Grade 5 Curriculum Overview 2015-2016

Prepared by: Sr. Zeba and Sr. Rada

1) Language
Our Language program is divided into four strands:
1) Reading
2) Writing
3) Oral and Visual Communication
4) Media Literacy
Nelson Readers What Should I Do? and Making a Difference
Nelson Spelling 5, Book Report, Novel Study, Poetry, Grammar

2) Mathematics
Our Mathematics program is divided into five strands:
1) Patterning and Algebra
2) Number Sense and Numeration
3) Measurement
4) Geometry and Spatial Sense
5) Data Management and Probability
Math Textbook: Math Makes Sense
Math Workbook: Math Makes Sense Practice and Homework

3) Science and Technology

Our Science program is comprised of four units:
1) Properties of and Changes in Matter
2) Human Organ Systems
3) Conservation of Energy and Resources
4) Forces Acting on Structures and Mechanisms

4) Social Studies
Our Social Studies program is comprised of two units:
1) The Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship
2) Heritage and Identity: First Nations and Europeans in New
France and Early Canada
Textbook: Tapestry 5

5) Islamic Studies
Our Islamic Studies program is divided into six strands:
1) Akhlaaq and Adaab Islamic morals and values
2) Seerah of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
3) Social Studies Khulafaa Rashidun
4) Aqeedah Islamic Beliefs
5) Fiqh Jurisprudence
6) Quranic Studies meaning of Surahs

6) Visual Arts
Our Visual Arts program is divided into three strands:
1) Knowledge of Elements
2) Creative Work
3) Critical Thinking

7) Health and Physical Education

Our Health and Physical Education program is divided into 3 strands:
1) Active Living: Active Participation, Physical Fitness, Safety
2) Movement Competence: Skills, Concepts, and Strategies
3) Healthy Living:
a) Personal Safety and Injury Prevention
b) Healthy Eating
c) Substance Use and Abuse
d) Growth and Development