Reading Literature
RL.3.1 : I can ask and answer questions to show understanding of a text and go to the text to find the answer.
Study Ladder:
RL3.2 : I can retell stories, fables, folktales, and myths; tell the main message and how it is shown through details in the text.
Study Ladder: Three Billy Goats Gruff (Interactive Play)
RL.3.3 : I can describe characters in a story and explain how their actions add to the events.
RL.3.4 : I can determine the meanings of words and phrases and tell between literal and nonliteral language.
RL.3.5 : I can refer to parts of literature when writing or speaking and describe how each part builds on earlier parts.
RL.3.6 : I can tell my own point of view from that of the narrator or those of the characters.
RL.3.7 : I can tell how parts of illustrations add to what is said by the words in a story.
RL.3.9 : I can compare and contrast stories written by the same author about the same or similar characters.
Literacy
RL.3.10 : I can read and comprehend literature at the high end of the grade 2-3 text complexity.
Study Ladder:
Reading: Informational Text
RI.3.1 I can ask and answer questions to show understanding of a text, referring only to the text for the answers.
Study Ladder:
RI.3.2 : I can determine the main idea of a test; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.
RI.3.3 : I can tell the relationship between historical events, scientific ideas, or steps in procedures in a text.
RI.3.6 : I can tell my own point of view from that of the author of a text.
RI.3.7 : I can use information from illustrations and the words in a text to show understanding of the text.
RI.3.9 : I can compare and contrast the most important points and key details presented in two texts on the same topic.
RI.3.10 : I can read and understand informational texts at the high end of the grade 2-3 grade text complexity.
RF.3.3 : I can apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
RF.3.3a : I can identify and know the meaning of common prefixes and suffixes.
RF.3.3b : I can decode words with common Latin suffixes.
RF.3.3c : I can decode multi-syllable words.
RF.3.3d : I can read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
RF.3.4 : I can read with accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.
RF.3.4b : I can read grade-level prose and poetry orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression.
RF.3.4c : I can use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition and understanding.
Writing
W.3.1 : I can write opinion pieces on topics or texts while supporting a point of view with reasons.
W.3.1a : I can introduce a topic or text, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure that lists reasons.
W.3.1b : I can provide reasons that support the opinion.
W.3.1c : I can use linking words and phrases to connect opinions and reasons.
W.3.1d : I can provide a concluding statement or section.
W.3.2 : I can write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
W.3.2a : I can introduce a topic and group related information together and include illustrations.
W.3.2b : I can develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details.
W.3.2c : I can use linking words and phrases to connect ideas within categories of information.
W.3.2d : I can provide a concluding statement or section.
W.3.3 : I can write narratives using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.
W.3.3a : I can establish a situation, introduce narrators/characters, and organize events that unfold naturally.
W.3.3b : I can use dialogue and descriptions of actions, thoughts, and feelings to develop experiences and events of characters.
W.3.3c : I can use temporal words and phrases to signal event order.
W.3.3d : I can provide a sense of closure.
W. 3.4 : I can create a piece of writing that is appropriate for third grade tasks and purposes.
W.3.5 : I can plan, revise, and edit my writing with help from my peers.
W.3.6 : I can use technology to produce and publish writing.
W.3.7 : I can conduct short research projects that build knowledge about a topic.
W.3.8 : I can recall or gather information from print and digital sources, takes notes, and sort evidence in categories.
W.3.10 : I can write for a range of time, tasks, purposes, and audiences.
RL.3.1 : I can ask and answer questions to show understanding of a text and go to the text to find the answer.
Study Ladder:
- My Christmas Day
- Aunt Cathy's Wedding
- I've Got Chicken Pox
- Garden Fantasies
- The Snake Bite: Narrative
- Dinosaur Poem
RL3.2 : I can retell stories, fables, folktales, and myths; tell the main message and how it is shown through details in the text.
Study Ladder: Three Billy Goats Gruff (Interactive Play)
RL.3.3 : I can describe characters in a story and explain how their actions add to the events.
RL.3.4 : I can determine the meanings of words and phrases and tell between literal and nonliteral language.
RL.3.5 : I can refer to parts of literature when writing or speaking and describe how each part builds on earlier parts.
RL.3.6 : I can tell my own point of view from that of the narrator or those of the characters.
RL.3.7 : I can tell how parts of illustrations add to what is said by the words in a story.
RL.3.9 : I can compare and contrast stories written by the same author about the same or similar characters.
Literacy
RL.3.10 : I can read and comprehend literature at the high end of the grade 2-3 text complexity.
Study Ladder:
- Aunt Cathy's Wedding
- I've Got Chicken Pox
- Garden Fantasies
- The Snake Bite: A Narrative
- Dinosaur Poem
- Life Cycle of a Frog
- The Three Billy Goats Gruff (Script for a play)
Reading: Informational Text
RI.3.1 I can ask and answer questions to show understanding of a text, referring only to the text for the answers.
Study Ladder:
- The Legend of Santa Claus
- The Legend of the Troll
- The Sun
- The Moon
- One Small Step for Man
- The Summer Olympic Games
- Extinct Reptiles
- Crocodiles
- Mammals
- How to make Chocolate Chip Cookies
- How to Play Hopscotch
- What do Plants Need to Grow?
- How do Plants Survive in The Desert?
- A Description of A Bicycle
- How Does A Bicycle Work?
- Cycling History
- Alexander Graham Bell- The Inventor of the telephone
- How Do We Hear?
- Sight
- Extinct Reptiles
- Jet D'eau
- Millenium Wheel
- Eiffel Tower
RI.3.2 : I can determine the main idea of a test; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.
RI.3.3 : I can tell the relationship between historical events, scientific ideas, or steps in procedures in a text.
- The Sun
- The Moon
- Making Chocolate Chip Cookies
- A Description of a Bicycle
- Alexander Graham Bell- The inventor of the telephone
- The Legend of Santa Claus
- The Legend of the Troll
- The Sun
- The Moon
- One Small Step for Man
- The Summer Olympic Games
- Life Cycle of a Frog
- Mammals
- Making Chocolate Chip Cookies
- How to Play Hopscotch
- What Do Plants Need to Grow?
- How do Plants Survive in The Desert?
- A Description of A Bicycle
- How Does A Bicycle Work?
- Cycling History
- Alexander Graham Bell- The Inventor of the telephone
- How Do We Hear?
- Sight
- Crocodiles
- Extinct Reptiles
- Jet D'eau
- Millenium Wheel
- Eiffel Tower
RI.3.6 : I can tell my own point of view from that of the author of a text.
RI.3.7 : I can use information from illustrations and the words in a text to show understanding of the text.
- The Sun
- The Moon
- The Summer Olympic Games
- Mammals
- Making Chocolate Chip Cookies
- What Do Plants Need to Grow?
- A Description of a Bicycle
- Cycling History
- Alexander Graham Bell- the Inventor of the telephone
- The Sydney Opera House
RI.3.9 : I can compare and contrast the most important points and key details presented in two texts on the same topic.
RI.3.10 : I can read and understand informational texts at the high end of the grade 2-3 grade text complexity.
- The Legend of Santa Claus
- The Sun
- The Moon
- Mammals
- Making Chocolate Chip Cookies
- What Do Plants Need to Grow?
- A Description of A Bicycle
- How Does A Bicycle Work?
- Cycling History
- Alexander Graham Bell- The Inventor of the telephone
- Extinct Reptiles
- The Sydney Opera House
RF.3.3 : I can apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
- Vocabulary Extension 1
- Vocabulary Extension 2
- Vocabulary Extension 3
- Vocabulary Extension 4
- Vocabulary Extension 5
- Vocabulary Extension 6
- Vocabulary Extension 7
- Vocabulary Extension 8
- Vocabulary Extension 9
- Vocabulary Extension 10
RF.3.3a : I can identify and know the meaning of common prefixes and suffixes.
RF.3.3b : I can decode words with common Latin suffixes.
RF.3.3c : I can decode multi-syllable words.
RF.3.3d : I can read grade-appropriate irregularly spelled words.
RF.3.4 : I can read with accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.
- Butterflies
- Pen Pals: A
RF.3.4b : I can read grade-level prose and poetry orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression.
RF.3.4c : I can use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition and understanding.
Writing
W.3.1 : I can write opinion pieces on topics or texts while supporting a point of view with reasons.
W.3.1a : I can introduce a topic or text, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure that lists reasons.
W.3.1b : I can provide reasons that support the opinion.
W.3.1c : I can use linking words and phrases to connect opinions and reasons.
W.3.1d : I can provide a concluding statement or section.
W.3.2 : I can write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
W.3.2a : I can introduce a topic and group related information together and include illustrations.
W.3.2b : I can develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details.
W.3.2c : I can use linking words and phrases to connect ideas within categories of information.
W.3.2d : I can provide a concluding statement or section.
W.3.3 : I can write narratives using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.
W.3.3a : I can establish a situation, introduce narrators/characters, and organize events that unfold naturally.
W.3.3b : I can use dialogue and descriptions of actions, thoughts, and feelings to develop experiences and events of characters.
W.3.3c : I can use temporal words and phrases to signal event order.
W.3.3d : I can provide a sense of closure.
W. 3.4 : I can create a piece of writing that is appropriate for third grade tasks and purposes.
W.3.5 : I can plan, revise, and edit my writing with help from my peers.
W.3.6 : I can use technology to produce and publish writing.
W.3.7 : I can conduct short research projects that build knowledge about a topic.
W.3.8 : I can recall or gather information from print and digital sources, takes notes, and sort evidence in categories.
W.3.10 : I can write for a range of time, tasks, purposes, and audiences.