SOL6.4 The student will read and learn the meanings of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts.
6.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. 6.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of nonfiction texts. 6.7 The student will write narration, description, exposition, and persuasion. 6.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and paragraphing. |
Skill Sets (a) Identify word origins and derivations.
b) Use roots, cognates, affixes (PREFIXES: pre-, re-, sub-, mis-, un-, dis-, in-, im-, non-, SUFFIXES: -ful, -less, -able, -ible) synonyms (in sentences), and antonyms (in sentences) to expand vocabulary. c) Use context and sentence structure to determine meanings and differentiate among multiple meanings of words. d) Identify and analyze figurative language. (personification) (simile) e) Use word-reference materials. Dictionary: use dictionary entries, use dictionary definitions, practice alphabetical order, use guide words, match sentences to definitions (reverse). Thesaurus f) Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, listening, reading, and writing. a) Identify the elements of narrative structure, including setting, character, plot, conflict, and theme. b) Make, confirm, and revise predictions. c) Describe how word choice and imagery contribute to the meaning of a text. d) Describe cause and effect relationships and their impact on plot. e) Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning. f) Use information in the text to draw conclusions and make inferences. g) Explain how character and plot development are used in a selection to support a central conflict or story line. h) Identify the main idea. i) Identify and summarize supporting details. j) Identify and analyze the author’s use of figurative language. (personification) k) Identify transitional words and phrases that signal an author’s organizational pattern. l) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process. a) Use text structures such as type, headings, and graphics to predict and categorize information in both print and digital texts. b) Use prior knowledge and build additional background knowledge as context for new learning. c) Identify questions to be answered. d) Make, confirm, or revise predictions. e) Draw conclusions and make inferences based on explicit and implied information. f) Differentiate between fact and opinion. g) Identify main idea. h) Summarize supporting details. i) Compare and contrast information about one topic, which may be contained in different selections. j) Identify the author’s organizational pattern. k) Identify cause and effect relationships. l) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process. a) Identify audience and purpose. b) Use a variety of prewriting strategies including graphic organizers to generate and organize ideas. c) Organize writing structure to fit mode or topic. d) Establish a central idea and organization. e) Compose a topic sentence or thesis statement if appropriate. f) Write multi-paragraph compositions with elaboration and unity. g) Select vocabulary and information to enhance the central idea, tone, and voice. h) Expand and embed ideas by using modifiers, standard coordination, and subordination in complete sentences. i) Revise sentences for clarity of content including specific vocabulary and information. j) Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing. a) Use a variety of graphic organizers, including sentence diagrams, to analyze and improve sentence formation and paragraph structure. b) Use subject-verb agreement with intervening phrases and clauses. c) Use pronoun-antecedent agreement to include indefinite pronouns. d) Maintain consistent verb tense across paragraphs. e) Eliminate double negatives. f) Use quotation marks with dialogue. g) Choose adverbs to describe verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs. h) Use correct spelling for frequently used words. Frequently confused words (extra), homophones. |
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