficiently in small groups

• Introduction of Spanish greetings, colors, classroom objects, family, commands, number to 100, days, months, weather, body parts, food words, clothing, animals, songs, and action verbs
• Explore cultural experiences from various Hispanic countries

• Continue competency in managing body
• Demonstrate teamwork in the performance of group activities
• Show good sportsmanship and teamwork in games and activities
• Demonstrate improvement in flexibility, strength, speed, and agility
• Follow more complex rules and instruction

FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS

• Practice identifying from soft to loud, accelerando, ritard, lento, allegro,  presto, simple rhythms, major and minor and whole and half steps
• Develop strategies using ORFF instruments including patterns with bordun and I – V chords

• Develop critical thinking, character development, structure concepts, line interpretation, and imagery by using creative dramatics, mime, poetry reading and interpretations and small in-class scenes
• Use vocal and facial expressions for characterization
• Develop stage presence
• Develop and practice public speaking techniques

• Continue to review computer basics and keyboarding skills
• Continue developing proficiency in word processing, drawing and graphics, peripherals, presentations with an emphasis on power point, electronic references, digital photography, Adobe Photoshop, and internet
• Continue to use the computer as a tool to enhance the learning process through curriculum integration in the classroom
• Understand the importance of internet safety

• Continue to review skills learned in previous grades
• Identify and locate collection of materials
• Locate information using the automated card catalog and begin basic research skills using a variety of references
• Use the parts of the book to locate information, use appropriate reference sources to locate information, and identify numerical arrangement of non-fiction materials
• Continue to develop an appreciation for literature and story telling
• Continue to develop and demonstrate skills in self awareness, relationships, decision making and safety awareness