Vocabulary
Strategies to determine word meaning
Connotation and denotation
Reading Strategies
Advanced phonics skills
Writing Genres
Narrative
Informational
Argument
Literary Elements
Plot, characterization, setting
Dialogue, detail, figurative language
Informational Text Elements
Main idea and supporting details
Visual features
Research and Citation
Note-taking strategies
In-text citations and MLA bibliography
Reading Comprehension
Summarize main and supporting details
Quote accurately and select evidence
Reading Interpretation
Make inferences and draw conclusions
Understand author’s point of view
Writing
Clear purpose and organization
Use evidence and details to support ideas
Correct punctuation, spelling, and grammar