Saint Peter Academy

Reading/Religion:

Religion

Reading/Literature

"Blest Are We" is a developmental program based on Scripture and rooted in the teachings of the Catechism of the Church. The program emphasizes prayer in all forms from traditional to spontaneous, from music to meditation, from the spoken word and formal liturgical prayer to the psalms and prayers of the heart.

"Blest are We" provides a complete and comprehensive coverage of Doctrine, Scripture, Morality and Prayer, all taught in age-appropriate and proven ways. The end of each unit focuses on the development of personal and moral skills in a sensitive and constructive way consistent with our Gospel values and Christian life. This practical feature helps the faith and life emerge as one.

"Signatures" is a fully integrated reading and language arts program. The program is based on principles of effective reading and language arts instruction that emerge consistently from both research and practical experience. This series serves as a springboard for instruction in skills and strategies that will help students develop into fluent, lifelong readers and articulate, effective communicators.

Reading Street Literature is one that children love. The program encompasses Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Skills and Literary Elements.

Glencoe Lit. (Grades 7-8) transports the student into a world of magic, buried treasures and untold mysteries. Includes a variety of genres including short stories, drama, non-fiction, poetry. Emphasis is placed on plot, theme, characters, setting and figurative language.