Elementary School Grade 5 Reading
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Grade 5 Reading
Course overview, importance of reading in Grade 5, and setting reading goals

Module #2
Reading Fundamentals
Review of phonics, fluency, and comprehension skills

Module #3
Understanding Main Idea and Supporting Details
Identifying main idea, supporting details, and summarizing texts

Module #4
Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions
Using evidence to make inferences and draw conclusions

Module #5
Identifying Authors Purpose and Tone
Understanding why authors write and identifying tone in texts

Module #6
Reading Fiction:Plot, Character, and Setting
Analyzing plot, character, and setting in fiction texts

Module #7
Reading Nonfiction:Text Features and Structures
Understanding text features and structures in nonfiction texts

Module #8
Comparing and Contrasting Texts
Identifying similarities and differences between texts

Module #9
Vocabulary Building Strategies
Learning new words through context, prefixes, suffixes, and roots

Module #10
Text Marking and Note-Taking
Strategies for marking texts and taking notes

Module #11
Reading Poetry and Drama
Understanding and analyzing poetry and drama texts

Module #12
Reading Informational Texts
Analyzing and understanding informational texts

Module #13
Reading Historical Fiction
Understanding historical fiction texts and their historical context

Module #14
Reading Science and Technical Texts
Analyzing and understanding science and technical texts

Module #15
Book Clubs and Literature Circles
Participating in book clubs and literature circles to discuss texts

Module #16
Reading Comprehension Strategies
Practicing strategies for improving reading comprehension

Module #17
Test-Taking Strategies for Reading
Preparing for reading tests and quizzes

Module #18
Creating a Reading Portfolio
Collecting and reflecting on reading work throughout the course

Module #19
Reading in the Digital Age
Understanding and navigating digital texts

Module #20
Building Fluency through Read-Alouds
Practicing fluency through read-alouds and performance tasks

Module #21
Reading and Writing Connections
Understanding the connection between reading and writing

Module #22
Reading and Vocabulary Acquisition
Learning new vocabulary through reading

Module #23
Reading and Critical Thinking
Developing critical thinking skills through reading

Module #24
Reading in Content Areas
Reading and understanding texts in other content areas (e.g. science, social studies)

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Elementary School Grade 5 Reading career

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