Students understand the basic features of reading. They select and know how to translate letter patterns into spoken language using phonics, syllabication, and word parts. They apply this knowledge to achieve fluent oral and silent reading. They draw upon a variety of comprehension strategies as needed, including generating and responding to essential questions, making predictions, and comparing information from several sources. Students read a good representation of grade appropriate narrative text.
Students read and respond to a wide variety of significant works of children's literature.
Students deliver brief recitations and oral presentations about familiar experiences or interests that are organized around a central idea. Student speaking demonstrates a command of standard English. Students listen and respond critically to oral communication. They speak in a manner that guides and informs the listener's understanding of key ideas, using appropriate phrasing, pitch, and modulation. Writing Strategies Students write clear and coherent sentences that develop a central idea.