1.03 Integrate prior experiences and all sources of information in the text (graphophonic, syntactic, and semantic) when reading orally and silently.

1.04 Increase sight vocabulary, reading vocabulary, and writing vocabulary through:

• wide reading.

• word study.

• listening.

• discussion.

• book talks.

• book clubs.

• seminars.

• viewing.

• role play.

• studying author’s craft.

1.05 Use word reference materials (e.g., dictionary, glossary) to confirm decoding skills, verify spelling, and extend meanings of words.

1.06 Read independently daily from self-selected materials (consistent with the student’s independent reading level) to:

• increase fluency.

• build background knowledge.

• extend vocabulary.

COMPETENCY GOAL 3: The learner will make connections through the use of oral language, written language, and media and technology.

3.01 Respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama using interpretive, critical, and evaluative processes by:

• considering the differences among genres.

• relating plot, setting, and characters to own experiences and ideas.

• considering main character’s point of view.

• participating in creative interpretations.

• making inferences and drawing conclusions about characters and events.

• reflecting on learning, gaining new insights, and identifying areas for further study.

3.02 Identify and discuss similarities and differences in events and characters within and across selections and support them by referencing the text.

3.03 Use text and own experiences to verify facts, concepts, and ideas.

COMPETENCY GOAL 4:  The learner will apply strategies and skills to create oral, written, and visual texts.

4.01 Read aloud grade-appropriate text with fluency, comprehension, and expression.

4.02 Use oral and written language to:

• present information in a sequenced, logical manner.

• discuss.

• sustain conversation on a topic.

• share information and ideas.

• recount or narrate.

• answer open-ended questions.

• report information on a topic.

• explain own learning.

4.03 Share written and oral products in a variety of ways (e.g., author’s chair, book making, publications, discussions, presentations).

4.04 Use planning strategies (with assistance) to generate topics and to organize ideas (e.g., drawing, mapping, discussing, listing).

4.05 Identify (with assistance) the purpose, the audience, and the appropriate form for the oral or written task.

4.06 Compose a draft that conveys major ideas and maintains focus on the topic by using preliminary plans.

4.07 Compose a variety of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama selections using self-selected topics and forms (e.g., poems, simple narratives, short reports, learning logs, letters, notes, directions, instructions).

4.08 Focus reflection and revision (with assistance) on target elements by:

• clarifying ideas.

• adding descriptive words and phrases.

• sequencing events and ideas.

• combining short, related sentences.

• strengthening word choice.

4.09 Produce work that follows the conventions of particular genres (e.g., personal narrative, short report, friendly letter, directions and instructions).

4.10 Explore technology as a tool to create a written product