BIBLE: Fifth grade Bible is filled with many astounding stories about Bible characters such as Moses, Ruth, Daniel, Samuel, and David. Students will also study Joshua’s life and learn how his loyalty to God made him an excellent leader and caused him to triumph in battle. These Bible stories will show students how God can do mighty acts when a person has faith in Him.
LANGUAGE ARTS-READING: Fifth graders will travel to other lands, other times, or just around the block while reading the character building stories in their three readers. While reading classic stories of foreign lands, other time periods, great achievers, inventors, and men and women who made America great, young readers are introduced to a variety of literature and provided with a rich literary heritage. A Christian fiction novel and a biographical novel will be used for language book reports. Two speed and comprehension readers will whet students’ appetites for a wider range of reading, while they challenge each student to learn how to read quickly for information, with a strong emphasis on comprehension.
LANGUAGE ARTS-LANGUAGE: As well as providing a thorough review of capitalization, punctuation, and the parts of speech, God’s Gift of Language B deepens students’ knowledge of grammar and increases their writing skills. Students will be introduced to the four main types of complements and to additional rules for punctuation. They will learn how to diagram prepositional phrases and complements. Students’ writing skills will improve as they learn how to write effective topic sentences and paragraphs and how to use transitional words. Skills learned in outlining, note taking, and preparing a bibliography will aid fifth graders in writing an encyclopedia report and a library research report.
LANGUAGE ARTS-PENMANSHIP: Penmanship Mastery II concentrates on what fifth graders need most—practice with “trouble-maker” letters. Each week’s lessons provide practice with basic letter size and formation, correct pen grip, slant, and overall neatness. Students are given the opportunity to employ their skills through a variety of interesting activities such as word studies and creative writing exercises. Each week, students will also complete a creative writing assignment, including a biweekly journal entry
LANGUAGE ARTS-SPELLING, VOCABULARY & POETRY: In order to achieve spelling mastery, students must learn how spelling “works.” Spelling, Vocabulary & Poetry 5 allows students to understand how spelling “works” by teaching them to examine words and apply spelling and phonics rules. They will also learn the spelling and abbreviation for each book of the Bible and the difference between pairs of words commonly used as synonyms, antonyms, or homonyms. A variety of exercises allows fifth graders to recognize misspelled words, practice using spelling and vocabulary words in sentences, and improve their proofreading skills. Students will enjoy memorizing and reciting the six character-building poems that have been included in this text.
ARITHMETIC: An information box, abundant practice of new and review concepts and facts, and daily word problems are key features of Arithmetic 5. Problem solving strategies are scattered throughout the text to help students acquire the skills necessary to be expert problem solvers. Emphasis is placed on topics such as whole numbers, fractions, decimals, measurement and algebraic equations, and basic geometric problems.
HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY: Old World History and Geography presents a fascinating study of the Eastern Hemisphere by geographical regions starting with the Middle East, where history began. It not only presents the importance of studying history and the significance of geography, but also describes the beginnings of history from a Christian perspective. Students are introduced to worldwide missions and missionary heroes, while learning about the history, geography, and culture of these specific locations: Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, Oceania, and Antarctica. They will also study history as it relates to important topics such as creation, evolution, humanism, government, and nations
SCIENCE: Investigating God’s World leads students continually from the known to the unknown by teaching important science concepts within the context of things they can see and know. The aim is to help students better understand basic science principles rather than to merely teach them science vocabulary. This text presents the world as the creation of God and glorifies Him as its Sustainer and Upholder. It introduces great scientists and naturalists who believed in the biblical account of Creation, and where appropriate, it refutes the materialist’s faith in evolution. Students will also learn about topics such as plants and animals, matter and energy, light, and minerals.
HEALTH: The active lifestyle presented in Enjoying Good Health emphasizes the significance of maintaining sound health habits. While reviewing the muscular and respiratory systems of the human body, each student is encouraged to measure his level of fitness. An in-depth study of the circulatory system adds to the student’s knowledge of physical fitness. The study of nutrition focuses on the importance of a healthful diet and its effects on overall fitness and personal appearance. Enjoying Good Health also stresses personal responsibility in overcoming spiritual battles, concluding with a practical study of the Christian’s spiritual armor.
LANGUAGE ARTS-READING: Fifth graders will travel to other lands, other times, or just around the block while reading the character building stories in their three readers. While reading classic stories of foreign lands, other time periods, great achievers, inventors, and men and women who made America great, young readers are introduced to a variety of literature and provided with a rich literary heritage. A Christian fiction novel and a biographical novel will be used for language book reports. Two speed and comprehension readers will whet students’ appetites for a wider range of reading, while they challenge each student to learn how to read quickly for information, with a strong emphasis on comprehension.
LANGUAGE ARTS-LANGUAGE: As well as providing a thorough review of capitalization, punctuation, and the parts of speech, God’s Gift of Language B deepens students’ knowledge of grammar and increases their writing skills. Students will be introduced to the four main types of complements and to additional rules for punctuation. They will learn how to diagram prepositional phrases and complements. Students’ writing skills will improve as they learn how to write effective topic sentences and paragraphs and how to use transitional words. Skills learned in outlining, note taking, and preparing a bibliography will aid fifth graders in writing an encyclopedia report and a library research report.
LANGUAGE ARTS-PENMANSHIP: Penmanship Mastery II concentrates on what fifth graders need most—practice with “trouble-maker” letters. Each week’s lessons provide practice with basic letter size and formation, correct pen grip, slant, and overall neatness. Students are given the opportunity to employ their skills through a variety of interesting activities such as word studies and creative writing exercises. Each week, students will also complete a creative writing assignment, including a biweekly journal entry
LANGUAGE ARTS-SPELLING, VOCABULARY & POETRY: In order to achieve spelling mastery, students must learn how spelling “works.” Spelling, Vocabulary & Poetry 5 allows students to understand how spelling “works” by teaching them to examine words and apply spelling and phonics rules. They will also learn the spelling and abbreviation for each book of the Bible and the difference between pairs of words commonly used as synonyms, antonyms, or homonyms. A variety of exercises allows fifth graders to recognize misspelled words, practice using spelling and vocabulary words in sentences, and improve their proofreading skills. Students will enjoy memorizing and reciting the six character-building poems that have been included in this text.
ARITHMETIC: An information box, abundant practice of new and review concepts and facts, and daily word problems are key features of Arithmetic 5. Problem solving strategies are scattered throughout the text to help students acquire the skills necessary to be expert problem solvers. Emphasis is placed on topics such as whole numbers, fractions, decimals, measurement and algebraic equations, and basic geometric problems.
HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY: Old World History and Geography presents a fascinating study of the Eastern Hemisphere by geographical regions starting with the Middle East, where history began. It not only presents the importance of studying history and the significance of geography, but also describes the beginnings of history from a Christian perspective. Students are introduced to worldwide missions and missionary heroes, while learning about the history, geography, and culture of these specific locations: Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, Oceania, and Antarctica. They will also study history as it relates to important topics such as creation, evolution, humanism, government, and nations
SCIENCE: Investigating God’s World leads students continually from the known to the unknown by teaching important science concepts within the context of things they can see and know. The aim is to help students better understand basic science principles rather than to merely teach them science vocabulary. This text presents the world as the creation of God and glorifies Him as its Sustainer and Upholder. It introduces great scientists and naturalists who believed in the biblical account of Creation, and where appropriate, it refutes the materialist’s faith in evolution. Students will also learn about topics such as plants and animals, matter and energy, light, and minerals.
HEALTH: The active lifestyle presented in Enjoying Good Health emphasizes the significance of maintaining sound health habits. While reviewing the muscular and respiratory systems of the human body, each student is encouraged to measure his level of fitness. An in-depth study of the circulatory system adds to the student’s knowledge of physical fitness. The study of nutrition focuses on the importance of a healthful diet and its effects on overall fitness and personal appearance. Enjoying Good Health also stresses personal responsibility in overcoming spiritual battles, concluding with a practical study of the Christian’s spiritual armor.