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1.0 Word Analysis, Fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development |
1.1 Recognize and use knowledge of spelling patterns (e.g., diphthongs, special vowel spellings) when reading.StudentsShort Vowel Word SortsPicture MatchSpace Trash Spelling Patterns GameVowel Digraphs GameTeachersWord SortsCarls CornerKiz Club WorksheetsPhonics Lessons and Activities (Florida Center for Reading Research. See the Phonemic Awareness and/or Phonics book section)PBS Kids (When Two Vowels Go Walking Song, The Double OO Song) |
1.2 Apply knowledge of basic syllabication rules when readingStudentsSyllables GameWord SortClap and Count PracticeTeachersSyllabication PowerPointSyllabication ActivitiesSyllables Resource PageSyllable Lessons and Activities (FCRR) |
1.3 Decode two-syllable nonsense words and regular multisyllable words.TeachersTeaching Multisyllabic Words (Scholastic) |
1.4 Recognize common abbreviations (e.g., Jan., Sun., Mr., St.)TeachersAbbreviation FlashcardsAbbreviation Match-Up (FCRR-See lesson V.005, page 31) |
1.5 Identify and correctly use regular plurals (e.g., -s, -es, -ies) and irregular plurals (e.g., fly/ flies, wife/ wives).StudentsPlurals GamesPlurals QuizIrregular Plurals GameTeachersPlurals WorksheetPlurals LessonsPlurals Memory Game |
1.6 Read aloud fluently and accurately and with appropriate intonation and expression.StudentsStarfall.comTeachersThe School Bell Dolch KitRepeated Readings Chart (Suzy Red)Repeated Reading Chart and Lesson Ideas (Scholastic) |
1.7 Understand and explain common antonyms and synonyms.
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1.8 Use knowledge of individual words in unknown compound words to predict their meaning.StudentsWord SortTeachersCompound Word Trivia (FCRR - Lesson V.009, page 1)Compound Concentration (FCRR - Lesson P.037, page 1) |
1.9 Know the meaning of simple prefixes and suffixes (e.g., over-, un-, -ing, -ly).StudentsFlip-A-Chip GameSuffix Jeopardy- 2 playersPrefix Word SortSuffix Word SortPrefix Games and QuizSuffix Games and QuizBase Word Games and QuizTeachersPrefix/Suffix task cards (thanks to the very hard-working teachers of South Carolina for this one)Base Word Resource PagePrefix Resource PageSuffix Resource PageAffix Hunt (FCRR - Lesson P.041, page 21)Affix Match (FCRR - Lesson V.010, page 10)Affix Action (FCRR - Lesson V.011, page 13) |
1.10 Identify simple multiple-meaning words.StudentsOnline PracticeTeachersMultiple Meaning Powerpoint from Mrs. KronemeyerMultiple Meaning Match (FCRR - Lesson V.032, page 4) |
2.0 Reading Comprehension
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2.1 Use titles, tables of contents, and chapter headings to locate information in expository text. Students
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Expository Text Exploration (FCRR- Lesson C.014, page 10)
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2.2 State the purpose in reading (i.e., tell what information is sought). |
2.3 Use knowledge of the author's purpose(s) to comprehend informational text. Teachers
Authors Purpose Task Cards (FCRR-See Comprehension, Text Analysis, C.023)
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2.4 Ask clarifying questions about essential textual elements of exposition (e.g., why, what if, how). |
2.5 Restate facts and details in the text to clarify and organize ideas. |
2.6 Recognize cause-and-effect relationships in a text.
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Cause and Effect Match (FCRR- Lesson C.021, page 11)
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2.7 Interpret information from diagrams, charts, and graphs. |
2.8 Follow two-step written instructions.
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3.0. Literary Response and Analysis
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3.1 Compare and contrast plots, settings, and characters presented by different authors.
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3.2 Generate alternative endings to plots and identify the reason or reasons for, and the impact of, the alternatives. |
3.3 Compare and contrast different versions of the same stories that reflect different cultures.
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3.4 Identify the use of rhythm, rhyme, and alliteration in poetry.
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Rhyming through Poetry lesson plan
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Writing - 1.0 Writing Strategies |
1.1 Group related ideas and maintain a consistent focus. |
1.2 Create readable documents with legible handwriting. |
1.3 Understand the purposes of various reference materials (e.g., dictionary, thesaurus, atlas). |
1.4 Revise original drafts to improve sequence and provide more descriptive detail. |
2.0 Writing Applications (Genres and Their Characteristics)
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2.1 Write brief narratives based on their experiences:
b. Describe the setting, characters, objects, and events in detail. |
2.2 Write a friendly letter complete with the date, salutation, body, closing, and signature. Students
Teachers Parts of a Friendly Letter PowerPoint
Tons of Letter Writing Resources!
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1.0 Written and Oral English Language Conventions |
1.1 Distinguish between complete and incomplete sentences. Students
Identify Complete Sentences game
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1.2 Recognize and use the correct word order in written sentences.
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1.3 Identify and correctly use various parts of speech, including nouns and verbs, in writing and speaking. Students
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Verbs Lesson Plan (could be adapted to any part of speech)
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1.4 Use commas in the greeting and closure of a letter and with dates and items in a series.
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1.5 Use quotation marks correctly.
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1.6 Capitalize all proper nouns, words at the beginning of sentences and greetings, months and days of the week, and titles and initials of people.
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1.7 Spell frequently used, irregular words correctly (e.g., was, were, says, said, who, what, why). |
1.8 Spell basic short-vowel, long-vowel, r-controlled, and consonant-blend patterns correctly. |
1.0 Listening and Speaking Strategies |
1.1 Determine the purpose or purposes of listening (e.g., to obtain information, to solve problems, for enjoyment). |
1.2 Ask for clarification and explanation of stories and ideas. |
1.3 Paraphrase information that has been shared orally by others. |
1.4 Give and follow three-and four-step oral directions. |
1.5 Organize presentations to maintain a clear focus. |
1.6 Speak clearly and at an appropriate pace for the type of communication (e.g., informal discussion, report to class). |
1.7 Recount experiences in a logical sequence. |
1.8 Retell stories, including characters, setting, and plot. |
1.9 Report on a topic with supportive facts and details. |
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