Language Arts
Grade level: 3rd grade
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Phonics/Decoding Skills and Decoding Longer Words |
Contractions; compound words; syllabication patterns; affixes |
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Comprehension Skills |
Distinguish between fantasy/realism; compare/contrast; predict outcomes; understand sequence of events; recognize story structure; determine cause and effect; determine text organization; draw conclusions; categorize and classify; note important details; recognize main idea, topic, and supporting details; follow directions both oral and written; make inferences; make judgments; solve problems/make decisions; make generalizations; understand genres; recognize author’s viewpoint; recognize fact and opinion |
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Comprehension Strategies |
Predict/infer; summarize; phonics/decoding; evaluate; question; monitor/clarify |
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Information and Study Skills |
Use graphic aids including charts, tables, graphs, schedules, time lines, diagrams, maps, and calendars; follow directions; locate/use parts of a book; use print references; take notes; use multimedia resources; use a dictionary/glossary; use the library |
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Spelling/Vocabulary |
Build words with short vowels; recognize sound and letter patterns; understand word structure; correctly spell words frequently misspelled; alphabetical order; antonyms; synonyms; homophones; multiple-meaning words; compound words; use dictionary, glossary, and a thesaurus; word families; use context; make analogies |
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Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics |
Punctuation; capitalization; complete sentences; types of sentences; subjects and predicates; nouns; plurals; verbs; possessives; present, past, and future tense; subject-verb agreement; irregular verbs; adjectives; comparisons; pronouns; adverbs |
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Writing/Revision Skills |
Use exact words |
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Proofreading Skills |
Capitalize/punctuate; use complete sentences; spell accurately; use correct grammar and usage |
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Modes of Writing |
Write a story; descriptive writing; write instructions/directions; write a personal narrative; write a research report; expository writing |