(Standards taken from Common Core; however, the objectives tend to remain the same across curriculum.  More areas than listed will be covered throughout this course).

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 4 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.
Determine a theme of a story, drama, or poem from details in the text; summarize the text.

Homework Offered
Weekly writing assignments will be assigned.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
All submitted work will receive feedback through a rubric and in-text comments.
Grades Offered
An optional grade report is made available upon request.