5th Grade
ELA
- I can find details and evidence to explain what a text means and make logical inferences.
- I can summarize a text to figure out the theme or main idea.
- I can figure out what words and phrases mean and how they affect a text.
- I can explain how point of view changes the way events are described.
- I can write to share my opinion, information, or a story.
- I can organize my writing, use transitions, and choose good words.
- I can plan, revise, and edit my writing to make it clear and strong.
- I can gather, summarize, and use information from different sources.
- I can join group discussions, share my ideas, and build on others’ ideas.
- I can figure out what new or tricky words mean.
- I can learn new words on my own and with others.
- I can use correct grammar when I write or speak.
Math
- I can explain how digits change value by place (10 times bigger or smaller).
- I can explain what happens when I multiply by 10, 100, or 1,000.
- I can read, write, and compare decimals to thousandths.
- I can multiply large whole numbers in different ways.
- I can divide large numbers by two-digit numbers.
- I can add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals to hundredths.
- I can add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers.
- I can solve word problems that involve adding and subtracting fractions.
- I can multiply fractions by whole numbers or other fractions.
- I can explain multiplication as making numbers larger or smaller (scaling).
- I can solve real-world problems with multiplying fractions.
- I can divide fractions by whole numbers and whole numbers by fractions.
- I can use multiplication and addition to find volume and solve problems.
Science
- I can build a model to show that matter is made of particles.
- I can use evidence to show that the total weight of matter is conserved even with a temperature change.
- I can conduct an experiment to determine the materials based on their properties and whether the mixing of two or more substances makes a new substance.
- I can use a model to explain that energy in animals’ food was once energy from the sun and that plants' main food source is from air and water.
- I can build a model to show the movement of matter among plants, animals, decomposers, and the environment.
- I can use evidence and models to describe how Earth’s spheres interact.
- I can find and use information and data about the amount of water on Earth and how communities protect Earth’s resources and environments.
- I can model how Earth’s gravitational force on objects is directed down.
- I can show patterns of daily changes in shadows, day and night, and the seasonal appearance of stars in the night sky.
Social Studies
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of economics, using reliable resources and reasoning.
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of geography, using reliable resources and reasoning.
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of civics, using reliable resources and reasoning.
- I can demonstrate my understanding of cause and effect in consideration of historical events and figures, using reliable resources and reasoning.
SEL
- I can contribute responsibly in partner and group settings.
- I can respect and consider different opinions and ideas.
- I can actively listen to others.
- I can show consideration for the rights and feelings of others (empathy).
- I can use kind words and actions.
- I can use strategies to manage emotions.
- I can practice self-control.
- I can follow rules and expectations.
- I can stay focused and manage my time wisely.
- I can complete tasks with care.
- I can continue to try when faced with a challenge; does not give up easily.
- I can try a variety of approaches or strategies to solve problems.