Reading Literature
- I can draw inferences from a text and refer to details and examples in the text when explaining my inferences. 1-1
- I can determine the theme of a piece of literature. 2-1
- I can summarize a piece of literature. 2-2
- I can use specific details from the story to describe a character in depth. 3-1
- I can use specific details from the story to describe a setting in depth. 3-2
- I can use specific details from the story to describe an event in depth. 3-3
- I can determine the meaning of words and phrases based on text clues. 4-1
- I can identify the meaning of words that are allusions. 4-2
- I can refer to structural elements to explain differences among poems and drama. 5-1
- I can compare and contrast the viewpoint of different stories. 6-1
- I can make connections between the written text of a story and a visual or oral presentation of the text. 7-1
- I can compare and contrast themes, topics, and plot patterns of literature from various cultures. 9-1
- I can read and comprehend literature appropriate for fourth grade.10-1
Reading Informational Texts
- I can draw inferences from a text and refer to details and examples in the text when explaining my inferences. 1-1
- I can determine the main idea and explain how it is supported w/ details. 2-1
- I can summarize a piece of informational text. 2-2
- I explain events, ideas, or procedures with text evidence to support my explanation 3-1
- I can determine the meaning of words or phrases in a grade 4 text. 4-1
- I can describe the structure used in a piece of informational text. 5-1
- I can explain differences in focus and information provided between a firsthand and second and account of the same event. 6-1
- I can interpret information that is presented orally. 7-1
- I can explain how information presented orally adds to my understanding of a text. 7-2
- I can explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support his/her points. RI 8-1
- I can combine information from two texts on the same topic to write or speak about the subject. 9-1
- I can read and comprehend informational text appropriate for fourth grade. 10
Reading Foundational Skills
- I can use my knowledge of letter-sound relationships, syllabication, and roots and affixes to read words I don’t know. 3a-1
- I can read fourth grade text with purpose and understanding. RF 4a-1
- I can read fourth grade text aloud with accuracy, expression, and appropriate rate. 4b-1
- I can use strategies to understand unknown words. 4c-1
Writing
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1 I can write an opinion piece that supports a point of view, where I: 1-1
- a - introduce a topic or name of a book, state an opinion, and create an organizational
- structure that supports my purpose,
- b - provide reasons that are supported by facts and details,
- c - use linking words to give a reason to support my opinion, and
- d - provide a concluding section or statement.
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2 I can write an informative piece, which examines a topic, where I: 2-1
- a - introduce a topic and group related information and include formatting and illustrations
- when helpful,
- b - use facts, definitions, details, and quotations to develop the topic,
- c - use linking words to connect ideas within categories, and
- d - provide a concluding statement or section.
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3 I can write a real or imagined narrative piece where I: 3-1
- a - establish a situation, introduce a narrator, and organize an appropriate sequence,
- b - use dialogue and descriptions to develop events and characters,
- c - use transitional words and phrases to manage sequence of events,
- d - use concrete words and phrases and sensory details,
- I can produce piece of writing that are appropriate for fourth grade . 4-1
- I use guidance from my peers and adults to plan, revise, and edit my writing. 5-1
- I can use digital tools to produce and publish my work. W 6-1
- I can use the internet to interact and collaborate with my peers on projects. 6-2
- I can demonstrate a command of keyboarding skills to type a page . 6-3
- I can conduct a short research project to build knowledge about a topic. 7-1
- I can use sources to find information, take notes, and then categorize notes 8-1
- I can provide a list of sources used for a research project. 8-2
- I utilize text evidence to support analysis and reflection of topics/theories. 9a-1
- I can write for a range of time and tasks. 10-1
Speaking & Listening
- I can prepare for a class discussion and respond to things others say. 1a-1
- I can follow rules for class discussions and carry-out my assigned roles. 1b-1
- I can ask questions to clear up my confusion about a presentation. 1c-1
- I can make comments that contribute to a discussion. 1c-2
- I can explain my own ideas and connect them to the discussion. 1d-1
- I can paraphrase portions of a text read aloud or presented visually. 2-1
- I can identify the reasons and evidence a speaker gives to support points. 3-1
- I can speak clearly and audibly while reporting on a topic or telling a story or experience in an organized manner. 4-1
- I can add audio recordings or visual displays to enhance a presentation. SL 5-1
- I can differentiate between a project that calls for formal English and ones that allow use of informal discourse SL 6-1
- I can use formal English when appropriate to tasks and situation. SL 6-2
Language
- I can use relative pronouns. L 1a-1
- I can use relative adverbs. L 1a-2
- I can form and use progressive verb tenses. L 1b-1
- I can use modal auxiliary verbs (shall, might, can, must, etc.) L 1c-1
- I can use adjectives in conventional order. (small, red bag NOT red, small bag) L 1d-1
- I can form and use prepositional phrases. L 1e-1
- I can produce complete sentences. L 1f-1
- I can correct inappropriate fragments and run-ons. L 1f-2
- I can correctly use homonyms. L 1g-1
- I can use correct capitalization. L 2a-1
- I can use quotations and commas to mark direct speech and quotations from a text. L 2b-1
- I can use a comma before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence. L 2c-1
- I can spell fourth grade words appropriately and consult references as needed. L 2d-1
- I can choose words and phrases to precisely convey ideas. L 3a-1
- I can choose punctuation for effect. L 3b-1
- I can differentiate between contexts that call for formal English and informal discourse. L 3c-1
- I can use context clues to figure out word meanings. L 4a-1
- I can determine the meaning of a word by using the affix or root. L 4b-1
- I can determine the meaning or pronunciation of a word by consulting reference materials. L 4c-1
- I can explain the meaning of simple similes and metaphors. L 5a-1
- I can recognize and explain the meaning of common idioms, adages, and proverbs. L 5b-1
- I can demonstrate my understanding of words by relating them to their synonyms and antonyms. 5c-1
- I can use words and phrases that I learn through listening and reading, especially words related to fourth grade topics. 6-1