What your child is learning

In Grade 5, your child learns to:

• use different ways to understand, such as drawing information from how a text is organized, and checking understanding by stating information in a different way

• show understanding by:
  • identifying main ideas and elements of a story
  • distinguishing between what is real and what is imaginary
  • giving opinions and asking and answering questions about what he or she have read
    
• communicate a variety of ideas as he or she participates in activities such as:
  • telling stories
  • group discussions to complete projects
  • writing to give directions, explain how to do something, present a topic or tell a story
  • revising and editing what he or she has written using various strategies

To find out more about what your child is learning, talk to their teacher. You may also refer to the Language Arts Practices: Orientation Guide for information regarding the program's guiding principles and recommended practices.

How your child is assessed

Your child’s progress in Français will be reported in three areas and may address the following questions:

• Comprehension (Reading, Listening, Viewing)
  Does your child identify the main story elements in a story, play or film?
  Does your child reread, question or state ideas in a different way to understand better?

Does your child make predictions about what he or she will hear or read?

• Communication (Writing, Speaking, Representing)
  How well does your child tell stories, express preferences, opinions and questions, and participate in group discussions?
  How does your child write, revise and edit a story or a short paragraph about a topic?
• Critical Thinking
  Does your child connect what he or she is learning with previous knowledge and experiences?
  Does your child explain responses to information and ideas?
  Does your child think about or change personal views or opinions based on views and opinions of peers or experts?

The information from each report helps you to support your child’s learning. You can use it to talk with your child and his or her teacher about results, strengths, challenges and what your child will be doing next.

Resources

Public Libary - Many French resources are available and can be delivered to the Public Library nearest you.

Idéllo - French quality educational and certified content for your children.

My learning at home - is one of the supports that you can use to enhance learning at home for your child's well-being and learning growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you mean by "viewing" and "representing"? Viewing: Viewing is when children get information and are exposed to ideas that are presented visually, for example in photographs, videos or drawings. Viewing involves understanding visual images and connecting them to accompanying spoken or written words. Representing: Representing is when children present information using a variety of media, such as charts, posters, diagrams, photographs, videos, drama and mime.

How can I help my child (even if I don’t speak French)? Talk with your child about school work. Even if you don’t know French, you can still be an interested and supportive listener. Help your child become familiar with your own traditions and stories. Read with your child in the language spoken at home – reading skills are transferred from one language to another. Set an example. Talk about what you have read in books, magazines, newspapers and on the Internet. Encourage your child to read for pleasure in French or in English. Show interest, ask questions, and have conversations about what your child is reading. Give your child opportunities to get to know Francophone culture, activities and events in your community, throughout Manitoba and beyond. Watch French programs or videos, listen to French CDs and visit French websites. Give your child access to French books for reading enjoyment and reference books such as visual dictionaries.