- Lessons and Quizes
- Games
- Glossary
- Resources
-
Module 1: Phonemic Awareness and Consonant Sounds
This module introduces the alphabet, including the vowel A and the consonants B, C, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, R, S, T, V, W, and Z. It further discusses tracking letter sounds, sight words, reading simple words, reading books, the consonant teams Wh, Ch, Th, and Sh, and applying letter sounds, and includes. Students will develop their listening skills and practice saying the alphabet. practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 1.1: Introducing the Alphabet: Exploring the letters of the alphabet, focusing on vowels and consonants.
- Lesson 1.2: Tracking Letter Sounds: Developing phonemic awareness by identifying and associating letter sounds.
- Lesson 1.3: Reading Simple Words: Building early reading skills by decoding and reading basic words.
- Lesson 1.4: Consonant Teams: Understanding consonant teams “Wh,” “Ch,” “Th,” and “Sh” and their unique sounds.
- Lesson 1.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and understanding by engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 1 RW 1
-
Module 2: Sentences and Spelling Words
This module discusses capital letters, spelling with short A, the letters X and Qu, consonant tracking with train cars, using a keyboard to type words, sentences, vocabulary, correct word order, finding, writing, and finishing statements, and using correct word order to share ideas. It also includes practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 2.1: Introducing the Alphabet: Exploring the letters of the alphabet, focusing on vowels and consonants.
- Lesson 2.2: Tracking Letter Sounds: Developing phonemic awareness by identifying and associating letter sounds.
- Lesson 2.3: Reading Simple Words: Building early reading skills by decoding and reading basic words.
- Lesson 2.4: Consonant Teams: Understanding consonant teams “Wh,” “Ch,” “Th,” and “Sh” and their unique sounds.
- Lesson 2.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and understanding by engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 2 RW 1
-
Module 3: Sentences and Short Vowels
This module covers the importance of vowels, initial and medial short vowel sounds, spelling with short I, finding and writing questions and exclamations, sentence order, choosing punctuation, and practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 3.1: Exploring the Importance of Vowels: Understanding the significance of vowels in creating and decoding words.
- Lesson 3.2: Short Vowel Sounds: Identifying and distinguishing initial and medial short vowel sounds in words.
- Lesson 3.3: Spelling with Short “I”: Learning spelling patterns and rules for words containing the short “I” sound.
- Lesson 3.4: Constructing Questions and Exclamations: Understanding sentence structure and punctuation when asking questions and expressing excitement.
- Lesson 3.5: Sentence Order and Punctuation: Practicing proper sentence construction and choosing appropriate punctuation marks.
- Let’s Review Module 3 RW 1
-
Module 4: Personal Narrative and Reading Long Vowels
This module discusses personal narrative, including writing ideas, revising, listening, and presentation. Also covered are vocabulary words, as well as spelling with short O, vowel plus E sounds, vowel plus E word blending, adding E to the end in reading, and spelling sight words by typing.
- Lesson 4.1: Crafting a Personal Narrative: Exploring the elements of a personal narrative and developing writing ideas.
- Lesson 4.2: Revising and Editing: Learning the importance of revising and editing personal narratives for improved clarity and coherence.
- Lesson 4.3: Listening and Presentation Skills: Practicing effective listening and presentation techniques to engage an audience.
- Lesson 4.4: Vocabulary Building: Expanding vocabulary through the use of context and word meanings.
- Lesson 4.5: Reading Long Vowels: Mastering the sounds and blending of words with vowel plus E combinations and words with E added to the end for improved reading fluency.
- Let’s Review Module 4 RW 1
-
Module 5: Different Genres and Reading Vowel Teams
This module discusses reading vowel teams, including discovery, vowel team sounds, slider vowel sounds, spelling with short E, the "two vowels go walking" rule in reading, vowel tracking with train cars, applying vowel teams, vowel plus R (crazy R's), and vowel plus R word blending. Also covered are features of non-fiction text, using illustration to find details, distinguishing between information sources, comparing genres, and connecting ideas.
- Lesson 5.1: Exploring Vowel Teams: Understanding the different vowel teams, their sounds, and how they work together in words.
- Lesson 5.2: Spelling with Short E: Learning spelling patterns and rules for words containing the short E sound
- Lesson 5.3: Vowel Teams Go Walking: Understanding the “two vowels go walking” rule and its impact on reading.
- Lesson 5.4: Features of Non-Fiction Texts: Identifying and understanding the characteristics of non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 5.5: Comparing Genres and Connecting Ideas: Analyzing different genres of texts and making connections between ideas in various texts.
- Let’s Review Module 5 RW 1
-
Module 6: Consonant Blends and Basic Expectancies
This module discusses spelling with short vowels, reading and spelling the letters C and G, rhyming, tracking, and spelling words that end with mp and nt, reading letters on squares, and practicing expectancies.
- Lesson 6.1: Spelling with Short Vowels: Exploring spelling patterns and rules for words containing short vowel sounds.
- Lesson 6.2: Reading and Spelling C and G: Learning the different sounds and spellings of the letters C and G in words.
- Lesson 6.3: Rhyming and Word Families: Recognizing rhyming words and exploring word families for improved reading and spelling.
- Lesson 6.4: Spelling Words with Final Blends: Practicing spelling words that end with consonant blends “mp” and “nt.”
- Lesson 6.5: Developing Word Expectancies: Practicing word recognition and expectancies to enhance reading fluency and comprehension.
- Let’s Review Module 6 RW 1
-
Module 7: Consonant Blends and Nouns
This module discusses nouns, including noun discovery, people nouns, days of the week, months of the year, capitalizing special words, plural nouns with s and with es, irregular plural nouns, and applying nouns. Also covered are vocabulary, tracking and spelling words with dr, gr, and tr, reading and spelling plurals, and practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 7.1: Exploring Nouns: Discovering different types of nouns and their roles in sentences.
- Lesson 7.2: Capitalizing Special Nouns: Understanding when and how to capitalize proper nouns and specific words.
- Lesson 7.3: Plural Nouns: Learning the rules for forming plural nouns with “s” and “es” endings.
- Lesson 7.4: Irregular Plural Nouns: Identifying and using irregular plural nouns that do not follow typical rules.
- Lesson 7.5: Spelling Consonant Blends: Tracking and spelling words with consonant blends “dr,” “gr,” and “tr” for improved reading and writing skills.
- Let’s Review Module 7 RW 1
-
Module 8: Plural Nouns and Book Reports
This module discusses vocabulary words, possessive nouns, abbreviations, spelling plural nouns by adding S, diagrams, comparing and contrasting characters, details in writing, and techniques for writing a book report, including gathering ideas, organizing ideas, and collaborating with peers.
- Lesson 8.1: Possessive Nouns: Understanding the concept and usage of possessive nouns to indicate ownership.
- Lesson 8.2: Exploring Abbreviations: Learning common abbreviations and their application in written communication.
- Lesson 8.3: Spelling Plural Nouns with “S”: Practicing the correct formation of plural nouns by adding “s.”
- Lesson 8.4: Analyzing Diagrams: Understanding the information presented in diagrams and visual representations.
- Lesson 8.5: Crafting a Book Report: Developing techniques for gathering and organizing ideas while collaborating with peers to create a comprehensive book report.
- Let’s Review Module 8 RW 1
-
Module 9: Consonant Teams and Action Verbs
This module covers verbs, including present, past, and future tense verbs, using was, were, is, and are, and comparing and applying verbs. Also discussed are vocabulary words, sorting and spelling words with cl, fl, sl, and st. The unit also provides practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 9.1: Exploring Action Verbs: Understanding the role and usage of action verbs in different tenses (present, past, and future).
- Lesson 9.2: Using “Was,” “Were,” “Is,” and “Are”: Mastering the correct application of these linking verbs in sentences.
- Lesson 9.3: Comparing and Applying Verbs: Analyzing and applying verbs to express different actions and states.
- Lesson 9.4: Spelling Consonant Teams: Sorting and spelling words with consonant teams “cl,” “fl,” “sl,” and “st” for improved reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 9.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and comprehension through engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 9 RW 1
-
Module 10: Explanatory Writing and Reading Syllables
This module discusses reading syllables, counting syllables, open and closed syllables, and applying what we have learned about syllables. Also covered are vocabulary words, charts, logical order and sequence, and reading and spelling words with double consonants, as well as the steps for explanatory writing including revising, speaking, listening to, and presenting.
- Lesson 10.1: Exploring Syllables: Understanding the concept of syllables and learning to count and identify syllables in words.
- Lesson 10.2: Open and Closed Syllables: Distinguishing between open and closed syllables and their impact on pronunciation.
- Lesson 10.3: Applying Syllable Knowledge: Practicing and applying knowledge of syllables to improve reading and spelling.
- Lesson 10.4: Organizing Information in Charts: Learning to use charts to organize information logically and systematically.
- Lesson 10.5: Explanatory Writing Steps: Understanding the steps involved in explanatory writing, including revising, speaking, listening to, and presenting the written work.
- Let’s Review Module 10 RW 1
-
Module 11: Consonant Teams and Non-Fiction
This module discusses discovering non-fiction, reading biographies, news articles, lists, and charts, sorting and spelling words with Sh, Ch, Wh, and Th, punctuating letters, and finding authors' intent.
- Lesson 11.1: Exploring Non-Fiction: Discovering the characteristics and purpose of non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 11.2: Reading Biographies and News Articles: Understanding the unique features of biographies and news articles as forms of non-fiction.
- Lesson 11.3: Analyzing Lists and Charts: Learning to interpret and extract information from lists and charts in non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 11.4: Spelling Consonant Teams: Sorting and spelling words with consonant teams “Sh,” “Ch,” “Wh,” and “Th” to improve reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 11.5: Understanding Authors’ Intent: Analyzing non-fiction texts to determine the authors’ intentions and main ideas.
- Let’s Review Module 11 RW 1
-
Module 12: Long Vowels and Non-Fiction
This module discusses book titles, spelling by adding E to the end, spelling words with long A and long I, and vocabulary words. Also covered are finding facts, telling the details, paragraphs, answering questions, and applying what we have learned about non-fiction.
- Lesson 12.1: Spelling with Long Vowels: Learning to spell words with long A and long I sounds.
- Lesson 12.2: Adding “E” to the End: Understanding the role of the silent “E” in changing short vowel sounds to long vowel sounds.
- Lesson 12.3: Discovering Book Titles: Analyzing book titles as an essential aspect of non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 12.4: Writing Detailed Paragraphs: Developing the skill of writing descriptive and informative paragraphs in non-fiction.
- Lesson 12.5: Applying Non-Fiction Techniques: Applying the strategies learned to find facts, answer questions, and interpret non-fiction texts effectively.
- Let’s Review Module 12 RW 1
-
Module 13: Long Vowels and Syllables
This module discusses discovering and applying word endings, sorting and spelling words with long O, finding and spelling words with long E, vocabulary words, reading and spelling with syllable cards, and practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 13.1: Applying Word Endings: Learning and using different word endings to create words with long vowels.
- Lesson 13.2: Spelling with Long O: Sorting and spelling words with the long O sound for improved reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 13.3: Finding and Spelling Long E Words: Identifying and spelling words with the long E sound.
- Lesson 13.4: Reading with Syllable Cards: Enhancing reading proficiency through the use of syllable cards to break down words.
- Lesson 13.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and comprehension skills by engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 13 RW 1
-
Module 14: Long and Short Vowels and Adjectives
This module discusses description including discovering description; adjectives; words that describe weather, color, feelings, and numbers; sorting and comparing adjectives; and applying what we have learned about description. Also included are vocabulary words and how to appreciate poetry.
- Lesson 14.1: Discovering Description: Exploring the concept of description in writing and its importance in communication.
- Lesson 14.2: Understanding Adjectives: Learning about adjectives and their role in adding detail and specificity to nouns.
- Lesson 14.3: Describing Weather, Color, Feelings, and Numbers: Identifying and using adjectives to describe various aspects of the world around us.
- Lesson 14.4: Sorting and Comparing Adjectives: Organizing and comparing adjectives to understand their different qualities and degrees.
- Lesson 14.5: Appreciating Poetry: Exploring the beauty and significance of poetry as a form of artistic expression, including how adjectives contribute to poetic imagery.
- Let’s Review Module 14 RW 1
-
Module 15: Comparing Adjectives and Long A Spelling
This module discusses the "two vowels go walking" rule and spelling words with long A teams, as well as how to use a dictionary, synonyms, similar adjectives, using conjunctions, showing relationships with conjunctions, vocabulary words, reading in context with focus on paragraphs, and categorizing and classifying.
- Lesson 15.1: Spelling Long A Words with Vowel Teams: Understanding and applying the “two vowels go walking” rule to spell words with long A vowel teams.
- Lesson 15.2: Using a Dictionary: Learning how to use a dictionary effectively to find word meanings and pronunciation.
- Lesson 15.3: Exploring Synonyms and Similar Adjectives: Identifying synonyms and exploring adjectives with similar meanings to enrich language use.
- Lesson 15.4: Understanding Conjunctions: Learning about conjunctions and their role in connecting words and phrases.
- Lesson 15.5: Categorizing and Classifying: Organizing information by categorizing and classifying items based on their characteristics.
- Let’s Review Module 15 RW 1
-
Module 16: Pronouns and Sentence Parts
This module covers pronouns, including discovering pronouns, using he, she, it, they, I, me, we, and us, and applying what we have learned about pronouns. Also discussed are subjects, predicates, compound subjects and predicates, sorting and spelling words with long E teams, words that rhyme with the long I sound but are spelled with Y, how "long I spelled with Y" words are spelled, and vocabulary words.
- Lesson 16.1: Discovering Pronouns: Understanding the role and functions of pronouns in sentences.
- Lesson 16.2: Using Personal Pronouns: Learning to use pronouns like he, she, it, they, I, me, we, and us in various contexts.
- Lesson 16.3: Exploring Sentence Parts: Understanding the components of sentences, including subjects and predicates.
- Lesson 16.4: Spelling Long E Words with Vowel Teams: Sorting and spelling words with long E vowel teams to improve reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 16.5: Spelling “Long I Spelled with Y” Words: Learning how words that rhyme with the long I sound but are spelled with Y.
- Let’s Review Module 16 RW 1
-
Module 17: Research and Reporting
This module discusses expository writing, including discovering expository writing, main and supporting ideas, research, organizing ideas, presentation skills, and making your presentation. Also covered are using commas, using text features, homonyms, vocabulary, time order words, and sorting and spelling words with long O sounds.
- Lesson 17.1: Discovering Expository Writing: Understanding the purpose and characteristics of expository writing.
- Lesson 17.2: Developing Main and Supporting Ideas: Learning to identify and present main ideas with supporting details in expository texts.
- Lesson 17.3: Conducting Research: Exploring effective research techniques to gather information for expository writing.
- Lesson 17.4: Organizing Ideas for Expository Writing: Learning strategies to structure and organize ideas coherently in expository pieces.
- Lesson 17.5: Effective Presentation Skills: Developing presentation skills to effectively communicate research findings and ideas to an audience.
- Let’s Review Module 17 RW 1
-
Module 18: Word Parts and Verb Tenses
This module covers finding root words, understanding prefixes and suffixes, making and spelling compound words, finding meaning with context clues, vocabulary words, using the right words, using prepositions, spelling words by adding ED and words with ING endings, and improving sentences.
- Lesson 18.1: Discovering Word Parts: Understanding the importance of root words and exploring prefixes and suffixes.
- Lesson 18.2: Making Compound Words: Learning how to create compound words by combining two or more words.
- Lesson 18.3: Finding Meaning with Context Clues: Developing the skill of using context clues to understand unfamiliar words in context.
- Lesson 18.4: Using Prepositions: Understanding the function and usage of prepositions in sentences.
- Lesson 18.5: Improving Sentences: Enhancing sentence structure and clarity through editing and revising.
- Let’s Review Module 18 RW 1
- Phonemic Awareness: The ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds (phonemes) in spoken words.
- Consonant Sounds: Sounds produced by obstructing or constricting the airflow using the articulators in the mouth.
- Vowel Sounds: Sounds produced with an open vocal tract and no significant constriction of the airflow.
- Sight Words: Commonly used words that are recognized by sight rather than being sounded out phonetically.
- Consonant Blends: Two or more consonant sounds combined together in a word without losing their individual sounds.
- Tracking Letter Sounds: The ability to visually follow and recognize individual letters and their corresponding sounds in words.
- Spelling: The act of correctly writing or arranging letters to form words.
- Short Vowels: Vowel sounds that are pronounced briefly and without any added stress.
- Long Vowels: Vowel sounds that are pronounced for a longer duration and often have a different quality.
- Narrative Writing: Writing that tells a story or recounts an event, usually in chronological order.
- Informative Writing: Writing that provides factual information, explanations, or descriptions on a particular topic.
- Main Idea: The central or most important point in a paragraph or passage.
- Sequencing: Arranging items or events in a specific order or sequence.
- Spelling Rules: Guidelines or principles that dictate how words are spelled based on specific patterns or conventions.
- Vocabulary: The set of words and their meanings that a person knows and understands.
Course Features
- Lectures 91
- Quizzes 17
- Duration 20 weeks
- Skill level Beginner
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes
-
Module 1: Phonemic Awareness and Consonant Sounds
This module introduces the alphabet, including the vowel A and the consonants B, C, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, R, S, T, V, W, and Z. It further discusses tracking letter sounds, sight words, reading simple words, reading books, the consonant teams Wh, Ch, Th, and Sh, and applying letter sounds, and includes. Students will develop their listening skills and practice saying the alphabet. practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 1.1: Introducing the Alphabet: Exploring the letters of the alphabet, focusing on vowels and consonants.
- Lesson 1.2: Tracking Letter Sounds: Developing phonemic awareness by identifying and associating letter sounds.
- Lesson 1.3: Reading Simple Words: Building early reading skills by decoding and reading basic words.
- Lesson 1.4: Consonant Teams: Understanding consonant teams “Wh,” “Ch,” “Th,” and “Sh” and their unique sounds.
- Lesson 1.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and understanding by engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 1 RW 1
-
Module 2: Sentences and Spelling Words
This module discusses capital letters, spelling with short A, the letters X and Qu, consonant tracking with train cars, using a keyboard to type words, sentences, vocabulary, correct word order, finding, writing, and finishing statements, and using correct word order to share ideas. It also includes practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 2.1: Introducing the Alphabet: Exploring the letters of the alphabet, focusing on vowels and consonants.
- Lesson 2.2: Tracking Letter Sounds: Developing phonemic awareness by identifying and associating letter sounds.
- Lesson 2.3: Reading Simple Words: Building early reading skills by decoding and reading basic words.
- Lesson 2.4: Consonant Teams: Understanding consonant teams “Wh,” “Ch,” “Th,” and “Sh” and their unique sounds.
- Lesson 2.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and understanding by engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 2 RW 1
-
Module 3: Sentences and Short Vowels
This module covers the importance of vowels, initial and medial short vowel sounds, spelling with short I, finding and writing questions and exclamations, sentence order, choosing punctuation, and practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 3.1: Exploring the Importance of Vowels: Understanding the significance of vowels in creating and decoding words.
- Lesson 3.2: Short Vowel Sounds: Identifying and distinguishing initial and medial short vowel sounds in words.
- Lesson 3.3: Spelling with Short “I”: Learning spelling patterns and rules for words containing the short “I” sound.
- Lesson 3.4: Constructing Questions and Exclamations: Understanding sentence structure and punctuation when asking questions and expressing excitement.
- Lesson 3.5: Sentence Order and Punctuation: Practicing proper sentence construction and choosing appropriate punctuation marks.
- Let’s Review Module 3 RW 1
-
Module 4: Personal Narrative and Reading Long Vowels
This module discusses personal narrative, including writing ideas, revising, listening, and presentation. Also covered are vocabulary words, as well as spelling with short O, vowel plus E sounds, vowel plus E word blending, adding E to the end in reading, and spelling sight words by typing.
- Lesson 4.1: Crafting a Personal Narrative: Exploring the elements of a personal narrative and developing writing ideas.
- Lesson 4.2: Revising and Editing: Learning the importance of revising and editing personal narratives for improved clarity and coherence.
- Lesson 4.3: Listening and Presentation Skills: Practicing effective listening and presentation techniques to engage an audience.
- Lesson 4.4: Vocabulary Building: Expanding vocabulary through the use of context and word meanings.
- Lesson 4.5: Reading Long Vowels: Mastering the sounds and blending of words with vowel plus E combinations and words with E added to the end for improved reading fluency.
- Let’s Review Module 4 RW 1
-
Module 5: Different Genres and Reading Vowel Teams
This module discusses reading vowel teams, including discovery, vowel team sounds, slider vowel sounds, spelling with short E, the "two vowels go walking" rule in reading, vowel tracking with train cars, applying vowel teams, vowel plus R (crazy R's), and vowel plus R word blending. Also covered are features of non-fiction text, using illustration to find details, distinguishing between information sources, comparing genres, and connecting ideas.
- Lesson 5.1: Exploring Vowel Teams: Understanding the different vowel teams, their sounds, and how they work together in words.
- Lesson 5.2: Spelling with Short E: Learning spelling patterns and rules for words containing the short E sound
- Lesson 5.3: Vowel Teams Go Walking: Understanding the “two vowels go walking” rule and its impact on reading.
- Lesson 5.4: Features of Non-Fiction Texts: Identifying and understanding the characteristics of non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 5.5: Comparing Genres and Connecting Ideas: Analyzing different genres of texts and making connections between ideas in various texts.
- Let’s Review Module 5 RW 1
-
Module 6: Consonant Blends and Basic Expectancies
This module discusses spelling with short vowels, reading and spelling the letters C and G, rhyming, tracking, and spelling words that end with mp and nt, reading letters on squares, and practicing expectancies.
- Lesson 6.1: Spelling with Short Vowels: Exploring spelling patterns and rules for words containing short vowel sounds.
- Lesson 6.2: Reading and Spelling C and G: Learning the different sounds and spellings of the letters C and G in words.
- Lesson 6.3: Rhyming and Word Families: Recognizing rhyming words and exploring word families for improved reading and spelling.
- Lesson 6.4: Spelling Words with Final Blends: Practicing spelling words that end with consonant blends “mp” and “nt.”
- Lesson 6.5: Developing Word Expectancies: Practicing word recognition and expectancies to enhance reading fluency and comprehension.
- Let’s Review Module 6 RW 1
-
Module 7: Consonant Blends and Nouns
This module discusses nouns, including noun discovery, people nouns, days of the week, months of the year, capitalizing special words, plural nouns with s and with es, irregular plural nouns, and applying nouns. Also covered are vocabulary, tracking and spelling words with dr, gr, and tr, reading and spelling plurals, and practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 7.1: Exploring Nouns: Discovering different types of nouns and their roles in sentences.
- Lesson 7.2: Capitalizing Special Nouns: Understanding when and how to capitalize proper nouns and specific words.
- Lesson 7.3: Plural Nouns: Learning the rules for forming plural nouns with “s” and “es” endings.
- Lesson 7.4: Irregular Plural Nouns: Identifying and using irregular plural nouns that do not follow typical rules.
- Lesson 7.5: Spelling Consonant Blends: Tracking and spelling words with consonant blends “dr,” “gr,” and “tr” for improved reading and writing skills.
- Let’s Review Module 7 RW 1
-
Module 8: Plural Nouns and Book Reports
This module discusses vocabulary words, possessive nouns, abbreviations, spelling plural nouns by adding S, diagrams, comparing and contrasting characters, details in writing, and techniques for writing a book report, including gathering ideas, organizing ideas, and collaborating with peers.
- Lesson 8.1: Possessive Nouns: Understanding the concept and usage of possessive nouns to indicate ownership.
- Lesson 8.2: Exploring Abbreviations: Learning common abbreviations and their application in written communication.
- Lesson 8.3: Spelling Plural Nouns with “S”: Practicing the correct formation of plural nouns by adding “s.”
- Lesson 8.4: Analyzing Diagrams: Understanding the information presented in diagrams and visual representations.
- Lesson 8.5: Crafting a Book Report: Developing techniques for gathering and organizing ideas while collaborating with peers to create a comprehensive book report.
- Let’s Review Module 8 RW 1
-
Module 9: Consonant Teams and Action Verbs
This module covers verbs, including present, past, and future tense verbs, using was, were, is, and are, and comparing and applying verbs. Also discussed are vocabulary words, sorting and spelling words with cl, fl, sl, and st. The unit also provides practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 9.1: Exploring Action Verbs: Understanding the role and usage of action verbs in different tenses (present, past, and future).
- Lesson 9.2: Using “Was,” “Were,” “Is,” and “Are”: Mastering the correct application of these linking verbs in sentences.
- Lesson 9.3: Comparing and Applying Verbs: Analyzing and applying verbs to express different actions and states.
- Lesson 9.4: Spelling Consonant Teams: Sorting and spelling words with consonant teams “cl,” “fl,” “sl,” and “st” for improved reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 9.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and comprehension through engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 9 RW 1
-
Module 10: Explanatory Writing and Reading Syllables
This module discusses reading syllables, counting syllables, open and closed syllables, and applying what we have learned about syllables. Also covered are vocabulary words, charts, logical order and sequence, and reading and spelling words with double consonants, as well as the steps for explanatory writing including revising, speaking, listening to, and presenting.
- Lesson 10.1: Exploring Syllables: Understanding the concept of syllables and learning to count and identify syllables in words.
- Lesson 10.2: Open and Closed Syllables: Distinguishing between open and closed syllables and their impact on pronunciation.
- Lesson 10.3: Applying Syllable Knowledge: Practicing and applying knowledge of syllables to improve reading and spelling.
- Lesson 10.4: Organizing Information in Charts: Learning to use charts to organize information logically and systematically.
- Lesson 10.5: Explanatory Writing Steps: Understanding the steps involved in explanatory writing, including revising, speaking, listening to, and presenting the written work.
- Let’s Review Module 10 RW 1
-
Module 11: Consonant Teams and Non-Fiction
This module discusses discovering non-fiction, reading biographies, news articles, lists, and charts, sorting and spelling words with Sh, Ch, Wh, and Th, punctuating letters, and finding authors' intent.
- Lesson 11.1: Exploring Non-Fiction: Discovering the characteristics and purpose of non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 11.2: Reading Biographies and News Articles: Understanding the unique features of biographies and news articles as forms of non-fiction.
- Lesson 11.3: Analyzing Lists and Charts: Learning to interpret and extract information from lists and charts in non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 11.4: Spelling Consonant Teams: Sorting and spelling words with consonant teams “Sh,” “Ch,” “Wh,” and “Th” to improve reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 11.5: Understanding Authors’ Intent: Analyzing non-fiction texts to determine the authors’ intentions and main ideas.
- Let’s Review Module 11 RW 1
-
Module 12: Long Vowels and Non-Fiction
This module discusses book titles, spelling by adding E to the end, spelling words with long A and long I, and vocabulary words. Also covered are finding facts, telling the details, paragraphs, answering questions, and applying what we have learned about non-fiction.
- Lesson 12.1: Spelling with Long Vowels: Learning to spell words with long A and long I sounds.
- Lesson 12.2: Adding “E” to the End: Understanding the role of the silent “E” in changing short vowel sounds to long vowel sounds.
- Lesson 12.3: Discovering Book Titles: Analyzing book titles as an essential aspect of non-fiction texts.
- Lesson 12.4: Writing Detailed Paragraphs: Developing the skill of writing descriptive and informative paragraphs in non-fiction.
- Lesson 12.5: Applying Non-Fiction Techniques: Applying the strategies learned to find facts, answer questions, and interpret non-fiction texts effectively.
- Let’s Review Module 12 RW 1
-
Module 13: Long Vowels and Syllables
This module discusses discovering and applying word endings, sorting and spelling words with long O, finding and spelling words with long E, vocabulary words, reading and spelling with syllable cards, and practice listening to and comprehending stories read aloud.
- Lesson 13.1: Applying Word Endings: Learning and using different word endings to create words with long vowels.
- Lesson 13.2: Spelling with Long O: Sorting and spelling words with the long O sound for improved reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 13.3: Finding and Spelling Long E Words: Identifying and spelling words with the long E sound.
- Lesson 13.4: Reading with Syllable Cards: Enhancing reading proficiency through the use of syllable cards to break down words.
- Lesson 13.5: Listening and Comprehension: Practicing active listening and comprehension skills by engaging with stories read aloud.
- Let’s Review Module 13 RW 1
-
Module 14: Long and Short Vowels and Adjectives
This module discusses description including discovering description; adjectives; words that describe weather, color, feelings, and numbers; sorting and comparing adjectives; and applying what we have learned about description. Also included are vocabulary words and how to appreciate poetry.
- Lesson 14.1: Discovering Description: Exploring the concept of description in writing and its importance in communication.
- Lesson 14.2: Understanding Adjectives: Learning about adjectives and their role in adding detail and specificity to nouns.
- Lesson 14.3: Describing Weather, Color, Feelings, and Numbers: Identifying and using adjectives to describe various aspects of the world around us.
- Lesson 14.4: Sorting and Comparing Adjectives: Organizing and comparing adjectives to understand their different qualities and degrees.
- Lesson 14.5: Appreciating Poetry: Exploring the beauty and significance of poetry as a form of artistic expression, including how adjectives contribute to poetic imagery.
- Let’s Review Module 14 RW 1
-
Module 15: Comparing Adjectives and Long A Spelling
This module discusses the "two vowels go walking" rule and spelling words with long A teams, as well as how to use a dictionary, synonyms, similar adjectives, using conjunctions, showing relationships with conjunctions, vocabulary words, reading in context with focus on paragraphs, and categorizing and classifying.
- Lesson 15.1: Spelling Long A Words with Vowel Teams: Understanding and applying the “two vowels go walking” rule to spell words with long A vowel teams.
- Lesson 15.2: Using a Dictionary: Learning how to use a dictionary effectively to find word meanings and pronunciation.
- Lesson 15.3: Exploring Synonyms and Similar Adjectives: Identifying synonyms and exploring adjectives with similar meanings to enrich language use.
- Lesson 15.4: Understanding Conjunctions: Learning about conjunctions and their role in connecting words and phrases.
- Lesson 15.5: Categorizing and Classifying: Organizing information by categorizing and classifying items based on their characteristics.
- Let’s Review Module 15 RW 1
-
Module 16: Pronouns and Sentence Parts
This module covers pronouns, including discovering pronouns, using he, she, it, they, I, me, we, and us, and applying what we have learned about pronouns. Also discussed are subjects, predicates, compound subjects and predicates, sorting and spelling words with long E teams, words that rhyme with the long I sound but are spelled with Y, how "long I spelled with Y" words are spelled, and vocabulary words.
- Lesson 16.1: Discovering Pronouns: Understanding the role and functions of pronouns in sentences.
- Lesson 16.2: Using Personal Pronouns: Learning to use pronouns like he, she, it, they, I, me, we, and us in various contexts.
- Lesson 16.3: Exploring Sentence Parts: Understanding the components of sentences, including subjects and predicates.
- Lesson 16.4: Spelling Long E Words with Vowel Teams: Sorting and spelling words with long E vowel teams to improve reading and writing skills.
- Lesson 16.5: Spelling “Long I Spelled with Y” Words: Learning how words that rhyme with the long I sound but are spelled with Y.
- Let’s Review Module 16 RW 1
-
Module 17: Research and Reporting
This module discusses expository writing, including discovering expository writing, main and supporting ideas, research, organizing ideas, presentation skills, and making your presentation. Also covered are using commas, using text features, homonyms, vocabulary, time order words, and sorting and spelling words with long O sounds.
- Lesson 17.1: Discovering Expository Writing: Understanding the purpose and characteristics of expository writing.
- Lesson 17.2: Developing Main and Supporting Ideas: Learning to identify and present main ideas with supporting details in expository texts.
- Lesson 17.3: Conducting Research: Exploring effective research techniques to gather information for expository writing.
- Lesson 17.4: Organizing Ideas for Expository Writing: Learning strategies to structure and organize ideas coherently in expository pieces.
- Lesson 17.5: Effective Presentation Skills: Developing presentation skills to effectively communicate research findings and ideas to an audience.
- Let’s Review Module 17 RW 1
-
Module 18: Word Parts and Verb Tenses
This module covers finding root words, understanding prefixes and suffixes, making and spelling compound words, finding meaning with context clues, vocabulary words, using the right words, using prepositions, spelling words by adding ED and words with ING endings, and improving sentences.
- Lesson 18.1: Discovering Word Parts: Understanding the importance of root words and exploring prefixes and suffixes.
- Lesson 18.2: Making Compound Words: Learning how to create compound words by combining two or more words.
- Lesson 18.3: Finding Meaning with Context Clues: Developing the skill of using context clues to understand unfamiliar words in context.
- Lesson 18.4: Using Prepositions: Understanding the function and usage of prepositions in sentences.
- Lesson 18.5: Improving Sentences: Enhancing sentence structure and clarity through editing and revising.
- Let’s Review Module 18 RW 1
