Manipulative materials used in lessons to introduce, help explain, and reinforce math concepts. Cooperative learning activities fostered in small group situations. Provision for a variety of experiences to develop number concepts and facility with facts. Estimation used frequently to promote a common sense attitude toward math. Sequential lessons meeting the needs of all children presented from each of the following strands.
Students understand the basic features of reading.
They select and know how to translate letter patterns into spoken language using phonics, syllabication, and word parts. They apply this knowledge to achieve fluent oral and silent reading. They draw upon a variety of comprehension strategies as needed, including generating and responding to essential questions, making predictions, and comparing information from several sources. Students read a good representation of grade appropriate narrative text. Students read and respond to a wide variety of significant works of children's literature.