For all language arts curriculums: Concepts are taught whole class through mini lessons Teacher works with small groups for targeted instruction Students are encouraged to work at their own independent level
Reading Units of Study
Consists of 4 Units
fiction- plot and character
nonfiction- reading scientific text
nonfiction- reading historical text
historical fiction- Book Clubs
Writing Unit of Study
Consists of 3 Units
Narrative Writing
Opinion Writing
Informative Writing
Words Their Way
Word Study Program: Students
take a spelling inventory test
are placed in a specific unit
study spelling patterns
move at their own pace
A big part of students growing as readers consists of students reading "just right" books, which means a student when reading independently (without adult) support should read a book at their tested BAS reading level to ensure comprehension. Below are some resources to help support parents understand BAS reading level, find appropriate books and identify level books.