Curriculum

Into Literature

Into Literature immerses students in the power of words, stories, and ideas. It brings together fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama to build well-rounded readers and thinkers. Each text invites students to explore human experiences across cultures, time periods, and perspectives. Through novels and short stories, students develop empathy, inference, and narrative understanding. Poetry sharpens attention to language, rhythm, and the beauty of precise expression. Nonfiction texts build critical thinking, evidence analysis, and real-world awareness. Drama and scripts bring literature to life, encouraging voice, interpretation, and performance. Vocabulary and grammar instruction are woven naturally into every reading experience. Into Literature supports both independent reading growth and collaborative discussion skills. Students learn to ask deeper questions, support claims with evidence, and express original ideas. The program connects literary themes to students' own lives and the world around them. Into Literature prepares students to communicate confidently and think critically in every subject and beyond.

i-Ready Classroom Mathematics

i-Ready Classroom Mathematics builds deep understanding of numbers, operations, and mathematical reasoning. It goes beyond memorization to help students truly grasp the why behind every concept. Each lesson encourages students to think, discuss, and solve problems collaboratively. From arithmetic to algebra, the curriculum grows with students at every grade level. Visual models and real-world scenarios make abstract ideas concrete and accessible. Students develop number sense, critical thinking, and problem-solving strategies they can apply anywhere. Interactive discussions invite every learner to share thinking and learn from peers. The program balances conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application of skills. Data and measurement units connect math to science, finance, and everyday decision-making. Geometry lessons build spatial reasoning and logical thinking through hands-on exploration. i-Ready also personalizes learning by identifying each student's strengths and areas for growth. With i-Ready Classroom Mathematics, students build the confidence and skills to tackle any mathematical challenge.

Passport to Social Studies

The NYCDOE Passport to Social Studies is a comprehensive K–8 curriculum.It is developed by the New York City Department of Education.The curriculum aligns with the New York State Social Studies Framework.It promotes inquiry-based learning through essential questions and historical thinking.Students engage with primary and secondary sources to build critical thinking skills.The program focuses on civic responsibility, cultural awareness, and historical understanding.Each grade includes units with teacher guides, student workbooks, and assessments.Lessons are designed to be inclusive and reflective of diverse cultures and communities.It supports literacy integration with social studies content.Teachers are provided with professional development and instructional resources.The curriculum prepares students to become active, informed citizens.It fosters a deep understanding of history, geography, economics, and civics.

Amplify Science

Amplify Science is a research-based science curriculum for grades K–8.It was developed in partnership with the Lawrence Hall of Science at UC Berkeley.The program integrates hands-on activities, reading, writing, and digital simulations.Students take on the roles of scientists and engineers to solve real-world problems.It aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).Each unit is driven by a central question or phenomenon to spark curiosity.The curriculum encourages evidence-based reasoning and scientific argumentation.Digital tools and multimedia resources support interactive learning.Amplify Science promotes collaboration, inquiry, and critical thinking.It combines literacy and science to strengthen both domains.Teachers receive strong support through lesson plans and training materials.The program prepares students to think and work like real scientists.

Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy (KAPPA) VI

Into Literature

i-Ready Classroom Mathematics

Passport to Social Studies

Amplify Science

CONTACT INFORMATION

Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy (KAPPA) VI

8-21 Bay 25th St., Queens, NY 11691