English for the 5^th grade

Skills

Recognize, comprehend, read and correctly verbalize words and phrases at this level according to the list of lexical items in the English Curriculum and other words introduced in the course book and by the teacher (approximately 600 words and phrases taught gradually over the course of 3 years, from the beginning of 3rd grade until the end of 5th grade.)
Recognize, understand, read, write and verbalize the above-mentioned words in the context of familiar and unfamiliar texts.
Differentiate between text types (letters, emails, ads. etc.) and answer questions about the text both orally and in writing, identify the main idea, compare information from various texts and read with correct understanding guided by punctuation that appears in the texts.
Write (using correct punctuation) or present orally about familiar topics using taught structures e.g. This is … / He is … / There are etc.
Listen to and read simple stories (extensive reading / storytelling), give a text an original title, identify cognates in English and first language and notice differences in literature and culture between different people.

Perseverance: to demonstrate perseverance throughout reading, writing and listening comprehension exercises
Competence: to believe in his or her ability to build basic reading skills through practice
Curiosity: to take an interest in learning English and to want to broaden vocabulary

Cooperation: to take part in games or singing songs in English together with fellow pupils
Oral Communication: to take part in a conversation
Teamwork: to carry out collaborative tasks using age appropriate vocabulary and content. Pupils will be able to ask and answer questions about familiar topics, e.g. family, school, places, people, feelings and possessions. They will be able to respond to short messages such as notes and invitations.