English Language Arts
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"English Language Arts" (ELA) includes many different skill areas:
- reading
- writing, as composition
- writing, as grammar, spelling and mechanics
- speaking
- listening
- keyboarding, cursive and manuscript writing
We improve our skills through many different avenues:- large and small group read-aloud and discussion
- classroom reading assignments
- close reading of selected sentences, paragraphs or passages
- small group study and discussion
- independent reading and response activities
In accordance with the Common Core Standards, we will spend most of our time working with high-quality books written at a Third Grade level. We'll use many different strategies to support readers needing assistance and to ensure more independent readers are fully grasping the themes and sub-themes in the texts.
Related Links
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PCSD: Common Core Standards
This site provides parents with links to information about the Common Core Standards.