Language Arts-
4th Grade Lesson Plan

Synonyms-The student will demonstrate knowledge by determining the meaning of synonyms from grade level appropriate vocabulary, by correctly choosing a given word or phrase that means the same thing, in reading activities that incorporate explicit instruction and application.

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Antonyms-The student will demonstrate knowledge by determining the meaning of antonyms from grade level appropriate vocabulary, by correctly choosing a given word or phrase that means the opposite, in reading activities that incorporate explicit instruction and application.

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Prefixes-The student will be able to analyze and determine the correct meaning of a word, based on the prefix of the root word or how the prefix is used in the context of a passage.

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Suffixes-The student will be able to analyze and determine the correct meaning of a word, based on the suffix of the root word or how the suffix is used in the context of a passage.

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Homophones-The student will be able to identify and select the appropriate homophone or word that sounds the same, based on the context of a passage which fits the best meaning of the given word or phrase.

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Idioms-The student will be able to identify and analyze the author's use of idioms, based on the context of a passage and how these expressions are used in literal and interpretative information.

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Think Aloud Level 1-Use the reading comprehension process skills of summarizing, predicting, visualizing, questioning, and clarifying with extensive scaffolding and support, through think aloud prompts.

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Think Aloud Level 2-Use the reading comprehension process skills of summarizing, predicting, visualizing, questioning, and clarifying with scaffolding and support, through think aloud prompts.

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Think Aloud Level 3-Use the reading comprehension process skills of summarizing, predicting, visualizing, questioning, and clarifying to independently read and comprehend texts with minimal think aloud support.

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Summarizing-Make a summary or paraphrase information from literary or expository text.

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Plot-Identify plot by using story elements including the main problem and solution.

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Main Idea & Supporting Details - Non-Fiction-Identify the main idea(s) using the supporting details in an expository text.

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Main Idea and Theme - Fiction-Identify the main idea(s) or theme(s), distinguishing them/it from supporting details in a literary text.

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Sequential Order-Identify literary or expository text that is organized in sequential/chronological order using words (first, next, last, then, finally, etc.) or phrases (to begin with, in addition to, etc.) to signal sequence or chronology.

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Fact and Opinion-Distinguish between fact and opinion in an expository text.

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Charts and Graphs-Read, interpret, and make predictions using charts, graphs, diagrams, maps or other graphic representations.

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Cause and Effect-Identify and distinguish between cause and effect in expository and literary texts.

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Author's Purpose-Identify and use knowledge of the author's purpose to comprehend the writing of a literary or expository text.

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Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions-Use knowledge, information, and ideas from literary or expository texts to make inferences about the text (e.g., make inferences, draw conclusions, make generalizations, infer sequence of events, and infer a character's feelings, or traits).

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Compare and Contrast-Compare and contrast characters, settings, ideas, information and/or plot within a text or between two or more genre sources (literary or expository), that includes figurative language such as similes and personification.

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State Simulation Test-Students will demonstrate knowledge of comprehension skills on grade level appropriate literary and expository passages, with questions that simulate a high-stakes assessment.

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Reading & Responding-The student will learn thematic content through discovery and achieve comprehension by reading literature with emphasis on vocabulary. Authentic fiction literature is included.

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Language Arts -Through a series of learning activities focused on discovery, recognition, and application, the student will practice language arts skills. These activities have direct instruction, practice, and scored assessment.

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Reading & Responding-The student will learn thematic content through discovery, and achieve comprehension by reading literature with emphasis on vocabulary. Authentic fiction literature is included.

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Language Arts -Through a series of learning activities focused on discovery, recognition, and application, the student will practice language arts skills. These activities have direct instruction, practice, and scored assessment.

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Reading & Responding-The student will learn thematic content through discovery and achieve comprehension by reading literature with emphasis on vocabulary. Authentic nonfiction literature is included.

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Language Arts -Through a series of learning activities focused on discovery, recognition, and application, the student will practice language arts skills. These activities have direct instruction, practice, and scored assessment.

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Reading & Responding-The student will learn thematic content through discovery and achieve comprehension by reading poetry with emphasis on vocabulary. Authentic poetry is included.

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Language Arts -Through a series of learning activities focused on discovery, recognition, and application, the student will practice language arts skills. These activities have direct instruction, practice, and scored assessment.

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Reading & Responding-The student will learn thematic content through discovery, and achieve comprehension by reading literature with emphasis on vocabulary. Authentic fiction literature is included.

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Language Arts -Through a series of learning activities focused on discovery, recognition, and application, the student will practice language arts skills. These activities have direct instruction, practice, and scored assessment.

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Reading & Responding-The student will learn thematic content through discovery and achieve comprehension by reading literature with emphasis on vocabulary. Authentic fiction literature is included.

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Language Arts -Through a series of learning activities focused on discovery, recognition, and application, the student will practice language arts skills. These activities have direct instruction, practice, and scored assessment.

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Reading & Responding-The student will learn thematic content through discovery and achieve comprehension by reading literature with emphasis on vocabulary. Authentic nonfiction literature is included.

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Language Arts -Through a series of learning activities focused on discovery, recognition, and application, the student will practice language arts skills. These activities have direct instruction, practice, and scored assessment.

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Comprehension Skills-Demonstrate improved comprehension skills such as previewing, predicting, rereading, summarizing, retelling, and self-correcting.

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Cueing Systems-Use a range of cueing systems, such as context clues and phonics, to determine pronunciation and meaning.

675

Reading Strategies-Adjust reading strategies and speed to fit the purpose and difficulty of the text by using such skills as skimming, scanning, reading carefully, and rereading.

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779

Fact, Fiction or Opinion-Identify examples of fact, fiction or opinion in text.

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Interdisciplinary Reading-Read and use text from other disciplines such as science, math, and history, as well as from technical manuals and public documents.

656

Vocabulary Unit 1-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 1.

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Vocabulary Unit 2-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 2.

390

Vocabulary Unit 3-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 3.

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Vocabulary Unit 4-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 4.

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Vocabulary Unit 5-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 5.

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Vocabulary Unit 6-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 6.

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Vocabulary Unit 7-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 7.

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Vocabulary Unit 8-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 8.

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Vocabulary Unit 9-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 9.

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Vocabulary Unit 10-Increase personal vocabulary and enhance language use Unit 10.

398

Word Reference Materials-Develop competency in using word-reference materials such as a dictionary, a thesaurus, and a glossary.

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Punctuation-Identify and correctly punctuate the four types of sentences: declarative, exclamatory, interrogative, and imperative.

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534

Capitalization-Consistently apply rules of capitalization.

115

Rules of Spelling: Unit 1-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 1.

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Rules of Spelling: Unit 2-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 2.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 3-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 3.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 4-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 4.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 5-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 5.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 6-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 6.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 7-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 7.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 8-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 8.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 9-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 9.

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Rules of Spelling Unit: 10-Consistently apply rules of spelling Unit 10.

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Parts of Speech-Recognize the following parts of speech: proper and common nouns, regular and irregular verbs.

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Parts of Speech-Recognize the following parts of speech: pronouns, adverbs, and adjectives.

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107
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Parts of Speech-Recognize the following parts of speech: interjections, conjunctions, and prepositions.

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Similes & Metaphors-Demonstrate ability to distinguish between similes and metaphors.

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584

Use of Commas-Correctly use commas in series, dates, addresses, and compound sentences.

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598

Use of Apostrophes-Correctly use apostrophes in possessives and contractions.

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605

Use of Quotation Marks-Correctly use quotation marks when quoting direct speech.

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608

Double Negatives-Demonstrates ability to recognize and avoid double negatives.

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Terminology-Identifies and uses literary terminology (including setting, plot, character, problem, solution, theme, simile, alliteration, and metaphors).

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Elements of Fiction-Develop an understanding of the defining characteristics of fiction. Read the novel: Sarah Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan.

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Elements of Nonfiction-Develop an understanding of the defining characteristics of nonfiction.

581

Elements of Biographies-Develop an understanding of the defining characteristics of biography.

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Elements of Poetry-Develop an understanding of the defining characteristics of poetry.

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702

Elements of Folktales-Develop an understanding of the defining characteristics of folktales.

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590

Reading Strategies-Practice various reading strategies and techniques to understand written material.

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Book Reading-Select at least 25 books to read during the course of the year. Selections should include at least one fiction book, one nonfiction book, one poetry book, one biography, and one piece of folklore.

257

Elements of a Paragraph-Demonstrate understanding of the elements of paragraph formation, such as indentation of the first line, use of a topic sentence, and development of a main idea.

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Writing Process-Plan, draft, write, revise, proofread, edit, print, and share five written documents.

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Personal Experiences-Write from personal experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

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Literature Based Writing-Write various types of literature, including poetry, fiction, drama, and nonfiction.

666

Two Types of Writing-Produce two types of writing: a report and a response to literature. Read the novel Stone Fox by John R. Gardiner.

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383

Research Sources-Use information sources to research a topic.

303

Oral Expression of Ideas-Express ideas orally in an organized, comprehensible manner.

445

Diverse Vocabulary-Develop diverse vocabulary when speaking.

300

Effective Speaking-Speak effectively by using proper pace, volume, stress, and enunciation, and correct pronunciation.

375

Listening Skills-Demonstrate ability to listen attentively when others are speaking. (The learner will adhere to the conventions of language to communicate ideas orally, and will listen actively and critically to enhance understanding).

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