5

th
Grade Bible Mrs. Tamel 2014/2015

Course Description
The fifth grade Bible course is designed to provide a basic introduction to the structure
and themes of the Word of God. As students journey through this fast-moving survey,
they will discover the truths and applications that God has provided in each book of the
Bible. Gods gracious work is clearfrom creation to the cross.

Teacher Information
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper
you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11

In Wisconsin and Georgia, I have had the privilege of working with Christ-centered
schools both as a classroom instructor and as an administrator. I am excited to be able to
step back into the classroom this school year at Cornerstone with the fifth grade
students.


Contact Information
Communication is key to a positive learning environment. Please contact me with any
questions or concerns. The best way to reach me is by email.

School e-mail address: ttamel@cornerstonecougars.net

Category Weights:
Major Category 70%
Journal Entries
Presentation
Projects
Tests
Minor Category: 30%
Participation
Daily Work
Quizzes
Grading Scale
Numerical Grades Letter Grades
90-100 A
80-89 B
74-79 C
70-73 D
Below 70 F
Incomplete I


Honor Pledge
At Cornerstone students are expected to honor their word. Every student writes an
Honor Pledge on each assessment to authenticate his/her work. The Honor Pledge reads
as follows, I pledge that I did not give or receive any unauthorized help on any part of
this assessment.


Homework Policy
While homework is an integral part of the instructional program, Bible class will have
minimal work outside of class time.


Late Assignments:
Assignments are to be turned in on time. The grade for any late assignment will drop a
minimum of ten points for each day that the assignment is late for up to three (3) days.
After the third day, the assignment will have a failing grade, but must still be completed
for mastery sake.


Make-up Work:
All work missed because of an absence must be made up to the satisfaction of the
teacher. Students are allowed the same number of days as they were absent to complete
the work due to an excused absence.
Students who miss school for an unexcused reason are to take any make-up tests on the
first day upon returning to school. Tests will not be administered in advance.

There will be an academic penalty against Middle School students who miss school for an
unexcused reason. Middle School students will receive a maximum of 80% of the earned
grade for missed work due to an unexcused absence.

ParentsWeb Grade Book
For most assessments, grades will be posted a maximum of one week from the
assignment turn in date. However, papers and major projects may take up to two weeks
to post.

Class Resources
Student Text: Route 66 and Bible

Students should be prepared with the following materials in class: textbook, agenda,
pencils, colored pens, and a highlighter.

Units
Unit One - How it All Began

Define and discuss biblical inspiration
List reasons for believing in the Bibles authority and developing a personal faith in
Gods Word
Trace the decline of mankind through the Fall, Flood, and Tower of Babel
Recognize the consequences of disobedience and trace Gods plan of salvation
Draw Israels family tree from Abraham to the twelve tribes
Describe how God used Joseph to fulfill promises to Abraham
Unit Two - Deliverance

Summarize Moses life and the events of the Exodus
Describe the Passover
Explain why God made Israel wander for forty years
Discuss the difference God makes in our decisions
Explain what God expected Israel to do with His law
Unit Three - The Promised Land

List three things that can be done to be strong and courageous like Joshua
Discuss the three memorials
Explain the cycle of Israels relationship to God
Identify at least six judges
Trace Ruths descendants to Jesus Christ
Show how Ruths salvation points to our salvation in Christ
Unit Four - The United Kingdom

Summarize the events of Samuels early life
Tell how Israel got its first king
Explain why God rejected Saul
Discuss the place of 1 and 2 Chronicles in the Old Testament
Describe Davids character
Define repentance and discuss David as an example
Unit Five - The Divided Kingdom

Explain how and why Israel divided
List the kings of each division
Discuss Gods power in Elijah and Elisha
Tell how idols caused Israel to fall
Identify elements of prayer (Hezekiah)
Identify elements of revival (Josiah)
Recognize Gods response when we repent and rely on Him alone
Unit Six - The Remnant Kingdom

Identify the remnant promise
Tell how the remnant promise is fulfilled
Discuss confession of sin
Identify Nehemiahs leadership characteristics
Recognize that God works His plan in our lives
Unit Seven - Poetry

Identify Jobs two tests
Summarize Jobs complaint and Gods answer
List six important themes of Psalms
List the benefits of wisdom
Recognize the priority of knowing God in understanding the meaning of life
Recognize the beauty and strength of love


Assignment Headings
Student assignments should always have appropriate headings, and should be formatted
as follows:

Student First Name and Last Name Joseph Smith
Teacher Name Mrs. Tamel
Grade and Subject 5
th
grade Bible
Date August 12, 2014