English Language Arts
Curriculum
Grade 4
Foundational Skills
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read multisyllable words, applying knowledge of syllabication patterns, roots and affixes
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read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension
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read with purpose and understanding
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use context to confirm or correct word recognition during reading
Reading
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summarize texts and determine a main idea or theme supported by evidence
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refer to details and examples in text to support an inference
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describe the overall structure in parts of texts and explain how the parts are connected
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determine the meaning of general and academic words
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compare/contrast themes, points of view and key details presented in text
Writing/Language
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write opinion pieces, such as persuasive and literary essays
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write narratives, such as personal narrative and realistic fiction
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write informational pieces, based on expertise and research
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strengthen writing through editing and revising
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use precise vocabulary to inform or explain about a topic
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demonstrate command of grammar conventions and usage when writing or speaking
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demonstrate command in spelling, punctuation and grammar when writing
Speaking and Listening
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have meaningful conversations and contribute to others' ideas
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determine main ideas and supporting ideas of a text read orally
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provide reasons that are supported by facts and details
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pose and respond to questions to clarify or develop a topic being discussed
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report on a topic accurately, using appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive detail
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differentiate between contexts that call for formal versus informal voice and language
Site Based on the CCS, some of the skills students will be developing in Grade 4 include...
