Reading Checklist 1. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies of the reading process (680.01) A. Uses decoding strategies to fluently read grade-level material demonstrates phonemic awareness identifies words within a sentence distinguishes syllables within words recognizes and generates rhyming words imitates sounds and discriminates between two sounds isolates initial and final sounds in a word blends phonemes into words segments and manipulates phonemes within and between words uses basic elements of phonetic and structural analysis to decode unknown words recognizes vowel letters in words identifies letters and their sounds within the context of a given blends letter sounds into words identifies familiar word parts (e.g., er, ing, an, ar) applies familiar letter patterns when decoding a new word substitutes and matches individual sounds within and between words recognizes and reads words with silent letters (final e, adjacent vowels) uses knowledge of common prefixes, suffixes, and root words to gain meaning uses self-correction strategies recognizes miscues based on context searches pictures for cues rereads to confirm corrections B. Uses a variety of techniques to improve comprehension uses pictures and prior knowledge to make predictions about content and develop a purpose for reading integrates visual, structural and meaning cues to gain understanding of a text applies knowledge of compound words, contractions and homophones reads and understands grade-specific vocabulary words uses punctuation marks to read text with meaning C. Uses a variety of techniques to improve fluency reads aloud familiar stories and poems with attention to rhythm, flow, and meter readily reads high-frequency sight words participates in rereading text II. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies for reading a variety of literary texts (680.01,.02,.03) A. Applies reading skills and strategies to a variety of literary passages and texts reads predictable books reads picture books reads fiction reads nonfiction reads poems reads nursery rhymes reads fairy tales B. Explores characteristics of a variety of literary forms and genres compares plots, settings and characters of stories retells basic plots or main ideas of fiction and nonfiction C. Understands elements of literary genres identifies main characters and setting in stories sequences main events in stories identifies the main ideas or theme of a story makes simple inferences regarding the order of events and possible outcomes distinguishes between reality and fantasy in stories D. Makes personal connections with literature explores a variety of books and authors informally shares opinions of books relates stories to personal experiences
III. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies for reading for a variety of informational texts (680.02,.03,.04,.05) A. Applies reading skills and strategies to a variety of informational articles B. Identifies and uses the various parts of a book finds words in a glossary finds topics and page numbers in a table of contents C. Locates and gathers information for a variety of purposes D. Develops study skills alphabetizes to the first letter follows simple written directions understands the main idea of simple expository information helps develop group summaries and visual webs demonstrates critical listening skills by responding to who, what, when and why questions relates new information to prior knowledge and experience classifies pictures and objects
Writing Checklist I. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies of the writing process (681.01,.02,.03) A. Prewriting: Uses strategies to plan written work draws pictures to generate ideas discusses ideas with peers or adult refers to topic chart B. Drafting and revising: Uses a variety of strategies to draft and revise written work translates oral language to written using phonetic skills uses writing frames rereads responds to suggestions C. Editing and publishing: Uses a variety of strategies to edit and publish selected written work proofreads and edits for grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling at a developmentally appropriate level rewrites or uses ascribe incorporates illustrations or photos shares finished product D. Evaluates own and others' writing asks questions makes comments E. Writes with a beginning awareness of descriptive language and a logical sequence of events develops and organizes sentences related to a topic includes a beginning, middle, and end uses descriptive vocabulary in written compositions F. Writes in response to literature G. Writes in a variety of formats writes stories writes letters writes poems writes picture books II. Demonstrates competence in the stylistic and rhetorical aspects of writing (681.02) A. Uses general, frequently used words to convey ideas III. Uses grammatical and mechanical conventions in written compositions (681.01,.02) A. Fluently forms letters in print and leaves spaces between words B. Uses conventions of spelling in written compositions spells high-frequency words from grade-level list utilizes a word wall or dictionary uses phonetic knowledge and word patterns to attempt spelling of unfamiliar words) C. Begins to use conventions of capitalization in written compositions capitalizes first word in a sentence capitalizes proper nouns (people, cities, states, days, months, holidays) D. Begins to use conventions of punctuation in written compositions uses period or question mark at end of sentence uses commas in series and dates IV.Gathers and uses information for research purposes A. Generates questions about topics of personal interest B. Uses books or other media to gather information for research topics consults magazines uses pictures and charts locates table of contents
Speaking I. Demonstrates competence in the general skills of speaking (683.01, 683.03) A. Speaks fluently and appropriately uses the characteristic sounds and rhythms of the language uses grade-level vocabulary identifies differences in language used in private and in public, e.g., at home and at school uses different vocal levels, phrasing, and intonation for different situations B. Speaks to share understanding of information participates in whole class, small group, and individual discussions shares in front of group responds to questions with appropriate comments recounts personal experiences reports on personal knowledge about a topic expresses opinions II. Speaks for literary response, and expression (683.01,.02) A. Shares personal and/or literary works B. Interprets literary works chorally recites familiar stories, poems, and rhymes performs plays reads orally for class participates in dramatic readings III. Speaks for critical analysis and evaluation (683.03) A. Expresses opinions to help solve problems B. Uses cause and effect to support a key point C. Uses similarities and differences when evaluating situations or objects Listening I. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies of the listening process (682.01,.03,.04) A. Demonstrates appropriate listening behaviors makes eye contact takes turns in conversation maintains attention B. Listens for information and understanding listens and responds to a variety of electronic and live presentations follows three-step oral directions C. Listens for critical analysis and evaluation listens for specific answers in order to respond with appropriate feedback D. Clarifies aural input asks questions comments paraphrases and summarizes retells II. Listens for literary response and expression (682.02) A. Interprets and responds to a variety of oral presentations B. Discusses similarities and differences between and among a variety of oral presentations
Viewing I. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies of viewing (684.01,.02,.03) A. Views for information and understanding gains information from visual sources o drama o video o computer images o other graphic sources o identifies main concept and supporting details within non-print media B. Views for personal response and expression explores visual media for ideas, relationships, and cultural awareness responds to content of visual media C. Views for critical analysis and evaluation differentiates between fact and fantasy explains, compares, and contrasts a variety of presentations explores communications through non-print media