Kindergarten 2013 2014 Lesson Plan Schedule 1st Nine Weeks

Week 1 September 3 6 L.A. K.1a-e, K.3a-h, K.10ab Math K.11ab Shapes H.S.S. K.8a-g Citizenship Character Trait: Trustworthiness Week 2 September 9 13 L.A. K.1a-e, K.3a-h, K.10ab Math K.11ab, K.12 Shapes & Location of H.S.S. K.8 a-g Citizenship Character Trait: Trustworthiness Week 3 September 16 20 L.A. K.1a-e, K.3a-h, K.10ab Math K.11ab, K.12 Shapes & Location of H.S.S. K.3 Location/Direction Character Trait: Trustworthiness Week 4 September 23 27 L.A. K.1a-e, K.3a-h, K.5a-e, K.6a-d, K.7a, K.10ab Math K.15 Sort and classify Science K.1a-k Scientific Investigations Science Focus: Colors Character Trait: Trustworthiness L.A. K.1a-e, K.3a-h, K.5a-e, K.6bc, K.7ab, K.8ab, K.10ab Math K.15 Sort and classify H.S.S. K.4a-c Maps and Globes Character Trait: Pride L.A. K.2a-g, K.4a, K.5a-d, K.6a-c, K.9a-g, K.10ab Math K.16 Patterns H.S.S. K.4 a-c Maps and Globes Character Trait: Pride L.A. K.2a-g, K.4a, K.8ab, K.9a-g, K.10ab Math K.16 Patterns Science K.1, K.2ab Five Senses Character Trait: Pride Week 8 October 21 25 L.A. K.1a-e, K.2a-g, K.4a, K.7ab Math Review K.11ab, K.12, K.15, K.16 Science K.1, K.2ab Five Senses Character Trait: Pride Week 9 October 28 November 1
End of 1st Nine Weeks Mon., November 4

Week 5 September 30 October 4

October 3 End Interim Report Period

Week 6 October 7 11
October 10 Parent/Teacher Conferences October 11 No School for Students Parent/Teacher Conferences

Week 7 October 14 18
October 14 Early dismissal for students

L.A. K.2a-g, K.5a-e, K.8ab, K.11ab Math - Review K.11ab, K.12, K.15, K.16 Science Review K.1a-k, K.2ab H.S.S. Review K.8a-g, K.3, K.4a-c Character Trait: Pride

Weekly Objectives September 3 - 6, 2013 Week 1

Language Arts: K.1 The student will demonstrate growth in the use of oral language. a) Listen to a variety of literary forms, including stories and poems. b) Participate in a variety of oral language activities including choral and echo speaking and recitation of short poems, rhymes, songs, and stories with repeated word order patterns. c) Participate in oral generation of language experience narratives. d) Participate in creative dramatics. e) Use complete sentences that include subject, verb, and object. K.3 The student will build oral communication skills. a) Express ideas in complete sentences and express needs through direct requests. b) Begin to initiate conversations. c) Begin to follow implicit rules for conversation, including taking turns and staying on topic. d) Listen and speak in informal conversations with peers and adults. e) Participate in group and partner discussions about various texts and topics. f) Begin to use voice level, phrasing, and intonation appropriate for various language situations. g) Follow one- and two-step directions. h) Begin to ask how and why questions. K.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use pictures to identify topic and make predictions. b) Identify text features specific to the topic, such as titles, headings, and pictures. Math: K.11 The student will a) identify, describe, and trace plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle); and b) compare the size (larger, smaller) and shape of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle). History/ Social Science: K.8 The student will demonstrate that being a good citizen involves a) taking turns and sharing; b) taking responsibility for certain classroom chores; c) taking care of personal belongings and respecting what belongs to others; d) following rules and understanding the consequence of breaking rules; e) practicing honesty, self-control, and kindness to others; f) participating in decision making in the classroom; g) participating successfully in group settings.

Weekly Objectives September 9 - 13, 2013 Week 2

Language Arts: K.1 The student will demonstrate growth in the use of oral language. a) Listen to a variety of literary forms, including stories and poems. b) Participate in a variety of oral language activities including choral and echo speaking and recitation of short poems, rhymes, songs, and stories with repeated word order patterns. c) Participate in oral generation of language experience narratives. d) Participate in creative dramatics. e) Use complete sentences that include subject, verb, and object. K.3 The student will build oral communication skills. a) Express ideas in complete sentences and express needs through direct requests. b) Begin to initiate conversations. c) Begin to follow implicit rules for conversation, including taking turns and staying on topic. d) Listen and speak in informal conversations with peers and adults. e) Participate in group and partner discussions about various texts and topics. f) Begin to use voice level, phrasing, and intonation appropriate for various language situations. g) Follow one- and two-step directions. h) Begin to ask how and why questions. K.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use pictures to identify topic and make predictions. b) Identify text features specific to the topic, such as titles, headings, and pictures. Math: K.11 The student will a) identify, describe, and trace plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle); and b) compare the size (larger, smaller) and shape of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle). K.12 The student will describe the location of one object relative to another (above, below, next to) and identify representations of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle) regardless of their positions and orientations in space. History/ Social Science: K.8 The student will demonstrate that being a good citizen involves a) taking turns and sharing; b) taking responsibility for certain classroom chores; c) taking care of personal belongings and respecting what belongs to others; d) following rules and understanding the consequence of breaking rules; e) practicing honesty, self-control, and kindness to others; f) participating in decision making in the classroom; g) participating successfully in group settings.

Weekly Objectives September 16 - 20, 2013 Week 3

Language Arts: K.1 The student will demonstrate growth in the use of oral language. a) Listen to a variety of literary forms, including stories and poems. b) Participate in a variety of oral language activities including choral and echo speaking and recitation of short poems, rhymes, songs, and stories with repeated word order patterns. c) Participate in oral generation of language experience narratives. d) Participate in creative dramatics. e) Use complete sentences that include subject, verb, and object. K.3 The student will build oral communication skills. a) Express ideas in complete sentences and express needs through direct requests. b) Begin to initiate conversations. c) Begin to follow implicit rules for conversation, including taking turns and staying on topic. d) Listen and speak in informal conversations with peers and adults. e) Participate in group and partner discussions about various texts and topics. f) Begin to use voice level, phrasing, and intonation appropriate for various language situations. g) Follow one- and two-step directions. h) Begin to ask how and why questions. K.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use pictures to identify topic and make predictions. b) Identify text features specific to the topic, such as titles, headings, and pictures. Math: K.11 The student will a) identify, describe, and trace plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle); b) compare the size (larger, smaller) and shape of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle). K.12 The student will describe the location of one object relative to another (above, below, next to) and identify representations of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle) regardless of their positions and orientations in space. History/ Social Science: K.3 The student will describe the relative location of people, places, and things by using positional words, with emphasis on near/far, above/below, left/right, and behind/in front.

Weekly Objectives September 23 - 27, 2013 Week 4

Language Arts: K.1 The student will demonstrate growth in the use of oral language. a) Listen to a variety of literary forms, including stories and poems. b) Participate in a variety of oral language activities including choral and echo speaking and recitation of short poems, rhymes, songs, and stories with repeated word order patterns. c) Participate in oral generation of language experience narratives. d) Participate in creative dramatics. e) Use complete sentences that include subject, verb, and object. K.3 The student will build oral communication skills. a) Express ideas in complete sentences and express needs through direct requests. b) Begin to initiate conversations. c) Begin to follow implicit rules for conversation, including taking turns and staying on topic. d) Listen and speak in informal conversations with peers and adults. e) Participate in group and partner discussions about various texts and topics. f) Begin to use voice level, phrasing, and intonation appropriate for various language situations. g) Follow one- and two-step directions. h) Begin to ask how and why questions. K.5 The student will understand how print is organized and read. a) Hold print materials in the correct position. b) Identify the front cover, back cover, and title page of a book. c) Distinguish between print and pictures. d) Follow words from left to right and from top to bottom on a printed page. e) Match voice with print. (concept of word). K.6 The student will demonstrate an understanding that print conveys meaning. a) Identify common signs and logos. b) Explain that printed materials provide information. c) Read and explain own writing and drawings. d) Read his/her name and read fifteen meaningful, concrete words. K.7 The student will develop an understanding of basic phonetic principles. a) Identify and name the uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet. K.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use pictures to identify topic and make predictions. b) Identify text features specific to the topic, such as titles, headings, and pictures. Math: K.15 The student will sort and classify objects according to attributes. Science: Focus: Colors K.1 The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific reasoning, logic, and the nature of science by planning and conducting investigations in which a) basic characteristics or properties of objects are identified by direct observation; b) observations are made from multiple positions to achieve different perspectives; c) a set of objects is sequenced according to size; d) a set of objects is separated into two groups based on a single physical characteristic; e) nonstandard units are used to measure the length, mass, and volume of common objects; f) observations and predictions are made for an unseen member in a sequence of objects; g) a question is developed and predictions are made from one or more observations; h) observations are recorded; i) picture graphs are constructed; j) unusual or unexpected results in an activity are recognized; and k) objects are described both pictorially and verbally.

Weekly Objectives September 30 October 4, 2013 Week 5

Language Arts: K.1 The student will demonstrate growth in the use of oral language. a) Listen to a variety of literary forms, including stories and poems. b) Participate in a variety of oral language activities including choral and echo speaking and recitation of short poems, rhymes, songs, and stories with repeated word order patterns. c) Participate in oral generation of language experience narratives. d) Participate in creative dramatics. e) Use complete sentences that include subject, verb, and object. K.3 The student will build oral communication skills. a) Express ideas in complete sentences and express needs through direct requests. b) Begin to initiate conversations. c) Begin to follow implicit rules for conversation, including taking turns and staying on topic. d) Listen and speak in informal conversations with peers and adults. e) Participate in group and partner discussions about various texts and topics. f) Begin to use voice level, phrasing, and intonation appropriate for various language situations. g) Follow one- and two-step directions. h) Begin to ask how and why questions. K.5 The student will understand how print is organized and read. a) Hold print materials in the correct position. b) Identify the front cover, back cover, and title page of a book. c) Distinguish between print and pictures. d) Follow words from left to right and from top to bottom on a printed page. e) Match voice with print. (concept of word). K.6 The student will demonstrate an understanding that print conveys meaning. b) Explain that printed materials provide information. c) Read and explain own writing and drawings. K.7 The student will develop an understanding of basic phonetic principles. a) Identify and name the uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet. b) Match consonant, short vowel, and initial consonant digraph sounds to appropriate letters. K.8 The student will expand vocabulary. a) Discuss meanings of words. b) Develop vocabulary by listening to a variety of texts read aloud. K.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use pictures to identify topic and make predictions. b) Identify text features specific to the topic, such as titles, headings, and pictures. Math: K.15 The student will sort and classify objects according to attributes. History/ Social Science: K.4 The student will use simple maps and globes to a) develop an awareness that a map is a drawing of a place to show where things are located and that a globe is a round model of the Earth; b) describe places referenced in stories and real-life situations; c) locate land and water features.

Weekly Objectives October 7 - 11, 2013 Week 6

Language Arts: K.2 The student will expand understanding and use of word meanings. a) Increase listening and speaking vocabularies. b) Use number words. c) Use words to describe/name people, places, and things. d) Use words to describe/name location, size, color, and shape. e) Use words to describe/name actions. f) Ask about words not understood. g) Use vocabulary from other content areas. K.4 The student will identify, say, segment, and blend various units of speech sounds. a) Begin to discriminate between spoken sentences, words, and syllables. K.5 The student will understand how print is organized and read. a) Hold print materials in the correct position. b) Identify the front cover, back cover, and title page of a book. c) Distinguish between print and pictures. d) Follow words from left to right and from top to bottom on a printed page. K.6 The student will demonstrate an understanding that print conveys meaning. a) Identify common signs and logos. b) Explain that printed materials provide information. c) Read and explain own writing and drawings. K.9 The student will demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts. a) Identify what an author does and what an illustrator does. b) Relate previous experiences to what is read. c) Use pictures to make predictions. d) Begin to ask and answer questions about what is read. e) Use story language in discussions and retellings. f) Retell familiar stories, using beginning, middle, and end. g) Discuss characters, setting, and events. K.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use pictures to identify topic and make predictions. b) Identify text features specific to the topic, such as titles, headings, and pictures. Math: K.16 The student will identify, describe, and extend repeating patterns. History/ Social Science: K.4 The student will use simple maps and globes to a) develop an awareness that a map is a drawing of a place to show where things are located and that a globe is a round model of the Earth; b) describe places referenced in stories and real-life situations; c) locate land and water features.

Weekly Objectives October 14 - 18, 2013 Week 7

Language Arts: K.2 The student will expand understanding and use of word meanings. a) Increase listening and speaking vocabularies. b) Use number words. c) Use words to describe/name people, places, and things. d) Use words to describe/name location, size, color, and shape. e) Use words to describe/name actions. f) Ask about words not understood. g) Use vocabulary from other content areas. K.4 The student will identify, say, segment, and blend various units of speech sounds. a) Begin to discriminate between spoken sentences, words, and syllables. K.8 The student will expand vocabulary. a) Discuss meanings of words. b) Develop vocabulary by listening to a variety of texts read aloud. K.9 The student will demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts. a) Identify what an author does and what an illustrator does. b) Relate previous experiences to what is read. c) Use pictures to make predictions. d) Begin to ask and answer questions about what is read. e) Use story language in discussions and retellings. f) Retell familiar stories, using beginning, middle, and end. g) Discuss characters, setting, and events. K.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a) Use pictures to identify topic and make predictions. b) Identify text features specific to the topic, such as titles, headings, and pictures. Math: K.16 The student will identify, describe, and extend repeating patterns. Science: K.1 Scientific Investigation K.2 The student will investigate and understand that humans have senses that allow them to seek, find, take in, and react or respond to information in order to learn about their surroundings. Key concepts include a) the five senses and corresponding sensing organs; and b) sensory descriptors used to describe common objects and phenomena.

Weekly Objectives October 21 - 25, 2013 Week 8

Language Arts: K.1 The student will demonstrate growth in the use of oral language. a) Listen to a variety of literary forms, including stories and poems. b) Participate in a variety of oral language activities including choral and echo speaking and recitation of short poems, rhymes, songs, and stories with repeated word order patterns. c) Participate in oral generation of language experience narratives. d) Participate in creative dramatics. e) Use complete sentences that include subject, verb, and object. K.2 The student will expand understanding and use of word meanings. a) Increase listening and speaking vocabularies. b) Use number words. c) Use words to describe/name people, places, and things. d) Use words to describe/name location, size, color, and shape. e) Use words to describe/name actions. f) Ask about words not understood. g) Use vocabulary from other content areas. K.4 The student will identify, say, segment, and blend various units of speech sounds. a) Begin to discriminate between spoken sentences, words, and syllables. K.7 The student will develop an understanding of basic phonetic principles. a) Identify and name the uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet. b) Match consonant, short vowel, and initial consonant digraph sounds to appropriate letters. Math Review: K.11 The student will a) identify, describe, and trace plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle); and b) compare the size (larger, smaller) and shape of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle). K.12 The student will describe the location of one object relative to another (above, below, next to) and identify representations of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle) regardless of their positions and orientations in space. K.15 The student will sort and classify objects according to attributes. K.16 The student will identify, describe, and extend repeating patterns. Science: K.1 Scientific Investigation K.2 The student will investigate and understand that humans have senses that allow them to seek, find, take in, and react or respond to information in order to learn about their surroundings. Key concepts include a) the five senses and corresponding sensing organs; and b) sensory descriptors used to describe common objects and phenomena.

Weekly Objectives October 28 November 1, 2013 Week 9

Language Arts: K.2 The student will expand understanding and use of word meanings. a) Increase listening and speaking vocabularies. b) Use number words. c) Use words to describe/name people, places, and things. d) Use words to describe/name location, size, color, and shape. e) Use words to describe/name actions. f) Ask about words not understood. g) Use vocabulary from other content areas. K.5 The student will understand how print is organized and read. a) Hold print materials in the correct position. b) Identify the front cover, back cover, and title page of a book. c) Distinguish between print and pictures. d) Follow words from left to right and from top to bottom on a printed page. e) Match voice with print. (concept of word). K.8 The student will expand vocabulary. a) Discuss meanings of words. b) Develop vocabulary by listening to a variety of texts read aloud. K.11 The student will print in manuscript. a) Print uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet independently. b) Print his/her first and last names. Math Review: K.11 The student will a) identify, describe, and trace plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle); and b) compare the size (larger, smaller) and shape of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle). K.12 The student will describe the location of one object relative to another (above, below, next to) and identify representations of plane geometric figures (circle, triangle, square, and rectangle) regardless of their positions and orientations in space. K.15 The student will sort and classify objects according to attributes. K.16 The student will identify, describe, and extend repeating patterns. Science Review: K.1 Scientific Investigation K.2 The student will investigate and understand that humans have senses that allow them to seek, find, take in, and react or respond to information in order to learn about their surroundings. Key concepts include a) the five senses and corresponding sensing organs; and b) sensory descriptors used to describe common objects and phenomena. History/ Social Science Review: K.3 The student will describe the relative location of people, places, and things by using positional words, with emphasis on near/far, above/below, left/right, and behind/in front. K.4 The student will use simple maps and globes to a) develop an awareness that a map is a drawing of a place to show where things are located and that a globe is a round model of the Earth; b) describe places referenced in stories and real-life situations; c) locate land and water features. K.8 The student will demonstrate that being a good citizen involves a) taking turns and sharing; b) taking responsibility for certain classroom chores; c) taking care of personal belongings and respecting what belongs to others; d) following rules and understanding the consequence of breaking rules; e) practicing honesty, self-control, and kindness to others; f) participating in decision making in the classroom; g) participating successfully in group settings.