GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Science
1. Record observations on a data table or chart.
2. Observe, illustrate, and describe the functions of the parts of a plant.
3. Measure, chart, and graph seed germination and plant growth.

Social Studies
1. Recognize that maps and globes are utilized to provide directions as well as other types of information
2. Recognize common map symbols used in map legends.
3. Use a compass rose as it relates to the cardinal and intermediate directions on a map; i.e., north, south, east, west, northeast, southeast, northwest, southwest.
4. Describe how major geographical features may determine the location of a community; e.g., access to water, availability of natural resources.
5. Compare pictures and maps of a given area.
6. Use appropriate resources to study an identified topic.
7. Recognize that communities change over time.
8. Gather and relate data from different sources.
9. Cite examples of different kinds of resources; i.e., human, natural, and man-made.
10. Develop an appreciation of cultures other than one's own.
11. Examine the customs and traditions of various cultural groups, past and present.
12. State the importance of cooperation in human relationships.

Language Arts
1. Reads a variety of materials with increasing fluency.
2. Reads, identifies, and understands key vocabulary words and concepts.
3. Responds to literature through a variety of activities including role playing, plays, writing, art, and music.
4. Develop an understanding of gender and other stereotypic and cultural biases portrayed in pictures and in written and oral language.
5. Publishes writing in a variety of ways, including a class made or individual book, mailings to pen pals or family members, public displays.
6. Uses technology in the production of writing pieces with teacher assistance as needed.
7. Uses active listening and courteous, appropriate responding during small group and whole class discussions; uses acceptable ways of gaining attention; contributes effectively in cooperative learning settings.
8. Evaluates oral presentations of self and peers.
9. Begins to use a variety of reference material to research answers to questions and seek information.

Mathematics
1. Communicates measurement concepts using oral and written language.
2. Demonstrates understanding of capacity by selecting appropriate units of measurement.
3. Knows that a standard unit is used in real-world situations to describe the measure of an object, length, weight, time, and capacity.
4. Solves problems dealing with elapsed time.

Technology

1. Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
2. Use technology sources to process data and report results.
3. Use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.
4. Use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity and promote creativity.