English Language Arts (2007)
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English 1.) Exhibit phonemic awareness, including identifying and categorizing phonemes, Language orally blending phonemes into one-syllable words, segmenting one-syllable words Arts (2007) into phonemes, and rhyming. Grade(s): K Web 2 Links: Lesson 39 Plans: English 2.) Demonstrate letter-sound association, including matching letters to Language corresponding spoken sounds and blending letter sounds into one-syllable words, Arts (2007) using printed materials. Grade(s): K Web 1 Links: Examples: initial consonant sounds, final consonant sounds, medial short vowel sounds Lesson 43 Plans: English 3.) Identify upper- and lower-case letters. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Web 1 Links: Lesson 15 Plans: English 4.) Use words that describe and represent real-life objects and actions. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Example: using words that describe location, size, color, and shape Web 2 Links: A. Using a variety of emergent reading materials Lesson 60 Examples: picture books, predictable texts, decodable text, print in the environment Plans: B. Learning new words through stories and explicit instruction
C. Recognizing kindergarten high-frequency words in print
Examples: Dolch word lists, basal reader word lists
English 5.) Demonstrate listening comprehension of passages, including retelling stories Language and answering questions. Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Web A. Recalling information 2 Links: Examples: characters, settings, details, main ideas, beginning and ending of story Lesson 55 Plans: B. Making predictions to determine main idea or anticipate an ending C. Responding to stories, asking questions, discussing ideas, and relating events to daily life
D. Identifying correct sequence of events after listening to a story
English 6.) Identify various forms of narrative texts, including nursery rhymes, poetry, and Language stories. Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Web A. Naming characters and settings in books and stories 1 Links: B. Identifying the author and title of a text Lesson 39 Plans: English 7.) Recognize basic features of informational text. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Examples: pictures, photographs, captions, facts Web 1 Links: Lesson 9 Plans: English 8.) Use brainstorming, drawing, and discussion as elements of prewriting in the Language writing process. Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Web Examples: graphic organizers, storyboards, peer group discussions 2 Links: A. Drafting by stringing letters together to express thought Lesson 59 Plans: B. Revising group or modeled story
C. Using approximate spelling while editing
D. Publishing through reading or displaying work
E. Using basic punctuation
Examples: period, question mark, exclamation point
English 9.) Print upper- and lower-case letters using proper formation, spacing, and letter- Language line placement. Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Web A. Using correct hand position when holding writing instrument 0 Links: Lesson 11 Plans: English 10.) Use print and nonprint classroom, library, and real-world resources to acquire Language information. Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Web Examples: nonfiction books, videos, personal interviews, Web-based sources, 1 Links: environmental print Lesson 21 A. Identifying parts of a book Plans: B. Using simple charts, maps, and graphs to gain basic information
English 11.) Follow one- and two-part oral directions. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): K A. Responding to various types of literature read aloud Web 1 Links: Examples: drawing a picture, composing a song, participating in a discussion Lesson 37 B. Looking at the speaker without interrupting Plans: C. Listening for meaning in oral communication
English 12.) Select appropriate voice level when interacting with others. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): K Examples: whispering in the library, cheering loudly in the gym Web 1 Links: A. Using appropriate grammar and word choice for a specific audience Lesson 34 B. Reciting short poems, rhymes, songs, and stories with repeated patterns Plans: C. Demonstrating the ability to take turns in a conversation
D. Making connections to stories read aloud
Examples: text-to-self, text-to-text, text-to-world
English 1.) Demonstrate phonemic awareness, including isolating, deleting, and adding Language phonemes; using onsets and rimes; and identifying initial, medial, and final Arts (2007) sounds in one-syllable words. Grade(s): 1 Web 3 Links: A. Blending phonemes to produce sounds Lesson 42 Plans: English 2.) Utilize predictable letter-sound relationships to decode printed words, Language including words with consonant blends that require blending 3-4 phonemes into a Arts (2007) whole word. Grade(s): 1 Web 2 Links: A. Blending sounds to form words Lesson B. Identifying sound-spelling relationships of consonants and vowels 45 Plans: C. Segmenting printed words into phonemes
English 3.) Demonstrate vocabulary skills, including sorting words into categories and Language deriving word meaning from context within sentences and paragraphs. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Web Examples: categories--synonyms, antonyms, homonyms 2 Links: A. Using new words from reading when writing and speaking Lesson 42 Plans: B. Recognizing words in the environment
C. Asking questions for clarification
D. Spelling correctly sight words and single-syllable, phonetically regular words
English 4.) Read with comprehension a variety of first-grade narrative and informational Language texts, including recalling information and retelling a story with beginning, middle, Arts (2007) and end. Grade(s): 1 Web 3 Links: A. Recognizing cues provided by print Lesson 95 B. Making predictions from text clues Plans: C. Stating main ideas about a topic in informational text
D. Connecting events in a story to specific life experiences
E. Monitoring comprehension during reading
F. Drawing simple conclusions
English 5.) Read with fluency simple passages containing simple sentences. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 A. Reading 40-60 words per minute Web 1 Links: B. Recognizing first-grade high frequency words by sight Lesson 24 Examples: Dolch word lists, basal reader word lists Plans: C. Attending to end punctuation in phrasing
English 6.) Recognize a variety of narrative text forms, including fairy tales, adventure Language stories, and poetry. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Web A. Identifying characters, settings, problems, and solutions in a variety of texts 1 Links: Lesson B. Comparing story elements through text-to-text connections 8 Plans: English 7.) Use the basic features of informational text to distinguish fact from fiction. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Examples: captions, headings, table of contents Web 0 Links: Lesson 2 Plans: English 8.) Use complete sentences to address a topic or tell a story. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 A. Using graphic organizers to outline content Web 2 Links: B. Rereading to make revisions Lesson 75 C. Editing for spelling, punctuation, and capitalization Plans: D. Publishing final draft
E. Using descriptive, narrative, and expository modes of writing
F. Writing simple poems addressing a topic
English 9.) Use periods at the end of sentences and capitalization at the beginning of Language sentences and with the pronoun I. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Web A. Using question marks at the end of asking sentences 0 Links: Lesson 50 Plans: English 10.) Use a word that names a person, place, thing, or animal as the subject of a Language sentence. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Web A. Using verbs to show action 0 Links: B. Using adjectives to describe Lesson 1 Plans: C. Identifying singular and plural nouns
English 11.) Exhibit proper letter formation, spacing, and letter-line placement in words Language and sentences. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Web 1 Links: Lesson 18 Plans: English 12.) Collect information from print and nonprint resources to investigate a Language teacher- or student-selected topic. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Web Examples: nonfiction books, videos, resource persons, interviews, Web-based 0 Links: sources, dictionaries Lesson 90 A. Generating oral and written questions to gather information Plans: B. Using parts of a book to locate information
C. Using alphabetical order to the first letter to access information
D. Interpreting information from simple charts, maps, graphs, and directions
English 13.) Listen for meaning in conversations and discussions, including looking at the Language speaker without interrupting. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 Web A. Following two- and three-part oral directions 0 Links: B. Making connections to literature read aloud Lesson 59 Plans: Examples: text-to-text, text-to-self, text-to-world
English 14.) Use appropriate intonation when speaking and interacting with others. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 1 A. Using grammar and word choice appropriate for a specific audience Web 1 Links: B. Reciting poems, rhymes, songs, and stories Lesson 57 C. Demonstrating the ability to take turns in a conversation Plans: D. Expanding vocabulary reflective of a growing range of interests and knowledge
E. Using pictures, objects, music, and computer resources to present information
F. Using the writing process to prepare oral presentations
English 1.) Demonstrate phonological skills, including manipulating sounds and words of Language the English language and identifying syllables in two- and three-syllable words. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Web 3 Links: Lesson 14 Plans: English 2.) Apply phonetic strategies to decode unfamiliar and multisyllable words using Language graphophonemic clues and letter-sound correspondences, including diphthongs and Arts (2007) digraphs. Grade(s): 2 Web 2 Links: A. Correcting word-recognition errors Lesson 9 Examples: substituting, deleting, omitting Plans: B. Reading phonetically regular and irregular two-syllable words
Examples:
- regular--table, mitten
- irregular--baby, city
English 3.) Exhibit vocabulary skills, including explaining simple common antonyms and Language synonyms and using descriptive words. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Web Examples: simple common antonyms--up - down, in - out, above - below 5 Links: A. Responding to questions Lesson 10 Plans: B. Using semantic cues to achieve meaning
C. Recognizing words in the environment
D. Using new words from independent reading of stories and texts
E. Recognizing possessive forms
F. Using correct spelling, including spelling of sight words, spelling of unfamiliar words using phonetic strategies, and checking spelling with a dictionary
G. Identifying multiple-meaning words
English 4.) Demonstrate comprehension of second-grade reading materials across the Language curriculum, including drawing simple conclusions, classifying ideas and things, Arts (2007) identifying sequence, and retelling directions and information from informational Grade(s): 2 and functional reading materials. Web 3 Links: Examples: functional materials--maps, simple tables, atlases, encyclopedias Lesson 77 Plans: A. Relating events and ideas to specific life experiences B. Answering what if, why, and how questions
C. Identifying characters
English 5.) Read with fluency passages containing complex sentences. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Example: sentences with phrases and clauses Web 1 Links: A. Reading 90-100 words per minute Lesson 37 B. Recognizing second-grade high-frequency words Plans: Examples: Dolch word lists, basal reader word lists
C. Using punctuation to help phrase
D. Making self-corrections
E. Reading with expression
English 6.) Differentiate among folktales, tall tales, fables, realistic fiction, and other Language narrative texts. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Web A. Recognizing the author's purpose or intent in a variety of texts 1 Links: B. Inferring the main idea and supporting details in narrative texts Lesson 5 Plans: C. Summarizing the plot and characters' actions and motivations in narrative texts
D. Recognizing morals and lessons in narrative texts
English 7.) Explain how authors use text features to identify key and supporting ideas in Language informational texts. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Web Examples: boldface, maps, charts, diagrams 0 Links: Lesson 0 Plans: English 8.) Organize sentences into a paragraph to address a topic or tell a story. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 A. Sorting information using graphic organizers Web 2 Links: B. Generating a topic sentence and a concluding sentence in a paragraph Lesson 95 C. Drafting a written piece, including an introductory paragraph and a concluding Plans: paragraph D. Editing for spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence variety
E. Publishing final draft
F. Using descriptive, narrative, and expository modes of writing
G. Writing free verse poetry to express ideas
English 9.) Demonstrate correct use of question marks and capitalization of names, months, Language days of the week, and holidays in written expression. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Web A. Using abbreviations, apostrophes in contractions, and apostrophes in possessives 0 Links: in writing Lesson 49 B. Using commas in writing Plans: Examples: dates, friendly letter greetings, physical address, items in a series
C. Using exclamation points at the end of sentences to show emotion in writing
English 10.) Use concrete nouns and action verbs in written communication. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Examples: Web 0 Links: - concrete nouns--teacher, beach, desk, dog Lesson 30 - action verbs--run, eat Plans: A. Describing nouns using adjectives in writing
B. Substituting nouns with pronouns in writing
C. Using singular and plural nouns in writing
English 11.) Write words and sentences legibly with proper spacing in manuscript. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 A. Forming upper- and lower-case letters in cursive Web 0 Links: Lesson 14 Plans: English 12.) Utilize research skills to collect and record information on a specific topic. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 A. Listing key concepts from texts Web 0 Links: B. Locating boldface and italicized words to identify essential information Lesson 40 Plans: C. Using captions, illustrations, and photographs to extend meaning of written text
English 13.) Locate information in reference material using alphabetical order. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Examples: dictionary, textbook, nonfiction book Web 0 Links: A. Generating oral and written questions before, during, and after research Lesson 28 B. Using table of contents, glossary, and index to locate information Plans: C. Reporting on a specific topic with facts and details
English 14.) Respond to various types of literature read aloud. Language Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 A. Focusing attention on a speaker without interrupting Web 0 Links: B. Following multistep oral directions Lesson 42 C. Interpreting presented information Plans:
English 15.) Select appropriate voice tone, gestures, and facial expression to enhance Language meaning. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 2 Web A. Using active listening skills 0 Links: Example: "Stop, Look, and Listen" technique Lesson 45 Plans: B. Retelling stories and events in logical order
C. Remaining on topic when speaking
D. Using visual aids, props, and technology in oral presentations
Examples: poster, puppet, slideshow
E. Using appropriate grammar and word choice in oral presentations and in conversations
English Language 1.) Apply advanced phonetic analysis to multiple-syllable words, including Arts (2007) consonants, short vowels, blends, long vowel markers, and r-controlled Grade(s): 3 vowels. Web Links: 2 Lesson Plans: 6 English Language 2.) Demonstrate reading vocabulary knowledge of compound words. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 4 A. Using structural analysis to develop meaning Lesson 35 Examples: prefixes, suffixes, root words Plans: B. Drawing semantic maps
C. Recognizing new synonyms and antonyms
D. Spelling correctly compound words, phonetically regular words, contractions, and possessives, including using dictionary to check spelling
English Language 3.) Use a wide range of strategies, including using context clues and predicting Arts (2007) outcomes, to comprehend third-grade recreational reading materials in a Grade(s): 3 variety of genres. Web Links: 3 Lesson 140 Examples: stories, trade books, poems Plans: A. Reading fluently 110-120 words per minute
B. Identifying literary elements and devices
Examples: characters, similes
C. Determining sequence of events
D. Distinguishing fiction from nonfiction
E. Using sentence structure to assist in comprehension
F. Drawing conclusions to determine authors' intent
G. Using self-monitoring for text understanding, including rereading and adjusting rate and speed of reading
H. Using vocabulary knowledge to construct meaning
I. Relating main ideas to prior knowledge and specific life experiences
J. Previewing and predicting to anticipate content
K. Utilizing text features to gain meaning
L. Using prior knowledge and experience
English Language 4.) Use a wide range of strategies and skills, including retelling information, Arts (2007) using context clues, and making inferences to identify main idea, to Grade(s): 3 comprehend third-grade informational and functional reading materials. Web Links: 2 Lesson 76 Plans: A. Using sentence structure to assist in comprehension B. Distinguishing main idea from details
C. Summarizing passages to demonstrate understanding
D. Utilizing text features to gain meaning
Examples: titles, headings, glossary, boldface, index, table of contents, maps, charts, tables
E. Using vocabulary knowledge to enhance comprehension
F. Using self-monitoring for text understanding
G. Following simple written directions
H. Ordering by importance or chronology
English Language 5.) Compare poetry, folktales, and fables in respect to their genre Arts (2007) characteristics. Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 0 Lesson 29 Plans:
English Language 6.) Recognize linguistic and cultural similarities and differences in Arts (2007) multicultural literature. Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 0 Examples: regional dialects, clothing, food, games Lesson 17 Plans:
English Language 7.) Compare fictional characters and events to real-life experiences. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 0 Example: relating hardships faced by early settlers in literature to hardships faced by families today Lesson 24 Plans:
English Language 8.) Use text features to guide interpretation of expository texts, including Arts (2007) italics, headings, maps, and charts. Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson 27 Plans: - social studies--locating physical features on a map
- science--interpreting weather data from charts and tables
A. Interpreting the author's purpose or intent in a given text
English Language 9.) Compose narrative texts using an introductory paragraph, specific time Arts (2007) frames, clear sequencing of events, and a conclusion. Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 2 A. Determining purpose and audience prior to writing Lesson 113 Plans: Examples:
- purpose--writer addresses topic in correct mode
- audience--writer uses appropriate tone
B. Demonstrating clarity and organization in a composition
C. Composing descriptive texts using sensory details and vivid language
D. Composing expository texts using appropriate sequencing of ideas or steps in a process
E. Using complete sentences, varied sentence structure, and appropriate transition words in a composition
F. Demonstrating the process of prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing
G. Using graphic organizers during prewriting
H. Using figurative language to enhance written text
Examples: simile, onomatopoeia, metaphor, alliteration
I. Utilizing precise vocabulary in written presentations
Examples: gorgeous instead of pretty, prosperous instead of rich
J. Demonstrating correct spelling in final written text
K. Responding in writing to open-ended questions
L. Utilizing bullets to organize major details and ideas to support a topic
M. Demonstrating the ability to write legibly in cursive
English Language 10.) Apply mechanics in writing, including capitalization of proper nouns and Arts (2007) titles of people and appropriate end marks, abbreviations, and commas with Grade(s): 3 dates. Web Links: 1 Lesson 67 A. Identifying friendly letter parts and related punctuation marks Plans: B. Using apostrophes with contractions and possessives
C. Underlining or italicizing book titles
D. Using commas to separate items in a series, in a physical address, and before the conjunction in a compound sentence
English Language 11.) Recognize nouns, verbs, pronouns, conjunctions, and adjectives in written Arts (2007) texts. Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 0 A. Demonstrating use of nouns, verbs, pronouns, conjunctions, adjectives, and Lesson 23 verb tenses in writing Plans: B. Demonstrating use of subject-verb agreement in writing
C. Demonstrating use of forms of adjectives in writing
English Language 12.) Demonstrate retrieval skills needed to research a topic. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 0 A. Formulating questions based on a topic Lesson 86 B. Using appropriate reference materials Plans: Examples: dictionaries, atlases, almanacs, thesauruses, technology resources, news and feature articles
C. Evaluating relevant information gained through research
D. Recognizing text features, including italics, captions, sidebars, photographs, and illustrations
English Language 13.) Demonstrate the ability to follow multistep oral directions. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 0 Lesson 15 Plans:
English Language 14.) Demonstrate eye contact, articulation, and appropriate voice intonation Arts (2007) with oral narrative presentations. Grade(s): 3 Web Links: 1 Lesson A. Using dramatizations with oral descriptive presentations 44 Plans: B. Using figurative language to enhance oral communication
Examples: simile, onomatopoeia, metaphor, alliteration
C. Utilizing precise vocabulary in oral presentations
Examples: exceptional instead of good, brilliant instead of smart
English Language 1.) Demonstrate word recognition skills, including structural analysis. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 2 Example: structural analysis--prefixes, suffixes, root words Lesson Plans: 4 A. Producing common word parts
B. Reading multisyllable words
C. Reading compound words, contractions, possessives, and inflectional endings
English Language 2.) Demonstrate reading vocabulary knowledge, including recognition of a Arts (2007) variety of synonyms and antonyms. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 2 A. Using context clues Lesson 21 Plans: B. Reading multiple-meaning words
C. Increasing number of sight words
English Language 3.) Use a wide range of strategies, including distinguishing fiction from Arts (2007) nonfiction and making inferences, to comprehend fourth-grade recreational Grade(s): 4 reading materials in a variety of genres. Web Links: 3 Lesson 117 Examples: novels, short stories, poetry, trade books Plans: A. Skimming passages to get significance of passage
B. Summarizing passages to restate information
C. Comparing and contrasting to extend meaning
D. Using knowledge of sentence structure and context to enhance comprehension
E. Using self-monitoring for text understanding, including rereading and adjusting rate and speed of reading F. Using vocabulary knowledge to enhance comprehension
G. Reading fluently with expression and attention to punctuation
H. Drawing conclusions to determine content not directly stated
I. Asking and answering questions
J. Relating events, ideas, and characters to prior knowledge and specific life experiences
English Language 4.) Identify literary elements and devices, including characters, important Arts (2007) details, and similes, in recreational reading materials and details in Grade(s): 4 informational reading materials. Web Links: 0 Lesson 57 A. Identifying main idea Plans: B. Identifying author's purpose
English Language 5.) Use a wide range of strategies and skills, including using sentence Arts (2007) structure, locating information, and distinguishing fact from fiction, to Grade(s): 4 comprehend fourth-grade informational and functional reading materials. Web Links: 3 Lesson 78 A. Determining sequence of events in informational and functional text Plans: B. Distinguishing fact from opinion in informational text
C. Summarizing passages to demonstrate understanding
D. Comparing and contrasting to extend meaning
E. Using self-monitoring for text understanding, including rereading and adjusting rate and speed of reading
F. Using text features to gain meaning
Examples: titles, headings, glossary, boldface, index, table of contents, tables, charts, graphs
G. Previewing to anticipate content
H. Using note-taking skills, including highlighting and outlining
I. Detecting obvious bias in informational text
J. Recognizing persuasive techniques in informational text
Examples: bandwagon, snob appeal English Language 6.) Compare the genre characteristics of tall tales, fantasy, myths, and legends, Arts (2007) including multicultural literature. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 9
English Language 7.) Compare story elements and the experiences and feelings of literary Arts (2007) characters to students' lives. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 0 A. Describing how events, settings, and characterization encountered in Lesson 14 written text influence the thinking of the reader Plans: B. Identifying author's craft and technique for relaying intended message
Examples: dialogue, exaggeration, alliteration, imagery, parallel structure, logical arguments
English Language 8.) Compose descriptive texts using an introductory paragraph, sensory details, Arts (2007) vivid language, and a conclusion. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 2 A. Determining purpose and audience prior to writing Lesson 99 Plans: Examples:
- purpose--writer addresses topic in correct mode
- audience--writer uses appropriate tone and language
B. Demonstrating clarity and organization in a composition
C. Composing expository texts using a main idea with three supporting details
D. Composing narrative texts using a definite time frame, selected tone, and a clear sequence of events
Examples: selected tone--sarcastic, angry, humorous, respectful
E. Writing complex sentences to vary sentence structure
F. Correcting sentence fragments and run-on sentences in writing
G. Demonstrating the process of prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing
H. Demonstrating usage of graphic organizers during prewriting
I. Spelling correctly in final written texts J. Bulleting major ideas during prewriting
K. Utilizing figurative language to enhance written communication
Examples: simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia, personification
English Language 9.) Respond in writing to open-ended questions. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 0 A. Utilizing bullets to organize major details and ideas to support a topic Lesson Plans: 3
English Language 10.) Apply mechanics in writing, including capitalization of business and Arts (2007) friendly letter parts and envelope addresses and use of punctuation, including Grade(s): 4 apostrophe with contractions; underlining or italicizing of book titles; and Web Links: 2 commas to separate items in a series and in a physical address. Lesson 78 Plans: A. Capitalizing proper adjectives and the first word in direct quotations
B. Applying correct punctuation in a direct quotation, including quotation marks, commas, and end marks
C. Using commas correctly in a compound sentence
D. Using apostrophes with possessives
E. Writing sentences without the use of double negatives
English Language 11.) Demonstrate knowledge of subject-verb agreement with simple subjects Arts (2007) and correct usage of regular and irregular verb forms. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson 13 Plans: - subject-verb agreement--she walks, they walk
- regular verb form--like, liked, liked
- irregular verb form--draw, drew, drawn
A. Differentiating among helping, linking, and action verbs
B. Demonstrating correct use of nouns, pronouns, conjunctions, adjectives, and adverbs
English Language 12.) Organize information on a specific topic obtained from grade-appropriate Arts (2007) reference materials. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 0 Lesson 85 Plans: Examples: dictionaries, online resources, thesauruses, atlases, news and feature articles
A. Formulating research questions
B. Using paraphrasing to convey ideas from resources
C. Using note-taking skills to gather information
English Language 13.) Demonstrate eye contact, articulation, and appropriate voice intonation Arts (2007) with descriptive presentations. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 1 A. Using demonstrations with oral expository presentations Lesson 39 Plans: B. Using figurative language to enhance oral communication
Examples: simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia, personification
C. Utilizing precise vocabulary in oral presentations
Examples: leap instead of jump, miniature instead of little
English Language 14.) Identify strategies of a skillful listener, including attending to the listening Arts (2007) task and assigning meaning to the message. Grade(s): 4 Web Links: 0 Lesson 15 Plans:
English Language 1.) Demonstrate reading vocabulary knowledge, including recognition of Arts (2007) multiple-meaning words. Grade(s): 5 Web Links: 2 A. Identifying word "chunks" or parts Lesson 10 Plans: Example: mark, remark, or able in remarkable
B. Recognizing inflected endings
Examples: ed, ing
C. Identifying possessives and contractions
English Language 2.) Use a range of strategies, including drawing conclusions such as opinions Arts (2007) about characters based on their actions and summarizing passages, to Grade(s): 5 comprehend fifth-grade recreational reading materials in a variety of genres. Web Links: 3 Lesson 83 Plans: A. Determining sequence of events in recreational reading materials B. Comparing and contrasting to extend meaning
C. Distinguishing fiction and nonfiction
D. Using sentence structure and context to determine meaning
E. Using prior knowledge and experience to interpret meaning
F. Skimming passages to obtain primary message
G. Inferring motive of characters
English Language 3.) Recognize the use and effect of literary elements and devices, including Arts (2007) setting, character traits, stated purpose, metaphors, and simple symbolism to Grade(s): 5 gain information from various text formats, including tables and charts. Web Links: 0 Lesson 35 A. Recognizing persuasive techniques Plans: B. Identifying main idea and supporting details
C. Recognizing use of personification
D. Identifying implied purpose
English Language 4.) Use a wide range of strategies and skills, including using text features to Arts (2007) gain meaning, summarizing passages, and drawing conclusions, to Grade(s): 5 comprehend fifth-grade informational and functional reading materials. Web Links: 3 Lesson 68 A. Determining sequence of events Plans: B. Determining cause and effect
C. Distinguishing fact from opinion
D. Using previewing and predicting skills to determine content
E. Using sentence structure and context to determine word meaning
F. Using prior knowledge and experience to interpret meaning
G. Using self-monitoring for text understanding
Examples: rereading, accessing prior knowledge and experiences
H. Using expanded vocabulary to determine word meaning I. Recognizing persuasive techniques
J. Skimming passages to get significance of passage
K. Using reference materials
English Language 5.) Compare the genre characteristics of autobiographies, biographies, and Arts (2007) historical fiction, including multicultural literature. Grade(s): 5 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 3
English Language 6.) Use text features, including indexes, tables, and appendixes, to guide Arts (2007) interpretation of expository texts. Grade(s): 5 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson Plans: 2 - social studies--interpreting a table comparing native American cultures
- science--interpreting a table using everyday indicators that identify common acids and bases
English Language 7.) Compose expository texts using an introductory paragraph that includes a Arts (2007) main idea; supporting paragraphs with a minimum of three reasons, Grade(s): 5 explanations, or steps in a process; and a conclusion. Web Links: 3 Lesson 73 A. Determining purpose and audience prior to writing Plans: Examples:
- purpose--writer addresses topic in correct mode
- audience--writer uses appropriate tone
B. Demonstrating clarity and organization in a composition
C. Using appropriate transition words in a composition
D. Using appropriate prewriting strategies
Examples: brainstorming, using graphic organizers
A. Composing persuasive texts, including a minimum of three reasons that support a stance or position
B. Composing narrative texts using a definite time frame, a clear sequence of events, and a selected tone Examples: selected tone--sarcastic, humorous, respectful
C. Composing descriptive texts using an introductory paragraph, sensory details, vivid language, and a conclusion
English Language 8.) Express meaning through writing varied sentence structure, detailed Arts (2007) paragraphs, and multi-paragraph compositions in an organized manner. Grade(s): 5 Web Links: 1 A. Editing writing for clarity of thought Lesson 11 Plans: B. Correcting awkward sentence construction, redundancy, fragments, and run-ons in written presentations
C. Utilizing precise vocabulary in oral and written presentations
Examples: sauntered instead of walked, scurried instead of ran
D. Bulleting major details and ideas to support a topic or subject
E. Responding in writing to open-ended questions
English Language 9.) Apply mechanics in writing, including capitalization of first word in a Arts (2007) direct quotation and use of punctuation, including quotation marks and comma Grade(s): 5 with direct quotations, colon to introduce a list, and commas after introductory Web Links: 1 words, with a noun of direct address, and in a compound sentence. Lesson 75 Plans: A. Using quotation marks with titles of short stories and poems
B. Capitalizing proper adjectives, titles of books, and works of art
C. Using apostrophes with possessives
English Language 10.) Demonstrate knowledge of grammar and usage concepts, including Arts (2007) subject-verb agreement with a compound subject; present, past, and future Grade(s): 5 verb tenses; forms of adjectives; forms of nouns; and subject, object, and Web Links: 1 possessive pronouns. Lesson 61 Plans: A. Writing sentences without the use of double negatives
B. Identifying homonyms, homophones, and homographs
Examples:
- homonym--as in a bat and a ball, a bat in a cave
- homophone--as in a bear in a forest, a bare spot in the lawn - homograph--as in a bass in a lake, a bass singing voice
C. Using irregular verbs in writing
D. Using adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions, nouns, and verbs in writing
E. Demonstrating correct use of prepositions and interjections
English Language 11.) Use search strategies in the research process to identify reliable current Arts (2007) resources and computer technology to locate information. Grade(s): 5 Web Links: 0 Lesson 74 Plans:
English Language 12.) Demonstrate eye contact, articulation, and appropriate voice intonation Arts (2007) with expository presentations. Grade(s): 5 Web Links: 0 A. Using dramatizations with oral persuasive presentations Lesson 31 Plans: Examples: role play, Reader's Theater
B. Using figurative language found in literature to enhance oral communication
Examples: personification, idiom, metaphor, simile, hyperbole, onomatopoeia, alliteration, symbolism
English Language 13.) Apply strategies of a skillful listener, including maintaining eye contact, Arts (2007) attending to the listening task, and assigning meaning to the message. Grade(s): 5 Web Links: 0 Lesson 13 Plans:
English Language 1.) Apply strategies, including making complex predictions, interpreting Arts (2007) characters' behaviors, and comparing and contrasting, to comprehend sixth- Grade(s): 6 grade recreational reading materials. Web Links: 1 Lesson 53 Examples: complex predictions--order of events, potential conflicts Plans: A. Identifying supporting details
B. Using context clues to determine meaning
C. Identifying sequence of events D. Making generalizations from text information
English Language 2.) Interpret literary elements and devices, including implied main idea, Arts (2007) conflict, and personification. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 0 A. Identifying the climax Lesson 27 Plans:
English Language 3.) Apply strategies that include making complex predictions, identifying the Arts (2007) likely source of a text, and comparing to comprehend sixth-grade Grade(s): 6 informational and functional reading materials. Web Links: 0 Lesson 38 Examples: complex predictions--results of actions, expected learning from a Plans: chapter or unit
A. Drawing conclusions to extend meaning
B. Making generalizations
C. Using context clues to determine meaning
D. Identifying sequence of events
E. Previewing text features before reading
Example: headings
English Language 4.) Recognize the use of text elements, including implied main idea, explicit Arts (2007) cause-effect relationships, and persuasive techniques, in sixth-grade Grade(s): 6 informational and functional reading materials. Web Links: 1 Lesson 10 A. Identifying details related to main idea Plans:
English Language 5.) Analyze short stories, novels, plays, myths, and nonfiction materials for Arts (2007) distinguishing characteristics. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 0 A. Identifying odes, ballads, epic poetry, and science fiction Lesson Plans: 8 B. Identifying figurative language in various literature selections
English Language 6.) Identify the author's purpose as entertainment, information, or persuasion in Arts (2007) selected works. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 5
English Language 7.) Identify examples of literary selections that illustrate linguistic and cultural Arts (2007) diversity. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 0 Examples: The Keeping Quilt, The Watsons Go to Birmingham, Red Scarf Lesson Plans: 1 Girl, Habibi, Romiette and Julio
English Language 8.) Compose in persuasive mode for a specific purpose and audience, Arts (2007) including clearly stated opinions with supporting details and reasons or Grade(s): 6 examples to influence thought or action. Web Links: 3 Lesson 30 A. Using the steps of the writing process, including prewriting, drafting, Plans: revising, editing, and publishing in all forms of written composition
B. Demonstrating use of graphic organizers for prewriting and drafting
Examples: outlines, Venn diagrams, semantic webs, storyboards
C. Organizing content of paragraphs and other written compositions, including topic sentences, supporting sentences, and concluding sentences with varied sentence structure
D. Using transitional words or phrases to help create coherence in compositions
E. Using tone appropriate to the topic, purpose, and audience
English Language 9.) Utilize vocabulary and spelling skills, including using homonyms, Arts (2007) synonyms, and antonyms in writing. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 4 Lesson 24 Plans:
English Language 10.) Use punctuation correctly in writing, including apostrophes to show Arts (2007) possession and semicolons joining two independent clauses. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 3 A. Punctuating titles with quotation marks, underlining, and italics in writing Lesson 33 Plans: B. Using semicolons, conjunctive adverbs, and commas to join two independent clauses or to correct run-on sentences in writing
C. Using commas to set off nonessential appositives in writing D. Identifying comma splice errors in writing
English Language 11.) Apply the rules governing capitalization of proper adjectives, map Arts (2007) directions and regions of the country, seasons, titles, words showing family Grade(s): 6 relationships, subjects and courses, and divided quotations. Web Links: 2 Lesson 26 Plans: English Language 12.) Apply grammar conventions in writing with consistent verb tense; Arts (2007) nominative, objective, and possessive pronouns; and subject-verb agreement Grade(s): 6 when interrupted by a prepositional phrase. Web Links: 1 Lesson 27 Plans: English Language 13.) Utilize resource materials for supporting evidence in compositions. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 1 Lesson 22 Plans:
English Language 14.) Use organizing and paraphrasing in the research process. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 1 A. Taking notes to gather and summarize information Lesson 40 B. Determining details through questioning Plans:
English Language 15.) Recognize speech forms including dialects and idioms. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson Plans: 0 - dialects--Appalachian, Gullah
- idioms--"raining cats and dogs," "in hot water"
English Language 16.) Demonstrate eye contact, articulation, and appropriate voice intonation Arts (2007) with persuasive presentations. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 0 Lesson 14 Plans:
English Language 17.) Use listening skills for remembering significant details, directions, and Arts (2007) sequences. Grade(s): 6 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 5 A. Summarizing messages for content and purpose
B. Practicing note-taking skills to gather and summarize information
C. Paraphrasing spoken messages to summarize or clarify
D. Recognizing propaganda as an art of persuasion in evaluating content and purpose
English Language 1.) Apply strategies appropriate to the type of reading material, including Arts (2007) setting purposes for reading and making generalizations, to comprehend Grade(s): 7 seventh-grade recreational reading materials. Web Links: 0 Lesson 89 A. Distinguishing factual from fictional materials Plans: B. Determining sequence of events
C. Using specific context clues to determine meaning of unfamiliar words
D. Applying self-monitoring strategies for text understanding
E. Drawing conclusions to interpret unstated intent
F. Analyzing predictions, including confirming and refuting
English Language 2.) Relate literary elements and devices to each other, including main idea and Arts (2007) supporting details, climax, point of view, and imagery. Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 A. Determining mood Lesson 30 Plans: B. Recognizing use of flashback
English Language 3.) Distinguish among the major genres, including poetry, short stories, novels, Arts (2007) plays, biographies, and autobiographies, and subgenres, such as folktales, Grade(s): 7 myths, parables, fables, and science fiction, based on their characteristics. Web Links: 0 Lesson 49 Plans:
English Language 4.) Apply strategies that include setting purposes for reading, distinguishing Arts (2007) fact from opinion, making generalizations, and reviewing to comprehend Grade(s): 7 informational and functional reading materials. Web Links: 0 Lesson 57 A. Determining sequence of events to enhance text understanding Plans: B. Using specific context clues to determine meaning of unfamiliar words
C. Applying self-monitoring strategies for text understanding
D. Drawing conclusions to determine unstated intent
English Language 5.) Recognize the use of textual elements, including main idea and supporting Arts (2007) details, to gain information from various text formats, including graphs. Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 Lesson 17 Plans:
English Language 6.) Analyze nonfiction, science fiction, mystery or suspense, fantasy, and Arts (2007) adventure for distinguishing characteristics. Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 A. Classifying plot elements as exposition or hook, conflict, rising action, Lesson 17 climax, falling action, or resolution Plans:
English Language 7.) Interpret the author's message in various literary, informational, and Arts (2007) functional texts. Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson 44 Plans: - literary text--nonfiction, science fiction, suspense, fantasy, adventure
- informational and functional text--laws, directions, newspapers, advertisements, Internet sources, pamphlets
A.Comparing various types of informational and functional texts
English Language 8.) Compare selections of culturally diverse literature and their characteristics. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 Examples: Native American, Hispanic, African American, Indian, European, Asian, Middle Eastern Lesson 32 Plans: English Language 9.) Compose in descriptive, narrative, expository, and persuasive modes with a Arts (2007) thesis sentence and introductory, supporting, and concluding paragraphs when Grade(s): 7 appropriate. Web Links: 2 Lesson 112 A. Using transitional words and phrases for coherence Plans: B. Composing various genres of literature by imitating an author's style, form, and purpose
Examples: poetry, short story, folktale, tall tale, nonfiction, science fiction, suspense, fantasy, adventure, contemporary realistic fiction, legend, fable, myth
C. Using figurative language when writing in various genres
English Language 10.) Apply mechanics in writing, including commas to set off nouns of address Arts (2007) and following introductory phrases and clauses. Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 3 A. Punctuating titles correctly using quotation marks, underlining, or italics Lesson 27 Plans: Examples:
- quotation marks--short stories
- underlining or italics--books, magazines, newspapers
B. Using semicolons, conjunctive adverbs, and commas to join two independent clauses or to correct run-on sentences
C. Demonstrating correct sentence structure by avoiding comma splices
D. Using commas to set off nonessential clauses and appositives
English Language 11.) Apply grammar conventions in writing to pronoun-antecedent agreement Arts (2007) and to subject-verb agreement with inverted word order and with indefinite Grade(s): 7 pronouns as subjects. Web Links: 1 Lesson 29 A. Identifying gerunds, infinitives, and participles in writing Plans: B. Using degrees of comparison in writing
Examples: good, better, best; beautiful, more beautiful, most beautiful
C. Identifying sentence patterns in writing
Examples:
- subject-->verb (S-->V)
- subject-->action verb-->direct object (S-->AV-->DO)
- subject-->action verb-->indirect object-->direct object (S-->AV-->IO-->DO)
- subject-->linking verb-->predicate nominative (S-->LV-->PN)
- subject-->linking verb-->predicate adjective (S-->LV-->PA) D. Using compound and complex sentences in writing
English Language 12.) Cite sources used in the research process. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 Examples: author, title, page numbers, date of publication, publisher or uniform resource locator (URL) Lesson 12 Plans:
English Language 13.) Apply steps in the research process to identify a problem or issue, locate Arts (2007) resources and information, and present findings. Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 1 A. Taking notes to gather and summarize information Lesson 33 Plans:
English Language 14.) Present findings from inquiry and research using a variety of resources. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 Examples: projects, brochures, display boards, speeches, multimedia presentations Lesson 61 Plans:
English Language 15.) Demonstrate listening skills, including identifying the main idea, detail, Arts (2007) purpose, and bias in group discussions, public speeches, and media messages. Grade(s): 7 Web Links: 0 Lesson 24 Plans:
English Language 1.) Apply strategies, including making inferences to determine theme, Arts (2007) confirming or refuting predictions, and using specific context clues, to Grade(s): 8 comprehend eighth-grade recreational reading materials. Web Links: 0 Lesson 79 A. Applying self-monitoring strategies for text understanding Plans: B. Distinguishing fact from fiction to enhance understanding
C. Determining sequence in recreational reading material
English Language 2.) Evaluate the impact of setting, mood, and characterization on theme in Arts (2007) specific literary selections. Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 A. Identifying components of plot Lesson 41 Plans:
English Language 3.) Distinguish among the subcategories of poetry, such as ballads, lyric Arts (2007) poems, epics, haiku, and limericks, based on their characteristics. Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 A. Identifying rhythm and rhyme scheme Lesson 22 Plans:
English Language 4.) Apply strategies appropriate to type of reading material, including making Arts (2007) inferences to determine bias or theme and using specific context clues, to Grade(s): 8 comprehend eighth-grade informational and functional reading materials. Web Links: 0 Lesson 48 A. Applying self-monitoring strategies for text understanding Plans: B. Comparing predicted with actual content in informational and functional reading materials
C. Distinguishing fact from opinion in informational reading materials
D. Confirming author's credentials
E. Determining sequence of steps, events, or information
English Language 5.) Explain distinguishing characteristics of odes, ballads, epic poetry, Arts (2007) historical documents, essays, letters to the editor, and editorials. Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 7
English Language 6.) Analyze works of literature for character motivation, mood, tone, theme, Arts (2007) similarities across texts, and literary devices. Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 Lesson 33 Plans:
English Language 7.) Compose a business letter, including heading, inside address, salutation, Arts (2007) body, closing, and signature. Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 1
English Language 8.) Write in narrative, expository, and persuasive modes with attention to Arts (2007) descriptive elements. Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 1 Examples: descriptive elements-sensory detail, figurative language, spatial Lesson 63 relationships Plans:
English Language 9.) Apply mechanics in writing, including punctuating titles using quotation Arts (2007) marks, underlining, or italics and using semicolons, conjunctive adverbs, and Grade(s): 8 commas to join two independent clauses or to correct run-on sentences. Web Links: 2 Lesson 49 A. Demonstrating correct sentence structure by avoiding comma splices in Plans: writing
B. Using commas to set off nonessential clauses and appositives in writing
English Language 10.) Use prepositional phrases and compound, complex, and compound- Arts (2007) complex sentences to vary sentence structure. Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 Example: using sentence diagramming or sentence patterns to illustrate Lesson Plans: 0 structural variety
A. Using gerunds, infinitives, and participles in writing
B. Recognizing active and passive voice in writing
C. Applying subject-verb agreement rules with collective nouns, nouns compound in form but singular in meaning, compound subjects joined by correlative and coordinating conjunctions, and subjects plural in form but singular in meaning
English Language 11.) Write sentence patterns common to English construction. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson Plans: 1 - subject-->verb (S-->V)
- subject-->action verb-->direct object (S-->AV-->DO)
- subject-->action verb-->indirect object-->direct object (S-->AV-->IO-->DO)
- subject-->linking verb-->predicate nominative (S-->LV-->PN)
- subject-->linking verb-->predicate adjective (S-->LV-->PA) English Language 12.) Identify the correct use of degrees of comparison, adjectives and adverb Arts (2007) forms, subject-verb agreement with collective nouns when verb forms depend Grade(s): 8 on the rest of the sentence and with compound subjects, including those joined Web Links: 0 by or with the second element as singular or plural. Lesson Plans: 1 A. Recognizing parallelism in phrases and clauses
English Language 13.) Combine all aspects of the research process to compose a report. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 1 Examples: outline, rough draft, editing, final copy, works-cited page Lesson 48 B. Taking notes to gather and summarize information Plans: C. Using paraphrasing and documentation of sources to avoid plagiarism
English Language 14.) Identify characteristics of spoken formal and informal language. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 8 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson Plans: 4 - formal--Standard English, no slang
- informal--dialect, slang
English Language 1.) Identify genre, tone, and plot in short stories, drama, and poetry and Arts (2007) identify organizational structure in essays and other nonfiction text to Grade(s): 9 comprehend recreational reading materials. Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 38 Examples: plot--exposition, conflict, rising action, climax, falling action, denouement
A. Reading predominantly world literature
2.) Compare the use of language and literary elements and devices, including English Language rhythm, rhyme scheme, tone, and plot, in various selections, cultures, and Arts (2007) genres. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Examples: Lesson Plans: 46 - language--Standard English usage versus dialect, length and complexity of sentences, diction
- literary elements and devices--flashback, personification
A. Interpreting symbolism and other figurative language B. Recognizing foreshadowing to anticipate events
C. Making inferences about characters and their motives
D. Determining effectiveness of diction
E. Recognizing use of analogy
English Language 3.) Read with comprehension a variety of ninth-grade informational and Arts (2007) functional reading materials, including recognizing tone and propaganda. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Examples: functional materials--telephone books, labels on medicine Lesson Plans: 20 containers, consumer product information, directions, newspapers, messages, recipes
A. Organizing steps of a process and other sequences
B. Identifying organizational structure
Example: matching structure to a graphic organizer
C. Recognizing fallacies in logic
D. Following complex written directions
English Language 4.) Identify literary components that contribute to authors' styles. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Examples: length and complexity of sentences, diction, Standard English usage versus dialect Lesson Plans: 15
English Language 5.) Identify persuasive strategies, including propaganda, in world literature Arts (2007) selections. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 6
English Language 6.) Determine word meaning in world literature selections using word Arts (2007) analysis and context clues. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 1 A. Identifying the etymology of words Lesson Plans: 10
English Language 7.) Write in narrative, expository, and persuasive modes using figurative Arts (2007) language and imagery, including simile and metaphor, when effective and Grade(s): 9 appropriate. Web Links: 1 Lesson Plans: 53 Examples: essay, letter of complaint
A. Using an abbreviated writing process to write an essay in timed and untimed situations
B. Using verbals to increase sentence complexity
C. Using a variety of patterns to organize information in multi-paragraph writings
Examples: chronological order, cause and effect, order of importance
D. Developing an effective voice suitable for audience and purpose
E. Using a variety of sentence patterns
Example: diagramming selected sentences to illustrate structural variety
F. Using active voice and passive voice when appropriate
English Language 8.) Critique paragraphs for logical progression of sentences. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 1
English Language 9.) Identify factors that influence the development of language. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Examples: geographic location, wars and revolutions, technology, mass media Lesson Plans: 3
English Language 10.) Determine correct use of commas with appositives and within direct Arts (2007) quotations, colons to introduce lists, semicolons with a series of elements Grade(s): 9 separated by commas, and punctuation for a divided quotation. Web Links: 1 Lesson Plans: 4
English Language 11.) Identify correct use of parallel words; incorrect verb tense shifts within Arts (2007) sentences; correct number and tense in verb forms, including regular and Grade(s): 9 irregular verbs; and correct forms of compound nouns, including singular, Web Links: 1 plural, and possessive forms. Lesson Plans: 13 A. Identifying correct parallelism in phrases and clauses
B. Identifying incorrect verb tense shifts within paragraphs
C. Identifying correct verb form for agreement with collective nouns based on context
D. Recognizing subject-verb agreement with indefinite pronouns
E. Using parallel structure with verbals
English Language 12.) Apply the correct use of subject-verb agreement with collective nouns Arts (2007) when verb forms depend on the rest of the sentence; with compound subjects, Grade(s): 9 including those joined by or with the second element as singular or plural; Web Links: 1 and with the subjunctive mood. Lesson Plans: 8
English Language 13.) Demonstrate paraphrasing, quoting, and summarizing of primary and Arts (2007) secondary sources and various methods of note taking. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 1 Examples: note taking--abbreviations, symbols, paraphrasing Lesson Plans: 10
English Language 14.) Use the research process to locate, select, retrieve, evaluate, and organize Arts (2007) information to support a thesis on a nonliterary topic. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Examples: career, I-Search Lesson Plans: 30 A. Following a style format to standardize the presentation of information
Examples: Modern Language Association (MLA), American Psychological Association (APA), Turabian
B. Managing information by using available technology
C. Using paraphrasing and documentation of sources to avoid plagiarism
English Language 15.) Identify persuasive strategies in oral and visual presentations. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Examples: transference, bandwagon, snob appeal, expert testimony Lesson Plans: 11 A. Identifying types of propaganda
English Language 16.) Evaluate a speech for use of presentation skills, including use of visual Arts (2007) aids. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 12 Examples: eye contact, projection, tone, inflection, tempo
A. Applying oral presentation skills in formal and informal situations
Examples: debates, classroom discussions, dramatic activities
English Language 17.) Use supporting details to present a position and to respond to an Arts (2007) argument. Grade(s): 9 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 8
English Language 1.) Apply both literal and inferential comprehension strategies, including Arts (2007) drawing conclusions and making inferences about characters, motives, Grade(s): 10 intentions, and attitudes in short stories, drama, poetry, novels, and essays and Web Links: 0 other nonfiction texts. Lesson 76 Plans: A. Identifying major historical developments in language and literature in America from the beginnings to 1900
Examples: simplicity of early American literature, religious nature and themes in much early American literature, relationships to historical events and to British literature
B. Using context clues to determine meaning
C. Identifying sequences to enhance understanding
D. Summarizing passages to share main ideas or events
E. Drawing other kinds of conclusions from recreational reading texts
English Language 2.) Identify and interpret literary elements and devices, including analogy, Arts (2007) personification, and implied purpose. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 0 A. Identifying and interpreting figurative language and imagery, including Lesson 68 symbolism and metaphors Plans: B. Interpreting tone from author's word choice
English Language 3.) Read with literal and inferential comprehension a variety of informational Arts (2007) and functional reading materials, including making inferences about effects Grade(s): 10 when passage provides cause; inferring cause when passage provides effect; Web Links: 1 making inferences, decisions, and predictions from tables, charts, and other text features; and identifying the outcome or product of a set of directions. Lesson 35 Plans: Examples:
- textual materials--driver's manuals, reference materials, newspapers, career information, high interest magazine articles, subject-area texts
- functional materials--menus, schedules, directions, maps, want ads
A. Following complex or embedded directions
B. Distinguishing author's opinion from factual statements
C. Determining main idea and supporting details in informational and functional reading materials
D. Summarizing passages of informational and functional reading materials
E. Determining sequence of events
English Language 4.) Recognize fallacious or illogical thought in essays, editorials, and other Arts (2007) informational texts. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 0 A. Evaluating strength of argument in informational texts Lesson 25 Plans: B. Recognizing propaganda in informational texts
English Language 5.) Compare literary components of various pre-twentieth century American Arts (2007) authors' styles. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 0 A. Identifying examples of differences in language usage among several Lesson 35 authors Plans: Examples: Anne Bradstreet, Jonathan Edwards, Phillis Wheatley, Edgar Allan Poe, Henry David Thoreau
English Language 6.) Determine word meaning in pre-twentieth century American literature Arts (2007) using word structure and context clues. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 1 Examples: prefixes, suffixes, root words Lesson 23 Plans:
English Language 7.) Write in persuasive, expository, and narrative modes using an abbreviated Arts (2007) writing process in timed and untimed situations. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 1 A. Critiquing content, literary elements, and word choice, including addressing Lesson 59 Plans: clear, precise, and vivid language
Examples: self editing, peer editing
B. Using a variety of sentence patterns
Example: diagramming, parsing, or showing sentence patterns to check variety in sentence patterns
C. Evaluating opinions, including personal opinions, for supporting details and bias
D. Using active and passive voice when appropriate
English Language 8.) Write in a variety of genres for various audiences and occasions, both Arts (2007) formal and informal, using an attention-getting opening and an effective Grade(s): 10 conclusion. Web Links: 0 Lesson 38 A. Developing an effective voice suitable for audience and purpose Plans:
English Language 9.) Apply principles of Standard English by adjusting vocabulary and style for Arts (2007) the occasion. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 0 Lesson 29 Plans:
English Language 10.) Justify a thesis statement with supporting details from American literature Arts (2007) prior to the twentieth century. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 0 Lesson 28 Plans:
English Language 11.) Demonstrate correct use of commas with parenthetical expressions and Arts (2007) after introductory adverbial clauses and correct use of semicolons before Grade(s): 10 conjunctive adverbs and in compound sentences with no conjunction. Web Links: 0 Lesson 20 Plans:
English Language 12.) Demonstrate correct use of singular and plural collective nouns and words Arts (2007) with alternate accepted forms; pronoun-antecedent agreement in number and Grade(s): 10 gender; and nominative, objective, and possessive pronoun cases. Web Links: 1 Lesson 19 Plans:
English Language 13.) Apply the correct use of subject-verb agreement with singular and plural Arts (2007) subjects, including subjects compound in form and singular in meaning and Grade(s): 10 subjects plural in form and singular in meaning; intervening prepositional and Web Links: 1 appositive phrases; and correlative conjunctions. Lesson 19 Plans:
English Language 14.) Edit for incorrect shifts in verb tense in paragraphs, use of verbals, use of Arts (2007) dangling participles and misplaced modifiers, and parallelism in phrases. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 1 Lesson 17 Plans:
English Language 15.) Use the research process to document and organize information to support Arts (2007) a thesis on a literary or nonliterary topic. Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 1 Examples: paper on a teacher-approved topic of interest, career paper Lesson 27 Plans: A. Managing information by locating, selecting, retrieving, and evaluating primary and secondary sources while using available technology responsibly
B. Differentiating among plagiarized, paraphrased, and appropriately cited selections
English Language 16.) Explain the purpose and benefits of using predicting, summarizing, Arts (2007) underlining, outlining, note taking, and reviewing as part of personal study Grade(s): 10 skills. Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 5 A. Explaining when skimming and scanning are appropriate in studying materials
English Language 17.) Critique oral and visual presentations for fallacies in logic. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 10 Web Links: 0 Examples: circular reasoning, false analogy Lesson 10 Plans:
English Language 1.) Analyze authors' use of literary elements including characterization, theme, Arts (2007) tone, setting, mood, plot, and literary point of view, in American short stories, Grade(s): 11 drama, poetry, or essays and other nonfiction literature, predominantly from Web Links: 0 1900 to the present. Lesson 34 Plans: A. Identifying major historical developments of language and literature in America from 1900 to the present
Examples: relationships to place and time, changes in American lexicon as a result of the industrial revolution; chronology, genre, style
B. Evaluating author technique
English Language 2.) Analyze use of figurative language and literary devices, including Arts (2007) hyperbole, simile, metaphor, personification, and other imagery, to enhance Grade(s): 11 specific literary passages. Web Links: 0 Lesson 13 A. Explaining use of allusions Plans: B. Analyzing use of analogies for meaning
C. Interpreting irony
D. Analyzing poetry for rhythm and rhyme schemes
English Language 3.) Read with comprehension a variety of informational and functional reading Arts (2007) materials, including recognizing organizational patterns, evaluating strengths Grade(s): 11 and weaknesses of argument, and identifying directions implied or embedded Web Links: 1 in a passage. Lesson Plans: 8 Examples:
- informational materials--employee manuals, technical manuals, safety and trouble-shooting information, subject-area texts
- functional materials--posted weather warnings, lease and credit agreements, memoranda, federal laws, medical instructions and information, nutritional pamphlets
A. Recognizing fallacies in logic
B. Drawing conclusions to determine author intent
C. Applying advanced knowledge of context clues and structural analysis to determine word meaning
D. Evaluating quality of writing
English Language 4.) Analyze twentieth and twenty-first century American literary selections for Arts (2007) plot structure, cultural significance, and use of propaganda. Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 8 Examples: narratives, editorials
English Language 5.) Evaluate twentieth and twenty-first century American authors' use of Arts (2007) language, including length and complexity of sentences, diction, and Standard Grade(s): 11 English versus dialect. Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 3
English Language 6.) Determine word meaning in twentieth and twenty-first century American Arts (2007) literature using word structure and context clues. Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 1 Examples: prefixes, suffixes, root words Lesson Plans: 1
English Language 7.) Compare the writing styles of two or more American authors or public Arts (2007) figures. Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 0 Examples: Martin Luther King, Jr., Zora Neale Hurston, Ernest Hemingway Lesson Plans: 2
English Language 8.) Write the text for an oral presentation with attention to word choice, Arts (2007) organizational patterns, transitional devices, and tone. Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 0 A. Using a variety of sentence patterns Lesson 22 Plans: B. Developing an effective voice suitable for audience and purpose
English Language 9.) Analyze writing for parallelism in literary selections and student writing. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 0
English Language 10.) Edit writings, including student papers, for correct parallel form in clauses Arts (2007) in a series and with correlative conjunctions and for correct use of subject-verb Grade(s): 11 agreement with subjects with intervening phrases; subjects with collective Web Links: 1 nouns; subjects with indefinite pronouns when the verb form depends on the Lesson Plans: 9 rest of the sentence; and subjects in sentences with correlative conjunctions or in inverted order.
A. Editing writings for mechanics, usage, grammar, and style B. Demonstrating appropriate use of ellipses, parentheses, hyphens and suspended hyphens, hyphenation of number-and-noun modifiers, slashes, and use of commas with subordinate clauses and nominative absolutes
English Language 11.) Differentiate between the use of active and passive voice. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 1
English Language 12.) Use the research process to manage, document, organize, and present Arts (2007) information to support a thesis on a literary topic. Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 1 Examples: documented essay, research paper Lesson 16 Plans: A. Using paraphrasing and documentation of sources to avoid plagiarism
English Language 13.) Compare the use of oral presentation skills of self and others. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 1
English Language 14.) Identify propaganda in nonprint media. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 11 Web Links: 0 Lesson Plans: 0
English Language 1.) Compare organizational structure, figurative language, and literary devices, Arts (2007) including use of paradox, among predominantly British short stories, drama, Grade(s): 12 poetry, essays, and other nonfiction literature. Web Links: 0 Lesson 132 Examples: A Christmas Carol, Robin Hood; Gulliver's Travels; Robinson Plans: Crusoe; Aesop's Fables; A. Conan Doyle's short stories; William Shakespeare's plays; Robert Burns', William Blake's, and John Keats' poems
A. Explaining use of allusions
B. Interpreting irony
C. Analyzing poetry for rhyme schemes D. Identifying use of parody
E. Analyzing major historical developments in language and literature in the British Isles
Examples: relationships to place and time, including specific influences of various cultures and languages, wars and victors in those wars, and world literary trends
English Language 2.) Read with comprehension a variety of informational and functional reading Arts (2007) materials, including comparing bias and persuasive techniques in passages. Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Examples: bias and persuasive techniques--transference, bandwagon, snob Lesson 89 appeal, expert testimony Plans: A. Recognizing faulty logic or organization
B. Analyzing charts and tables for conclusions
English Language 3.) Analyze British literature for style, audience appeal, cultural significance, Arts (2007) and plot structure. Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Examples: style--length and complexity of sentences, diction, Standard Lesson 84 English versus dialect Plans: A. Distinguishing between parallel plots and circular plots
English Language 4.) Identify literary elements in British literary selections from various genres. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Lesson 66 Plans:
English Language 5.) Determine word meaning in British literature using word structure and Arts (2007) context clues. Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 1 Examples: prefixes, suffixes, root words Lesson 47 Plans:
English Language 6.) Compare the writing styles of two or more British authors. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Examples: Geoffrey Chaucer, William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde Lesson 50 Plans: English Language 7.) Write for a variety of purposes including critical essays on literary topics, Arts (2007) college application essays, résumé cover letters, and résumés. Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 1 A. Editing drafts for appropriate style Lesson 90 Plans: B. Developing an effective voice suitable for audience and purpose
English Language 8.) Demonstrate appropriate use of ellipses, parentheses, hyphens and Arts (2007) suspended hyphens, hyphenation of number-and-noun modifiers, slashes, and Grade(s): 12 use of commas with subordinate clauses and nominative absolutes. Web Links: 0 Lesson 32 Plans:
English Language 9.) Revise drafts to increase sentence complexity. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Examples: expanding word choice by using phrases, including verbals; combining short sentences to form complex and compound sentences Lesson 41 Plans:
English Language 10.) Use the research process to manage, document, organize, and present Arts (2007) information to support a thesis on a teacher-approved topic of student interest. Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 1 Examples: literary topic, career study, historical research Lesson 67 Plans: A. Editing drafts to avoid plagiarism
English Language 11.) Critique visual communication for effectiveness. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Examples: films, advertisements Lesson 18 A. Using available technology for various communication purposes including Plans: multimedia presentations
English Language 12.) Evaluate oral presentation skills of self and others for effectiveness. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Examples: lectures, speeches, debates Lesson 20 Plans: English Language 13.) Analyze nonprint media for use of propaganda. Arts (2007) Grade(s): 12 Web Links: 0 Examples: films, television advertisements, speeches Lesson 16 Plans: