Lesson Plan Overview for Focus on Fives



Focus on FivesLesson Plan OverviewUnit 1: All Around the TownWeek 1: Welcome to Pine HillReader 1: New FriendsLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives12–131–4vState the importance of learningApply rules and procedures for behaviorExplain that we all have responsibilities at home, at school, and in the communityState the importance of authority figuresUse good pencil holdSing an alphabet songIdentify the first letter in a nameTrace lines from left to right214–195–6vRecall why routines and order are important to learningPredict what will happen when two colors are mixedIdentify the first letter of a nameState that names begin with an uppercase letterComplete a creative writing activitySing an alphabet songMatch pictures that are alikeUse correct pencil holdDifferentiate between left and right hands320–277–8viTell how people in a community help each other accomplish a goalFollow agreed-upon rules for discussionsCompare heavy and light objectsIdentify the main character in a storyUse fine-motor skills to cut out picturesSing an alphabet songMatch letters and shapesReview correct pencil holdTrace left to right428–339–10v–viDescribe the first family that God madeExplain the purpose of a family albumMake a family albumIdentify rhyming wordsTrace slanting lines from top to bottomUse visual discrimination to match letters534–43Identify the front cover, back cover, title page, and page numbers of a bookIdentify the main characters in a storyDemonstrate the proper handling of a bookRetell a picture storyTell how people in a community help each other accomplish a goalWeek 2: Firefighters at WorkReader 2: Surprise!LessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives644–5311–121–2Identify characters in a storyIdentify places in a fire stationExplain how some of the places at a fire station help the firefightersIdentify uppercase and lowercase TtUse letter-sound association for t /t/Write t754–5913–143–4Explain why firefighters wear protective gear when fighting a fireIdentify the tools that firefighters use to put out firesState the importance of the role of authority figures like firefighters in a communityComplete a creative writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase TtUse letter-sound association for t /t/State that names begin with uppercase lettersWrite T860–6715–165–6Explain the importance of having a home fire escape planDemonstrate “Stop, Drop, and Roll”Create a fire escape planIdentify uppercase and lowercase IiUse letter-sound association for i /?/Read the word itBlend two phonemes into a recognizable wordDemonstrate correct spacing when writing a wordWrite iWrite a word968–7317–187–8Complete a creative writing activityDescribe different kinds of fire trucks and how they are used to fight firesIdentify uppercase and lowercase IiUse letter-sound association for i /?/Read the word IWrite I1074–839–10Predict what the surprise might beIdentify the main characters in a storyInterpret supporting details in picturesUse role-playing to interpret the storyWeek 3: Police Officers, Our FriendsReader 3: HopscotchLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives1184–9319–2011–12State from the Bible why we should obey authorities such as police officersExplain why it is important to obey laws like buckling seat beltsUse visual discrimination to match picturesIdentify uppercase and lowercase SsUse letter-sound association for s /s/Read the high-frequency word isRead words with the phonogram _itWrite sWrite a word1294–9921–2213–14Identify the uniforms worn by community helpersComplete a creative writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase SsUse letter-sound association for s /s/Read words with the phonogram _itWrite S13100–10923–2415–16State what the lights on a traffic signal mean to driversOrganize pictures in story orderAdd a period to the end of a sentenceIdentify uppercase and lowercase NnUse letter-sound association for n /n/Read words with the phonogram _inWrite N14110–1725–2617–18Observe fingerprints to understand that they are unique to each personInfer that God made each person uniqueComplete a creative writing activityUse visual discrimination to match picturesIdentify uppercase and lowercase NnUse letter-sound association for n /n/Read words with the phonograms _it and _inWrite N15118–27 19–20Interpret details in picturesIdentify a periodRead a simple sentence with the aid of a rebusWeek 4: Pine Hill Post OfficeReader 4: Hit It!LessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives16128–3927–2821–22Use visual discrimination to compare postage stampsExplain how the parts of a mailing address help the mail carrier do his jobIdentify uppercase and lowercase HhUse letter-sound association for h /h/Recognize that an exclamation point is used to show excitementRead words with the phonogram _itRead high-frequency words: here, sheWrite h17140–4729–3023–24Explain the history of the postal systemMatch a written name to a name tagIdentify uppercase and lowercase HhUse letter-sound association for h /h/Read words with final sWrite H18148–5531–3225–26Identify items needed for mailing a box for deliveryIdentify uppercase and lowercase WwUse letter-sound association for w /w/Read words with final sRead words with phonograms _in and _itWrite wWrite a word19156–6133–3427–28State how ZIP codes help when sorting mailWrite a class thank-you letterList ways that personal letters encourage othersIdentify uppercase and lowercase WwUse letter-sound association for w /w/Write W20162–7129–30Interpret details in picturesRead simple sentencesPredict the outcome of the storyIdentify key details in a textUse proper inflection when reading a sentence with an exclamation pointWeek 5: Healthcare WorkersReader 5: Wet!LessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives21172–8335–3631–32Explain the difference between primary and permanent teethOrder events in a storyIdentify uppercase and lowercase EeUse letter-sound association for e /?/Read words with the phonogram _enRead the high-frequency words the and whatWrite e22184–9137–3833–34State some ways to keep teeth healthyComplete a shared writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase EeUse letter-sound association for e /?/Read words with the phonograms _es and _etRecognize that a question mark is used to show a questionWrite E23192–9939–4035–36List ways to avoid spreading coldsUse letter-sound association for e /?/ and i /?/Read words with short vowelsUse letter-sound association for s /z/Read words with the phonogram _isUse correct spacing when writing a word24200–20741–4237–38Name some ways to stay healthyList foods that are healthy to eatDemonstrate the best way to wash one’s handsComplete a creative writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase lettersReview letter-sound associationsRead words with short vowelsReview all high-frequency wordsWrite a sentence25208–1739–40Identify details in picturesRead a simple storyDistinguish fantasy from realistic fictionUnit 2: Bookshelf FriendsWeek 6: The Bible and HymnsReader 6: My PetLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives26218–3143–4641–42Explain that the Bible is a special bookIdentify parts of the BibleList ways to reuse BiblesExplain the importance of learning to read in order to read the BibleIdentify uppercase and lowercase BbUse letter-sound association for b /b/Read the high-frequency words love and myIdentify the correct use of the exclamation pointWrite b27232–3947–4843–44Explain that the Bible was written by holy men of GodState that God breathed out the words of the Bible by His Holy SpiritDictate or write a word or phrase to complete a creative-writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase BbUse letter-sound association for b /b/Read words with the phonograms _eb and _ibRead high-frequency wordsWrite B28240–4749–5045–46State that the Bible tells one big storySummarize the Bible with the words Creation, Fall, and RedemptionExplain the key aspects of Creation, the Fall, and RedemptionIdentify uppercase and lowercase PpUse letter-sound association for p /p/Read words with the phonogram _ipWrite p29248–5551–5247–48Identify the purposes for singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songsList different types of songs sung in churchIdentify an example of a songbook in the BibleCompare and contrast a psalm with a hymnDictate a new verse to a familiar songIdentify uppercase and lowercase PpUse letter-sound association for p /p/Write P30256–6549–50Draw conclusions from picture interpretation and textRead orally to communicate the author’s messageUse proper inflection when reading an exclamatory sentenceWeek 7: The LibraryReader 7: The BusLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives31266–7553–5451–52State the purpose of a libraryList types of books that can be found in a libraryDistinguish fiction from nonfictionExplain how to check out books at the libraryIdentify uppercase and lowercase UuUse letter-sound association for u /?/Read words with the phonograms _un and _upRead the high-frequency words pretty and saysIdentify the correct use of quotation marksWrite u32276–8355–5653–54Review the difference between left and rightState that Story Time is a function of the libraryParticipate in a Story Time sessionForm an opinion about a storyDictate or draw to compose an opinion piece about a storyShare a composition with a peerIdentify uppercase and lowercase UuUse letter-sound association for u /?/Read words with the phonograms _ub, _us, and _utWrite U33284–9157–5855–56List things to do at the libraryIdentify the purpose of a computerDescribe the purpose of a browserIdentify uppercase and lowercase KkUse letter-sound association for k /k/Read words with initial kWrite k34292–9759–6057–58State that magazines for children and adults can be found at the libraryIdentify the main topic of a textComplete a creative-writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase KkUse letter-sound association for k /k/Write K35298–30759–60Make predictions based on illustrationsRecall the meaning of quotation marksDistinguish fantasy from realistic fictionWeek 8: Nursery RhymesReader 8: TipLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives36308–1761–6261–62Remember details in nursery rhymesIdentify the difference between a nursery rhyme and a storyState a story character’s responsibilities at homeExplain how doing chores is a way to serve one’s familyIdentify uppercase and lowercase CcUse letter-sound association for c /k/Read words with initial cRead the high-frequency words little and newIdentify rhyming wordsWrite Cc37318–2563–6463–64Sequence events in a nursery rhymeDistinguish between different emotionsDictate sentences for a shared writing activityUse letter-sound association for ck /k/ Read words with the phonograms _eck, _ick, and _uckWrite words that end in ck38326–3365–6665–66Classify objects using the sense of touchRecall details from a storyDistinguish fantasy from realistic fictionUse letter-sound association for e /e/, i /i/, and u /u/Read words with short vowelsWrite a sentence with proper spacing39334–3967–6867–68Identify words that rhymeDictate text to create a counting rhyme and complete a creative-writing activityRead words with the phonograms _ess, _iss, and _innWrite a phrase with proper spacing40340–49 69–70Read simple sentencesInterpret details in picturesDraw conclusions from picture interpretations and textWeek 9: Picture BooksReader 9: In the TubLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives41350–5969–7071–72Explain the job of an authorIdentify God as the author of ScriptureIdentify uppercase and lowercase DdUse letter-sound association for d /d/Read words with the phonograms _ed and _idRead words with initial dRead the high-frequency word comeWrite d42360–6771–7273–74Explain the job of an illustratorIdentify tools used by illustratorsIdentify God as the CreatorList some things that God createdCreate an illustrationIdentify uppercase and lowercase DdUse letter-sound association for d /d/Read words with the phonogram _udWrite D43368–7773–7475–76Explain what an author and illustrator do using an exampleState the importance of good writing and illustrationsIdentify uppercase and lowercase AaUse letter-sound association for a /?/Read words with the phonograms _ad, _as, and _atIdentify the vowel in a short-vowel wordWrite a44378–8575–7677–78Use letter-sound association to make an alphabet bookExplain the stages of making a bookUse letter-sound association for a /?/Read words with the phonograms _ab, _an, and _annRead words with possessive sWrite A45386–9579–80Determine which objects sink and which floatDistinguish fantasy from realistic fictionRead animal namesInterpret details in picturesWeek 10: Favorite TalesReader 10: The CatsLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives46396–40777–7881–82Explain how storytelling has changed over timeIdentify character traits of the animals in a storyInfer the theme of a storyEvaluate the theme based on 2 Thessalonians 3:10Read words with the phonograms _ack and _apRead the high-frequency words baby, father, and motherWrite a phrase with proper spacing47408–1579–8083–84Describe the effect water has on a cookieParticipate in creating a new ending to “The Gingerbread Man” storyDictate sentences for a shared writing activityUse letter-sound association for e /e/, i /i/, and u /u/Read words with short vowelsRead words with plural sWrite a, b, c, d, and e48416–2581–8285–86Distinguish fantasy from realistic fiction Predict the outcome of a storyComplete a creative-writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase GgUse letter-sound association for g /g/Identify plural nounsRead words with the phonograms _ig and _ugWrite g49426–3383–8487–88Use puppets to act out a storySort objects by sizeComplete a creative-writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase GgUse letter-sound association for g /g/Read words with the phonograms _ag, _eg, and _eggRead sentences with short vowel wordsWrite G50434–4389–90Distinguish fanciful characters from realistic charactersRelate one story plot to anotherDetermine story setting from picturesWeek 11: Books That TeachReader 11: The BedLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives51444–5385–8691–92List different types of learning booksExplain how to use several types of learning booksDistinguish between fiction and nonfictionIdentify uppercase and lowercase OoUse letter-sound association for o /?/Read words with the phonograms _ob, _ock, _od, _op, and _otRead the high-frequency word goodWrite o52454–5987–8893–94Identify the purpose of how-to booksList types of how-to booksFollow the directions of a recipeDescribe a food using the five sensesDictate sentences for a shared writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase OoUse letter-sound association for o /?/Read words with the phonograms _og, _on, and _ossWrite O53460–6789–9095–96Sing some songsState that songbooks have songs in themFollow directions to complete a singing gameUse letter-sound association for short vowelsRead words with short vowelsWrite vowels54468–75 91–9297–98Identify objects that are attracted to a magnetComplete a creative-writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase lettersReview letter-sound associationsRead words with short vowelsReview all high-frequency wordsWrite a sentence55476–8599–100Interpret action in picturesDetermine story settings from picturesInterpret descriptive sentencesExplain how God protected MosesDistinguish a Bible account from fictionRead simple sentencesUnit 3: Ants to ElephantsWeek 12: Bible AnimalsReader 12: NapsLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives56486–9993–96101–2Identify a picture of a sheepDescribe what wool feels likeName things that a shepherd does to care for his sheepCompare the way a shepherd cares for his sheep to the way Jesus cares for His peopleIdentify uppercase and lowercase LlUse letter-sound association for l /l/Read words with initial lRead the high-frequency words are and thisWrite the letter l57500–50797–98103–4Describe textures using words such as rough, smooth, soft, and hardState that learning to communicate by writing allows us to share God’s truthDraw a picture of an item and dictate or write a word to describe how it feelsIdentify uppercase and lowercase LlUse letter-sound association for l /l/Read words with the phonograms _ell and _illWrite the letter L58508–1599–100105–6List similarities and differences between a donkey and a sheepState that God made all things for His gloryExplain how God kept His promise when He used a donkey on Palm SundayIdentify uppercase and lowercase MmUse letter-sound association for m /m/Read words with the phonograms _am and _imRead words with initial mRead compound wordsWrite the letter m59516–23101–2107–8Describe a lion’s appearance, habitat, and actionsList some times lions appear in the BibleCompare and contrast lions and house catsAssemble a lion mask using a variety of materialsIdentify uppercase and lowercase MmUse letter-sound association for m /m/Read words with the phonograms _om and _umWrite the letter M60524–33109–10Read an informational textContrast an informational text with a narrativeUse questioning to interpret pictures and text in an informational textLocate facts in an informational textWeek 13: InsectsReader 13: BellLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives61534–43103–4111–12Describe an antCompare the way ants work to the way people should workIdentify uppercase and lowercase FfUse letter-sound association for f /f/Read a word with the phonogram _ifRead words with initial fRead the high-frequency words for and herWrite the letter f62544–51105–6113–14Describe an ant colonyDescribe some ants’ jobsRole-play to show a community working togetherDictate sentences for a shared writing experienceIdentify uppercase and lowercase FfUse letter-sound association for f /f/Read words with the phonograms _off and _uffWrite the letter F63552–59107–8115–16List the characteristics of a ladybugDistinguish fantasy from realistic fictionIdentify a period at the end of a sentenceIdentify uppercase and lowercase VvUse letter-sound association for v /v/Read words with initial vWrite the letters Vv64560–67109–10117–18Sequence the life cycle of the butterflyDictate a word or phrase to complete a creative-writing activityRecognize the five vowelsRead words with short vowel soundsUse correct slant when writing a letterWrite a compound word65568–77119–20Draw conclusions from picture interpretation and textRead orally to communicate the author’s messageUse proper inflection when reading sentences with periods or exclamation pointsWeek 14: Wild AnimalsReader 14: The JetLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives66578–87111–12121–22Describe characteristics of a zooContrast wild animals and petsLocate places on a zoo mapIdentify uppercase and lowercase RrUse letter-sound association for r /r/Read words with initial rRead the high-frequency words of and putWrite the letter r67588–95113–14123–24Create an impression of an animal pawMatch pictures of animal feet and paws to their tracksComplete a creative-writing activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase RrUse letter-sound association for r /r/Read words with initial rWrite the letter R68596–603115–16125–26State the characteristics of an elephantUse fine motor skills to complete a craftDescribe the purpose of an elephant’s trunkParticipate in a memory gameIdentify the elephant’s habitatIdentify uppercase and lowercase JjUse letter-sound association for j /j/Read words with initial jWrite the letter j69604–11117–18127–28Describe how camouflage helps protect animalsDictate a sentence that describes a picture State that God gave animals abilities to defend themselvesChoose the best color for several animals to use as camouflageIdentify uppercase and lowercase JjUse letter-sound association for j /j/Read words with initial jWrite the letter J70612–21 129–30Gain factual information from photosGain facts from informational textDraw conclusions from informational textWeek 15: By the PondReader 15: The Big MessLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives71622–33119–20131–32List characteristics of a frogState the habitat of a frogCompare a fictional frog to a real frogIdentify uppercase and lowercase XxUse letter-sound association for x /ks/Read words with the phonograms _ax, _ix, and _oxRead the high-frequency words said and youWrite the letters Xx72634–41121–22133–34Imitate the sounds that frogs makeSequence the life cycle of a frogDraw a labeled picture of a new kind of frogIdentify uppercase and lowercase ZzUse letter-sound association for z /z/Read words with the phonograms _iz and _uzzWrite the letters Zz73642–51123–24135–36List the characteristics of a turtleDescribe how to care for a petIdentify uppercase and lowercase YyUse letter-sound association for y /y/Read words with initial yWrite the letter y74652–57125–26137–38Compare and contrast ways animals protect themselvesDraw a new animal with special protection and explain how the animal will protect itselfIdentify uppercase and lowercase YyUse letter-sound association for y /y/Read words with initial yWrite the letter Y75658–67139–40Read orally with expressionUse illustrations to describe story settingMake predictionsEvaluate whether the prediction was correctEvaluate whether the main character’s response is obedientWeek 16: Farm AnimalsReader 16: Zack the DuckLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives76668–77127–28141–42Compare cows and calvesDescribe some of the jobs of a farmerIdentify uppercase and lowercase QqUse letter-sound association for qu /kw/Read the high-frequency word toRead words with initial quWrite the letter q77678–85129–30143–44Compare and contrast a small family farm and a commercial farmState products that come from a dairy farmParticipate in a butter-making activityContribute in a shared writing activity about a butter-making activityIdentify uppercase and lowercase QqUse letter-sound association for qu /kw/Read words with initial quWrite the letter Q78686–93131–32145–46Describe how to make and use a pi?ataDescribe the characteristics of a pigSequence events in a storyIdentify the five vowelsRead words with short vowelsWrite short vowel words79694–99133–34147–48Describe the habitat of a pigDictate a sentence using descriptive wordsRead words with short vowelsIdentify lowercase lettersIdentify the five vowelsReview letter-sound associationsWrite a sentenceReview all high-frequency words80700–709149–50Determine story settings from picturesRead expressions on the faces of charactersRead orally with excitementUse Ephesians 4:32 to evaluate the behavior of the charactersUnit 4: Mountains High to Oceans DeepWeek 17: MountainsReader 17: Up to the TopLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives81710–23135–38151–52Identify the characteristics of mountainsIdentify mountains nearbyExplain how mountains show God’s gloryState that the heavens declare the glory of God and the firmament shows His handiworkIdentify words with initial s blends: sm, sp, and stRead words with the phonogram _emRead the high-frequency words there and wasWrite stState that we learn phonics in order to learn about God82724–31139–40153–54Identify characteristics of volcanoesMake a model volcanoDictate sentences for a shared writing activityIdentify words with initial r blends: br, cr, and grDemonstrate the use of a period and question markRead words with the phonogram _assWrite gr83732–41141–42155–56Explain that folk music reflects cultureIdentify the kinds of instruments used to play folk musicRead words with the phonograms _and, _end, _ind, _ond, _ant, _ent, and _intWrite nd84742–49143–44157–58Explain the history of gold miningParticipate in panning for goldComplete a creative-writing activityRead words with the phonograms _amp, _imp, and _umpWrite mp85750–59159–60Infer story setting from picturesIdentify a describing word in a sentenceRead a sentence with a question mark using appropriate inflectionWeek 18: The PrairieReader 18: Tim and ClipLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives86760–71145–46161–62Identify the covered wagon as a mode of transportation used in the pastCompare and contrast the covered wagon with modern forms of transportationIdentify words with initial l blends bl, cl, and slRead the high-frequency word wantWrite cl 87772–79147–48163–64Describe the Native Americans’ way of lifeCompare and contrast Native American life with modern lifeMake a model of a tepeeParticipate in a shared writing activityIdentify words with initial s blends and initial w blends: sc, sk, sn, sw, and twWrite sn88780–87149–50165–66Describe prairie dogs and their habitatExplain that God created prairie dogs to know how to surviveRead words with the phonograms _ast, _est, _ist, _ost, _ust, _ask, and _eskWrite sk89788–95151–52167–68Compare prairie life to modern lifeComplete a creative-writing activityPlace a breve over short vowelsRead words with the phonograms _eld, _elf, _elp, _elt, and _ilkWrite lk90796–805169–70Infer action in picturesPredict outcomesMake inferencesRead simple sentencesWeek 19: Rivers and LakesReader 19: TrucksLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives91806–17153–54171–72Describe a riverList nearby riversExplain why rivers are importantIdentify words with initial dr, fr, pr, and trRead the high-frequency word whereReview punctuationWrite trState that we learn phonics in order to learn about God’s world92818–25155–56173–74Sequence the steps of the water cycleDemonstrate the water cycleDictate sentences for a shared writing activityExplain that we write in order to show love to othersIdentify words with initial fl, gl, and plWrite fl93826–35157–58175–76Describe a lakeList nearby lakesList things to do at a lakeCompare and contrast a lake and a riverRead words with the phonograms _act, _eft, _ept, and _extWrite xt94836–43159–60177–78Identify features of water creaturesExplain why these features are importantComplete a creative-writing activityIdentify words with initial three-letter blends: squ, scr, spl, spr, and str Write squ95844–53 179–80Relate story information to real lifePredict outcomesGain factual information from photographsGain factual information from textRead simple sentencesWeek 20: OceansReader 20: Big ClamLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives96856–63161–62181–82Locate oceans on a map or a globeIdentify features of an oceanDescribe an octopusExplain how an octopus survivesUse letter-sound association for sh /sh/Read words with initial shRead the high-frequency word giveWrite sh97864–71163–64183–84Identify features of seashellsClassify objects by observable propertiesParticipate in a shared writing activityUse letter-sound association for sh /sh/Read words with the phonograms _ish, _ash, and _oshWrite a sentence98872–79165–66185–86Demonstrate sea soundsIdentify some features of seabirdsList examples of seabirdsUse letter-sound association for ch /ch/Read words with initial chWrite ch99880–87167–68187–88Identify features of whalesCompose a sentenceUse letter-sound association for ch /ch/ and tch /ch/Read words with the phonograms _ich, _uch, _atch, and _otchPractice marking the breveWrite a sentence100888–97189–90Distinguish fanciful characters from realistic charactersDetermine story setting from picturesRead orally to interpret story charactersInterpret action in picturesWeek 21: Taking the GospelReader 21: The BiblesLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives101898–907169–70191–92List ways that God keeps His promisesName a promise that God will keep for youUse letter-sound association for th /th/Read words with initial thRead the high-frequency words Bible and peopleWrite th102908–15171–72193–94Differentiate high and low pitchesDistinguish loud from soft volumeExplain one reason God gave us the sense of hearingComplete a shared writing activityUse letter-sound association for th /th/Read words with the phonograms _ath, _eth, and _ithWrite a sentence103916–23173–74195–96Explain how God answers prayerRecognize that God still answers prayer todayUse letter-sound association for wh /hw/Read words with initial whChoose the correct punctuation for an interrogative sentenceWrite wh104924–31175–76197–98Participate in a Spanish celebrationRecite John 3:16 in SpanishExplain the meaning of John 3:16Classify objects by sizeComplete a creative-writing activityBlend a consonant with a consonant digraphRead words with initial shr and thrRead words with the phonogram _inchWrite a sentence105932–41199–200Draw conclusions from factual informationRelate biblical truth to lifeExplain that we learn to read in order to learn more about GodWeek 22: America the BeautifulReader 22: CampingLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives106942–51177–78201–2Identify features of HawaiiLocate Hawaii on a globeSequence events in a storyUse letter-sound association for ng /ng/Read words with the phonogram _ingWrite ng107952–59179–80203–4Describe canyonsState that the Grand Canyon is the largest canyon in the United StatesWrite a sentence to describe the Grand CanyonUse letter-sound association for ng /ng/Read words with the suffix -ingWrite a sentence108960–67181–82205–6Describe cavernsDistinguish stalactites from stalagmitesUse letter-sound association for nk /ngk/Read words with the phonograms _ank, _ink, and _unkWrite nk109968–75183–84 207–8Identify features of AlaskaDescribe a glacierCreate frostComplete a sentence about AlaskaReview blends and digraphsReview words with blends and digraphsReview all high-frequency wordsWrite the lowercase alphabetPractice correct pencil hold, paper slant, and posture110976–85209–10Read orally to communicate the author’s messageRecall a sequence of activitiesUnit 5: Blue Skies and GrayWeek 23: Looking at the SeasonsReader 23: Jake and ScuffLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives111986–99185–88211–12State that God created day and nightExplain what causes day and nightIdentify the Phonics Characters Miss Long and Marker e Compare and contrast the changes that occur in the sky from day to nightand night to dayUse letter-sound association for a /ā/Identify short or long a in wordsRead words with silent e (VCe)Read words with the phonograms _ake and _aveIdentify Miss Long as the long-vowel characterIdentify Marker e as the silent e characterPlace a macron over long vowels Read the high-frequency words have and purpleWrite c, d, and a1121000–1007 189–90213–14Define what a season isName the four seasonsExplain what causes the seasonsUse a combination of drawing, dictating, and writing to composea sentence about a seasonRead words with the phonograms _ame, _ape, and _ateState that we learn phonics in order to read the BibleWrite a sentence1131008–15191–92215–16Compare and contrast spring and summerConfirm understanding of a text read aloud Read words with the phonograms: _ade, _afe, and _aleDemonstrate consistent slant in handwritingWrite f, j, and k1141016–21193–94217–18Compare and contrast fall and winterExplain why leaves change color in the fallUse letter-sound association for e /ē/Read a word with the phonogram _eseIdentify short or long e in wordsWrite e and s1151022–31219–20Interpret the action taking place in picturesWeek 24: Weather WatchingReader 24: The MapLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives1161032–43195–96221–22Relate that weather varies by seasonDescribe the weather and make daily entries in a class weather journalUse letter-sound association for i /ī/Identify short or long i in wordsRead words with the phonograms _ide, _ike, _ime, and _iteWrite i, l, and t1171044–51197–98223–24Conduct experiments to find out what causes thunder and lightningIdentify Benjamin Franklin as the one who discovered that lightning is electricityState that God has the weather in His controlRead words with the phonograms _ile, _ine, _ipe, _ire, and _iveRecognize correct spacing between words in a written sentenceState that learning to write shows love to others1181052–59199–200225–26Locate the coldest areas in the world on a globeDescribe winter weatherUse letter-sound association for o /ō/Identify short or long o in wordsRead words with the phonograms _oke, _ole, _ome, _one, _ope, and _oseWrite o, q, and g1191060–67201–2227–28State that a weather forecast describes the weather over a period of timeCompose a weather forecast and present it to the classUse letter-sound association for u /ū/Identify short or long u in wordsIdentify the long vowel sound in a wordRead words with the phonograms _ude, _une, and _uteWrite u, y, and w1201068–77229–30State that we learn phonics/reading to learn about God’s worldAnswer literal and higher-order thinking questions Engage in a group reading activity with purpose and understandingAnswer questions about details in a text Week 25: Season FunReader 25: The Train RideLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives1211078–89203–4231–32Name some of the activities that can be enjoyed in the fallIdentify the Phonics Characters Miss Long and Miss SilentIdentify Miss Silent as the silent Phonics Character when two vowelsare used together in a wordUse letter-sound association for ai /ā/Read words with vowel digraphs (VV)Read words with the phonograms _ail and _ainPlace a macron over long vowelsRead the high-frequency word theyWrite a sentence1221090–97205–6233–34Name some activities people enjoy in the winterUse letter-sound association for ay /ā/Identify the semivowel yRead words with the phonogram _ayWrite a phrase1231098–1105207–8235–36Share experiences of fun activities the students have enjoyed in springList some fun activities that can be done in springUse letter-sound association for ea /ē/Read words with the phonograms _ea and _eatWrite b, p, and r1241106–13209–10237–38Name things that can be done for fun in the summerWrite a sentence about a summer activityUse letter-sound association for ee /ē/Read words with the phonograms _ee and _eedWrite a sentence1251114–23 239–40List some things that can be done on a train tripFind key details in the textWeek 26: Dressing for the SeasonsReader 26: The Big BoatLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives1261124–35211–12241–42Demonstrate respect, honor, and obedience to one’s country by sayingand understanding the Pledge of AllegianceIdentify the kind of clothing worn in the summerState that July 4 is America’s birthdayIdentify patriotic itemsUse letter-sound association for oa /ō/Read words with the phonograms _oad and _oatRead the high-frequency words one and twoWrite a phrase1271136–43213–14243–44Compare and contrast clothing worn in the summer and fallComplete a creative-writing activityUse letter-sound association for ow /ō/Identify the semivowel wRead words with the phonogram _owRead two-syllable wordsWrite a phrase1281144–51215–16245–46Identify Miss Long as the Phonics Character for long vowelsIdentify Miss Long as the Phonics Character for open-syllable patternsRead words with open syllablesRead words with the phonograms _e, _i, and _oUse letter-sound association for e /ē/, i /ī/, and o /ō/Write a sentence1291152–57217–18247–48Compare and contrast clothing worn in the winter and springSort clothing to match the correct seasonComplete a sentence about what students like to wear in their favorite seasonUse letter-sound association for ie /ī/, ue /ū/, and ui /ū/Read words with the phonograms _ie, _ue, and _uitWrite h, m, and n1301158–67249–50Explain that God destroyed the world with a flood but saved Noah and his familyIdentify important information while reading the text silently Practice reading several sentences on a pageWeek 27: Animals Through the SeasonsReader 27: The Best DayLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives1311168–77219–20251–52Recognize that God provides what animals need to liveSummarize what animals do in the spring Identify rhyming textIdentify the semivowel yUse letter-sound association for y /ī/Read words with the phonogram _yRead the high-frequency word orangeWrite a sentence1321178–85221–22253–54Summarize that animal babies are born in the spring and summerMatch pictures of baby animals to their mothersDictate or write a caption for an original drawingUse letter-sound association for y /ē/ in an unstressed second syllableRead two-syllable words that end in yWrite a phrase1331186–93223–24255–56State that migration, storing food, and growing fur are ways animals adaptto cold weatherUse letter-sound association for igh /ī/Read words with the phonogram _ight Write a phrase1341194–1201225–26257–58Define hibernation and adaptation Identify other ways animals prepare in the fall for cold weatherDictate or write what one animal does to survive the winterIdentify the five vowels and the two semivowelsReview letter-sound association for long vowelsRead words with long vowelsWrite v, x, and z1351202–11259–60Choose the correct clothing for different types of weatherInterpret clues in a picture to determine the seasonPractice reading words with long vowelsRead words with two syllablesUnit 6: Garden Paths and Wandering TrailsWeek 28: Where Jesus WalkedReader 28: Jesus LessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives1361212–25227–30261–62Describe the geography and seasons in the Holy Land Compare worship in Bible times to worship today Identify Bossy r as the Phonics Character for the r-influenced vowel pattern Use letter-sound association for ar /?r/Read words with the phonograms _ar, _arn, and _artRead the high-frequency words Jesus and wereWrite a phrase1371226–33231–32263–64Compare and contrast the dwellings in Bible times to modern dwellingsParticipate in a shared writing activityUse letter-sound association for ar /?r/Read words with the phonograms _arf, _ark, and _archWrite a phrase1381234–43233–34265–66Compare and contrast clothing worn in Bible times to modern clothingUse letter-sound association for or /?r/ and ore /?r/Read words with the phonograms _or and _oreWrite a sentence1391244–51235–36267–68Compare and contrast transportation and technology in Bible times to today Review Bossy r as the Phonics Character for the r-influenced vowel patternUse letter-sound association for or /?r/Read words with the phonograms _ord and _ornWrite a sentence1401252–61269–70Predict what the story will be about by discussing the cover illustrationIdentify the main characters in the storyRead simple sentences Interpret supporting details in picturesCompare and contrast Jesus’ life as a child and a child’s life todayWeek 29: In the GardenReader 29: The PlanLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives1411262–71237–38271–72State that plants come from seedsMatch/sort seeds to seed packetsExplain where seeds come from (Genesis 1:11–12)Use letter-sound association for er /?r/Read words with the phonograms _ern and _erseRead the high-frequency words our and someWrite a sentence1421272–79239–40273–74Identify parts of a plantIdentify some parts of a plant that we eatExplain the purpose of each part of a plantDictate or write sentences for a shared writing activity Use letter-sound association for ur /?r/ Read words with the phonograms _ur, _urn, _urch, and _urseCompare the different sounds a vowel makes in a short-vowel pattern,a long-vowel pattern, and an r-influenced vowel patternIdentify vowel patterns using the Phonics CharactersWrite a sentence1431280–87241–42275–76Compare and contrast types of flowersIdentify vowel patterns using the Phonics CharactersRead words with the phonograms _ir, _ird, _irl, _irt, and _irstWrite a phrase1441288–95243–44277–78Describe the steps of the life cycle of a plantWrite a sentence about the life cycle of a plantRead words with r-controlled vowelsIdentify the question mark as the punctuation for the end of a questionWrite a questionWrite a question mark1451296–1305279–80Identify the main characters in a storyInterpret supporting details in picturesList the steps of how to plant a gardenWeek 30: Yesterday’s TrailsReader 30: God’s ManLessonTeacher’s Edition Worktext Phonics Practice Objectives1461306–15245–46281–82Compare and contrast the world before Columbus’s discovery to how the world is todayIdentify Christopher Columbus as the discoverer of AmericaLocate America on a globeAffirm that God used the voyage of Columbus to change the worldUse letter-sound association for oo /oo/, Read words with the phonograms _oo, _ood, _ool, _oom, and _oonRead the high-frequency word fromWrite a phrase1471316–23247–48283–84Name the colors in the American flagExplain what the colors, stripes, and stars on the American flag representDemonstrate flag etiquetteIdentify the flag as a symbol of the United StatesDefine liberty from a Christian perspectiveUse letter-sound association for oo /oo/Read words with the phonograms _ood, _ook, and _ootWrite a sentence1481324–31249–50285–86Identify the White House as the home of the president of the United Statesand his familyIdentify the location of the White HouseUse letter-sound association for ow /ou/Read words with the phonograms _ow and _ownWrite a phrase1491332–37251–52287–88Identify and describe symbols of the American idea of libertyUse letter-sound association for ou /ou/Read words with the phonograms _out and _oundWrite a sentence1501338–47289–90Identify the main characters in a storyInterpret supporting details in picturesRead to gain a knowledge of Bible times and placesCompare how God cared for Elijah and how God cares for usWeek 31: Desert PathsReader 31: Too SmallLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives1511348–57253–54291–92Identify some animals and plants commonly found in the desertCompare a desert with where the student livesInfer that God gave desert animals the ability to adapt to desert conditionsUse letter-sound association for oi /oi/ and oy /oi/Read words with the phonograms _oil and _oyRead the high-frequency word whoWrite a phrase1521358–65255–56293–94Explain how God created the saguaro cactus to hold water in extreme temperaturesParticipate in a shared writing activityUse letter-sound association for au /?/ and aw /?/Read words with the phonograms _aul, _aw, and _awnWrite a phrase1531366–73257–58295–96Identify the coyote as being able to adapt to desert conditionsExplain how cattle ranching can exist in the desertUse letter-sound association for a(l) /?/Read words with the phonogram _allWrite a question mark Write a sentence1541374–81259–60297–98Identify the camel as an animal that is found in the desertExplain that God created camels uniquely so they can live in a desert environmentExplain how the camel is used in the desertReview letter-sound association for r-controlled vowels and special vowel pairsRead words with r-controlled vowels and special vowel pairsPractice all high-frequency wordsWrite a phrase1551382–91299–300Infer the plot of the story by the picturesRead simple sentencesPredict the outcome of the storyIdentify key details in a textWeek 32: Vacation TravelReader 32: Raindrops and Other PoemsLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives1561392–1401261–62Identify beaches and islands as landformsDescribe the physical characteristics of an islandCompare and contrast dirt and sandIdentify the long sounds of a, e, i, o, and u Review phonograms with long vowelsRead compound wordsWrite compound words1571402–9263–64State that Native Americans played an important part in American historyAffirm that Native Americans lived in America before Columbus arrivedExplain how Native American artifacts help us understand historyIdentify some Native American historical sitesIdentify the beginning sound in wordsPractice rhyming wordsCopy a poem1581410–17265–66Identify several United States National Parks, including the Smoky MountainsNational Park Name some wild animals found in Cades CoveIdentify words with /sh/, /ch/, /th/, and /wh/Identify the two small words that make up a compound wordRead compound wordsWrite compound words1591418–23267–68Identify a colonial siteIdentify the historical significance of colonial sitesState the importance of samplers in the life of young colonial girlsState that the most important reason to learn to read is to read the BibleRead a Bible verseReview long- and short-vowel soundsRead long- and short-vowel wordsRead high-frequency wordsWrite all the lowercase letters of the alphabet1601424–33Interpret detail in picturesInterpret descriptive sentencesRead simple sentencesIdentify key details in a textIdentify rhyming wordsUnit 7: Review LessonsLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives1611434–39State ways that people celebrate Labor DayCompose a sentence about the job a student’s parent hasExplain from Genesis 2 that God made us to workAssociate honoring working people with the celebration of Labor DayPractice letters and soundsPractice proper pencil hold1621440–43Summarize the voyage taken by Columbus and his crewState that Columbus’s discovery of land happened in 1492Explain why Columbus Day is importantPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1631444–47Define veteranExplain the importance of Veterans DayCompose a thank-you letter to a veteranPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1641448–51Explain why the Pilgrims came to AmericaIdentify the Mayflower as the ship on which the Pilgrims sailed to the New WorldExplain why the Pilgrims held a Thanksgiving feastPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1651452–55Dramatize the first ThanksgivingDress like a Pilgrim or Native AmericanCompose a prayer of thanksgiving to GodPractice letters and soundsReview short-vowel word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1661456–59State why we celebrate ChristmasUse role-play to act out the Christmas storyPractice letters and soundsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting lettersLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives1671460–63Name the three gifts the wise men gave to JesusState why people give gifts at ChristmasPractice letters and soundsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1681464–67List some Christmas traditionsCreate a Christmas cardPractice letters and soundsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1691468–71Name familiar Christmas songs and carolsSing Christmas songs and carolsParticipate in carolingPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel word familiesRead the high-frequency word JesusPractice handwriting letters1701472–81Relate biblical truth to lifeGain a knowledge of Bible times and placesRead aloud with expression1711482–85Review classroom proceduresPractice reading familiar high-frequency and word family words Compose a sentence to add to a storyPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel wordsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1721486–89Explain the importance of recyclingExplain recycling as a way of caring for the resources God has given usPractice recycling by disposing of trash and recyclables correctlyPractice letters and soundsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1731490–93Associate the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. with the celebrationof Martin Luther King Jr. DayRecall the contributions of Martin Luther King Jr. to U.S. historyState that God loves all peopleRelate the love of God for all people to how people should treat one anotherPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel wordsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting lettersLessonTeacher’s EditionWorktext Phonics PracticeObjectives1741494–97State facts about groundhogsExplain why people celebrate Groundhog DayComplete a groundhog craftPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel wordsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1751498–1501List ways God shows His love to usCelebrate Valentine’s DayPractice letters and soundsRead short-vowel wordsPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1761502–5Identify the Washington Monument as the tallest monument in Washington, D.C.Explain why the Washington Monument was builtAssociate George Washington’s birthday with the celebration of Presidents’ DayPractice letters and soundsRead word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1771506–15Identify colorsMatch color wordsRead color wordsRead simple sentences with the aid of a rebusInterpret descriptive sentences1781516–19Relate the true Easter story according to the BibleState the importance of Christ’s death, burial, and resurrectionPractice letters and soundsRead word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1791520–23List several common Easter traditionsEvaluate current Easter traditions based on the true Easter storyPractice letters and soundsRead word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters1801524–27Define memorialExplain why Memorial Day is importantCompare and contrast Memorial Day with Veterans DayPractice letters and soundsRead word familiesPractice high-frequency wordsPractice handwriting letters ................
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