Throughout this course, students will have the opportunity to apply mathematical concepts to real-world scenarios, with a focus on the diverse and unique homes found in different cultures and societies around the globe. By integrating the "Homes Around the World" theme into each lesson, students will not only deepen their understanding of mathematics but also gain valuable insights into global geography and cultural diversity.

The textbook provides a comprehensive framework for learning, with each lesson accompanied by two pages of practice exercises to reinforce newly acquired skills and provide individualized assistance where needed. Additionally, a parent letter at the beginning of each chapter offers valuable guidance and support, ensuring that students and parents are equipped for successful learning experiences.

At the conclusion of each chapter, students will engage in Chapter Review and Cumulative Review activities, allowing them to consolidate their learning and assess their progress. Furthermore, the Problem-Solving Challenge section after the last chapter provides students with an opportunity to apply their mathematical knowledge and skills to solve complex, real-world problems, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Addition facts
• Subtraction facts
• Place value: 2-digit numbers
• Time and calendars
• Addition: 2-digit numbers
• Subtraction: 2-digit numbers
• Data (graphs)
• Customary measurement
• Place value: 3-digit numbers
• Addition: 3-digit numbers
• Money
• Introduction to multiplication
• Subtraction: 3-digit numbers
• Multiplication facts
• Fractions
• Geometry
• Place value: 4-digit numbers
• Metric measurement
• Introduction to division
• Division facts

Throughout this course, students will engage in a variety of activities that focus on specific reading skills, with a primary emphasis on phonics instruction. Through interactive lessons, engaging songs, and word family practice, students will develop a strong foundation in phonics, empowering them to decode words with confidence and fluency.

Moreover, this course goes beyond phonics instruction to encompass broader aspects of reading comprehension. Through carefully selected texts and engaging activities, students will enhance their ability to comprehend and analyze written material, fostering critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

• Phonics and word recognition (44 sounds of English)
• Vocabulary
• Comprehension (interpretation, inference, conclusions, true/false statements, punctuation, and grammar and capitalization)
• Literature (realistic fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, fable, folktale, tall tale, article, Bible account, biography, poetry, drama, and mystery)
• Informational text skills (book parts and types)
• Fluency (silent and oral reading)
• Composition

Throughout this course, students will delve into a diverse array of scientific topics, ranging from the mysteries of the universe to the intricacies of life on Earth. One of the key highlights of this course is its emphasis on active learning and inquiry-based exploration. Each reading section is accompanied by quick check questions, allowing students to assess their understanding and reinforce key concepts. Additionally, the textbook introduces each investigation, exploration, and STEM activity, providing students with opportunities to apply the engineering design process and foundational science inquiry skills.

Through hands-on activities and real-world applications, students will develop orderly approaches to problem-solving, honing their critical thinking and analytical skills. From designing experiments to analyzing data and drawing conclusions, students will engage in the scientific process, fostering a deeper understanding of the principles that govern the natural world.

• Matter and motion
• What matter is, and how it moves and changes
• Earth and space
• Earth movement and resources
• How plants grow and change
• How animals grow and change
• Where things live
• What fossils show us
• How the human body works

Throughout this course, students will engage in a variety of dynamic activities aimed at strengthening spelling skills and enhancing overall communication abilities.

One of the key components of this course is the inclusion of thirty-two weekly spelling lists, each containing approximately twenty words. These carefully curated lists serve as the foundation for spelling instruction, guiding students through a systematic progression of spelling patterns, rules, and vocabulary words.

Moreover, this course goes beyond rote memorization to focus on building meaningful connections between spelling and communication. By engaging in writing tasks and proofreading exercises, students will not only refine their spelling skills but also enhance their ability to express themselves effectively in written form.

• 32 weekly word lists (frequently used words, pattern words, and words with irregular spelling)
• Phonics generalizations, consonant and vowel patterns, and two-syllable words.
• Word study, sorting, building, and analysis.
• Proofreading
• Dictionary skills
• Writing application