1.1: I can state the parts of a complete sentence
1.2: I can identify subjects and predicates in a sentence
1.3: I can identify and label complete and incomplete sentences
1.4: I can determine if a sentence makes sense
1.5: I can identify what part of the sentence is missing and rewrite the sentence to make it complete
1.6: I can identify incomplete sentences and edit them to make them complete
1.7: I can create sentences using a subject and predicate word bank
2.1: I can state methods of having strong word choice
2.2: I can write synonyms of words
2.3: I can identify strong vocabulary words to replace a weak word in a sentence
2.4: I can identify figurative language in a sentence and determine what kind is being used
2.5: I can add sensory details to my writing
2.6: I can replace old words with strong words in a paragraph
2.7: I can answer questions about word choice after reading a passage
3.1: I can identify the 7 coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS)
3.2: I can correctly use or/and/but in a sentence
3.3: I can combine sentences using or/and/but
3.4: I can write combined sentences using or/and/but
3.5: I can correctly use for/nor/yet/so in a sentence
3.6: I can combine sentences using for/nor/yet/so
3.7: I can write combined sentences using for/nor/yet/so
4.1: I can identify the 3 ways to expand sentences
4.2: I can add adjectives to sentences
4.3: I can add adverbs to sentences
4.4: I can add details to sentences
4.5: I can add adjectives, adverbs, and details to sentences
4.6: I can expand sentences by adding adjectives, adverbs, and/or details
4.7: I can expand a story by rewriting the sentences
5.1: I can identify the parts of a paragraph
5.2: I can highlight the parts of a paragraph
5.3: I can put the parts of a paragraph in order
5.4: I can identify sentences that do not belong in the paragraph
5.5: I can fill in paragraph frames to write complete sentences
5.6: I can complete a paragraph when given topic and closing sentences
5.7: I can write a complete paragraph
6.1: I can identify the different ways to start a topic sentence
6.2: I can find the topic sentence in a paragraph
6.3: I can match topic sentences to paragraphs
6.4: I can choose the topic sentence that best describes the main idea of a paragraph
6.5: I can write a topic sentence for a paragraph
6.6: I can write a toic sentence using all 4 sentence starters
6.7: I can write a complete paragraph using a proper topic sentence
7.1: I can state the strategies for generating ideas
7.2: I can answer discussion prompts
7.3: I can complete graphic organizers to help me write a paragraph
7.4: I can make lists to help generate ideas to write a paragraph
7.5: I can piggyback off a given idea
7.6: I can write a paragraph using an idea generation strategy
8.1: I can state the definition of writing stamina
8.2: I can keep track of my writing stamina on a graph
8.3: I can determine which graphic organizer is best for the different writing pieces
8.4: I can write a paragraph after viewing a visual prompt
8.5: I can write a paragraph after picking a writing prompt
8.6: I can write a paragraph and record my writing stamina
9.1: I can state the definition of a thesis
9.2: I can sort theses from other sentences
9.3: I can highlight the thesis statements and identify topics in paragraphs
9.4: I can rewrite an incorrect thesis statement
9.5: I can write a thesis when given a prompt
9.6: I can state the definition of a claim
9.7: I can sort claims from other sentences
9.8: I can highlight the claims and identify topics in paragraphs
9.9: I can rewrite an incorrect claim
9.10: I can write a claim when given a prompt
10.1: I can state the three parts of an essay
10.2: I can place the three parts of an essay in order
10.3: I can match the parts of an essay to their definitions
10.4: I can state the parts of a body paragraph
10.5: I can determine if information is a reason, elaboration, main topic, or evidence
10.6: I can write a paragraph using a graphic organizer
11.1: I can sort narrative transitions into their proper locations within a story
11.2: I can add narrative transitions to paragraphs
11.3: I can add narrative transitions to a story
11.4: I can sort informational transitions based on their purposes in an essay
11.5: I can add informational transitions to paragraphs
11.6: I can add narrative transitions to a story
11.7: I can sort opinion transitions based on if they are used for reasons or examples
11.8: I can add opinion transitions to paragraphs
11.9: I can add opinion transitions to a story
12.1: I can state the three parts of an introduction of an essay
12.2: I can place the parts of a introductory paragraph in the correct order
12.3: I can identify the missing part of an introductory paragraph
12.4: I can write various leads for topics
12.5: I can highlight the parts of a paragraph and rewrite each part to make it more interesting
12.6: I can write an introduction when given a prompt
13.1: I can state the different types of leads
13.2: I can highlight and label the lead in a paragraph
13.3: I can identify the types of leads and predict what the rest of the paragraph will be about
13.4: I can write a lead when given a paragraph
13.5: I can write an example of each type of lead
14.1: I can identify the purposes of elaboration
14.2: I can identify the evidence, elaboration, and elaboration stem in a sentence
14.3: I can match elaborations sentences to evidence sentences
14.4: I can elaborate on evidence when provided prompts
14.5: I can complete sentences by elaborating on the provided quote
14.6: I can use mentor texts to answer questions and cite evidence
14.7: I can use mentor texts to write a paragraph response to a question
15.1: I can state the three parts of a conclusion
15.2: I can put the parts of a conclusion in the correct order
15.3: I can identify and label the missing part of a conclusion
15.4: I can reword the claim/thesis so that it has the same meaning
15.5: I can highlight and edit parts of paragraphs
15.6: I can write a conclusion and highlight the parts of the conclusion paragraph
16.1: I can describe formal style of language
16.2: I can determine if a sentence uses formal or informal language
16.3: I can circle the sentence that uses a formal style
16.4: I can rewrite sentences using more specific, concrete details
16.5: I can replace personal pronouns with formal words
16.6: I can rewrite sentences to use a formal style of language
16.7: I can rewrite a paragraph using more formal style
17.1: I can state what information to examine to determine if a source is credible
17.2: I can determine whether or not a source is credible
17.3: I can use a checklist to determine the credibility of my source
17.4: I can use lateral reading to check the credibility of a source
17.5: I answer find credible resources while researching topics
17.6: I can keep a research log
18.1: I can list the 7 question words
18.2: I can determine and explain if a question is good or not
18.3: I can state the 6 non-fiction text features
18.4: I can locate text features in a nonfiction book
18.5: I can state the methods of organizing notes
18.6: I can find facts to support research questions
18.7: I can use graphic organizers to answer research questions
18.8: I can conduct a research project
19.1: I can state the difference between paraphrasing and plagiarizing
19.2: I can read a mentor text
19.3: I can determine if a sentence is paraphrased, plagiarized, or quoted
19.4: I can match paraphrased sentences to quotes
19.5: I can paraphrase a quote
19.6: I can answer a research question by paraphrasing information
19.7: I can write an informational paragraph using paraphrasing
20.1: I can state the parts and punctuation of a quote
20.2: I can use a sentence frame to rewrite quotes
20.3: I can punctuate quotes
20.4: I can read a mentor text
20.5: I can select the quote that best answers the research question
20.6: I can answer questions using a quote from the text
20.7: I can write a paragraph that uses quotes
21.1: I can define a bibliography
21.2: I can place bibliography entries in the correct order
21.3: I can correct bibliography errors
21.4: I can use provided information to create a bibliography entry
21.5: I can use provided information to create a bibliography entry that lacks key information
21.6: I can create a bibliography
22.1: I can state the parts of dialogue
22.2: I can add quotation marks to dialgoue
22.3: I can find the tag in sentences
22.4: I can add a tag to lines of dialogue
22.5: I can correct capitalization errors in dialogue
22.6: I can rewrite sentences to include correct punctuation
22.7: I can rewrite dialogue correctly
22.8: I can determine if dialogue is written correctly and make corrections as needed
22.9: I can write dialogue in a story
23.1: I can define the parts of a counterclaim
23.2: I can highlight the parts of a counterclaim
23.3: I can write opposing claims to arguments
23.4: I can determine whether rebuttal are respectful or disrespectful
23.5: I can determine what part of the counterclaim is missing from a paragraph
23.6: I can use paragraph frames to write counterclaims
23.7: I can use sentence starters to write paragraphs
24.1: I can state the definition of revising
24.2: I can use a revision checklist
24.3: I can revise the paragraphs that are off-topic
24.4: I can revise transitions
24.5: I can revise conclusions
24.6: I can answer multiple-choice questions on revising
24.7: I can revise paragraphs using the revision checklist
24.8: I can trade papers with a partner and revise each other's writing
25.1: I can identify common editing marks
25.2: I can edit capitalization errors
25.3: I can edit spelling errors
25.4: I can edit punctuation errors
25.5: I can edit grammar errors
25.6: I can answer multiple-choice questions on editing
25.7: I can use editing marks and the editing checklist to edit a paper
25.8: I can trade papers with a partner and edit each other's writing
I can use capital letter for names and date
I can read and understand books using phonics and decoding strategies
I can identify and use different types of nouns
I can describe nouns using adjectives
I can use verbs to show when something happens
I can use singular, plural, and possessive nouns correctly in sentences
I can identify and write complete sentences with a subject and a predicate
I can tell the difference between a complete sentence and a fragment
I can write different types of sentences to express ideas and feelings
I can use clues in the sentence to figure out what a word means
I can use pronouns like he, she, it and they to take the place of nouns
I can use context to figure out which meaning of a word makes sense in a sentence
I can read and write contractions by combining two words and using an apostrophe
I can use words like first, next, then, and last to show the order of events
I can use present tense verbs to show what is happening right now
I can use past tense verbs to show what happened before now
I can use prepositions like in, on, under, and by to describe where things are
I can write complete sentences with the right word order and punctuation
I can use verbs to show past, present, and future actions
I can use words like and, but, or, so, and because to join ideas together
I can use and choose words that mean the same or almost the same as other words
I can identify and use words that mean the opposite of each other
I can make sure the subject and verb in my sentence agree
I can put words in alphabetical order by looking at the first letter
I can use common beginnings and ending of words to help me understand what they mean
I can make connections between words and how we use them in real life
I can tell the difference between words that mean almost the same thing and choose the best one for what I want to say
I can use adjectives to describe people, places, and things
I can use forms of the verb "to be" (am, is, are, was, were) correctly in sentences
I can use forms of the verb "to have" (have, has, had) correctly in sentences
I can write and identify statements, questions, commands, and exclamations
I can put words in ABC order by looking at the first (and next) letters
I can use words like and, but, or, so, and because to join ideas together
I can use phonics and word patterns to read and spell words
I can identify and use nouns, verbs, adjectives, pronouns, and conjunctions in my writing
I can write opinion, informative, and narrative pieces and revise my writing to make it better
I can read with accuracy and fluency and use strategies to understand stories and informational texts
I can identify and use nouns and adjectives to describe people, places, and things in my writing
I can use personal pronouns correctly to replace nouns in a sentence
I can use verbs to show past, present, and future actions clearly in my writing
I can make sure the subject and verb in my sentence agree so my writing makes sense
I can use adverbs to describe how, when, or where something happens
I can use prepositions and prepositional phrases to add detail in my writing
I can use conjunctions to join words, phrases, and clauses in my writing
I can use capital letters correctly in names, titles, and the beginning of sentences
I can write complete sentences and fix fragments and run-ons
I can choose the correct homophone by using context clues and word meaning
I can use synonyms and antonyms to improve my vocabulary and writing
I can identify and explain similes and metaphors in context
I can use a dictionary to find the meaning, pronunciation, and part of speech of a word
I can use Greek and Latin roots, prefixes, and suffixes to figure out the meaning of new words
I can use commas to separate three or more items in a series
I can use a comma before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence
I can use quotation marks and commas to show when someone is speaking in a sentence
I can place commas and end punctuation correctly when using quotation marks in dialogues
I can identify and use prepositional phrases to add detail to my writing
I can write sentences that include prepositional phrases to show where or when something happens
I can use a comma after a long or introductory prepositional phrase to make my writing clearer
I can order adjectives in a sentence according to conventional patterns
I can use relative adverbs like where, when, and why to connect ideas in a sentence
I can use relative pronouns like who, whose, whom, which, and that to connect parts of a sentence
I can use possessive pronouns like his, her, their, and its to show ownership
I can use modal auxiliaries like can, may, and must to show different conditions or possibilities
I can identify and use irregular verbs correctly in past, present, and future tenses
I can use verb tenses correctly to show when actions happen, including perfect tenses like "have walked"
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