FIFTH GRADE
Fifth Grade Supply List

                                                           

Welcome to the Royerton Elementary 5th grade web page. We are glad you've chosen to browse our site. Fifth grade is an exciting year for our students. This is not only their last year in an elementary school, but also one of the most memorable.



ACADEMICS

SOCIAL STUDIES

• An overview of American History from prehistoric Indians to current.
• A study of states and capitals is followed by an ice cream sundae party.
• Mini-economy or mini-society introduces economics concepts.

An overview of American history leads students from the first explorers to the role of the United States in the 20th century. The study of states and capitals culminates with an ice cream sundae party. Economics concepts are reinforced by mini-economies and mini-societies in the classrooms.

LANGUAGE ARTS
• Literature-based reading program
• Written expression is integrated into all subject areas.
• Skills reviewed
• Heavy emphasis is placed on comprehension.

Literature is a strong component of the language arts program,. Students read and discuss a variety of books, many of which are historical fiction. Written expression is integrated in all subject areas with a heavy emphasis on developing paragraphs.

SCIENCE
• Voyage of the Mimi II introduces the environment of the Yucatan Peninsula.
• Special units - owl pellets, Star Lab, Great Grow-Along
• Science Fair projects reinforce skills of scientific method.

Examining owl pellets is one of the activities in the science unit on ecology and the skeletal system. Voyage of the Mimi II covers the ecology of the Yucatan Peninsula. In the Great Grow-Along, students follow the scientific process to test the effects of calcium on albino rats. D.A.R.E. introduces the children to techniques to stay "drug free".

MATH
• Mastery of all basic facts is required.
• Concepts of fractions, place value, geometry, measurement, multiplication, division, probability, and beginning algebra are reinforced.
• Problem-solving is stressed.
• Computers are used to create graphs and charts.

Mastery of all basic facts is expected at this point. If your child had difficulty with multiplication facts, please start drilling daily on the ones not mastered. Concepts of fractions, decimals, geometry, probability, place value, measurement, multiplication, division, and beginning algebra are reinforced. Problem-solving is also stressed. Computers are used to create graphs and charts. Other subject areas are integrated into this process.

EXTENDED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
1. Choir
2. Student Council
3. Economics Club
4. Science Fair
5. Fitness Club
6. Spell Bowl
7. Math Bowl