GRADE 5

RELIGION

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

1. Acknowledge with confidence God's plan of salvation as clearlyrevealed in Scripture.

2. Determine whether selected Bible passages reveal God's

Law showing our sinfulness and our need for forgiveness or God's

Gospel message the Good News of salvation by grace through faith

in Jesus Christ or both.

3. Use Bible reference tools to discover Gospel passages.

4. Praise God for His plan of salvation.

5. Describe Scripture as the work of many human authors and yet

the pure, "God-breathed" Word.

6. Identify grace as the motivation for good works.

7. Express joy and confidence in the forgiveness God freely

offers them through Christ.

8. Acknowledge Holy Scripture as the final authority for both

doctrine and practice.

9. Describe the impact of God's Law and Gospel on their lives.

10. Compare the old covenant with God's new covenant in Jesus.

11. Recognize signs of God's love and care in their own lives.

12. Recognize that God is faithful, strengthens them, and gives

them the victory over their enemies sin, death, and the power of

the devil.

13. Express reliance on God and His Word for courage, wisdom, and

direction throughout their lives.

14. Recognize that no force is more powerful than God and His

love for them in Christ.

15. Identify opportunities in which the Holy Spirit can use them

in service to God.

16. Trust that God will accomplish His good purposes in their

lives, even in times of conflict and crisis.

17. Acknowledge Christ's forgiveness and rely on the Holy

Spirit's power to share God's love with others, especially with

those who have not yet heard the saving Gospel of salvation by

grace through faith in Jesus.

18. Express confident trust that Jesus their Savior will renew

and strengthen them to respond with forgiveness toward others.

19. Define worship as our response to God's grace in which we

demonstrate our love, honor, and respect for Him in everything we

say and do.

20. Acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah, the Christ who fulfilled

Old Testament prophecies.

21. Recognize that through the means of grace, the Holy Spirit

leads people to identify and trust in Jesus Christ as their Lord

and Savior.

22. Daily remember the covenant God made with them in Baptism as

they repent of their sin and receive the full assurance of God's

forgiveness.

23. Realize that the Holy Spirit empowers us to live as God's

children.

24. Express confident trust in God's promise to work through the

means of grace to help them overcome the temptations they face.

25. Acknowledge that through His suffering and death, Jesus

earned forgiveness of sin and eternal life for them and for all

people.

26. Appreciate the need to witness to all people, including

people of every race, color, and nationality.

27. Study Bible references that describe the joy that awaits them

in heaven through faith in Jesus Christ.

LANGUAGE ARTS

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

1. Compare and contrast various translations of the Holy

Scriptures.

2. Make evaluative judgments of fact or opinion when reading.

3. Listen critically to radio and television advertisements for

errors, propaganda, or false claims.

4. Preview and skim expository selections and summarize the high

points.

5. Infer a time sequence in a story.

6. Form generalizations from given details.

7. Identify the following sections of a newspaper: editorial,

sports, feature, and classified.

8. Write articles, editorials, advertisements, sports reports,

news stories, and feature articles for a class newspaper.

9. Deliver a brief impromptu speech confidently and with good

organization of thought.

10. Participate in class debates.

11. Conduct an interview using a list of prepared questions.

12. Listen to a wide variety of stories, poetry, and exposition,

and find pleasure in exploring new types.

13. Participate with a group in writing and producing a script

for a skit or play.

14. Show an increasing awareness of the value of social

conversation for sharing information or persuading others.

15. Use a dictionary to define and spell words.

16. Use a library's reference materials to research a topic,

including computer searches, diagrams, and maps to locate

information.

17. Identify metaphors or similes in what they read.

18. Spell correctly the words they need in order to write.

*Objectives were misnumbered--there is no objective #19

20. Choose to read books in leisure time that are age appropriate

and ability appropriate.

21. Demonstrate increasing competence in inflection, modulation,

and other methods of voice control.

22. Understand that standard English is needed for effective oral

and written communication.

<*dv_0*>23. Read for the purpose of gaining information on topics of

interest.

24. Write to express feelings or opinions.

25. Adapt method and speed of reading to content and purpose.

26. Present organized talks or dramatic recitations.

MATHEMATICS

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

1. Read, write, round, order, and use numerals through billions,

decimals to thousandths, fractions, and mixed numbers.

2. Estimate and find the sum or difference of two 3 5 digit whole

numbers, the product of a one-, two-, or a three-digit whole

number by a one-, two-, or a three-digit whole number by a one-,

two-, or three-digit whole number, and to find the quotient for

division problems that have one- or two-digit divisors.

3. Estimate and find the sum or difference of any two decimals to

the thousandths.

4. Multiply and divide decimals by whole numbers.

5. Use a calculator to find the sum or difference of any two

decimal numerals, the product of any decimal and whole number,

and the quotient of a decimal divided by a whole number.

6. Determine the prime factorization of a number. (Finding the

prime factorization is easier if students know the tests for

divisibility by 2, 3, 4, 5, and 10.)

7. Find the greatest common factor and the least common multiple

of two or more numbers.

8. Develop the ability to find equivalent fractions for a given

fraction and to reduce fractions.

9. Add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers with like and

unlike denominators.

10. Multiply a whole number by a fraction, a fraction by a whole

number, and a fraction by a fraction.

11. Convert a common fraction or mixed numeral to a decimal and a

decimal to a common fraction or mixed numeral.

12. Simplify an expression, including symbols of inclusion.

13. Use formulas to compute the circumference of a circle, and

the area of a square, a rectangle, a triangle, and a

parallelogram.

14. Determine the volume of solids by counting nonstandard units

and standard units.

15. Estimate and calculate the volume of a rectangular prism or

cube.

16. Describe the relationships that exist between various units

of volume and between volume and capacity for the metric system.

17. Convert from one unit of measure to another unit of measure

within the same measurement system.

18. Express a relationship as a ratio, determine if two ratios

are equal, and determine the missing term given two equivalent

ratios.

19. Interpret and use scale drawings.

20. Represent situations and number patterns with tables, graphs,

verbal rules, and equations that include variables.

21. Analyze tables and graphs to identify properties and

relationships.

22. Systematically collect, organize, and summarize data in a

table or a pictograph. Construct, read, and interpret tables,

charts, and graphs. Compute measures of central tendency (mean,

median, and mode) and the range.

23. Determine the empirical probability of a simple event by

conducting experiments and finding the theoretical probability of

a simple event by constructing a sample space for the set of all

possible outcomes and the set of all favorable outcomes.

24. Predict outcomes based on theoretical probability and

empirical probability.

25. Identify by name polygons with 4, 5, 6, 8, or 10 sides and

classify plane figures, angles, and space figures.

26. Construct circles and identify the radius, diameter, chord,

center, and circumference of circles.

27. Measure and draw angles using a protractor.

28. Transform plane figures and identify how a figure was

transformed.

29. Construct three-dimensional models and describe the model

when looking at it from different perspectives.

SCIENCE

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

1. Measure the amount of work done in lifting an object (Work =

Force x Distance).

2. Explain that work transfers energy either to the system

(stretching a spring or the "spring" of gravity) or to the motion

of a particle as kinetic energy.

3. Demonstrate the difference between potential and kinetic

energy and explain how, when energy is transferred from one form

to another, it is still conserved.

4. Identify the parts of the excretory, skeletal, muscular,

nervous, and reproductive systems, and list the functions of

each.

5. Define an atom and a molecule and connect the names of

compounds to their constituent atoms.

6. Construct molecular models of simple compounds (first 20

atoms) based on their chemical formulas.

7. Connect the formulas of compounds of their names with the

periodic chart of the elements.

8. Use the Roman number of the columns of the periodic chart to

identify the number of bonds (hands) used by the element to

attach to other atoms in building molecules.

9. Read basic weather instruments and weather maps.

10. Predict weather conditions for the next day based on a given

weather map or set of changing data.

11. Interpret the symbols on a topographical map.

12. Measure the size of the earth by using Eratosthenes' method.

(Call a friend that lives south or north.)

13. Measure the time of day by using shadows cast by the sun.

14. Demonstrate how lunar and solar eclipses can occur.

15. Make a billion to one scale model of the solar system (size

and distance) outdoors, as a display for the community.

16. Describe the method used to measure the distance to a star.

17. Make slides of simple cells (onion, hair, cheek) and properly

focus them under a microscope.

18. Describe the basic difference between plant and animal cells.

19. Create their own hay infusion and identify the organisms in

it.

20. Differentiate between asexual and sexual reproduction.

21. Compare the reproductive processes and embryology of the

chicken with that of a human being.

22. Identify relationships, obligations, and responsibilities

humans owe to members of both sexes.

SOCIAL STUDIES

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

1. Locate the 50 states on an outline map.

2. Identify major geographic regions of the United States.

3. Support basic constitutional rights.

4. Explain the responsibility of being a United States citizen.

5. Use reference resources (i.e., encyclopedias, atlases,

almanacs).

6. Write a persuasive paragraph regarding civil rights.

7. Explain how cultures respond to physical environments.

8. Place events into a chronological order.

9. Recognize historical eras of United States history.

10. Demonstrate empathy and critical thinking when responding to

cultural social issues.

11. Relate personal experience to current events.

12. Show understanding of role and social status and their

implications.

13. Explain how governmental decisions affect daily life.

14. Identify economic impacts upon the culture.

15. Describe how global issues affect daily life.

16. Role play the legislative process.

17. Discuss major current events from a daily newspaper.

18. Recognize hardships faced during the western migration.

19. Define difference between a colony and a state.

20. Explain how the Industrial Revolution changed America.

21. Work effectively in a cooperative group.

22. Appreciate the diversity of the American experience.

23. Identify major land forms, (i.e., rivers, mountain ranges).

24. Explain how rich natural resources have been a blessing to

the United States.

25. Identify outstanding Americans in their historical context.

26. Appreciate cultural contributions (i.e., music, art, and

literature).

27. Use charts to interpret dates (i.e., music, art, and

literature).

28. Retrace major exploration routes.

29. Discuss and evaluate historical situations (e.g., the

American Revolution, slavery).

ART

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

Art History

1. Discuss how artworks reflect the technology, times, and skills

of a society.

2. Discuss characteristics of style or period for selected works

of art (Egyptian, Renaissance both Italian and Northern

European Impressionism, Cubism, and Native American).

3. Recognize the artwork of individual artists and group a

selection of works according to style.

4. Describe and discuss American art of the frontier and how art

can be used to portray ideas about history.

The Creation of Art

5. Show increased skill in using drawing and painting techniques

to create compositions, depict space, and communicate feelings.

6. Show increased skill in using printmaking techniques to create

compositions, depict space, and communicate feelings. In addition

to the relief prints explored in previous grades, students should

be introduced to serigraph, collotypes, and monoprints.

7. Use variations of line, shape, color, and texture to

illustrate the principles of balance, repetition, dominance, and

harmony.

8. Model and sculpt human and animal forms in clay.

9. Create drawings from the imagination and develop the theme

with detail and elaboration.

10. Design their own lettering or "font."

11. Draw a given set of geometric forms in two-point perspective.

12. Construct an architectural model from cartons, cardboard, or

other suitable materials and decorate it with selected

architectural details.

13. Arrange (with other students) architectural models into a

neighborhood or town.

14. Depict from imagination an event of history.

15. Utilize design concepts and motifs of Native American art in

the creation of a ceramic form.

16. Create masks in plaster, paper, and/orpaper-mÉchÇ which are

derivative of Native American and African designs and concepts.

17. Show increased skill in using clay to make sculptural and

utilitarian forms.

18. Show increased skill in the creation of handmade paper.

19. Show increased skill in using collage and photo-montage as a

means for personal expression.

20. Show increased skill in weaving and stitchery.

21. Develop social skills and Christian character as they work

with others.

Art Criticism and Analysis

22. Describe and categorize the specific principles of design

(balance, emphasis, rhythm and movement, repetition, and unity).

23. Recognize and discriminate among the elements of art in a

given set of artworks and tell how the elements contribute to the

overall mood or theme of the work.

24. Recognize and describe the use of art media.

25. Understand the properties of color: hue, value, and

intensity.

Aesthetics

26. Compare the functions and values presented by the art of two

different cultural groups.

27. Consider the meaning and definition of art from a Christian

perspective.

28. Demonstrate an ability to discuss and understand a wide

variety of artwork.

29. Describe, using the vocabulary of the visual arts, the

aesthetic and unaesthetic elements in the urban and rural

environment.

MUSIC

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

Singing

1. Sing increasingly advanced music (wider range, more complex

rhythms and melodies) from various cultures, styles, and genres

from hymnals, sheet music, and memory in unison and two-part

harmony.

2. Sing African and Middle Eastern songs.

3. Sing in a group with good breathing, posture, expression,

diction, and intonation.

4. Begin sight singing simple melodies on so-fa syllables or

scale step numbers (with light keyboard support to give

underlying harmony and later without keyboard).

Playing (Instruments)

5. Begin instruction on band/orchestra instruments, if choosing

to join a band or orchestra.

6. Continue playing recorders (adding songs in B-flat major and D

major) and Orff/rhythm instruments (with more complex rhythms).

7. Explore African and Middle Eastern instruments.

8. Play three chord songs alone on an Autoharp, using a written

chart of chords for a song.

Moving

9. Choreograph a piece of music, using rhythmic motions to match

the dynamics, speed, rhythm, melodic contour and phrasing, and

character of the music.

10. Participate in square dancing (in conjunction with

physical-education classes).

11. Conduct 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, and 4/4 patterns.

Listening

12. Listen to program music (instrumental music that tells a

story, paints a scene, or follows a text).

13. Listen to absolute music (instrumental music that has no

specific narrative or pictorial associations).

14. Listen to African and Middle Eastern music.

Improvising

15. Improvise simple rhythmic variations and simple melodic

embellishments on familiar songs, leading to improvising short

songs and instrumental pieces. (The teacher sets up clear

parameters, offering possibilities from which the students may

choose.)

16. Begin to sing improvised harmonies in thirds and sixths.

Reading

17. Know and understand key signature names and how to find them

in the treble clef.

18. Use key signatures to identify lines and spaces of the staff

with the scale step numbers and/or sol-fa syllables for each key.

(The line or space of the farthest sharp to the right in a key

signature is scale step number 7 or "ti" in sol-fa syllables. The

line or space of the farthest flat to the right in a key

signature is scale step number 4 or "fa" in sol-fa syllables.)

19. Know, identify, and understand 6/8, 3/8, 4/8, 2/8 time

signatures, sixteenth notes and rests, triplets, tied notes, and

various articulation terms (e.g., legato, staccato, marcato).

Composing

20. Dramatize a piece of program music (e.g., write a script,

make actions).

21. Write sound effects using Orff and rhythm instruments to

accompany a poem or brief story.

Comparing

22. Hear and identify thick textures (much activity, many

different notes and rhythms) and thin textures (comparatively few

different notes and rhythms) in music and relate that concept of

texture to works of art and nature.

23. Analyze how sonata form works with key relations of tonic (1)

and dominant (V).

24. Break down different instruments into families by how their

sound is produced (woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion).

25. Experience the music and learn about the lives of several

major composers (e.g., Handel, Haydn, Brahms, Britten), comparing

how their music is similar and different.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

By the end of grade 5, students will be able to

Acquire Movement Concepts

1. Continuously transfer weight, feet to hands to feet, using a

variety of body shapes.

2. Consistently use mature form components when jumping for

height and distance, leaping, and kicking.

3. Use both forehand and backhand patterns when striking objects

with a paddle.

4. Explore manipulative skill adaptations for basic offensive and

defensive stances and positioning.

5. Explore stability and locomotor skill adaptations for basic

offensive and defensive stances and positioning.

6. Combine locomotor and nonlocomotor movements into sequences

that express ideas and emotions.

Acquire Fundamental Movement Patterns/Skills

7. Use locomotor skills with a partner and in small groups in

specific rhythmic movement sequences.

8. Throw a variety of objects for both distance and accuracy.

9. Continuously send and receive sport balls with a partner while

moving in a large-group setting.

10. Combine sending and receiving skills in small-group and

lead-up activities.

Acquire Fitness Skills and Behavior

11. Use fundamental and specific skills in combinations while

exploring simple offensive strategies.

12. Continuously juggle three scarves in a designated pattern.

13. Participate in vigorous activity for a sustained period of

time while maintaining a target heart rate of 160 beats per

minute (about 26 or 27 beats for 10 seconds).

14. Recover from vigorous physical activity in 10 minutes (heart

rate below 100 beats per minute).

15. Participate in games, sports, dance, and outdoor pursuits,

both in and outside of school.

16. Incorporate proper body alignment into correct technique for

both static and dynamic tasks

Acquire Cognitive Elements Related to Movement Experiences

17. Balance vigorous physical activity with appropriate rest

intervals (relaxation).

18. Identify specific physical movements that express self-image.

19. Distinguish between right and wrong, relative to rules and

regulations.

20. Understand the importance of developing skills and fitness

components as a road toward holistic well-being.

21. Understand the importance of fair play and following the

rules for all participants.

22. Identify components and specific activities for physical

conditioning that are personally satisfying.

23. Prioritize activities that satisfy personal interests and

enjoyment for future participation.

24. Understand the importance of safe and proper exercise and

physical activity.

25. Describe essential elements of mature movement patterns.

26. Acknowledge the expressive potential of movement and dance

experiences.

Demonstrate Responsible Personal and Social Attitudes and

Behavior for Movement Experiences

27. Participate in physical activity for the sheer joy of

participation.

28. Look forward to a variety of daily activity.

29. Be considerate of fellow group or team members and show

respect for other participants.

30. Remain on task in a small group without close teacher

monitoring.

31. Choose a partner he/she can work with productively.

32. Accept simple officiating duties during participation in game

and sport activities.

33. Appreciate the body as a marvelous creation of God that

requires special care.