5th Grade Language Arts
Book Reports
There will be a book report assigned each quarter. So far this year, students have completed a cereal box book report, a mystery book report mobile, and a dress-up biography book report.
Spelling City
Students can also log into the Spelling City site to practice their spelling and vocabulary words. They can take a practice test and play a variety of educational games. (www.spellingcity.com/users/samwestine)
Pizza Hut Book-It
The program runs from October through March. Students must read at least one book per month and write a short summary of the book. Students can then earn a certificate for a free personal pan pizza.
Accelerated Reader
Students participate in the Accelerated Reader program. Each student reads books and takes quizzes in order to earn a set number of points. When they achieve their goal they earn a free homework pass.
Freckle
Students have started using the Freckle website (www.freckle.com) to practice and improve their reading skills.