There is an expansion of reading and writing in preparation for the more intensive learning in later years.
Mathematics now moves from learning calculation to apply earlier learning.
As with earlier grades, the topics listed for Social Studies and Science will also be found listed in other years. American History and World History as usually covered during these years as well as again in high school. This stage of learning builds upon the earlier years and starts to apply what was learned. Reading 4 Classical children's literature, critical reading, character, cause-effect, literary conflicts and resolutions. 5 More complex works.