Language Arts. Wonders Reading Program is a research-based language arts curriculum for students in Kindergarten through Sixth Grade. The Wonders programs are uniquely designed to move students ahead seamlessly - whether in the core classroom, participating in English language development instruction. This program is directly aligned with both State and District Reading/Language Arts Standards. The program is grounded in the systematic and explicit instruction of: Phonemic awareness – the ability to recognize that words in English are composed of individual sounds. Phonemic awareness is a critical skill on which children build their understanding of phonics. Phonics – the ability to connect letters and sounds. Spelling. Word knowledge – vocabulary skills. Comprehension strategies and skills. Inquiry, investigation, and research strategies and skills. Writing skills. Grammar and punctuation skills. Handwriting. Speaking/listening. Wonders lessons at all grade levels are organized in the most logical and efficient way possible for teaching children to read and write with confidence. All strategies are arranged from the simplest to the most complex. Because the lessons and skills build in a logical manner, children are able to grasp complex concepts more easily. Through Wonders, students will read a wide variety of texts, including both literature and real world informational text. The program materials are designed to meet the needs of all students as they learn to read and comprehend all selections. Teachers are provided with specially-designed lessons and materials to use with students who: need extra support with a particular phonics, comprehension, or language arts skill. are working below grade level and need more intense support. are working above level and need accelerated instruction. are learning English and need additional support. One of the characteristics of successful readers is the ability to read accurately and with sufficient speed to support the development of meaning from the text in our ongoing efforts to improve student reading performance and communicate clearly with parents about their child’s reading ability, we will share reading fluency information as an aspect of the reading grade. Based on research studies, we have developed a fluency reporting scale that will rate your 1st-6th grade reader as a +, , or – reader.
Language Arts. (English and Foreign) - The goal is to develop learners who are effective communicators, who love literature, and are lifelong readers and writers. The curriculum is literature based. Comprehensive skills, grammar and vocabulary are integrated within the literature program. Specifically, Spalding Writing Road to Reading is used in Phonics and Spelling Grade K – 8. Xxxxxxx Method Program is used for English Grade 1 – 8. Dramatization and memorization of accelerated vocabulary is a motivational aspect of the language arts experience. Writing includes self analysis connected with student learning goals through a personal journal, as well as, creative, expository and professional writing. Communication skills include speaking and writing, and expand into presentation skills, using modern technological tools.
Language Arts. Reading – literature and informational texts, Foundational skills, Vocabulary, Spelling, Punctuation, Writing, Library Skills, and Appreciation of Literature Students in Grades 3 and 5 will take the New York State ELA test in the spring.
Language Arts. Students learn the logistics of the English language in reading and writing to become effective communicators. Comprehension skills, phonics, grammar, handwriting, and vocabulary are integrated within language arts. Dramatization, memorization of accelerated vocabulary, and guided application are part of the language arts experience. Writing includes numerous opportunities to apply the concepts learned, whether they are creative or expository. Communication skills include speaking, writing, and oral presentation, using modern technological tools as needed. The Xxxxxxx and Xxxxxxxx Methods, or other similar methods are used.
Language Arts. Watershed Charter School’s language arts program is directly based on Alaska State Standards. Teachers use a variety of resources relevant to science and social studies learning themes to develop units, projects, and individual lessons that support student learning of the Alaska English Language Arts standards. During the 2014-2015 school year Watershed teachers formally reviewed their instructional practices and teaching materials to ensure alignment and coverage of with ELA state standards and learning targets.
