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Grade 3 Reading Literary Text Principles of Reading (P) Standard 1: Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. Standard 2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds. Standard 3: Know and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. 3.1 Identify and know the meaning of the most common prefixes and derivational suffixes. 3.6 Read grade appropriate irregularly spelled words. Standard 4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. 4.2 Read grade level prose and poetry orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, expression, intonation, and phrasing on successive readings. Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 5: Determine meaning and develop logical interpretations by making predictions, inferring, drawing conclusions, analyzing, synthesizing, providing evidence, and investigating multiple interpretations. 5.1 Ask and answer inferential questions to analyze meaning beyond the text; refer explicitly to the text to support inferences and conclusions. Standard 6: Summarize key details and ideas to support analysis of thematic development. 6.1 Determine the theme by recalling key details that support the theme. Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A The Following Support this Volume 1: 58, 59, 61, 96, 97, 184, 219, 305 Volume 2: 497, 549, 579 Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 77 78, 130, 131, 199 200, 253, 254, 327 328, 386 388 Volume 2: 466 468, 519 521, 594 596, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 Volume 1: 77 78, 130, 131, 199 200, 253, 254, 327 328, 386 388 Volume 2: 466 468, 519 521, 594 596, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 The Following Support this Volume 1: 77, 132, 199, 253, 254, 386 Volume 2: 466, 594, 654, 737, 775 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 77, 132, 199, 253, 254, 386 Volume 2: 466, 594, 654, 737, 775 Page 2 of 57
Grade 3 Standard 7: Analyze the relationship among ideas, themes, or topics in multiple media, formats, and in visual, auditory, and kinesthetic modalities. 7.1 Explore how illustrations contribute to create mood or emphasize aspects of character or setting. Standard 8: Analyze characters, settings, events, and ideas as they develop and interact within a particular context. 8.1 Use text evidence to: a. describe characters' traits, motivations, and feelings and explain how their actions contribute to the development of the plot; and b. explain the influence of cultural and historical context on characters, setting, and plot development. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Standard 9: Interpret and analyze the author s use of words, phrases, and conventions, and how their relationships shape meaning and tone in print and multimedia texts. 9.1 I Identify and explain how the author uses idioms, metaphor, or personification to shape meaning and style. 9.2 Explain how the author s choice of words, illustrations, and conventions combine to create mood, contribute to meaning, and emphasize aspects of a character or setting. Standard 10: Apply a range of strategies to determine and deepen the meaning of known, unknown, and multiple meaning words, phrases, and jargon; acquire and use general academic and domain specific vocabulary. 10.1 Use paragraph level context to determine the meaning of words or phrases. 10.2 Determine the meaning of a word when an affix is added to a base word. 10.5 Consult print and multimedia resources to find the pronunciation and determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words or phrases. Page 3 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A The Mini Dialogues Selections Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 20, 34, 89, 99, 151, 161, 212, 221, 285, 340 Volume 1: 130, 253, 254 Volume 2: 466 467, 594 596, 654 656 The Following Matches Support this Volume 2: 433 434, 515, 561, 647 648 The Mini Dialogues Selections Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 20, 34, 89, 99, 151, 161, 212, 221, 285, 340 Volume 1: 46, 109, 172, 231, 295, 365 Volume 2: 436, 500, 564, 630, 707, 749 The Following Support this Volume 1: 58, 59, 61, 96, 97, 184, 219, 305 Volume 2: 497, 549, 579 Visual Vocabulary Support this Volume 1: T86 T100 Volume 2: T184 T199
Grade 3 10.6 Acquire and use general academic and domain specific words or phrases that signal spatial and temporal relationships; demonstrate an understanding of nuances. Standard 12: Analyze and critique how the author uses structures in print and multimedia texts to shape meaning and impact the reader. 12.2 Identify crafted text structures such as a collection of photographs or poetry texts, texts with a series of short memoirs, an inanimate voice text, and a framing question text. Range and Complexity (RC) Standard 13: Read independently and comprehend a variety of texts for the purposes of reading for enjoyment, acquiring new learning, and building stamina; reflect and respond to increasingly complex text over time. 13.1 Engage in whole and small group reading with purpose and understanding. 13.3 Read and respond according to task and purpose to become self directed, critical readers and thinkers. Reading Informational Text Principles of Reading (P) Standard 1: Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. Standard 2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds. Standard 3: Know and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. 3.1 Identify and know the meaning of the most common prefixes and derivational suffixes. Page 4 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 199 200, 229 231 Volume 2: 499 500, 519 521 The Following Provides Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 130, 132 Volume 1: 77 78, 130, 131, 199 200, 253, 254, 327 328, 386 388 Volume 2: 466 468, 519 521, 594 596, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 Volume 1: 77 78, 130, 131, 199 200, 253, 254, 327 328, 386 388 Volume 2: 466 468, 519 521, 594 596, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 The Following Support this Volume 1: 58, 59, 61, 96, 97, 184, 219, 305 Volume 2: 497, 549, 579
Grade 3 3.6 Read grade appropriate irregularly spelled words. Standard 4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. 4.2 Read grade level prose and poetry orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, expression, intonation, and phrasing on successive readings. Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 5: Determine meaning and develop logical interpretations by making predictions, inferring, drawing conclusions, analyzing, synthesizing, providing evidence, and investigating multiple interpretations. 5.1 Ask and answer inferential questions to determine meaning; refer explicitly to the text to support inferences and conclusions. Standard 6: Summarize key details and ideas to support analysis of central ideas. 6.1 Summarize multi paragraph texts using key details to support the central idea. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Standard 8: Interpret and analyze the author s use of words, phrases, text features, conventions, and structures, and how their relationships shape meaning and tone in print and multimedia texts. 8.2 Use knowledge of appendices, timelines, maps, and charts to locate information and gain meaning; explain how these features contribute to a text. Standard 9: Apply a range of strategies to determine and deepen the meaning of known, unknown, and multiple meaning words, phrases, and jargon; acquire and use general academic and domain specific vocabulary. 9.1 Use paragraph level context to determine the meaning of words or phrases. Page 5 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 77 78, 108 109, 130, 171 172, 293 295, 327 328, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 519 521, 563 564, 705 707, 748 749, 737 739, 775 777 Volume 1: 77 78, 108 109, 130, 171 172, 293 295, 327 328, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 519 521, 563 564, 705 707, 748 749, 775 777 Volume 1: 78, 109, 130, 172, 295, 328, 365 Volume 2: 436, 500, 521, 564, 707, 749 The Following Support this Volume 1: 77, 108, 130, 171, 293, 327, 364 Volume 2: 435, 499, 519, 563, 705, 748, 775 Volume 1: 199 200, 327 328 Volume 2: 775 Volume 1: 46, 109, 172, 231, 295, 365 Volume 2: 436, 500, 564, 630, 707, 749
Grade 3 9.2 Determine the meaning of a word when an affix is added to a base word. Standard 11: Analyze and critique how the author uses structures in print and multimedia texts to craft informational and argument writing. 11.1 Identify problem and solution, description, and question and answer structures to locate information and gain meaning. Range and Complexity Standard 12: Read independently and comprehend a variety of texts for the purposes of reading for enjoyment, acquiring new learning, and building stamina; reflect and respond to increasingly complex text over time. 12.1 Engage in whole and small group reading with purpose and understanding. 12.3 Read and respond according to task and purpose to become self directed, critical readers and thinkers. Writing Meaning, Context, and Craft (MCC) Standard 1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. 1.1 Write opinion pieces that: introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure that includes reasons; use information from multiple print and multimedia sources; organize supporting reasons logically; use transitional words or phrases to connect opinions and reasons; develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing building on personal ideas and the ideas of others; use paraphrasing and original language to avoid plagiarism; and provide a concluding statement or section. Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A The Following Support this Volume 1: 58, 59, 61, 96, 97, 184, 219, 305 Volume 2: 497, 549, 579 The Following Support this Volume 1: 77, 108, 130, 171, 293, 327, 364 Volume 2: 435, 499, 519, 563, 705, 748, 775 Volume 1: 44 46, 108 109, 171 172, 229 231, 293 295, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 563 564, 629 630, 705 707, 748 749 Volume 1: 44 46, 108 109, 171 172, 229 231, 293 295, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 563 564, 629 630, 705 707, 748 749 Volume 2: 468, 739 Page 6 of 57
Grade 3 Standard 2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 2.1 Write informative/explanatory texts that: introduce a topic and group related information together; use information from multiple print and multimedia sources; include illustrations to aid comprehension; develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details; develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing building on personal ideas and the ideas of others; use paraphrasing and original language to avoid plagiarism; use transition words and phrases to connect ideas within categories of information; develop a style and tone authentic to the purpose; and provide a concluding statement or section. Language (L) Standard 4: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing and speaking. 4.1 When writing: a. show knowledge of the function of nouns, pronouns, verbs adjectives, and adverbs; b. form and use regular and irregular plural nouns; use abstract nouns; c. form and use regular and irregular verbs; d. form and use the simple verb tenses; e. ensure subject verb and pronoun antecedent agreement; f. form and use comparative and superlative adjectives and adverbs, and choose between them depending on what is to be modified; g. form and use prepositional phrases; h. use coordinating and subordinating conjunctions; and i. produce simple, compound, and complex sentences. Standard 5: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. 5.1 Capitalize appropriate words in titles, historical periods, company names, product names, and special events. Page 7 of 57 Volume 1: 78 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 251 252, 325 326, 383 385, 387 388 Volume 2: 464, 517 518, 592 593, 652 653, 734 736, 772 773 Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 255, 328, 387 388 Volume 2: 467 468, 521, 596, 656, 738 739, 777
Grade 3 5.2 Use: a. apostrophes to form contractions and singular and plural possessives; b. quotation marks to mark direct speech; and c. commas in locations and addresses, to mark direct speech, and with coordinating adjectives. 5.3 Use conventional spelling for high frequency words, previously studied words, and for adding suffixes to base words. Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 251 252, 325 326, 383 385, 387 388 Volume 2: 464, 517 518, 592 593, 652 653, 734 736, 772 773 Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 251 252, 325 326, 383 385, 387 388 Volume 2: 464, 517 518, 592 593, 652 653, 734 736, 772 773 5.4 Use spelling patterns and generalizations. Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 255, 328, 387 388 Volume 2: 467 468, 521, 596, 656, 738 739, 777 5.5 Consult print and multimedia sources to check and correct spellings. Range and Complexity (RC) Standard 6: Write independently, legibly, and routinely for a variety of tasks, purposes, and audiences over short and extended time frames. 6.4 Continue to develop effective keyboarding skills. 6.5 Connect upper and lower case letters efficiently and proportionately in cursive handwriting. Communication Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 1: Interact with others to explore ideas and concepts, communicate meaning, and develop logical interpretations through collaborative conversations; build upon the ideas of others to clearly express one s own views while respecting diverse perspectives. 1.1 Explore and create meaning through conversation and interaction with peers and adults. Visual Vocabulary Supports this Volume 1: T95 T111 Volume 2: T215 T231 Volume 1: 1, 31, 57, 146, 158 159, 206, 270, 283 Volume 2: 402, 419, 536, 547, 671, 686 Volume 1: 44 46, 108 109, 171 172, 229 231, 293 295, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 563 564, 629 630, 705 707, 748 749 Page 8 of 57
Grade 3 1.3 Apply techniques of articulation, adequate volume, eye contact, facial expressions, posture, gestures, and space; take one s own turn in a respectful way. 1.4 Engage in focused conversations about grade appropriate topics and texts; build on the ideas of others to clarify thinking and express new thoughts. 1.5 Explain personal ideas and build on the ideas of others by responding and relating to comments made in multiple exchanges. Standard 2: Articulate ideas, claims, and perspectives in a logical sequence using information, findings, and credible evidence from sources. 2.1 Recall information from experiences and gather information from print and multimedia sources; take brief notes from sources, categorize, and organize. 2.2 Report on a topic or text, tell a story, or recount an experience with appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details. 2.4 Speak clearly at an understandable pace, adapting speech to a variety of contexts and tasks; use standard English when indicated or appropriate. Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 77, 78, 108, 109, 130, 171, 172, 293, 295, 327, 328, 364, 365 Volume 2: 435, 436, 499, 500, 519, 521, 563, 564, 705, 707, 748, 749, 775 Activate and Build Knowledge activities, located in each Challenge and Instructional text, support this objective. See, for example: Volume 1: 44, 77, 199, 229, 293, 386 Volume 2: 466, 594, 629, 705, 737, 748 Activate and Build Knowledge activities, located in each Challenge and Instructional text, support this objective. See, for example: Volume 1: 44, 130, 199, 327, 386 Volume 2: 435, 499, 563, 629, 705 Volume 2: 468, 739 Volume 2: 468, 739 Page 9 of 57
Grade 3 Reading Literary Text Principles of Reading (P) Standard 1: Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. Standard 2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds. Standard 3: Know and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. 3.1 Identify and know the meaning of the most common prefixes and derivational suffixes. 3.6 Read grade appropriate irregularly spelled words. Standard 4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. 4.2 Read grade level prose and poetry orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, expression, intonation, and phrasing on successive readings. Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 5: Determine meaning and develop logical interpretations by making predictions, inferring, drawing conclusions, analyzing, synthesizing, providing evidence, and investigating multiple interpretations. 5.1 Ask and answer inferential questions to analyze meaning beyond the text; refer explicitly to the text to support inferences and conclusions. Standard 6: Summarize key details and ideas to support analysis of thematic development. 6.1 Determine the theme by recalling key details that support the theme. Standard 7: Analyze the relationship among ideas, themes, or topics in multiple media, formats, and in visual, auditory, and kinesthetic modalities. Page 10 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Volume 1: 121, 180, 411 412 Volume 2: 809 810, 850 Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Support this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 86, 150, 275 Volume 2: 591, 675, 825, 840, 866
Grade 3 7.1 Explore how illustrations contribute to create mood or emphasize aspects of character or setting. Standard 8: Analyze characters, settings, events, and ideas as they develop and interact within a particular context. 8.1 Use text evidence to: a. describe characters' traits, motivations, and feelings and explain how their actions contribute to the development of the plot; and b. explain the influence of cultural and historical context on characters, setting, and plot development. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Standard 9: Interpret and analyze the author s use of words, phrases, and conventions, and how their relationships shape meaning and tone in print and multimedia texts. 9.1 I Identify and explain how the author uses idioms, metaphor, or personification to shape meaning and style. 9.2 Explain how the author s choice of words, illustrations, and conventions combine to create mood, contribute to meaning, and emphasize aspects of a character or setting. Standard 10: Apply a range of strategies to determine and deepen the meaning of known, unknown, and multiple meaning words, phrases, and jargon; acquire and use general academic and domain specific vocabulary. 10.1 Use paragraph level context to determine the meaning of words or phrases. 10.2 Determine the meaning of a word when an affix is added to a base word. 10.5 Consult print and multimedia resources to find the pronunciation and determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words or phrases. Page 11 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 150 151 Volume 1: 48, 145, 201 202, 292, 342, 437 Volume 2: 490, 586, 636, 735 736 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Support this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Support this Volume 1: 121, 180, 411 412 Volume 2: 809 810, 850 Visual Vocabulary Supports this Volume 1: T95 T111 Volume 2: T215 T231
Grade 3 10.6 Acquire and use general academic and domain specific words or phrases that signal spatial and temporal relationships; demonstrate an understanding of nuances. Standard 12: Analyze and critique how the author uses structures in print and multimedia texts to shape meaning and impact the reader. 12.1 Identify text structures of various genres using the terms paragraph, chapter, scene, and stanza; describe how each part transitions. Range and Complexity (RC) Standard 13: Read independently and comprehend a variety of texts for the purposes of reading for enjoyment, acquiring new learning, and building stamina; reflect and respond to increasingly complex text over time. 13.1 Engage in whole and small group reading with purpose and understanding. 13.3 Read and respond according to task and purpose to become self directed, critical readers and thinkers. Reading Informational Text Principles of Reading (P) Standard 1: Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. Standard 2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds. Standard 3: Know and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. 3.1 Identify and know the meaning of the most common prefixes and derivational suffixes. 3.6 Read grade appropriate irregularly spelled words. Page 12 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Volume 2: 464, 466, 467, 468, 494 495, 566 568, 591 592 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Support this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 121, 180, 411 412 Volume 2: 809 810, 850 Selected Matches Support this
Grade 3 Standard 4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. 4.2 Read grade level prose and poetry orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, expression, intonation, and phrasing on successive readings. Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 5: Determine meaning and develop logical interpretations by making predictions, inferring, drawing conclusions, analyzing, synthesizing, providing evidence, and investigating multiple interpretations. 5.1 Ask and answer inferential questions to determine meaning; refer explicitly to the text to support inferences and conclusions. Standard 6: Summarize key details and ideas to support analysis of central ideas. 6.1 Summarize multi paragraph texts using key details to support the central idea. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Standard 8: Interpret and analyze the author s use of words, phrases, text features, conventions, and structures, and how their relationships shape meaning and tone in print and multimedia texts. 8.1 Explain how the author uses words and phrases to inform, explain, or describe. 8.2 Use knowledge of appendices, timelines, maps, and charts to locate information and gain meaning; explain how these features contribute to a text. Page 13 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 345 347 Volume 2: 526 527, 586 587
Grade 3 Standard 9: Apply a range of strategies to determine and deepen the meaning of known, unknown, and multiple meaning words, phrases, and jargon; acquire and use general academic and domain specific vocabulary. 9.1 Use paragraph level context to determine the meaning of words or phrases. 9.2 Determine the meaning of a word when an affix is added to a base word. 9.5 Acquire and use general academic and domainspecific words or phrases that signal spatial and temporal relationships; demonstrate an understanding of nuances. Standard 11: Analyze and critique how the author uses structures in print and multimedia texts to craft informational and argument writing. 11.1 Identify problem and solution, description, and question and answer structures to locate information and gain meaning. 11.2 Describe the structures an author uses to support specific points. Range and Complexity Standard 12: Read independently and comprehend a variety of texts for the purposes of reading for enjoyment, acquiring new learning, and building stamina; reflect and respond to increasingly complex text over time. 12.1 Engage in whole and small group reading with purpose and understanding. Page 14 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Support this Volume 1: 121, 180, 411 412 Volume 2: 809 810, 850 Volume 2: 464, 466, 467, 468, 494 495, 566 568, 591 592 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 275 277, 345 347, 415 417 Volume 2: 494 496, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 794 796, 840 842
Grade 3 12.3 Read and respond according to task and purpose to become self directed, critical readers and thinkers. Writing Meaning, Context, and Craft (MCC) Standard 2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 2.1 Write informative/explanatory texts that: introduce a topic and group related information together; use information from multiple print and multimedia sources; include illustrations to aid comprehension; develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details; develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing building on personal ideas and the ideas of others; use paraphrasing and original language to avoid plagiarism; use transition words and phrases to connect ideas within categories of information; develop a style and tone authentic to the purpose; and provide a concluding statement or section. Standard 3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective techniques, well chosen details, and wellstructured event sequences. 3.1 Gather ideas from texts, multimedia, and personal experience to write narratives that: develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences; establish a situation and introduce a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally; use dialogue and description of actions, thoughts, and feelings to develop experiences and events or show the responses of characters to situations; develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing building on personal ideas and the ideas of others; use temporal words and phrases to Page 15 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Volume 1: 50 53, 123 126, 204 206, 238 239, 297 298, 345 347, 377 378, 415 417, 442 443 Volume 2: 494 496, 526 527, 566 568, 638 640, 714 716, 741 742, 794 796, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 146 148, 295 296 Volume 2: 593 594, 728 730, 867 868 Volume 1: 152 Volume 2: 523
Grade 3 signal event order; use imagery, precise words, and sensory details to develop characters and convey experiences and events; and provide a sense of closure. Language (L) Standard 4: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing and speaking. 4.1 When writing: a. show knowledge of the function of nouns, pronouns, verbs adjectives, and adverbs; b. form and use regular and irregular plural nouns; use abstract nouns; c. form and use regular and irregular verbs; d. form and use the simple verb tenses; e. ensure subject verb and pronoun antecedent agreement; f. form and use comparative and superlative adjectives and adverbs, and choose between them depending on what is to be modified; g. form and use prepositional phrases; h. use coordinating and subordinating conjunctions; and i. produce simple, compound, and complex sentences. Standard 5: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. 5.1 Capitalize appropriate words in titles, historical periods, company names, product names, and special events. 5.2 Use: a. apostrophes to form contractions and singular and plural possessives; b. quotation marks to mark direct speech; and c. commas in locations and addresses, to mark direct speech, and with coordinating adjectives. 5.3 Use conventional spelling for high frequency words, previously studies words, and for adding suffixes to base words. Page 16 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Volume 1: 88, 239 240, 298 299, 378 379, 444 445 Volume 2: 527 528, 593 594, 677, 742 743, 826 827, 867 868 Volume 1: 88, 239 240, 298 299, 378 379, 444 445 Volume 2: 527 528, 593 594, 677, 742 743, 826 827, 867 868 Volume 1: 88, 239 240, 298 299, 378 379, 444 445 Volume 2: 527 528, 593 594, 677, 742 743, 826 827, 867 868 Volume 1: 88, 239 240, 298 299, 378 379, 444 445 Volume 2: 527 528, 593 594, 677, 742 743, 826 827, 867 868 5.4 Use spelling patterns and generalizations. Volume 1: 88, 239 240, 298 299, 378 379, 444 445
Grade 3 5.5 Consult print and multimedia sources to check and correct spellings. Range and Complexity (RC) Standard 6: Write independently, legibly, and routinely for a variety of tasks, purposes, and audiences over short and extended time frames. 6.1 Write routinely and persevere in writing tasks: a. over short and extended time frames; b. for a range of domain specific tasks; c. for a variety of purposes and audiences; and d. by adjusting the writing process for the task, increasing the length and complexity. 6.4 Continue to develop effective keyboarding skills. 6.5 Connect upper and lower case letters efficiently and proportionately in cursive handwriting. Communication Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 1: Interact with others to explore ideas and concepts, communicate meaning, and develop logical interpretations through collaborative conversations; build upon the ideas of others to clearly express one s own views while respecting diverse perspectives. 1.1 Explore and create meaning through conversation and interaction with peers and adults. 1.2 Participate in discussions; ask questions to acquire information concerning a topic, text, or issue. 1.3 Apply techniques of articulation, adequate volume, eye contact, facial expressions, posture, gestures, and space; take one s own turn in a respectful way. 1.4 Engage in focused conversations about grade appropriate topics and texts; build on the ideas of Page 17 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Volume 2: 527 528, 593 594, 677, 742 743, 826 827, 867 868 Visual Vocabulary Supports this Volume 1: T95 T111 Volume 2: T215 T231 Volume 1: 88, 152, 239 240, 298 299, 378 379, 444 445 Volume 2: 523, 527 528, 593 594, 677, 728 730, 742 743, 822 824, 826 827, 867 868 Volume 1: 13, 31, 184, 314, 332 Volume 2: 460, 477, 609, 624, 759, 809 Points for Discussion Volume 1: 87, 151, 298, 378, 443 Volume 2: 527, 592, 676, 742, 826, 867 Points for Discussion Volume 1: 87, 151, 298, 378, 443 Volume 2: 527, 592, 676, 742, 826, 867 Points for Discussion Volume 1: 87, 151, 298, 378, 443 Volume 2: 527, 592, 676, 742, 826, 867
Grade 3 others to clarify thinking and express new thoughts. 1.5 Explain personal ideas and build on the ideas of others by responding and relating to comments made in multiple exchanges. Standard 2: Articulate ideas, claims, and perspectives in a logical sequence using information, findings, and credible evidence from sources. 2.1 Recall information from experiences and gather information from print and multimedia sources; take brief notes from sources, categorize, and organize. Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B The Following Selected Matches Provide Opportunities to Meet this Points for Discussion Volume 1: 87, 151, 298, 378, 443 Volume 2: 527, 592, 676, 742, 826, 867 The Selected Matches Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 50, 123, 204, 275, 345, 415 Volume 2: 494, 566, 638, 714, 794, 840 Page 18 of 57
Grade 4 Reading Literary Text Principles of Reading (P) Standard 1: Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. Standard 2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds. Standard 3: Know and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. 3.1 Use combined knowledge of all letter sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, base words, and affixes to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context. Standard 4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 5: Determine meaning and develop logical interpretations by making predictions, inferring, drawing conclusions, analyzing, synthesizing, providing evidence, and investigating multiple interpretations. 5.1 Ask and answer inferential questions to analyze meaning beyond the text; refer to details and examples within a text to support inferences and conclusions. Standard 6: Summarize key details and ideas to support analysis of thematic development. 6.1 Determine the development of a theme within a text; summarize using key details. Standard 8: Analyze characters, settings, events, and ideas as they develop and interact within a particular context. 8.1 Use text evidence to: a. explain how conflicts cause the characters to change or revise plans Page 19 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 77 78, 130, 131, 199 200, 253, 254, 327 328, 386 388 Volume 2: 466 468, 519 521, 594 596, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 The Following Support this Volume 1: 77, 132, 199, 253, 254, 386 Volume 2: 466, 594, 654, 737, 775 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 77, 132, 199, 253, 254, 386 Volume 2: 466, 594, 654, 737, 775 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this
Grade 4 while moving toward resolution; and b. explain the influence of cultural, historical, and social context on characters, setting, and plot development. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Standard 9: Interpret and analyze the author s use of words, phrases, and conventions, and how their relationships shape meaning and tone in print and multimedia texts. 9.2 Explain how the author s choice of words, illustrations, and conventions combine to create mood, contribute to meaning, and emphasize aspects of a character or setting. Standard 10: Apply a range of strategies to determine and deepen the meaning of known, unknown, and multiple meaning words, phrases, and jargon; acquire and use general academic and domain specific vocabulary. 10.1 Use definitions, examples, and restatements to determine the meaning of words or phrases. 10.6 Acquire and use general academic and domain specific words or phrases that signal precise actions, emotions, and states of being; demonstrate an understanding of nuances and jargon. Standard 12: Analyze and critique how the author uses structures in print and multimedia texts to shape meaning and impact the reader. 12.1 Explain how a series of chapters, scenes, or stanzas fit together to provide the overall structure of a particular story, drama, or poem. 12.2 Determine characteristics of crafted text structures and describe why an author uses this structure. Range and Complexity (RC) Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 130, 253, 254 Volume 2: 466 467, 594 596, 654 656 The Mini Dialogues Selections Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 20, 34, 89, 99, 151, 161, 212, 221, 285, 340 The vocabulary words are highlighted in each literary selection and are accompanied by a marginal gloss definition. In addition, the Visual Vocabulary Supports this Volume 1: T86 T100 Volume 2: T184 T199 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 77, 132, 199, 253, 254, 386 Volume 2: 466, 594, 629, 654, 737, 775 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 77 78, 132, 199 200, 253, 254, 386 387 Volume 2: 466 468, 594 596, 629 630, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 The Following Provides Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 130, 132 Page 20 of 57
Grade 4 Standard 13: Read independently and comprehend a variety of texts for the purposes of reading for enjoyment, acquiring new learning, and building stamina; reflect and respond to increasingly complex text over time. 13.1 Engage in whole and small group reading with purpose and understanding. 13.3 Read and respond according to task and purpose to become self directed, critical readers and thinkers. Reading Informational Text Principles of Reading (P) Standard 1: Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print. Standard 2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds. Standard 3: Know and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. 3.1 Use combined knowledge of all letter sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, base words, and affixes to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context. Standard 4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 5: Determine meaning and develop logical interpretations by making predictions, inferring, drawing conclusions, analyzing, synthesizing, providing evidence, and investigating multiple interpretations. Page 21 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 77 78, 130, 131, 199 200, 253, 254, 327 328, 386 388 Volume 2: 466 468, 519 521, 594 596, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 Volume 1: 77 78, 130, 131, 199 200, 253, 254, 327 328, 386 388 Volume 2: 466 468, 519 521, 594 596, 654 656, 737 739, 775 777 Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 77 78, 108 109, 130, 171 172, 293 295, 327 328, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 519 521, 563 564, 705 707, 748 749, 737 739, 775 777
Grade 4 5.1 Ask and answer inferential questions to analyze meaning beyond the text; refer to details and examples within a text to support inferences and conclusions. Standard 6: Summarize key details and ideas to support analysis of central ideas. 6.1 Summarize multi paragraph texts using key details to support the central idea. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Standard 8: Interpret and analyze the author s use of words, phrases, text features, conventions, and structures, and how their relationships shape meaning and tone in print and multimedia texts. 8.2 Apply knowledge of text features to gain meaning; describe the relationship between these features and the text. Standard 9: Apply a range of strategies to determine and deepen the meaning of known, unknown, and multiple meaning words, phrases, and jargon; acquire and use general academic and domain specific vocabulary. 9.1 Use definitions, examples, and restatements to determine the meaning of words or phrases. Range and Complexity Standard 12: Read independently and comprehend a variety of texts for the purposes of reading for enjoyment, acquiring new learning, and building stamina; reflect and respond to increasingly complex text over time. 12.1 Engage in whole and small group reading with purpose and understanding. Page 22 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 78, 109, 130, 172, 295, 328, 365 Volume 2: 436, 500, 521, 564, 707, 749 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 78, 109, 130, 172, 295, 328, 365 Volume 2: 436, 500, 521, 564, 707, 749 Volume 1: 44 46, 108 109, 171 172, 229 231, 293 295, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 563 564, 629 630, 705 707, 748 749 The vocabulary words are highlighted in each literary selection and are accompanied by a marginal gloss definition. In addition, the Visual Vocabulary Supports this Volume 1: T86 T100 Volume 2: T184 T199 Volume 1: 44 46, 108 109, 171 172, 229 231, 293 295, 364 365 Volume 2: 435, 499 500, 563 564, 629 630, 705 707, 748 749
Grade 4 12.3 Read and respond according to task and purpose to become self directed, critical readers and thinkers. Writing Meaning, Context, and Craft (MCC) Standard 1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. 1.1 Write opinion pieces that: introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which related ideas are grouped to support the writer s purpose; use information from multiple print and multimedia sources; provide reasons supported by facts and details; use transitional words or phrases to connect opinions and reasons; develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing building on personal ideas and the ideas of others; use paraphrasing, quotations, and original language to avoid plagiarism; and provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented. Standard 2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 2.1 Write informative/explanatory texts that: introduce a topic clearly; use information from multiple print and multimedia sources; group related information in paragraphs and sections; include formatting, illustrations, and multimedia to aid comprehension; develop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic; develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing building on personal ideas and the ideas of others; use paraphrasing, quotations, and original language to avoid plagiarism; link ideas within categories of information using words and phrases; use precise Page 23 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 44 46, 108 109, 171 172, 229 231, 293 295, 364 365 Volume 2: 435, 499 500, 563 564, 629 630, 705 707, 748 749 Volume 2: 468, 739 Volume 1: 78
Grade 4 language and domain specific vocabulary to inform or explain the topic; develop a style and tone authentic to the purpose; and provide a concluding statement or section relate to the information or explanation presented. Language (L) Standard 4: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing and speaking. 4.1 When writing: a. use relative pronouns and relative adverbs; b. form and use the progressive verb tenses; c. use modal auxiliaries to convey various conditions; d. use modal auxiliaries and the progressive verb tenses, recognizing and correcting inappropriate shifts in verb tense; e. order adjectives within sentences according to conventional patterns; f. use relative pronouns and relative adverbs; g. explore using prepositional phrases in different positions within a sentence; h. use coordinating and subordinating conjunctions; use a variety of sentence types to produce complete sentences, recognizing and correcting inappropriate fragments and run ons; and use frequently confused homonyms correctly. Standard 5: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. 5.1 Capitalize names of magazines, newspapers, works of art, musical compositions, organizations, and the first word in quotations. 5.2 Use: a. apostrophes to form possessives and contractions; b. quotation marks and commas to mark direct speech; and c. commas before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence. Page 24 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 251 252, 325 326, 383 385, 387 388 Volume 2: 464, 517 518, 592 593, 652 653, 734 736, 772 773 Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 255, 328, 387 388 Volume 2: 467 468, 521, 596, 656, 738 739, 777 Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 251 252, 325 326, 383 385, 387 388 Volume 2: 464, 517 518, 592 593, 652 653, 734 736, 772 773 5.4 Use spelling patterns and generalizations. Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 255, 328, 387 388 Volume 2: 467 468, 521, 596, 656, 738 739, 777 Range and Complexity (RC)
Grade 4 Standard 6: Write independently, legibly, and routinely for a variety of tasks, purposes, and audiences over short and extended time frames. 6.1 Write routinely and persevere in writing tasks: a. over short and extended time frames; b. for a range of domain specific tasks; c. for a variety of purposes and audiences; and d. by adjusting the writing process for the task, increasing the length and complexity. Communication Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 1: Interact with others to explore ideas and concepts, communicate meaning, and develop logical interpretations through collaborative conversations; build upon the ideas of others to clearly express one s own views while respecting diverse perspectives. 1.1 Explore and create meaning by formulating questions, engaging in purposeful dialogue with peers and adults, sharing ideas and considering alternate viewpoints. 1.2 Participate in discussions; ask and respond to questions to acquire information concerning a topic, text, or issue. 1.4 Engage in focused conversations about grade appropriate topics and texts; build on the ideas of others, pose specific questions, respond to clarify thinking, and express new thoughts. 1.5 Explain personal ideas and build on the ideas of others by responding and relating to comments made in multiple exchanges. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Standard 4: Critique how a speaker addresses content and uses stylistic and structural craft Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A Volume 1: 78, 132, 200, 255, 328, 387 388 Volume 2: 467 468, 521, 596, 656, 738 739, 777 Volume 1: 44 46, 108 109, 171 172, 229 231, 293 295, 364 365 Volume 2: 435 436, 499 500, 563 564, 629 630, 705 707, 748 749 The Following Support this Volume 1: 77, 78, 108, 109, 130, 171, 172, 293, 295, 327, 328, 364, 365 Volume 2: 435, 436, 499, 500, 519, 521, 563, 564, 705, 707, 748, 749, 775 Volume 1: 77, 78, 108, 109, 130, 171, 172, 293, 295, 327, 328, 364, 365 Volume 2: 435, 436, 499, 500, 519, 521, 563, 564, 705, 707, 748, 749, 775 Activate and Build Knowledge activities, located in each Challenge and Instructional text, support this objective. See, for example: Volume 1: 44, 77, 199, 229, 293, 386 Volume 2: 466, 594, 629, 705, 737, 748 Page 25 of 57
Grade 4 techniques to inform, engage, and impact audiences. 4.1 Identify the presentation style a speaker uses to enhance the development of a central idea or theme. 4.2 Determine if the presentation has a purposeful organizational strategy, with appropriate transitions. 4.2 Identify why the speaker: a. uses intonation and word stress; b. includes media; c. addresses the audience; d. determines word choice; and e. incorporates figurative language and literary devices. Language!, 4 th Edition, Level A The Following Provides Opportunities to Meet this Volume 2: 468, 739 The Following Supports this Volume 2: 468, 739 The Following Provides Opportunities to Meet this Volume 2: 468, 739 Page 26 of 57
Grade 4 Reading Literary Text Principles of Reading (P) Standard 2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds. Standard 3: Know and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. 3.1 Use combined knowledge of all letter sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, base words, and affixes to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words in context. Standard 4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. Meaning and Context (MC) Standard 5: Determine meaning and develop logical interpretations by making predictions, inferring, drawing conclusions, analyzing, synthesizing, providing evidence, and investigating multiple interpretations. 5.1 Ask and answer inferential questions to analyze meaning beyond the text; refer to details and examples within a text to support inferences and conclusions. Standard 6: Summarize key details and ideas to support analysis of thematic development. 6.1 Determine the development of a theme within a text; summarize using key details. Standard 8: Analyze characters, settings, events, and ideas as they develop and interact within a particular context. 8.1 Use text evidence to: a. explain how conflicts cause the characters to change or revise plans while moving toward resolution; and b. explain the influence of cultural, historical, and social context on characters, setting, and plot development. Language, Craft, and Structure (LCS) Page 27 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B Selected Matches Support this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Support this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 86, 150, 275 Volume 2: 591, 675, 825, 840, 866 The Following Provides Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 150 151
Grade 4 Standard 9: Interpret and analyze the author s use of words, phrases, and conventions, and how their relationships shape meaning and tone in print and multimedia texts. 9.2 Explain how the author s choice of words, illustrations, and conventions combine to create mood, contribute to meaning, and emphasize aspects of a character or setting. Standard 10: Apply a range of strategies to determine and deepen the meaning of known, unknown, and multiple meaning words, phrases, and jargon; acquire and use general academic and domain specific vocabulary. 10.1 Use definitions, examples, and restatements to determine the meaning of words or phrases. 10.2 Determine the meaning of an unknown word using knowledge of base words and Greek and Latin affixes. 10.6 Acquire and use general academic and domain specific words or phrases that signal precise actions, emotions, and states of being; demonstrate an understanding of nuances and jargon. Standard 12: Analyze and critique how the author uses structures in print and multimedia texts to shape meaning and impact the reader. 12.1 Explain how a series of chapters, scenes, or stanzas fit together to provide the overall structure of a particular story, drama, or poem. Range and Complexity (RC) Standard 13: Read independently and comprehend a variety of texts for the purposes of reading for enjoyment, acquiring new learning, and building stamina; reflect and respond to increasingly complex text over time. 13.1 Engage in whole and small group reading with purpose and understanding. Page 28 of 57 Language!, 4 th Edition, Level B The Following Provides Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 150 151 Visual Vocabulary Supports this Volume 1: T95 T111 Volume 2: T215 T231 The Following Support this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 The Following Provide Opportunities to Meet this Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867 Volume 1: 86 87, 150 151, 275 277 Volume 2: 591 592, 675 676, 825 826, 840 842, 866 867