Projects are assigned to enrich the curriculum. Cursive writing is not allowed in class. Both printing and cursive writing are practiced. No structured reading lesson. Reading instruction includes comprehension skill instruction, reading strategies instruction, cooperative learning activities, and paired reading.
Some students cause too many distractions.
Behavior management system used. Student is removed from the activity. Teacher has an individual conference with the student and the student loses privileges. All third-grade classes view this program on Fridays. No Social Studies instruction.