CKLA October Learning Targets

We will identify evidence from the text so I can answer content focused questions about ancient civilizations.

We will separate important information from surrounding details so I can annotate/ take notes about text content within planning for an informative essay.

We will define the meaning of prefixes and root words so that I can decode words within content.

We will identify useful phrases for expressing similarities and differences so that I can compare and contrast ancient civilizations.

CKLA September Learning Targets

I will identify traits of various genres so I can compose a personal narrative.

I will identify descriptive language such as personification, similes, and metaphors so I can use it to compose a personal narrative.

I will use evidence from the text so I can define an author’s point of view and tone.

I will annotate text while reading so I can demonstrate active understanding and connection within building content knowledge.

CKLA Nov. & Dec. Learning Targets

I will identify character qualities and plot development so that I can compare and contrast roles and events.

I will use evidence from the text so that I can write short responses to text-based questions.

I will use details from the text so that I can write a persuasive essay debating if Don Quixote’s good intentions justify the chaos he creates.

CKLA Jan. Learning Targets: The Renaissance

We will define vocabulary so that we can deepen our understanding of the text.

We will use evidence from the text so that we can write short responses to text-based questions.

We will identify details from the text so that we can explain the cause and effects of the Renaissance.

We will utilize research from at least 2 sources so that we can write a biography about a Renaissance artist.

CLKA feb. learning targets: Poetry

I will use context clues and inferencing so that I can identify tone within poetry and create poems with personal tone/voice.

I will define similes and metaphors so that I can identify each throughout poetry and use them when composing poems to increase reader understanding.

I will recognize rhyme schemes and meter rhythms within poetry so that I can read and compose poetry with fluency and expression.

CKLA March Learning Targets:

Shakespeare’s - A Midsummer Night’s Dream

We will define vocabulary using context clues so that we can deepen our understanding of the text.

We will use evidence from the text so that we can identify characters’ traits and actions.

We will analyze details from the text so that we can answer key questions about the story and characters.

We will utilize information from the text so that we can write from different characters’ perspectives.

CKLA April Learning Targets:

Native Americans

We will define vocabulary using context clues so that we can deepen our understanding of the text.

We will use evidence from the text so that we can compare and contrast different Native American tribes.

We will analyze details from the text so that we can answer key questions about the Native American history.

We will utilize information from the text so that we can compose a persuasive essay to argue what European actions had the biggest impact on Native American tribes based on region.