1.03 Identify key words and discover their meanings and relationships through a variety of strategies.
1.04 Increase
reading and writing vocabulary through:
· wide reading.
· word study.
· knowledge of homophones, synonyms, antonyms, homonyms.
· knowledge of multiple meanings of words.
· writing process elements.
writing as a tool for learning.
· seminars.
· book clubs.
· discussions.
· examining the author’s craft.
1.05 Use word reference materials (e.g., glossary, dictionary, thesaurus) to identify and comprehend unknown words
2.01 Use metacognitive
strategies to comprehend text and to clarify meaning of vocabulary (e.g.,
reread the text, consult other
sources, ask
for help, paraphrase, question).
2.02 Interact
with the text before, during, and after reading, listening, and viewing
by:
· setting a purpose using prior knowledge and text information.
· making predictions.
· formulating questions.
· locating relevant information.
· making connections with previous experiences, information, and
ideas.
2.04 Identify
and interpret elements of fiction and nonfiction and support by referencing
the text to determine the:
· plot.
· theme.
· main idea and supporting details.
· author’s choice of words
2.05 Make inferences, draw conclusions, make generalizations, and support by referencing the text
2.06 Summarize major points from fiction and nonfiction text(s) to clarify and retain information and ideas.
2.09 Listen
actively by:
· asking questions.
· paraphrasing what was said.
· interpreting speaker’s verbal and non-verbal messages.
· interpreting speaker’s purposes and/or intent.
3.01 Respond
to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama using interpretive, critical,
and evaluative processes by:
· analyzing the impact of authors’ word choice and context.
· examining the reasons for characters’ actions.
· identifying and examining characters’ motives.
· considering a situation or problem from different characters’
points of view.
3.02 Analyze characters, events, and plots from different selections and cite supporting evidence
4.04 Share self-selected texts from a variety of genres (e.g., poetry, letters, narratives, essays, presentations).
4.10 Use technology as a tool to gather, organize, and present information
5.06 Proofread
and correct most misspellings independently with reference to resources
(e.g., dictionaries, thesauri, glossaries,
computer spell-checks,
and other classroom sources).
5.09 Create
readable documents through legible handwriting and/or word processing.