3rd Grade Language Arts
READING
Content
The student will develop the reading and listening skills necessary for word recognition, comprehension, interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of print and non-print text.
Develop oral language
⎯show evidence of expanding oral language through vocabulary growth (in speaking & writing) (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use complete and coherent sentences when speaking (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/IT)
⎯consistently use established rules for conversation (e.g., taking turns, raising hand, and asking questions) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯understand, follow and give oral directions (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯respond to questions from teachers and other group members and pose follow-up questions for clarity (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯participate in creative response to text (e.g., choral reading, discussion, dramatization, and oral presentations)IT
⎯summarize orally what has been learned or accomplished after completing an activity or assignment (3-LA-RW/IT
⎯Give oral presentations about experiences or interests, using eye contact, proper pacing, adequate volume, and clear enunciation (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯participate in guided reading (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯participate in shared reading (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
Develop listening skills
⎯listen attentively to speaker for specific information (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use appropriate listening skills (e.g., do not interrupt, face speaker, and ask questions) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯listen and respond to a variety of media (e.g., books, audio tapes, CD, videos, DVD) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯recognize the difference between formal and informal languages (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯follow oral directions (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Demonstrate knowledge of concepts of print
⎯recognize that groups of sentences make a paragraph and paragraphs make a story or article
⎯recognize and use parts of text (e.g., title, table of contents, glossary, and index) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯recognize and use common text features (e.g., headings, key words, and graphics) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯recognize different forms of text (e.g., poems, plays and stories) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Develop and maintain phonemic awareness
⎯develop awareness of sounds of language through repeated exposure to a variety of auditory experiences (e.g., poetry, books on tape, music lyrics, sound effects, and read-alouds) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯add, delete, and change targeted sounds to modify or change words (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify, select, and produce rhyming words and original poems (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
Develop and use decoding strategies to read unfamiliar words
⎯use knowledge of letter-sound correspondence knowledge and structural analysis to decode (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯decode multi-syllabic words not yet known as sight words (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use decoding strategies, such as sounding out words, comparing similar words, breaking words into smaller words, and looking for word parts (e.g., root words, prefixes, and suffixes) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use previously learned strategies to decode and verify word meaning utilizing the context of the selection (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Read to develop fluency, expression, accuracy and confidence
⎯read with increasing fluency (using appropriate timing, intonation, and expression) and confidence from a variety of text (e.g., paired readings, shared reading, choral reading, teacher-led reading, and reading with tapes) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯read aloud grade-appropriate narrative and expository text fluently and accurately, using appropriate timing, intonation, and expression (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯participate in guided oral reading (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯reflect punctuation within written text while reading orally (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯demonstrate the automatic recognition of high frequency words (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯read daily and independently from a variety of texts (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Meaning
The student will begin to understand and apply comprehension strategies through experiences in modeled, shared, guided, interactive, and independent reading experiences.
Develop and use pre-reading strategies
⎯identify an author’s purpose for reading (e.g., for information, enjoyment, and understanding a writer’s position) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯participate in activities to build, activate, and relate background knowledge to make meaning from text (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯make predictions using text features (e.g. illustrations and graphics) (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯preview text using illustrations, graphics, text format, text structures, and skimming (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯connect life experience to information and events in texts (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
Use active comprehension strategies to derive meaning while reading and check for understanding after reading
Derive meaning while reading
⎯formulate clarifying questions IT
⎯predict outcomes based upon prior knowledge and adjust as knowledge is gained while reading or listening to texts (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use metacognitive reading strategies to monitor comprehension (e.g. reread, read ahead, adjust reading speed) (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯create a mental image of the story (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯express reactions and personal opinions in response to a selection (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯recognize reasonable predictions of future events within a given context (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯respond to questions from teacher and other group members (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯participate in discussions about text before, during, and after reading (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯recognize when reading is not making sense, sounding right and/or looking right (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
Check for understanding after reading
⎯draw conclusions based on evidence gained while skimming and reading (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯sequence story events and/or text information (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯determine the sequence of events in a story (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize cause and effect relationships in text (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯discus similarities and differences in text events, characters, and character actions (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯distinguish between fact and opinion within text (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize the stated/implied main idea of the text (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/B/IT)
⎯compare and contrast text events, characters, and character actions (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]I/B/IT)
⎯summarize a story (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯ask questions to clarify meaning from text (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯discuss author’s purpose for writing (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]I/M)
⎯determine appropriate inferences from text (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯relate text to personal and historical experiences, current events, as well as previously read print and non-print materials (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
Develop skills to facilitate reading to learn in a variety of content areas
⎯develop, maintain, and apply content specific vocabulary (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯use text features to locate information (e.g., charts, maps, and illustrations) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯apply skills and strategies to comprehend informational/non-fiction text (e.g. pre-reading strategies, comprehension strategies) (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use self-correction strategies while reading orally and silently (e.g., pausing, rereading, asking for help, etc.) B
Read independently for a variety of purposes
⎯read for literary experience and enjoyment, to gain information, perform a task, expand vocabulary, and build fluency (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify purpose for reading (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
Experience various literary and media genres
⎯read and view various literary (e.g., short stories, fairy tales, nonfiction texts, biographies, folktales, and poetry) and media (e.g., photographs, and the arts, films, and video)types (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯understand the main idea or message in visual media (e.g., pictures, cartoons, weather reports on television, newspaper, and photographs) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify setting, characters, and plot in a reading situation (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize basic plot features of fairy tales, folk tales, fables and myths (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯determine the problem in a story, discover its solution, and consider alternate solutions (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯differentiate between main and minor characters (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯determine the problem in a story and recognize its solution (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify different forms of text (e.g., poems, plays, and stories) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯identify stated or implied cause and effect relationship in text. (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯identify the stated main idea of a reading selection (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯identify types of stories (e.g., folktales, fables and fairy tales) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯compare and contrast different versions/representations of similar stories, legends, lessons or events reflecting different cultures (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯explore the ways in which language is used in literary texts (e.g., rhythm, beat, imagery, simile, and metaphor) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯explore the concept of first person point of view (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
Develop and maintain a motivation to read
⎯visit libraries/media centers and regularly check out materials (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯engage in a variety of literacy activities voluntarily (self-select books and stories) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯read longer narrative and expository text independently including chapter books (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯select literature based on personal needs and interest from a variety of types and by different authors (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯choose works from favorite authors/illustrators and genres (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯relate literary experiences (e.g. book discussions, literary circles, writing, oral presentation, and artistic representations) (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯experience daily opportunities to read (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯choose to read as a leisure activity (3-LA-RW[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
Techniques and Skills
The student will begin to use text features and tools like a picture dictionary, glossary, table of contents, and index to learn and gather information from non-fiction text materials.
Introduce informational skills to facilitate learning
⎯use outside resources to access information (e.g., family and community) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use media sources to access information (e.g., online catalog, nonfiction books, encyclopedias, CD-ROM references, and internet) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use text referenced material (e.g., dictionary, thesaurus, encyclopedia, magazines, and newspapers) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯gather and record information on a topic (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯select information using available text features (e.g., maps, charts, and graphics) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize the parts of a book (e.g., table of contents, and glossary) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
Vocabulary
The student will learn basic vocabulary words in an effort to build background knowledge for academic achievement.
Develop and extend reading vocabulary
⎯build vocabulary by listening to literature, participating in discussion, reading self-selected and assigned texts (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯build vocabulary through frequent read alouds (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯determine word meaning using root words, prefixes, and suffixes (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize and apply grade level compound words, contractions, and common abbreviations within context (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯determine the meaning of unfamiliar words by using context clues, dictionaries, and other classroom resources (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯select appropriate synonyms (small/little) and antonyms (up/down) within context (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯determine correct meaning/usage of multiple meaning words (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯manipulate and use word walls and word sorts (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯build vocabulary by reading a wide range of text types inside and outside the classroom (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯recognize grade appropriate vocabulary in context (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯determine word meanings through the use of context clues (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize root words and their various inflections (walks, walking, walked) (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯apply long and short vowel rules when decoding (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯apply knowledge in reading and writing of individual sounds including consonant blends within words (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]A/IT)
⎯demonstrate the automatic recognition of high frequency word in context (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯recognize words that have the same beginning, middle, and ending sounds (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
⎯apply knowledge of basic syllabication rules (3-LA-WS[M-0/22-24]D/IT)
ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE
Grammar
The student will use standard English conventions and proper spelling as appropriate to speaking and writing.
Demonstrate knowledge of standard English usage
⎯identify the correct use of nouns (i.e., as subjects, singular and plural). Verbs (i.e., present, past, and future) and adjectives (i.e., comparative and superlative) within content (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯use verbs appropriately (e.g., past present, and future tenses, irregular verbs, and agreement with simple and compound subjects) (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/IT)
⎯use pronouns appropriately (e.g., subject and object, pronouns, substitution for nouns, and agreement with antecedents) (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/IT)
⎯use adjectives appropriately (e.g., vivid descriptive words, comparative/superlative, and articles) (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/IT)
⎯use adverbs appropriately (e.g., common formation and placement in a sentence) (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]I/M)
⎯recognize usage errors occurring within context (e.g., double negatives, troublesome words: to, too, two, there, their, they’re) (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
Demonstrate knowledge of standard English mechanics
⎯use capitalization when writing names and dates (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯use capitalization when writing cities and states, addresses, holidays, and titles of books (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯identify correctly used capital letters in names, dates, and addresses (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯capitalize the first word in a sentence, proper nouns, titles, abbreviations, parts of a friendly letter, and the first word in a direct quotation (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯identify the correct use of commas with dates, addresses, items in a series, and the greeting and closing of a friendly letter (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯use correct punctuation (e.g., end punctuation, periods in initials, abbreviations and titles before names; colon between hour and minutes, and parts of a friendly letter) (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize and use contractions and possessives using apostrophes (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/M)
⎯write legibly in manuscript and in cursive (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/IT)
⎯demonstrate knowledge of quotation marks (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]I/M)
⎯recognize correct capitalization and end punctuation within context (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯choose the correct formation of contractions and plurals within context (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
Demonstrate knowledge of standard English spelling
⎯spell high-frequency words correctly (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯spell correctly commonly misspelled words as appropriate to grade level (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯spell correctly words that have blends, contractions, and orthographic patterns (e.g., consonant doubling, changing “y” to “i,” dropping the final silent “e” before adding the suffix) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/I/IT)
⎯form and spell contractions, plurals, and possessives correctly (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]I/D/IT)
⎯rearrange and identify words in alphabetical order (e.g., lists, telephone directory) (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯use dictionary and other resources to verify spelling (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify the correct spelling of plurals and possessives (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/M)
⎯identify correctly (or incorrectly) spelled words in context (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
Demonstrate knowledge of correct sentence structure
⎯use appropriate language structure in oral and written communication (e.g., subject-verb agreement, correct word order, and correct placement of words and phrases) (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify and use statements, questions, commands, and exclamatory sentences, in writing and speaking (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentence by recognizing appropriated end-marks (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯select the simple subject and predicate of a sentence (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize complete sentences, edit incomplete sentences and run-on sentences (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/IT)
⎯combine sentences using compound subjects and/or predicates (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O-22-24]A/M)
⎯select the best way to combine sentences in order to provide syntactic variety within context ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯select the compound sentence that correctly combines two simple sentences (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯choose a supporting sentence that best fits the content and flow of ideas in a paragraph ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯choose the most specific word to complete a simple sentence) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
WRITING
Writing Organization/Process
The student will develop the structural and creative skills of the writing process necessary to produce written language that can be read, presented to, and interpreted by various audiences.
Use a variety of pre-writing strategies
⎯brainstorm ideas with teachers and peers (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯write key thoughts and questions, record reactions, observations, and group related ideas (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯complete a simple graphic organizer (i.e., charts, graphs, and diagrams) arranging information to be used in a writing sample ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯complete a simple graphic organizer to group ideas for writing (e.g., webbing) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯choose a topic sentence for a paragraph ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯rearrange sentences to form a sequential, coherent paragraph ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯select a focus when writing (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯select the best title for a text ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯use a variety of sources to gather information (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯write with awareness of a specified audience (e.g., self, peers, teachers, and adults) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify the most reliable source of information for preparing a report (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯recognize how illustrations support the text (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Write for a variety of purposes
⎯identify the purpose for writing: to acquire and exhibit knowledge (e.g., paragraphs, reports and answer questions), to entertain (e.g., stories, poems riddles, and cartoons), to write to inform (e.g., to respond to a picture, story, and art) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify the purpose for writing (i.e., to entertain, inform, exhibit knowledge, respond to a picture, story, or art) ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯identify the audience for which a text is written ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
Show evidence of drafting and revision with written work
⎯compose first drafts using appropriate parts of the writing process (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT
⎯write in complete sentences using descriptive language (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯develop a paragraph with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯rearrange events in a sequential order ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯rearrange a story sequentially with a logical beginning, middle, and end ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
⎯use correct page format (e.g., paragraphs, margins, indentations, and titles) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use resources (e.g., dictionaries, thesaurus, and computer) to aid in the writing process (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯revise writing to improve detail after determining what could be added or deleted (e.g., reread; rearrange words, sentences, paragraphs; add descriptive words; remove unneeded information; incorporate suggestions and vary sentence structures) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Include editing before the completion of finished work
⎯apply elements of language (e.g., end marks, commas in a series, capitalization), usage (e.g., subject and verb agreement in a simple sentence); and sentence structure (e.g., elimination of fragments) when writing and editing (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use classroom resources (e.g., word walls, dictionaries, teacher, peers, appropriate technology, and student generated word books) to aid in proofreading (3-LA-WS/OVTC[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use knowledge of letter sounds, word parts, word segmentation, and syllabication to monitor and correct spelling (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯create readable documents with legible handwriting (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯write legibly in manuscript and in cursive (3-LA-WS/WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify unnecessary information in a paragraph ) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]A/IT)
Evaluate own and others’ writing
⎯use a rubric to evaluate own and others’ writing (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯evaluate own and others’ writing through small group discussion and shared work (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯record and evaluate suggestions and reactions with peers (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯recognize positive features and give feedback to peers (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯review personal collection to determine progress (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Experience numerous publishing opportunities
⎯produce a variety of written works (e.g., literature responses, reports, “published” books, and book reports) in various formats (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯use technology to publish writing (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯incorporate photographs or illustrations (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯share completed work (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯create individual and classroom books, stories, and poems (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯identify opportunities for publication (e.g., national and/or local contests, websites, newspapers, and periodicals) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Write narrative accounts
⎯write in response to a narrative prompt (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯write an account based on personal experience that has a clear focus and supporting details (e.g., use illustrations and lists) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯use classroom rubric as a guide for writing a narrative (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
Write frequently across content areas
⎯write in math journals, create math stories, and write explanations for problem solving (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯participate in shared writings about the arts and personal activities (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯summarize concepts presented in science (e.g., illustrations, sentences, paragraphs, and reports) and social studies (e.g., illustrations, sentences, paragraphs, and reports) (3-LA-WS/RW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
Write expressively using original ideas, reflections, and observations
⎯write brief descriptions of a real object, person, place, or event using sensory details (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯write to express opinions and judgments (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯write for personal enjoyment using individual expression and creative imagination (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯create stories and poems (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
Write in response to literature
⎯write a different ending to a story (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯summarize a story (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯write to describe story elements (e.g., setting, characters, plot, problem, and solution/conclusion) (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯compare characters, settings, and events within and between stories D/IT
Write in a variety of modes and genres
⎯write a descriptive paragraph, a narrative paragraph, a how to paragraph, and a compare-contrast paragraph (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]I/IT)
⎯write a variety of poems, a friendly letter, and in a journal (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯write stories (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
⎯write stories that have a beginning, middle, and end (3-LA-WW[M-O/22-24]D/IT)
