Grade 4 to 7 Learners
These systematic, structured programs equip students with grade-specific skills to master key writing forms, including informative, descriptive, narrative, and persuasive essays, as well as poetry. Guided novel studies engage students as thoughtful readers, enabling them to interpret, appreciate, and develop a love for high-quality, grade-appropriate literature.
Programs and Offerings
Deer
Grades 4 – 5
The Deer Program is a language arts program for students in Grades 4 and 5. It aims to strengthen students’ reading and writing skills through systematic, engaging lessons. Students will explore a variety of high-quality texts, learn to craft extended pieces of writing, and develop their public speaking skills. They will also expand their vocabulary, enhance their spoken fluency, and practice self- and peer-editing.
Upon completion of the Deer program, your child will:
- Craft Comprehensive Pieces: They’ll learn to construct extended pieces of writing, such as essays and narratives.
- Engage with Quality Texts: They’ll explore a variety of high-quality texts, including fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.
- Express Ideas Confidently: They’ll learn to communicate their ideas effectively and confidently, both verbally and in writing.
- Expand Vocabulary: They’ll develop a rich vocabulary, enhancing their ability to express themselves with precision and nuance.
- Enhance Presentation Skills: They’ll build spoken fluency and confidence through engaging in presentations.
- Develop Literary Analysis Skills: They’ll cultivate the ability to analyze and interpret literary texts.
- Practice Self and Peer-Editing: They’ll acquire self-editing and peer-editing skills, enabling them to review and revise their own writing.
Dove
Grades 6 – 7
The Dove Program is a language arts program for students in Grades 6 and 7. It nurtures students’ reading and writing strengths through structured, engaging lessons. Students will be guided in creating comprehensive long-form works, explore top-tier literary works, and articulate their thoughts persuasively and coherently. They will also significantly enhance their vocabulary, refine their presentation capabilities, and develop self-assessment and peer-feedback skills.
Upon completion of the Dove program, your child will:
- Develop Extended Writing Proficiency: They’ll learn to create comprehensive long-form works, including essays and narratives.
- Engage with Exceptional Texts: They’ll delve into a variety of top-tier literary works, including fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.
- Express Ideas Assertively: They’ll learn to communicate their ideas assertively and clearly, both in speech and writing.
- Deepen Vocabulary Knowledge: They’ll significantly enhance their vocabulary, enabling more precise and nuanced expression.
- Enhance Presentation Abilities: They’ll refine their presentation capabilities and bolster their spoken fluency.
- Refine Literary Critique: They’ll sharpen their ability to evaluate and interpret literary works.
- Develop Self and Peer-Review Skills: They’ll perfect their ability to critique and revise their own work and give beneficial feedback to peers.
Want to know more about our Grade 4 to 7 programs and want to know which level your child is in? Please contact us and we are happy to answer any questions you may have!