portfolio #1: Avery

 Avery's #1 Portfolio for 2020/2021 school year:

ELA

Avery has completed 12 pages in his handwriting without tears book. Avery has attended 8 weeks of Eden Acre's. Avery has completed lesson 1 and 2 of All About Reading Level 1. 

I can complete one lesson a week of All About Reading Level 1.

I can practice writing by completing a page in My Printing Book 3 times a week.

I can practice writing skills through journaling at Edan Acre's.

I can listen to books read aloud to me and answer questions about the text.

I can articulately describe the context and meaning in a story read to me.

I can demonstrate good listening by recording what books have been read to me throughout the year.

I can demonstrate good speaking by recording my synopses of book content throughout the year.

I can express my feelings, communicate my ideas, share details, and have good conversations with others at Eden Acre's.

I can follow directions and communicate with adults outside my home by attending Edan Acre's.  

Sample page he completed from All About Reading, Bob Book he knows most the sight words to, last page he completed in Handwirtting Without Tears, and playing a rhyming words Dominoes games.

MATH:

Avery has completded up to Chapter 3 in Beast Academy 2A. He has played multiple board games to reinforce lessons, and has practice math concepts using printed worksheets.

I can explain place value.

I can count by 1’s, 2’s, 5’s, 10’s, etc. 

I can regroup, add, and subtract up to three digit numbers.

I can compare numbers on a number line.

I can determine less than, greater than numbers.

I can make sense of problems and try another way to solve them if needed.

I can show that written numbers represent real objects.

I can explain my own mathematical thinking and respond to the thinking of others.

I can use pictures, objects, equations, or words to represent mathematical thinking.

I can choose the best tool, such as estimation or creating a model, for solving mathematical problems.

I can use clear and specific language in mathematical discussions.

I can look for and make use of structures (e.g., recognize that if 12+3=15, then 3+12=15).

I can notice patterns in counting, such as counting by tens.

I can represent and solve problems involving addition and subtraction.

I can apply properties of operations of addition and subtraction [e.g., 4+2=2+4, (4+3)+7=4+(3+7), 3-0=3).

I can understand the relationship between addition and subtraction.

I can fluently and accurately add and subtract facts through 10.

I can use strategies to add and subtract within 20 (e.g., counting on, finding groups of 10).

I can figure out what a missing number is in an addition or subtraction problem.

Number & Operations in Base Ten

I can count up to 120 starting at any number under 120.

I can understand and use place value (tens, ones) to solve problems.

I can mentally find 10 more or less than any two-digit number.

SCIENCE:

Avery has completed the first 4 lessons in Real Science Odyssey: Chemistry. Avery had attended Eden Acre's for 8 weeks. Avery attends a nature based co-op twice a week. 

I can explain the basics of atoms, molecules, elements, and matter.

I can show my knowledge through science journals and completing lessons.

I can develop a sense of ownership and respect for nature through attending Eden Acre's and participating in nature studies.

I can learn about plant life-cycles at Eden Acre's.

I can learn how to use a microscope.

I can demonstrate my knowledge of the Earth’s construction, elements, weather, features, biomes, etc through a variety of craft projects, science experiments, attendance of Eden Acre’s, and completion of lessons in REAL Science Odyssey: Earth and Environment.

Scientific Practices

I can measure, observe, and collect data.

I can explain how scientists use different ways to study the world.

I can explore simple investigations by asking questions. 

I can tell you ways to get information (e.g., ask someone, use a book, make observations, conduct simple investigations, watch video).

With guidance, I can plan and conduct an investigation in collaboration with others.

Changing postive to negative charged balloons for science, and examining a dead frog we found on a walk with co-op.

SOCIAL SCIENCE:

Avery has completed up to chapter 8 in Story of the World Vol 3. He has attended Eden Acre's for 8 weeks where he practices his social skills and learns about others. Avery also attends a co-op twice a week where he interacts with other children and practices social skills, taking turns, and being respectful of others and the environment (we often visit animal refuges where we have to be conscious of rules). 

I can describe life in early modern times.

I can show competency of subject material through completion of projects, videos and pictures of myself demonstrating knowledge, and keeping a list of books that are read to me about topics.

I can attend Eden Acre's and see connections between my family and others.

I can attend Eden Acre's and learn about the function of community and social settings.

I can describe life in earn modern times.

I can discuss major historical events and moral dilemmas with the past. 

I can describe ways people celebrate their diverse cultural heritages in the community.

I can understand, affirm, respect, and celebrate the diversity of individuals, families, and school communities.

I can make connections between my family and other families.

I can identify songs and symbols commonly associated with the United States of America.

I can use terms related to time to place events that have occurred in sequential order, such as making a simple timeline of family events.

I can explain the use of different kinds of historical sources (photos, letters, documents) to study the past and ask questions about them.

Social Science Analysis

I can identify cause-and-effect relationships.

I can identify and explain a range of issues and problems and some ways that people are addressing them.

I can identify ways that kids can take informed action to help address issues and problems.

I can determine if a source is primary or secondary and distinguish whether it is mostly fact or opinion.

Painting Japanese advertisement flags for Sumo week and participating this week at co-op.

EXTRA CURRICULARS:

Avery has attended Eden Acre's for 8 weeks now. Avery has completed many art projects in line with our social studies program. Avery has attended our co-op twice a week to get outside and get moving, taking many nature walks and bike rides.

I can do nature based art projects at Eden Acre’s. 

I can do outdoor play in any weather at Eden Acre’s doing activities that improve my balance, coordination, and stamina.

I can complete art projects with my art supplies based on our social studies subjects. 

I can refine and complete works of art.

I can create art through appropriate use of tools and techniques.

I can respond and find meaning when viewing works of art.

I can demonstrate competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.

I can apply knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance.

I can demonstrate the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

I can apply age-appropriate health concepts.

I can participate in sports in a positive manner (e.g., sportsmanship, teamwork, follow rules)

Painting a fall themed picture (it is a pumpkin tree in the sunset), and hiking at the Fernhill Wetlands with co-op this week.