CKLA= Core Knowledge Language Arts
There are two strands in this reading program. One is SKILLS and the other is KNOWLEDGE.
The SKILLS strand:
provides comprehensive instruction in foundational reading skills such as phonological awareness, phonics and word recognition (i.e. letter-sound correspondence and reading by blending), language skills (i.e. English, grammar, spelling), as well as comprehension and writing instruction.
The KNOWLEDGE Strand:
provides cross-curricular information (Science, Social Studies, Health) while developing reading strategies and comprehension.
The FIRST unit in Knowledge introduces fables and stories that have been around for ages and are part of cultural literacy. They contain valuable lessons about ethics and behavior. By exploring them, students will gain a deeper understanding of different types of fiction.
When I assign spelling homework (HW), there will be times when you may choose how you would like to complete your HW. Use the following "Choice Board" to help you. Please note--spelling words will not take place until Unit 3.
*Choice Board* Options:
Choose a couple of the following ways to practice your new words:
Put each word in a complete sentence. Underline the spelling word.
Write each word using a different colored crayon.
Use a blue crayon for the vowels ( a, e, i, o, u) and a red crayon for the consonants (all the other letters of the alphabet!)
Make a pyramid using your words. Ex. s
s a
s a t
Do a physical activity while reciting your words. Ex. Do jumping jacks while saying each letter or toss a ball back and forth with a friend while saying each letter in the word.
Use old newspapers to cut out the letters found in your word.
These are just a few ideas. Try to see if you can come up with your own. Have fun!