K-5 ESL Curriculum 2017 - fusionschools.com ESL...The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about social language utilizing vocabulary needed from L1. ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3

Dumont ESL Curriculum Revised 2017

COURSE OF STUDY UNIT PLANNING GUIDE FOR: ESL

GRADE LEVEL PREPARED BY: K-5 ELEMENTARY ESL TEACHERS

ALIGNED TO THE WIDA ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT (ELD) STANDARDS AND 2016 NJSLS B.O.E. ADOPTED AUGUST 24, 2017


Grade Level: Kindergarten Topic: Social and Instructional Language Time Frame: September - June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 1

Students will be able to communicate in English for social and instructional purposes within the school setting. Skills: Personal/classroom/social communication

Short stories, songs, pictures, realia, games, graphic organizers, videos, Scott Foresman, Reading Street Series: Posters and ELL Resources from Teacher’s Manual

The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about social language utilizing vocabulary needed from L1.

ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Match oral language

to classroom and everyday objects. Repeat words and simple phrases. Answer yes/no questions. Repeat answer to questions about position on locations of real life objects or persons.

Follow one-step oral directions (e.g. “stand up”; “sit down”. Answer questions or commands about position or location of real- life objects using relational words (e.g., “Where is the bunny? Over there”.)

Identify position or location of real life objects or persons using phrases (e.g. “under the table, on the floor, in the corner”). Identify icons, symbols and words found in print around the classroom or school.

Arrange a series of pictures involving colors according to oral directions. Produce names of objects or icons represented in environmental print using invented spellings.

Predict feelings based on illustrated phrases (e.g. on book covers). Describe position or location of real life objects of person using sentence.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement and communicate new ideas to others effectively. Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.starfall.com, www.abcya.com, www.abcmouse.com, www.pbskids.org

Assessments: Teacher observation of student recall and effective performance of tasks. Formal and informal assessments, as determined by teacher.

Special Education Accommodations: Modify and chunk tasks according to students’ ability. Provide visual and verbal cues for directions and expectations. Maintain preferential seating. Conferencing with appropriate staff. Extra Help offered. Graphic Organizers. Gifted Student Accommodations: Differentiate tasks according to students’ ability, Self-Directed Learning, Independent Research, Individualized Pacing, Supplemental Texts according to students’ English language proficiency levels.


Grade Level: Kindergarten Topic: Language Arts Time Frame: September-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 2

ELLs will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Language Arts.

Short stories, songs, pictures, realia, games, graphic organizers, videos, Scott Foresman, Reading Street Series: Posters and ELL Resources from Teacher’s Manual

The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about language arts utilizing vocabulary needed from L1.

ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Point to features of big

books for oral commands. Repeat key words in rhymes from picture cues. Match pictures and icons with those that are the same with partner. Reproduce symbols or letters from models using realia.

Restate facts from short stories. Sort pictures and icons that are the same or different with partner. Show directionality of print (e.g. left to right, beginning/ending of pages, top/bottom) from oral commands.

Retell short stories through pictures. Repeat sentences from rhymes and patterned stories. Make predictions. Answer WH questions from read aloud stories

Retell stories with emerging detail. Compare real objects (e.g. size, shape, color). Draw pictures and use words to tell a story. Identify letters in illustrated words that are the same or different with a partner.

Express feelings, likes and dislikes with reasons. Differentiate between letters, words, and sentences. Make storybooks using short sentences and drawings. Produce letters and beginning sounds from pictures in context.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement, and communicate new ideas through reading and writing, effectively. Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.starfall.com, www.abcya.com, www.abcmouse.com, www.pbskids.org




Grade Level: Kindergarten Topic: Mathematics

Time Frame: September-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 3

ELLs will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Mathematics.

Short number stories, songs, pictures, realia number games, Scott Foresman, Reading Street Series: Posters and ELL Resources from Teacher’s Manual

The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about mathematics utilizing vocabulary needed from L1.

ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Copy and label whole

numbers (1- 10). Match pictures of objects in context with math symbols.

Write and repeat whole numbers from visual aid. Match pictures of varying quantities in context with math-related words or phrases.

Count number or objects and write correct whole numbers. Complete graphs or charts using whole numbers.

Order whole numbers using number cards. Respond to questions about graphs or charts using moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary. Complete repeated math patterns.

Create a math book using whole numbers with words, phrases, or sentences. Predict sequence of complex math patterns.

21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking--Evaluate information efficiently and competently Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.starfall.com, www.abcya.com, www.abcmouse.com, www.pbskids.org




Grade Level: Kindergarten Topic: Science

Units: Wonders of Weather, 5 Senses and My Body, Living Things, Animals and Their Babies, Seasons Time Frame: Wonders of Weather- Sept-Oct; Seasons- Oct-Nov; Senses- Nov-Dec; Living Things, Animals- Jan-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 4

ELLs will communicate information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Science.

Pre-teach science vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands-on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology (interactive software for Smartboard/computer) Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Pearson Leveled Readers: Every Student Learns, Short story books with appropriate sight words

The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about science utilizing vocabulary needed from L1.

ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Following one-step

instruction. Produce drawings. Materials needed for scientific inquiry from labeled pictures.

Follow and respond to one- to multiple step instruction and direction. Copy names of material needed for science from labeled pictures.

Use of general and some specific language as it relates to the science unit of study. Reproduce a list of materials needed for scientific inquiry from labeled pictures. Using words with invented spelling.

Discuss and answer questions using specific and some technical language. Describe materials used in science words or phrases with invented spelling.

Use specific and technical language to respond to questions within the science unit or study. Relate experiences from scientific inquiry using phrases or short sentences with invented spelling.

21st Century Skills: Health Literacy--Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of their bodies and the world around them. Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com




Grade Level: Kindergarten Topic: Social Studies

Units: Community, Holidays/Celebrations, Families, School, Significant Historical Leaders: Lincoln and Washington Time Frame: Community- Sept-Oct; Families/School- Oct-Nov; Holidays/Celebrations- Nov-Dec; Leaders- Dec-March; Traditions- April-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 5

ELLs will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Social Studies.

Pre-teach math vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands-on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology (videos--interactive software for Smartboard/computer), Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Pearson Leveled Readers: Every Student Learns, Short story books with appropriate sight words

The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about social studies utilizing vocabulary needed from L1.

ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Tell personal

information (e.g. families, school) using simple words, phrases and memorized chunks of language. Respond to visually supported questions with single word or phrases (e.g. “Who is this community worker?”).

Repeat facts or statements with phrases or short sentences (e.g. describe roles of community workers). Answer WH questions using high frequency vocabulary.

Ask questions relating to the unit with a series of related sentences. Retell simple facts from picture clues using general and some specific vocabulary.

Discuss and ask questions based on the Social Studies unit. Moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary. Respond orally and in written form using language with minimal errors.

Discuss and ask questions based on unit using: Complex discourse using specialized and technical vocabulary (e.g. “explain the importance of family and school”). Language comparable to English speaking peer.

21st Century Skills: Media Literacy--Understand and utilize the most appropriate expressions and interpretations in diverse environments. Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com




Grade Level: 1st Topic: Social and Instructional Language



Short stories, songs, pictures, realia and games. Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Pearson Leveled Readers: Every Student Learns, Short story books with appropriate sight words, Scott Foresman Texts, Everyday Literacy, Read, Reason, and Write


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Follow oral directions

according to simple commands using manipulative or real life objects. Answer yes/no questions about likes or dislikes with a partner (e.g. “Do you like school?”) Label personal experiences using pictures.

Tell primary function of everyday objects. (e.g. “You write on it”). Role place in small groups about familiar everyday activities modeled in illustrated story.

Follow oral directions by comparing them with visual cues, nonverbal cues, or modeling (e.g. “fold the paper in half. Then place it on your table the long way.”). Produce phrases or sentences about personal experiences.

Paraphrase or combine likes and dislikes with a partner. Carry out directions according to a series of sentences.

Follow oral directions without visual or nonverbal support and check with a peer. Give reasons for likes, dislikes or needs with a partner. Maintain diaries or journals using related sentences or personal experiences.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement and communicate new ideas to others effectively. Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.starfall.com, www.abcya.com, www.abcmouse.com, www.pbskids.org

Assessments: Teacher observation of student recall and effective performance of tasks. Formal and informal assessments, as determined by teacher. Pre and Post SGO Assessments.



Grade Level: 1st Topic: Language Arts



Short stories, songs, pictures, realia and games, Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Pearson Leveled Readers: Every Student Learns, Scott Foresman Texts, Everyday Literacy, Read Reason Write, Practice Exercises in Basic English


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Name characters or

settings of stories from picture books using simple words and memorized language. Sequence a series of pictures to tell stories. Demonstrate concepts about print by pointing or through gestures. Reproduce symbols, letters or pictures from illustrated charts or display with a partner.

Repeat facts or statements with phrases or short sentences. Describe characters and places depicted in story pictures or wordless picture books. Associate letter sounds (beginning, middle, or end of words) with familiar pictures in context. Reproduce illustrated word pairs by families (e.g. cat, hat).

State actions of characters and describe events in story. Crosscheck pictures with phonics clues with a partner. Select titles that correspond to a sequence of pictures.

Tell stories from pictures or wordless storybook. Use phonics clues to sound out illustrated word in context.

Create original stories from series of pictures, wordless books or personal experiences. Predict words or phrases based on context cues in grade level text.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement, and communicate new ideas through reading and writing, effectively. Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.starfall.com, www.abcya.com, www.abcmouse.com, www.pbskids.org




Grade Level: 1st Topic: Mathematics



Pre-teach math vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology, Manipulatives, supplemental materials for classroom support


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Repeat math related

words or phrases from pictures. Identify illustrations of math figures described orally (e.g. “ Find a shape that looks like the sun”)

Restate simple math Operations. Identify illustrations of math figures when described orally (e.g. “Find a shape with 4 sides”)

Describe math representations and operations. Complete repeated math patterns of alternating figures described.

Compare/contrast math operations needed in problem solving using pictures.

Explain the math process of math problem solving using pictures at grade level. Predict sequence of complex math patterns from descriptions according to 1st grade level.

21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking --Evaluate information efficiently and competently Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.starfall.com, www.abcya.com, www.abcmouse.com, www.pbskids.org




Grade Level: 1st Topic: Science

Units: Scientific Process, Weather and Atmosphere, Solar System, Energy and Motion, Living Things Time Frame: Scientific Process- Sept; Weather and Atmosphere- Sept-Nov; Solar System- Dec-Jan; Energy and Motion- Feb-March; Living Things- March-June. Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 4

ELLs will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Science.

Pre-teach science vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology (enchantedlearning.com), Interactive Software for SmartBoard, Scott Foresman: Every Student Learns, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, supplemental readers, National Geographic


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Follow one step

instruction. Produce drawings. Materials needed for scientific inquiry fro labeled pictures.

Follow and respond to one- to multiple step instruction and direction. Copy names of material needed for science from labeled pictures

Use of general and some specific language as it relates to the science unit of study. Reproduce a list of materials needed for scientific from labeled pictures using words with invented spelling.

Discuss and answer questions using specific and some technical language. Describe materials used in science words or phrases with invented spelling.

Use specific and technical language to respond to questions within the science unit of study. Relate experiences from scientific inquiry using phrases or short sentences with invented spelling.

21st Century Skills: Environmental Literacy-Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the environment and the circumstances and conditions affecting it, as it relates to air, water, climate, needs/wants, and ecosystems Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com,




Grade Level: 1st Topic: Social Studies

Units: Community, Goods/Services/Needs/Wants, Transportation, Historical Leaders, Holidays and Celebrations Time Frame: Community- Sept-Oct; Transportation- Sept-Oct; Goods/Service- Oct-Nov; Holidays and Celebrations- Nov-Jan; Historical Leaders- Jan-Feb Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 5


Pre-teach vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology (enchantedlearning.com), Interactive Software for SmartBoard, Scott Foresman: Every Student Learns, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, supplemental readers, National Geographic


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Repeat information

(e.g. community, needs/wants ) using simple words, phases and memorized chucks of language. Respond to visually supported questions with single word or phrases.(e.g. Who is this community worker)

Repeat facts or statements with phrases or short sentences (e.g. describe roles of community workers”) Answer WH questions using high frequency vocabulary.

Ask questions relating to the unit with a series of related sentences. Retell simple facts from picture clues using general and some specific vocabulary.

Discuss and ask questions based on social studies unit. Moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary. Respond orally and in written form using language with minimal errors.

Discuss and ask questions based on social studies unit using: Complex discourse using specialized and technical vocabulary(e.g. “Explain the importance of family and school”) Language comparable to English speaking peer.

21st Century Skills: 21st Century Learning Environments: Enable students to learn relevant, real-world 21st century context Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com,




Grade Level: 2nd Topic: Social and Instructional Language



Short stories, songs, pictures, realia and Games, Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Short story books with appropriate vocabulary, Scott Foresman Texts, Everyday Literacy, Read, Reason, and Write


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Follow oral

directions according to simple commands using manipulative or real life. Answer yes/no or choice questions about likes or dislikes with a partner (e.g. “Do you like school?”)

Follow directions according to complex commands using manipulative or real life. Label personal experiences using pictures or photographs.

Share likes or dislikes with a partner. Place pictures with words or phrases with corresponding picture on board games or in activities with a partner. Tell primary functions or use of everyday objects depicted visually (e.g. “You put food on the plate’)

Role play in small groups familiar, everyday activities modeled in illustrated story books read by teachers. Sort school areas, personnel or activities from non-school areas, personnel or activities according to oral descriptions with visual support (e.g. “Which person does not work in the school?”).

Compare/contrast uses of everyday objects depicted visually (e.g. “I wash myself with soap. I dry myself with a towel.”). Compose personal messages for friends using models and pictures.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement and communicate new ideas to others effectively. Technology: iPads Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, interactive literacy software




Grade Level: 2nd Topic: Language Arts



Stories, songs, pictures, realia and games Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Pearson Leveled Readers: Every Student Learns, Short story books with appropriate sight words, Scott Foresman Texts, Everyday Literacy, Read, Reason, and Write


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Name person

(characters ) or settings of stories from picture book. Match voice to print by pointing to icons, letters or illustrated word.

Respond to story elements with phrases or short sentences. Answer and describe story elements using high frequency vocabulary. Generate lists of word families from illustrated models.

Expanded sentences in oral responses using vocabulary for grade level text. Match a series of pictures that tell stories with sequence words. Pair rhyming words from illustrated charts or displays with a partner.

Make original statements or questions using illustrated word families. Describe characters or settings of stories from picture books. State main ideas or themes of stories, including characters or settings, from pictures.

Extended sentences with linguistic complexity in oral and written language. Match pictures to sentences read aloud order pictures of related sentences read aloud that use ordinal numeral or sequential language (e.g. first, second, last: first, then, next.).

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement, and communicate new ideas through reading and writing, effectively. Technology: iPad Apps, Websites: www.starfall.com, www.abcya.com, www.abcmouse.com, www.pbskids.org




Grade Level: 2nd Topic: Mathematics



Number stories, songs, pictures, realia and number games, supplemental materials as needed for classroom reinforcement

The use of listening, speaking, reading, and

writing about mathematics utilizing

vocabulary needed from L1.

ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Match pictures of

objects in context with math symbols. Recite math related words or phrases. Illustrate and label whole numbers (1 - 100).

Match pictures of varying quantities in context with math related words or phrases. Restate simple math operations from oral statements. Match numbers with words, symbols or illustrations.

Complete graphs or charts using whole numbers. Describe math representations and operations. List uses of numbers using words, phrases, symbols, or illustration.

Respond to questions about graphs or charts using: Compare/contrast math operations needed in problem solving. Describe and compare numbers using words, phrases, symbols, or illustration.

Create a math book using numbers with words, phrases, or sentences. Explain the process of math problem solving. Create math story problems using numbers using words, phrases, symbols, or illustration.

21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking--Evaluate information efficiently and competently Technology: iPad Apps, Websites: www.abcya.com, www.pbskids.org




Grade Level: 2nd Topic: Science

Units: Earth and Environmental Science, Space, Matter, Life Science Time Frame: Earth and Environmental Science- Sept-Nov; Space- Dec-Jan; Matter- Feb-March; Life Science- Apr-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 4


Pre-teach science vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology

Scott Foresman: Every Student Learns, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, supplemental readers, National Geographic


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Repeat simple

words, phases and memorized chucks of language. Respond to visually supported science questions with single word or phrases. Identify and name simple science objects using most common vocabulary.

Repeat facts or statements with phrases or short sentences. Describe scientific facts using high frequency vocabulary.

Ask questions relating to science with a series of related sentences. Retell simple facts from picture clues using general and some specific vocabulary. Sort and explain grouping of objects (e.g. sink v. float).

Discuss and ask questions based on science unit using: Moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary. Respond orally and in written form using language with minimal errors.

Discuss and ask questions based on science unit. Use of complex discourse with specialized and technical vocabulary. Language comparable to English speaking peers.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement and communicate new ideas to others effectively. Technology: iPad Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com




Grade Level: 2nd Topic: Social Studies

Units: Communities/Transportation, Needs and Wants, Maps and Location, Cultural Identify, Holidays and Celebrations. Time Frame: Communities/Transportation- Sept-Oct; Holidays and Celebrations- Nov-Jan; Needs and Wants- Feb-Mar; Maps and Locations- Apr-May; Cultural Identify- June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 5


Pre-teach vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Pearson Leveled Readers: Every Student Learns, Short story books with appropriate sight words, Scott Foresman Texts, Everyday Literacy, Read, Reason, and Write


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Repeat words,

phrases, or chunks of language with one-step commands, directions, WH question with visual and graphic support. Locate points on maps from oral commands.

State phrases or short sentences related to the content area of social studies. Identify major physical features of the earth on maps from oral statements (e.g. mountains, oceans)

Identify direction on maps using the compass rose. Answer and ask questions using a series of related sentences. State facts using general and some specific vocabulary.

Answer and ask WH questions using moderate discourse. Discuss facts using specialized and some technical vocabulary. Language w/minimal errors.

Follow travel routes on maps based on a series of directionality. Discuss and ask questions based on social studies unit. Use of complex discourse with specialized and technical vocabulary. Language comparable to English speaking peers.

21st Century Skills: Enable students to learn relevant, real-world 21st century context Technology: iPad Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org,



www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com Special Education Accommodations: Modify and chunk tasks according to students’ ability. Provide visual and verbal cues for directions and expectations. Maintain preferential seating. Conferencing with appropriate staff. Extra Help offered. Graphic Organizers. Gifted Student Accommodations: Differentiate tasks according to students’ ability, Self-Directed Learning, Independent Research, Individualized Pacing, Supplemental Texts according to students’ English language proficiency levels.


Grade Level: 3 Topic: Social and Instructional Language



Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Short story books with appropriate vocabulary, ESL Scott Foresman Texts



directions according to simple commands using manipulative or real life objects. Use newly learned vocabulary to answer questions using single words or phases.

Follow directions according to complex commands using manipulative or real life objects. Respond to questions using high frequency vocabulary with phrases or short sentences

Use of general and some specific language as it relates to the unit of study. Expanded sentences in oral responses using vocabulary for grade level text.

Discuss and answer questions using specific and some technical language. Use a variety of sentences which vary in linguistic complexity. Respond with oral and written language with minimal syntactic and semantic errors.

Use specific and technical language to respond to questions within the unit of study. Extended sentences with linguistic complexity in oral and written language. Respond to questions using oral and written language using grade level material.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement and communicate new ideas to others effectively. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPads Apps, Website: www.pbskids.org, interactive literacy software




Grade Level: 3 Topic: Language Arts



Short stories, pictures, realia and games. Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Short story books with appropriate vocabulary, ESL Scott Foresman Texts


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Identify elements

stories from one step directions supported by illustrations. Answer Yes/No and WH questions using words, phrases, or chunks of language

Respond to story elements with phrases or short sentences. Answer and describe story elements using high frequency vocabulary




21st Century Skills: Develop, implement, and communicate new ideas through reading and writing, effectively. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Website: turtlediary.com, interactive literacy software




Level: 3 Topic: Mathematics



Pre-teach math vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology (interactive software) Materials: Supplemental Materials, language and vocabulary taken from Envisions Text


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Identify quantities,

math symbols and operations from oral statements and illustrations. Answer yes/no and WH questions using words, phrases, or chunks of language.

Compare quantities or attributes based on oral directions, illustrations and statements. Use phases or short sentence in responding to questions.

Identify examples or mathematical terms from oral descriptions. Use of general and some specific language as it relates to the unit of study. Expanded sentences in oral responses using vocabulary for grade level text.

Answer questions using specific and some technical language of formulas required for problem solving or analysis. Use a variety of sentences which vary in linguistic complexity.

Construct real- world problems, numerical functions or patterns based on grade level. Use specific and technical language to respond to questions within the math unit of study.

21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking--Evaluate information efficiently and competently Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Website: turtlediary.com




Grade: 3 Topic: Science Units: Earth, Solar System, Water cycle and Earth Science, Matter and its Properties, Living Things Time Frame: Earth and Solar System- Sept-Nov; Water Cycle and Earth Science- Nov-Jan; Matter- Feb-Apr; Living Things- Jan-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 4


Pre-teach Science vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology. Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, Language for Learning: Building Content Area and Academic Vocabulary, Making Connections: Reading Comprehension Skills and Strategies, Scott Foresman Texts, Stories to Read and Words to Know


ELP 1 Materials: ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Follow one step

instruction. Answer yes/no and WH questions using words, phrases, or chunks of language. Identify and name simple science objects using most common vocabulary.

Answer questions relating to physical states of matter, living and non-living, water cycle etc. using statements with phrases or short sentences. Describe scientific facts using high frequency vocabulary.

Repeat facts or statements with phrases or short sentences. Describe scientific facts using high frequency vocabulary

Language with minimal errors. Discuss and ask questions based on science unit using: Moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary. Respond orally and in written form using language with minimal errors.


21st Century Skills: Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.



Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com Special Education Accommodations: Modify and chunk tasks according to students’ ability. Provide visual and verbal cues for directions and expectations. Maintain preferential seating. Conferencing with appropriate staff. Extra Help offered. Graphic Organizers. Gifted Student Accommodations: Differentiate tasks according to students’ ability, Self-Directed Learning, Independent Research, Individualized Pacing, Supplemental Texts according to students’ English language proficiency levels.


Grade Level: 3 Topic: Social Studies Units: Culture, Goods and Services, Trade, Geography and Landforms, Communities, Native Americans Time Frame: Communities- Sept-June; Culture- Sept-June; Goods and Services- Oct-Dec; Geography and Landforms- Jan-Mar; Native Americans- Apr-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 5

ELL's will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Social Studies.

Pre-teach Social Studies vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology Materials: Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, Language for Learning: Building Content Area and Academic Vocabulary, Making Connections: Reading Comprehension Skills and Strategies, Scott Foresman Texts, Stories to Read and Words to Know


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5

Answer WH question with visual and graphic support. Repeat words, phrases, or chunks of language with one-step commands, directions.

State phrases or short sentences related to the content area of social studies. Describe social studies facts using high frequency vocabulary.

Ask questions relating to social studies with a series of related sentences. Retell simple facts from picture clues using general and some specific vocabulary.

Discuss social studies unit using moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary. Answer questions with language with minimal errors.

Answer questions and discuss the unit using complex discourse with specialized and technical vocabulary. Language comparable to English speaking peers.

21st Century Skills: Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Computers, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com





Grade Level: 4 Topic: Social and Instructional Language Time Frame: September-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 1


Pre- teaching vocabulary: visual representations of vocabulary, matching labeling, pronunciation, and spelling of new vocabulary. stories, pictures, realia and games. Materials: Scott Foresman, Reading Street Series: Posters and ELL Resources from Teacher’s Manual



directions according to simple commands using manipulative or real life objects. Use newly learned vocabulary to answer questions in using single words or phases.

Follow directions according to complex commands using manipulative or real life objects. Answer WH questions with phrases or short sentences using high frequency vocabulary.

Discuss and answer questions using series of related sentences. Use of general and some specific vocabulary use of language with errors but meaning is retained.

Respond and discuss unit with moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary. Language with minimal errors.

Use complex discourse, specialized and technical vocabulary. Language is comparable to English speaking peers.

21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement and communicate new ideas to others effectively. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Website: www.englishforeveryone.com, interactive literacy software.




Grade Level: 4 Topic: Language Arts Time Frame: September-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 2

ELL's will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Language Arts.

Short stories, pictures, realia and games Stories to Read, Words to Know Series, Short story books with appropriate vocabulary, ESL Scott Foresman Texts, Leveled Readers and ELL Readers: Reading Street


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Identify elements

stories from one step directions supported by illustrations. Answer Yes/No and WH questions using words, phrases, or chunks of language.

Respond to story elements with phrases or short sentences. Answer and describe story elements using high frequency vocabulary.




21st Century Skills: Communication: Develop, implement, and communicate new ideas through reading and writing, effectively. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Website: turtlediary.com, interactive literacy software




Grade Level: 4 Topic: Mathematics Time Frame: September-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 3

ELL's will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Mathematics.

Pre-teach math vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology (interactive software, SmartBoard Activities) Supplemental materials as classroom reinforcement


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Identify quantities,

math symbols and operations from oral statements and illustrations. Answer yes/no and WH questions using words, phrases, or chunks of language.

Compare quantities or attributes based on oral directions, illustrations and statements. Use phases or short sentence in responding to questions.

Identify examples or mathematical terms from oral descriptions. Use of general and some specific language as it relates to the unit of study. Expanded sentences in oral responses using vocabulary for grade level text.

Answer questions using specific and some technical language of formulas required for problem solving or analysis. Use a variety of sentences which vary in linguistic complexity.

Construct real- world problems, numerical functions or patterns based on grade level. Use specific and technical language to respond to questions within the math unit of study.

21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking--Evaluate information efficiently and competently Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Websites: www.learnzillion.com and interactive math software.




Grade Level: 4 Topic: Science Units: Human Body, Earth and Its Processes, Forces and Motion, Stars and Solar System Time Frame: Human Body- Sept-Nov; Earth and Its Processes- Nov-Jan; Forces and Motion- Jan-Mar; Stars and Solar System- Mar-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 4

ELL's will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Science.

Pre-teach science vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology. Scott Foresman Texts, Language for Learning, Making Connections, and Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning

. The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about science utilizing vocabulary needed from L1.

ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Repeat simple

words, phases and memorized chucks of language. Respond to visually supported science questions with single word or phrases. Identify and name simple science objects using most common vocabulary.

Repeat facts or statements with phrases or short sentences. Describe scientific facts using high frequency vocabulary.

Ask questions relating to science with a series of related sentences. Retell simple facts from picture clues using general and some specific vocabulary.

Language with minimal errors. Discuss and ask questions based on science unit using: Moderate discourse, specialized and some technical vocabulary Respond orally and in written form using language with minimal errors.


21st Century Skills- Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.



Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Websites: www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com Special Education Accommodations: Modify and chunk tasks according to students’ ability. Provide visual and verbal cues for directions and expectations. Maintain preferential seating. Conferencing with appropriate staff. Extra Help offered. Graphic Organizers. Gifted Student Accommodations: Differentiate tasks according to students’ ability, Self-Directed Learning, Independent Research, Individualized Pacing, Supplemental Texts according to students’ English language proficiency levels.


Grade Level: 4 Topic: Social Studies Units: Geography, Native Americans and Explorers, The State of New Jersey, Famous Americans Time Frame: Geography- Sept-June; Native Americans and Explorers- Oct-Nov; New Jersey- Dec-Feb; Famous Americans- Feb-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 5

ELL's will communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Social Studies.

Pre-teach Social Studies vocabulary as per grade level classroom and text and support including: Realia, Visuals, Hands on, Charts, Graphic organizers, Technology Scott Foresman Texts, Language for Learning, Making Connections, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, Supplemental Reading from Scholastic Books


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Follow one step

instruction. Answer yes/no and WH questions using words, phrases, or chunks of language. Answer questions using graphic support .

Follow and respond to one- to multiple step instruction and direction. Use phases or short sentence in responding to questions.



Use specific and technical language to respond to questions within the social studies unit of study. Extended sentences with linguistic complexity in oral and written language. Respond to questions using oral and written language using grade level material.

21st Century Skills: Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Websites:



www.pbskids.org, www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com Special Education Accommodations: Modify and chunk tasks according to students’ ability. Provide visual and verbal cues for directions and expectations. Maintain preferential seating. Conferencing with appropriate staff. Extra Help offered. Graphic Organizers. Gifted Student Accommodations: Differentiate tasks according to students’ ability, Self-Directed Learning, Independent Research, Individualized Pacing, Supplemental Texts according to students’ English language proficiency levels.


Grade Level: 5 Topic: Social Studies Chapters: Early American Settlements, Independence and the New Government, Colonization and Conflict

Expansion and Change, Slavery and Emancipation

21st Century Skills: Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.


Time Frame: Early American Settlements- Sept-Oct; Colonization and Conflict- Nov-Dec; Independence and New Government- Jan-Feb Slavery and Emancipation- Mar-Apr; Expansion and Change- May-June Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 5

Students will be able to examine the different forms of colonization in North America and the changes that the country endured during its beginning years with war and slavery.

Through graphic organizers and writing prompts, students will focus on vocabulary and specific terms associated with colonization and settlement. Important People and Places for units will be determined and reinforced through short reading passages and visual cues. Language for Learning, Making Connections, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, Pearson Leveled Readings, National Geographic Supplementary Texts


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Answer Yes/No

questions about the text with single words and phrases. Use vocabulary and pictures to accurately answer questions based on the unit’s readings.

Answer WH- questions about the text using more than one word for answers and utilizing the unit vocabulary in simple sentences.

Answer questions in complete sentences with general and some specific language using graphic organizer provided and/or pictures from the unit’s chapter.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using specific and some technical language as well as complex structures related to the unit. Students will use a variety of sentence lengths, linguistic complexity, and vocabulary usage.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using technical language as well as complex structures related to the topic. Language forms and discourse complexity will vary but will adequately and accurately use vocabulary from the unit.


Technology: PARCC Practice, iPads Apps, Website: www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com Special Education Accommodations: Modify and chunk tasks according to students’ ability. Provide visual and verbal cues for directions and expectations. Maintain preferential seating. Conferencing with appropriate staff. Extra Help offered. Graphic Organizers. Gifted Student Accommodations: Differentiate tasks according to students’ ability, Self-Directed Learning, Independent Research, Individualized Pacing, Supplemental Texts according to students’ English language proficiency levels.


Grade Level: 5 Topic: Science

Chapters: Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science

Standard Student Learning Objective Materials Domains WIDA 4

Students will be able to examine the variety of topics in Science relating to the world around them and the states of matter.

Through graphic organizers and writing prompts, students will focus on vocabulary and specific terms associated with life science, earth science, and physical science. Language for Learning, Making Connections, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, Pearson Leveled Readings, National Geographic Supplementary Texts



questions about the text with single words and phrases. Use vocabulary and pictures to accurately answer questions based on the unit’s reading.


Answer questions in complete sentences with general and some specific language using graphic organizer provided and/or pictures from the unit’s chapter.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using specific and some technical language as well as complex structures related to the unit. Students will use a variety of sentence lengths, linguistic complexity, and vocabulary usage.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using technical language as well as complex structures related to the topic. Language forms and discourse complexity will vary but will adequately and accurately use vocabulary from the unit.

21st Century Skills: Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Websites: www.brainpop.com, www.kids.nationalgeographic.com, www.discoveryeducation.com



Time Frame: Life Science- Sept-Nov; Earth Science- Dec-Feb; Physical Science- Mar-June


Grade Level: 5 Topic: Math Number Sense and Numerical Operations, Geometry and Measurement, Ratios and Probability


Students will be able to focus on the topics of Mathematics relating to the properties of addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication. In addition, fractions, geometry, and probability will also be introduced and studied depending on students’ ability in mathematics.

Supplementary materials as needed for classroom reinforcement


ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3 ELP 4 ELP 5 Pronounce and

correctly spell mathematical terms associated with each unit.

Correctly explain and determine the terms and their definitions giving proper examples and solving problems using numerical expressions.

Focus on the development of terms and the applications with word problems utilizing visuals and a breakdown of topic vocabulary.

Answer questions more independently without the use of the vocabulary terms and definitions study sheet.

Give independent responses and explanations for both numerical and word problems.

21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking--Evaluate information efficiently and competently Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Website: learnzillion.com, interactive mathematics software



Time Frame: September-June


Grade Level: 5 Topic: Language Arts


With support, students will answer questions about key details in a non-fiction and fictional text both written and orally, giving more detail and elaboration as proficiency level in English allows.

Focus on vocabulary, context clues, and character analysis in detail with one-on-one conversation and graphic organizers such as Venn Diagrams and T-charts. Language for Learning, Making Connections, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning, Pearson Leveled Readings, National Geographic Supplementary Texts



questions about the text with single words and phrases. Use vocabulary and pictures to accurately answer questions based on the unit’s reading.


Utilize language of topic using graphic organizer provided and/or pictures from the unit’s chapter.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using specific and some technical language as well as complex structures related to the text. Students will use a variety of sentence lengths, linguistic complexity, and vocabulary usage.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using technical language as well as complex structures related to the topic. Language forms and discourse complexity will vary but will adequately and accurately use vocabulary from the text.

21st Century Skills: Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Websites: englishforeveryone.org, bio.com, interactive literacy software





Grade Level: 5 Topic: Social and Instructional Language


With support and as English proficiency allows, students will answer questions both written and orally about their everyday conversation and daily lives, giving more detail and elaboration.

For language development in discourse, pronunciation and repetition will be emphasized and reinforced using a variety of listening and speaking materials. Scott Foresman Texts, Reading Street Series: Pearson Leveled and ELL Readers, Reading Comprehension: Building Vocabulary and Meaning

The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about social language arts utilizing vocabulary needed from L1.


questions with single words and phrases. Use vocabulary and pictures to accurately answer questions.

Answer WH- questions using more than one word for answers and utilizing simple sentence structure.

Answer questions in complete sentences with general and some specific language using graphic organizer provided and/or pictures.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using specific and some technical language as well as complex structures related to the topic. Students will use a variety of sentence lengths, linguistic complexity, and vocabulary usage.

Answer questions in detailed sentences using technical language as well as complex structures related to the topic. Language forms and discourse complexity will vary but will adequately and accurately use vocabulary.

21st Century Skills: Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy—Use technology as a reinforcement tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. Technology: PARCC Practice, iPad Apps, Websites: englishforeveryone.org, interactive literacy software





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K-5 ESL Curriculum 2017 - fusionschools.com ESL...The use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing about social language utilizing vocabulary needed from L1. ELP 1 ELP 2 ELP 3