Math

• Add and subtract two- and three-digit numbers with regrouping (i.e. making ones into tens, tens into hundreds)
  
• Find the answers to simple multiplication problems using repeated addition or counting by multiples
  
• Understand place value up to four digits
  Time and Measurement—
  
• Tell time accurately using an analog (non-digital) clock
  
• Estimate and measure objects using various units of measurement
  Graphing—
  
• Collect, organize, display, and interpret numerical data in diagrams, graphs, charts, and tables
  Fractions—
  
• Find fractions (e.g. one-third, one-fourth) of a group of objects
  Problem Solving—
  
• Solve time problems (e.g. problems involving minutes or hours)
  
• Know when to add, subtract, or multiply to solve a problem
  
• Use a variety of different strategies (e.g. using manipulatives, calculators, drawings, or sketches) to solve a problem
  
• Demonstrate an understanding of mathematical problems using words, pictures, and symbols

English

Reading—

• Read, understand, interpret, and evaluate age-appropriate fiction and non-fiction
  
• Demonstrate an understanding by answering questions aloud and in written form
  
• Recognize the topic of a story and the details that support the story's theme
  
• Relate new information to things he or she already knows
  
• Accurately read grade-appropriate material aloud
  Writing—
  
• Organize thoughts and information for writing and revising written work
  
• Stay on topic and include appropriate facts and details
  
• Write for a variety of purposes and audiences
  
• Correctly use spelling, grammar, capitalization, and punctuation
  Speaking and Listening—
  
• Listen and speak effectively in formal and informal settings Vocabulary, Phonics, and Study Skills—
  
• Continue to develop vocabulary and fluency in reading
  
• Use phonics (sounding out) and context clues (understanding other words in a sentence) to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words
  
• Correctly use reference materials (e.g. dictionary, encyclopedia)

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