Science

SC.O.5.1.01 realize that scientists formulate and test their explanations of nature using observation and experiments.
SC.O.5.1.02 recognize scientific knowledge is subject to modification as new scientific information challenges current explanations
SC.O.5.1.03 examine the careers and contributions of men and women of diverse cultures to the development of science.
SC.O.5.1.04 compare and contrast the historical significance of scientific discoveries
SC.O.5.1.05 cooperate and collaborate to ask questions, design and conduct investigations to find answers and solve problems.
SC.O.5.1.06 formulate conclusions through close observations, logical reasoning, objectivity, perseverance and integrity in data collection
SC.O.5.1.07 apply skepticism, careful methods, logical reasoning and creativity in investigating the observable universe.
SC.O.5.1.08 use a variety of technologies and scientific instruments to conduct explorations, investigations and experiments of the natural world. 
SC.O.5.1.09 demonstrate safe techniques for handling, manipulating and caring for science materials, equipment, natural specimens and living organisms.
SC.O.5.1.10 utilize experimentation to demonstrate scientific processes and thinking skills (e.g., formulating questions, predicting, forming hypotheses, quantifying, or identifying dependent and independent variables).
SC.O.5.1.11 construct and use charts, graphs and tables to organize, display, interpret, analyze and explain data.
SC.O.5.1.12 use inferential reasoning to make logical conclusions from collected data.

SC.O.5.2.13 analyze diagrams of electrical circuits.
SC.O.5.2.14 measure electricity using voltage and wattage.
SC.O.5.2.18 describe the layers of the earth and their various features.
SC.O.5.2.19 identify and describe natural landforms and explain how they change and impact weather and climate.
SC.O.5.2.20 use a variety of instruments and sources to collect and display weather data to describe weather patterns
SC.O.5.2.22 analyze a topographical map to make inferences related to elevation and land features.
SC.O.5.2.23 identify resources as being renewable or non-renewable

SC.O.5.3.02 construct a variety of useful models of an object, event, or process.

SC.O.5.3.03 compare and contrast changes that occur in an object or a system to its original state.
SC.O.5.3.04 compare and contrast the influence that a variation in scale will have on the way an object or system works.  (e.g., cooling rates of different-sized containers of water, strength of different-sized constructions from the same material, or flight characteristics of different-sized model airplanes)  
SC.O.5.3.05  research everyday applications and interactions of science and technology SC.O.5.3.06 evaluate and critically analyze mass media reports of scientific developments and events.
SC.O.5.3.07 explore the connections between science, technology, society and career opportunities

Math

M.O.5.1.11 solve real-world problems involving whole numbers, decimals and fractions using multiple strategies and justify the reasonableness by estimation.
M.O.5.3.2 construct and analyze three-dimensional shapes using properties (i.e. edges, faces or vertices).
M.O.5.3.5 draw a similar figure using a scale, given a real-world situation
M.O.5.4.4 describe the effects on the measurements of a two-dimensional shape (such as its perimeter and area) when the shape is changed in some way, justify changes.
M.O.5.4.5 solve real-world problems requiring conversions within a system of measurement
M.O.5.5.2 construct, read, and interpret tables, charts, and graphs including stem and leaf plots to draw reasonable inferences or verify predictions.

M.O.5.5.3 collect and organize real-world data to construct a circle graph (with and without technology), present data and draw conclusions

Social Studies

SS.O.05.01.01   analyze how government and non-government groups and institutions work to meet the individual needs and promote the common good (e.g., Red Cross, FEMA, Bills, laws, foundations) and evaluate their actions.
SS.O.05.01.02   explain the political process and evaluate its importance in decision-making. 

SS.O.05.02.01   judge whether local, state and national governments do or do not provide for the needs and wants of people, establish order and manage conflict. 

SS.O.05.03.02   apply the concept of supply and demand to specific historic and current economic situations in the United States (e.g., slavery, oil and gas).
 SS.O.05.03.03   assess economic factors in various regions of the United States and show how and why they enhance or limit economic activities

SS.O.05.04.05   examine the role of geography in the history of the United States expansion by correlating the conditions of the environment to cultural patterns and the westward movement and settlement to the location of natural resources and physical geography conditions.
SS.O.05.04.06   research how people have changed the environment of the United States, critique their actions and report your findings to the class. 

Reading and English Language Arts

RLA.O.5.1.14  classify and interpret graphic aids (e.g., maps, charts, graphs, tables, timelines). RLA.O.5.1.15  increase the amount of independent reading to comprehend, analyze and evaluate literary text and informational text.
RLA.O.5.2.01  use the five-step writing process (pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, publishing) to generate topics, plan and develop a 3 – 5 paragraph composition.
RLA.O.5.2.02  arrange thoughts and ideas in graphic representations to plan and write a product.
RLA.O.5.2.04  use the five-step writing process to write for a specific purpose and for an intended audience (e.g., creative, narrative, informative, journal, friendly letter, business letter).
interrogative
RLA.O.5.2.05  write and edit the mechanics and grammar of a variety of sentence types:

• simple
• compound
• declarative
• exclamatory
• imperative

RLA.O.5.2.06  select and use a variety of resource materials to plan and deliver a short research project, citing references.
RLA.O.5.3.04  create an age-appropriate media product that demonstrates format, purpose, and audience.