Grade Seven Langauge Arts

Essential Learner Outcomes

RLAE.7.1 - Determine two or more themes or central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text. Draw evidence from literary or informational text to support analysis, reflection, and research.

RLAE.7.2 - Analyze how an author develops and contrasts the points of view of different characters or narrators in a text, including those from diverse cultures.

RLAE.7.3-Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

RLAE.7.4 - Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

RLAE.7.5 - Write narratives and other creative texts.

RLAE.7.6 - Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

RLAE.7.7 - Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking; capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

RLAE.7.8 - Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings to extend word consciousness.