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Language Arts K-5 12/05/04
Language Arts - Grade 3

Variety: Reading
The learner will be able to read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.8, #1.3.3, p.8, #1.3.3, F.; F
  
Drama: Respond
The learner will be able to read and respond to a variety of drama.
Strand Scope Source
Drama Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.8, #1.3.3, p.8, #1.3.3, F.; F
  
Drama: Structure/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the structure in drama (e.g., dialogue, story enactment, acts and scenes).
Strand Scope Source
Drama Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.8, #1.3.3, E
  
Genre: Identify/Textual Elements
The learner will be able to identify the purposes and types of text (e.g., literary, informational) before reading.
Strand Scope Source
Genre Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3, p. 2, #1.1.3, A.; A
  
Informational: Understand
The learner will be able to read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. (differentiate fact from opinion in text, distinguish between essential and nonessential information within a text, make inferences from text when studying a topic (e.g., science, social studies) and draw conclusions based on text, analyze text organization and content to derive meaning from text using established criteria.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3, p. 5, #1.2.3, A.; A.;
  
Literary/Art Genres: Conventions
The learner will be able to produce work in at least one literary genre that follows the conventions of that genre.
Strand Scope Source
Genre: Literary/Art Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, p. 6, #1.2.3, C.; C
  
Literature: Understand
The learner will be able to read and understand works of literature.
Strand Scope Source
Literature Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3, p.7, #1.3.3, A.; A
  
Poetry: Structure/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the structure of poetry (e.g., pattern books, predictable books and nursery rhymes).
Strand Scope Source
Poetry Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3, p.7, #1.3.3, D.; D
  
Fiction
The learner will be able to read and understand fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Fiction: Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Fiction: Respond
The learner will be able to read and respond to a variety of fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.8, #1.3.3.; F
  
Nonfiction: Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret nonfiction.
Strand Scope Source
Nonfiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Nonfiction: Respond
The learner will be able to respond to nonfiction materials.
Strand Scope Source
Nonfiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.8, #1.3.3.; F
  
Poetry: Respond
The learner will be able to read and respond to a poem.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.8, #1.3.3.; F
  
World Literature: Read
The learner will be able to read a variety of world literature.
Strand Scope Source
World Literature Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3.; A
  
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Language Expressions
Adjective: Use
The learner will be able to use adjectives in a sentence correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Adjective Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; F
  
Adverb: Use
The learner will be able to correctly use adverbs in a sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Adverb Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; F
  
Compound/Complex: Create
The learner will be able to create grammatically complex sentences.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure: Compound/Complex Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; D
  
Conjunction: Use
The learner will be able to correctly use conjunctions in a sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Conjunction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; F
  
Noun: Use
The learner will be able to use nouns correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Noun Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; F
  
Pronoun: Use
The learner will be able to use pronouns in sentences correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Pronoun Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; F
  
Sentence Structure: Length
The learner will be able to write using a variety of sentence lengths.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; D
  
Verb: Use
The learner will be able to use verbs correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Verb Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3.; F
  
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Language Mechanics
Capitalization: Use
The learner will be able to use capital letters correctly when beginning a sentence, writing the pronoun "I," days of the week, months, and proper nouns.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Applications Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, F.; F
  
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Affective: Literature/Appreciate
The learner will be able to listen to a selection of literature (fiction and/or nonfiction) (relate it to similar experiences, predict what will happen next, retell a story in chronological order, recognize character and tone, identify and define new words and concepts.
Strand Scope Source
Listening Responses: Affective Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
Behaviors: Variety/Attentive
The learner will be able to listen to others (ask questions as an aid to understanding, distinguish fact from opinion.
Strand Scope Source
Listening Behaviors Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, p.13, #1.6.3, A.; A
  
Discussion: Respect Views
The learner will be able to demonstrate respect for others' viewpoints while engaged in a discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3.; D
  
Character: Main
The learner will be able to identify the main character from an orally read passage.
Strand Scope Source
Character Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
Discussion: Ideas
The learner will be able to listen to and understand ideas exchanged in a discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3.; D
  
Discussion: Response
The learner will be able to respond appropriately in a discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3.; D
  
Sequence: Chronological Order
The learner will be able to place events from auditory materials in chronological order.
Strand Scope Source
Sequence Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
Tone: Identify
The learner will be able to identify tone in auditory material.
Strand Scope Source
Tone Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
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Media Form: Understand
The learner will be able to use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced (use electronic media for research, identify techniques used in television and use the knowledge to distinguish between facts and misleading information. develop media project (e.g., script, play, audio tape) for a targeted audience.
Strand Scope Source
Media Form Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, B
  
Purposes: Learning/Thinking
The learner will be able to use media for learning purposes (explain the importance of television, radio, film, and internet in the lives of people, recognize how advertising sells products, show or explain (e.g., audiotape, computer download.
Strand Scope Source
Media Purposes Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.15, #1.6.3, p.15, #1.6.3, F.; F
  
Media Form: Media/Repertoire
The learner will be able to appreciate and use a wide variety of media forms.
Strand Scope Source
Media Form Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, B
  
Advertisement: Purpose
The learner will be able to explain advertisement purposes to others.
Strand Scope Source
Advertisement Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.15, #1.6.3.; F
  
Evaluate: Effectiveness Audience
The learner will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of media messages targeted for a specific audience.
Strand Scope Source
Media Message: Evaluate Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, B
  
Evaluate: Media Message
The learner will be able to evaluate media messages.
Strand Scope Source
Media Message: Evaluate Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, B
  
Film: Explain Impact
The learner will be able to explain the impact of film on everyday life.
Strand Scope Source
Film Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.15, #1.6.3.; F
  
Media Form: Variety/Choose
The learner will be able to choose from a variety of media forms to communicate learned information.
Strand Scope Source
Media Form Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.15, #1.6.3.; F, p.15, #1.6.3.; F
  
Radio: Explain Impact
The learner will be able to explain the impact of radio on everyday life.
Strand Scope Source
Radio Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.15, #1.6.3.; F
  
Television: Explain/Impact
The learner will be able to explain the impact of television on daily life .
Strand Scope Source
Television Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.15, #1.6.3.; F
  
Television: Fact/Differentiate
The learner will be able to differentiate between facts and misleading information presented on television.
Strand Scope Source
Television Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, B
  
Television: Techniques/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize techniques used in television.
Strand Scope Source
Television Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, B
  
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Reading Operations
Variety of Sources: Fluent
The learner will be able to demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading (read familiar materials aloud with accuracy, self correct mistakes, use appropriate rhythm, flow, meter, and pronunciation, read a variety of genres and types of text, demonstrate comprehension (Standards 1.1.3.G) Recommend 25 books/year).
Strand Scope Source
Source Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H, p. 4, #1.1.3, H.; H, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Literary Elements: Identify
The learner will be able to identify elements in stories describing characters, setting and plot.
Strand Scope Source
Character Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3, B
  
Character: Dialogue/Geographic Region
The learner will be able to identify variations in the dialogues of literary characters and relate them to differences in occupation or geographical location.
Strand Scope Source
Character Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.16, #1.7.3, B
  
Literary Device: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the literary devices in stories (rhyme, rhythm, personification).
Strand Scope Source
Literary Device Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3, p.7, #1.3.3, C.; C
  
Monitor: Use/Self-Monitoring
The learner will be able to use self-monitoring strategies to aid in comprehension of reading materials (e.g., predicting, revising predictions, rereading, using headings, graphics, charts, organization of text, adjusting reading rates).
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Monitor Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3, p. 2, #1.1.3, D.; D
  
Post-Reading: Reread/Clarify
The learner will be able to after reading demonstrate understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text. (retell or summarize the major ideas, themes or procedures of the text, connect the new information or ideas in the text known information, clarify ideas and understandings through rereading and discussion, make responsible assertions about the text by citing evidence from the text.
Strand Scope Source
Post-Reading Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3, p. 3, #1.1.3, G.; G
  
Predict Outcome: Content/Organization
The learner will be able to preview the text formats (e.g., title, headings, chapters, and table of contents).
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3, B
  
Purposes: Develop Vocabulary
The learner will be able to acquire a reading vocabulary by identifying and correctly using words (e.g., antonyms, synonyms, categories of words). Use a dictionary when appropriate.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3, E
  
Prior Knowledge: Textual Information
The learner will be able to form connections between prior knowledge and/or experience to events and information within a text.
Strand Scope Source
Prior Knowledge Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Variety of Sources: Reading Selections
The learner will be able to read and comprehend material from a variety of sources.
Strand Scope Source
Source Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Classification: Essential
The learner will be able to classify textual information as essential to reading comprehension.
Strand Scope Source
Classification Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3.; A
  
Classification: Non-Essential
The learner will be able to classify textual information as non-essential to reading comprehension.
Strand Scope Source
Classification Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3.; A
  
Construct Meaning: Correct Mistakes
The learner will be able to recognize and correct his/her own reading mistakes.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Events: Predict Future/Next
The learner will be able to predict a future event or the next event that will occur in a story.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting: Events Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
Fact/Opinion
The learner will be able to distinguish between fact and opinion.
Strand Scope Source
Fact/Opinion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3.; A
  
Fact/Opinion: Context
The learner will be able to distinguish between fact and opinion in the context of a passage.
Strand Scope Source
Fact/Opinion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3.; A
  
Human Experience: Relate
The learner will be able to relate the human experience as it is presented in literature to real world scenarios and the human experience.
Strand Scope Source
Themes: Human Experience Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
Personification: Use
The learner will be able to identify the use of personification in a reading passage.
Strand Scope Source
Personification Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3.; C
  
Plot: Describe
The learner will be able to describe the plot of a literary passage.
Strand Scope Source
Plot Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3, B
  
Reading Behaviors: Comprehension
The learner will be able to demonstrate comprehension skills.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Reread: Clarify/Ideas
The learner will be able to reread material to clarify ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Reread Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Response: Discuss/Clarify
The learner will be able to discuss reading material to clarify ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Discussions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Rhyme: Identify/Use/Literary Selection
The learner will be able to identify the use of rhyme in a literary selection.
Strand Scope Source
Literary Device: Rhyme Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3.; C
  
Rhythm: Rhythmical Patterns
The learner will be able to identify rhythmical patterns in a literary selection.
Strand Scope Source
Literary Device: Rhythm Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3.; C
  
Setting: Describe
The learner will be able to describe the setting of a literary work.
Strand Scope Source
Setting Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3, B
  
Story Elements: Identify
The learner will be able to identify story elements.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.7, #1.3.3, B
  
Summarize: Main Ideas
The learner will be able to summarize main ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Summary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3.; C, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Support: Evidence
The learner will be able to support his/her assertions about a text with evidence.
Strand Scope Source
Support Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
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Discussion: Participate
The learner will be able to contribute to discussions (ask relevant questions, respond with appropriate information or opinions to questions asked, listen to and acknowledge the contributions of others, display appropriate turn-taking behaviors.
Strand Scope Source
Group Communication: Discussion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, p.14, #1.6.3, D.; D
  
Formal: Speaking Skills/Appropriate
The learner will be able to speak using skills appropriate to formal speech situations (use appropriate volume, pronounce most words accurately, pace speech so that it is understandable, demonstrate an awareness of audience.
Strand Scope Source
Communication: Formal Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, p.13, #1.6.3, C.; C
  
Group: Participate
The learner will be able to participate in small and large group discussions and presentations (participate in everyday conversation, give oral readings, deliver short reports (e.g., show and tell, field trip summary) conduct short interviews, give simple directions and explanations, report an emergency.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Group Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Audience: Prepare/Deliver
The learner will be able to prepare and deliver an oral presentation that demonstrates an awareness of audience.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Audience Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3.; C
  
Oral Interpretation: Audience
The learner will be able to deliver oral readings to a variety of audiences.
Strand Scope Source
Oral Composition/Interpretation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Conversation: Engage
The learner will be able to engage in a conversation.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Directions: Give/Simple
The learner will be able to give simple directions.
Strand Scope Source
Directions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Discussion: Focus
The learner will be able to actively participate in large group discussions focusing on a topic or theme.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Discussion: Peers
The learner will be able to clarify understanding through a discussion with peers.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3.; G
  
Discussion: Role/Small Group
The learner will be able to participate in his/her assigned role during a small group discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Group: Take Turns
The learner will be able to take turns when involved in group discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Group Communication Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3.; D
  
Informal: Explanation/Simple
The learner will be able to give a simple explanation.
Strand Scope Source
Communication: Informal Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Interview: Brief
The learner will be able to conduct a brief interview.
Strand Scope Source
Interview Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Oral Composition: Oral Report
The learner will be able to present a brief oral report.
Strand Scope Source
Oral Composition/Interpretation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Pace: Understandable
The learner will be able to speak at an understandable pace.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic: Pace Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3.; C
  
Practices: Read Aloud
The learner will be able to read familiar materials aloud accurately.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Practices Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Problem: Emergency
The learner will be able to report an emergency.
Strand Scope Source
Problem/Solution Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3, E
  
Pronunciation: Pronounce Clearly
The learner will be able to pronounce words clearly.
Strand Scope Source
Pronunciation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Questions: Ask Relevant
The learner will be able to ask relevant questions.
Strand Scope Source
Questions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.14, #1.6.3.; D
  
Questions: Clarify
The learner will be able to ask questions to clarify his/her understanding.
Strand Scope Source
Questions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3.; A
  
Rhythm: Incorporate
The learner will be able to incorporate rhythm into his/her speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Rhythm/Rhyme Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Vocal Characteristic: Flow
The learner will be able to speak with an appropriate flow of words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Vocal Characteristic: Meter
The learner will be able to use appropriate meter when speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 4, #1.1.3.; H
  
Volume: Appropriate/Occasion
The learner will be able to use appropriate volume for a given speaking occasion.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic: Volume Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3.; C
  
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Emergent Spelling: Common Words
The learner will be able to spell common words correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Spelling Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, F.; F
  
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Study and Research Skills
Process: Information/Written
The learner will be able to gather, record, and organize information for written reports.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills: Processes Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, B
  
Research Skills: Topic/Self-Selected
The learner will be able to select a topic for research.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, p.17, #1.8.3, A.; A
  
Sources: Recognizing
The learner will be able to recognize appropriate, accurate, and available resources for investigating specific questions or topics.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Book Parts: Guide Words/Use
The learner will be able to use guide words in books to locate information.
Strand Scope Source
Book Parts Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Dictionary: Use
The learner will be able to use a dictionary to locate information.
Strand Scope Source
Dictionary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3, E
  
Document: Understand/Variety
The learner will be able to understand a variety of documents.
Strand Scope Source
Public Information: Documents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3, p. 5, #1.2.3, A.; A
  
Informational Text: Criteria/Analyze
The learner will be able to use established criteria to analyze content of informational texts.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3, p. 5, #1.2.3, A.; A
  
Notes: Structured Format
The learner will be able to take notes using a structured format.
Strand Scope Source
Notes: Taking/Organizing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, p.17, #1.8.3, C.; C
  
Organization: Criteria/Analyze
The learner will be able to use established criteria to analyze organization in texts.
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3, p. 5, #1.2.3, A.; A
  
Print Style: Illustrations
The learner will be able to use illustrations to enhance writing.
Strand Scope Source
Print Style Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.9, #1.4.3, p.9, #1.4.3.; A, p.9, #1.4.3, B.; A, p.9, #1.4.3, B
  
Research Skills: Appropriate Strategies
The learner will be able to locate information using appropriate sources and strategies (locate resources (e.g., newspaper, dictionary), select sources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, interviews to write a family history, observations and electronic media), use table of contents, key words, and guide words, use traditional and electronic tools.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Research Skills: Central Ideas
The learner will be able to organize and present the main ideas from the research (take notes from sources using a structured format, summarize, orally or in writing, the main ideas).
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, p.17, #1.8.3, C.; C
  
Research Skills: Draw Conclusion
The learner will be able to draw conclusions about reference information collected for a specific purpose.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 5, #1.2.3, p. 5, #1.2.3, A.; A
  
Research Skills: Key Words
The learner will be able to use key words to locate information.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Research Skills: Search Strategies
The learner will be able to use search strategies to locate electronic information.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Research Skills: Traditional/Search
The learner will be able to use traditional search methods.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Research Technology
The learner will be able to use technology to aid in the research process.
Strand Scope Source
Research Technology Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 6, #1.2.3, B
  
Sources: Locate
The learner will be able to locate appropriate sources of information.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Sources: Variety/Locate
The learner will be able to locate a variety of sources.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
Table of Contents: Choose
The learner will be able to select and use the table of contents as a reference source.
Strand Scope Source
Table of Contents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.17, #1.8.3, B
  
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Content Area: Use
The learner will be able to understand the meaning of and use correctly new vocabulary learned in various subject areas.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Content Area Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3, p. 3, #1.1.3, F.; F
  
Strategies: Meaning/Phonics
The learner will be able to use knowledge of phonics, word analysis (e.g., root words, prefixes, and suffixes), syllabication, picture and context clues to decode and understand new words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3, p. 2, #1.1.3, C.; C
  
Foreign Words: Meaning/Identify
The learner will be able to identify words from other languages that are commonly used English words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Foreign Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.16, #1.7.3, p.16, #1.7.3, A.; A
  
Strategies: Meaning/Pictures
The learner will be able to identify and determine the meaning of a word by using pictures.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3.; C
  
Vocabulary: Read/Identify/Understand
The learner will be able to read, identify, and understand grade specific vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 3, #1.1.3, E
  
Context: New Word/Decode
The learner will be able to use context clues to decode new words.
Strand Scope Source
Context Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3.; C
  
Context: New Word/Understand
The learner will be able to use context clues to understand new words.
Strand Scope Source
Context Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3.; C
  
Strategies: Define/Unknown
The learner will be able to define unknown words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies: Unfamiliar Words Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
Syllabication: New Word/Decode
The learner will be able to use syllabication to decode new words.
Strand Scope Source
Syllabication Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3.; C
  
Syllabication: New Word/Understand
The learner will be able to use syllabication to understand new words.
Strand Scope Source
Syllabication Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3.; C
  
Unfamiliar Words: Monitor Text
The learner will be able to monitor text for unfamiliar vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies: Unfamiliar Words Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
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Expository: Informational Genres
The learner will be able to write informational pieces such as descriptions, letters, reports, and instructions, using illustrations when relevant.
Strand Scope Source
Expository Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.9, #1.4.3, B
  
Style: Awareness/Variety
The learner will be able to write with an awareness of the stylistic aspects of composition (use sentences of differing lengths and complexities, use descriptive words and action verbs.
Strand Scope Source
Style Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, D.; D
  
Descriptive: Action Verbs
The learner will be able to write using action verbs.
Strand Scope Source
Descriptive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, D.; D
  
Descriptive: Language
The learner will be able to use descriptive language in his/her writing.
Strand Scope Source
Descriptive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, D.; D
  
Detail: Missing Information/Identify
The learner will be able to revise writing by identifying missing information and details.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content/Detail Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, E
  
Detail: Relevant/Choose
The learner will be able to choose details relevant to the topic of a written work.
Strand Scope Source
Support: Detail Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, B
  
Details: Write/Specific
The learner will be able to write a narrative which includes specific details.
Strand Scope Source
Narrative: Detail Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.9, #1.4.3, p.9, #1.4.3, A.; A
  
Drafting: Comprehensive Content
The learner will be able to exhibit comprehensive content in his/her writing.
Strand Scope Source
Drafting Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, B
  
Edit: Punctuation
The learner will be able to edit for correct use of punctuation.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, F.; F
  
Edit: Standard English Conventions
The learner will be able to edit writing using the conventions of language (spell common words correctly, use capital letters correctly, punctuate correctly, use nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and conjuctions properly, use complex sentences).
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, F.; F
  
Evaluating Writing: Decide/Appropriate
The learner will be able to evaluate writing to decide if the content is appropriate.
Strand Scope Source
Evaluating Writing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, B
  
Focus: Sharpen
The learner will be able to write with a sharp, distinct focus identifying topic, task, and audience.
Strand Scope Source
Clarity/Focus Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, p.11, #1.5.3, A.; A
  
Narrative: Write
The learner will be able to write a narrative pieces such as stories, poems, and plays that include: detailed descriptions of people, places, things, relevant illustrations and literary elements (Standard 1.3.3.B).
Strand Scope Source
Narrative Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.9, #1.4.3, p.9, #1.4.3, A.; A
  
Organization: Beginning/Middle/End
The learner will be able to organize writing by including a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, p.11, #1.5.3, C.; C
  
Organization: Controlled
The learner will be able to write with controlled and/or subtle organization (sustain a logical order).
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, p.11, #1.5.3, C.; C
  
Paragraph: Central Idea
The learner will be able to develop paragraphs with a focused central idea.
Strand Scope Source
Paragraph Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, B
  
Persuasive: Factual
The learner will be able to write an opinion and support it with facts.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.10, #1.4.3, p.10, #1.4.3, C.; C
  
Prewriting: Topic/Appropriateness
The learner will be able to identify a topic that is appropriate for a specific purpose and audience.
Strand Scope Source
Prewriting Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, p.11, #1.5.3, A.; A
  
Publishing: Prepare Works
The learner will be able to present and/or defend written work for publication when appropriate.
Strand Scope Source
Publishing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, G.; G
  
Revise: Logical Order
The learner will be able to revise writing to improve detail and order by identifying missing information and determining if ideas follow logically.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, E
  
Sentence Content: Describe Nouns
The learner will be able to write to describe people, places, animals, and/or objects.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.9, #1.4.3, p.9, #1.4.3, A.; A
  
Sentence: Complete/Create
The learner will be able to create complete written sentences.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Writing: Sentence Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.12, #1.5.3, p.12, #1.5.3, F.; F
  
Sequence: Logical Order
The learner will be able to sequence ideas in logical order.
Strand Scope Source
Sequence Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, p.11, #1.5.3, C.; C
  
Story Elements: Use
The learner will be able to use story elements in writing.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.9, #1.4.3, p.9, #1.4.3, A.; A
  
Support: Detail/Appropriate
The learner will be able to choose details appropriate for the topic of a written work.
Strand Scope Source
Support Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, B
  
Topic: Distinct Focus
The learner will be able to write using well developed content appropriate for the topic. (gather and organize information, write a series of related sentences or paragraphs with one central idea, incorporate details relevant and appropriate to the topic.
Strand Scope Source
Topic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.11, #1.5.3, p.11, #1.5.3, A.; B
  
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Information Processing
Information/Concept Processing: Define
The learner will be able to define new concepts.
Strand Scope Source
Information/Ideas: Processing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
Information/Concept Processing: Identify
The learner will be able to identify new concepts.
Strand Scope Source
Information/Ideas: Processing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3, B
  
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Technology
Internet: Impact/Explain
The learner will be able to explain the impact of the Internet on daily life.
Strand Scope Source
Internet Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.15, #1.6.3.; F
  
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Word Analysis
Word: Pronounce/Accurately
The learner will be able to pronounce most words accurately.
Strand Scope Source
Word Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p.13, #1.6.3.; C
  
Word Structure: Identify Meaning
The learner will be able to identify the meaning of words by applying structural analysis.
Strand Scope Source
Word Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3.; C
  
Word: Analysis/Understand
The learner will be able to use word analysis skills to understand new words.
Strand Scope Source
Word Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 3, p. 2, #1.1.3.; C
  
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