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Ripon Standards 2011-2012 > Literacy ( 2008 ) > Grade 5 2010

: WRITING

Standard 1: Uses the general skills and strategies of the writing process LA5.1.1 Uses a variety of prewriting strategies to generate ideas (6+1 Traits: Ideas and Organization [i.e.: using graphicorganizers, webs, etc.])

Uses student samples as writing models Brainstorms and generates ideas Builds and uses background knowledge Determines purpose Determines audience Develops a working main idea statement

LA5.1.2 Uses a variety of strategies to draft written text (6+1 Traits: Ideas, Organization, Word Choice, Voice, andSentence Fluency)

Creates a topic sentence and supporting sentences for each paragraph Writes clear introduction and conclusion Writes draft logically and coherently

LA5.1.3 Uses a variety of strategies to revise written text (6+1 Traits: Ideas, Organization, Word Choice, Voice, andSentence Fluency)

Adds sufficient, appropriate details Deletes unclear, overused ideas Uses precise language (i.e. word choice) Varies sentence structure (simple and compound) with no run-on sentences or sentence fragments Begins sentences in different ways Uses transitions and connecting words and phrases

LA5.1.4 Uses a variety of strategies to edit and publish written work (6+1 Traits: Conventions [i.e. capitalization,punctuation, indenting, spelling and presentation])

Uses reference materials, word processor, and other resources to edit work Uses technology whenever possible to publish written work (includes using keyboarding skills at acceptable speedand accuracy levels - suggested range 15-20 wpm)

Uses computer software program such as Microsoft Word to publish work Plans and delivers a multi-media presentation using media and technology appropriate to topic, audience,purpose, or content (Use Hyper-Studio and /or PowerPoint to create multi-media presentation with multipleslides, graphics, animations, imported backgrounds, and sound)

LA5.1.5 Evaluates own and others' writing Evaluates use of writing traits as listed in district writing rubric Self-assesses in order to set and continue to achieve writing goals (self-reflection sheet)

LA5.1.6 Uses strategies for audience and purpose (6+1 Traits: Voice) Uses different points of view Determines knowledge and interests of audience Writes for different audiences (self, peers, teachers, parents) Writes for a variety of purposes (to inform, entertain, explain, describe, record ideas)

LA5.1.7 Writes in a variety of genres Expository (Includes the essay format)

States a main idea Gathers information, paraphrases, and organizes facts in note form Organizes and presents information in a logical manner Includes an introduction with a strong lead Includes a conclusion which restates the main idea and a final statement Distinguishes fact from opinion

Persuasive Determines topic and gathers evidence using planner Engages reader with a strong introduction

Arranges details, reasons, examples persuasively Excludes information that is irrelevant Supports arguments with detailed evidence and explains significance of evidence Uses a strong conclusion

Descriptive Uses descriptive language using sensory details Uses similes and metaphors to paint a vivid picture

Poetry Writes various forms of poetry such as quatrain, haiku, limerick, and free verse

Standard 2: Uses style and rhetoric of writing LA5.2.1 Uses word choice that clarifies and enhances ideas and voice (6+1 Traits: Word Choice)

Uses figurative language such as metaphors and similes Uses a thesaurus to choose synonyms for common words

LA5.2.2 Uses effective organization to convey ideas (6+1 Trait: Organization) Arranges sentences in most appropriate order Uses topic sentences Uses supporting and follow-up sentences Recognizes a paragraph as a group of sentences about one main idea Uses introductory and concluding paragraphs Writes several related paragraphs

LA5.2.3 Uses a variety of sentence structures (6+1 Traits: Sentence Fluency) Uses declarative, imperative, interrogative, and exclamatory sentences Identifies and uses simple and compound subjects and predicates in sentences

: LANGUAGE

Standard 3: Uses grammar and mechanical conventions in written composition LA5.3.1 Defines, identifies and uses parts of speech in writing

Nouns Common and proper Singular and plural More exact nouns

Verbs Action Main Helping Linking verbs

Verb Tenses Present tense Past tense Future-tense verbs

Pronouns Subject Object Possessive Reflexive pronouns

Adjectives Vivid adjectives Comparative adjectives

Adverbs Clear adverbs Vivid adverbs Comparative adverbs

LA5.3.2 Understands and uses conventions of spelling (6+1 Traits: Conventions) Spells high frequency and commonly misspelled words from the first 400 high-frequency words from RebeccaSitton's List Uses difficult homophones correctly Uses a range of spelling strategies to take apart and spell multi-syllabic words

Syllable juncture in 2-syllable words - open and closed (VCCV, VCV) Patterns in stressed and unstressed syllables R-Influenced vowels Adding suffixes (ness, ful, less, y, ly, ily, er, est) Final syllables (le, el, il, al, er, ar, or, cher, ture, sure, ure, en, on, an, ain)

Hard and soft c and g Silent consonants Prefixes re, un, dis, mis, pre, ex, non, in fore, uni, bi, tri

Spells complex plurals correctly Uses dictionary and other resources

LA5.3.3 Uses conventions of capitalization accurately Beginning of sentences Proper nouns Titles First word of direct quotations Headings Salutation and first word in a closing of a letter

LA5.3.4 Uses conventions of punctuation accurately Uses end punctuation correctly for sentence type Uses comma appropriately - in a letter, in a series, after an introductory remark, in dialogue, in a compound sentence Uses quotation marks appropriately in dialogue and titles Uses apostrophes in contractions and possessive nouns Uses colon and semi-colons

Standard 4: Gathers and uses information for research purposes (The BIG 6 Skills) LA5.4.1 Uses a variety of strategies to plan research (Task Definition)

Defines the problem Identifies information needed Organizes prior knowledge about the topic

LA5.4.2 Uses a variety of relevant sources to gather information for research topics (Information Seeking Strategies) Determines all sources Selects best sources Utilizes graphic organizers

LA5.4.3 Uses a variety of strategies to locate and gather information (Location and Access) Uses a variety of resources to gather information Determines if a source is usable Uses multiple representations from within sources (maps, charts, graphs, tables, diagrams, photos, historicaldocuments, etc.) Accesses appropriate information systems using keywords Reads, listens, views carefully to acquire information Takes notes - paraphrases information (paraphrases and summarizes - does not copy directly from source unlessquoting someone directly, give the source)

LA5.4.4 Uses strategies to organize information (Use of Information) Develops graphic organizers Organizes information into main ideas, subtopics and details Develops main idea statement

LA5.4.5 Uses strategies to compile information (Synthesis) Incorporates notes from multiple sources Draws conclusions from data Includes simple facts, details, explanations Presents information in ways appropriate to the task (expository essay, letter, multi-media presentation)

LA5.4.6 Reviews product and process (Evaluation) Judges effectiveness of the product - uses a rubric to determine quality level Judges efficiency of the process

: LISTENING AND SPEAKING

Standard 8: Uses listening and speaking strategies for different audiences and purposes LA5.8.1 Uses listening skills to make appropriate contributions in class and group discussions

Asks pertinent questions Responds to questions with relevant comments Gives reasons in support of opinions Connects ideas and experiences with those of others Uses active listening skills - faces the speaker, does not interrupt Summarizes or paraphrases to confirm understanding

LA5.8.2 Uses oral presentation skills Conveys a clear main point with an introduction and conclusion Expresses ideas in a logical, sequential or chronological manner Uses appropriate information and vocabulary

Uses appropriate verbal and non-verbal techniques (eye contact, volume, enunciation, facial expressions, gestures,posture, etc.)

: VIEWING

Standard 9: Uses viewing skills and strategies to understand and interpret visual media LA5.9.1 Uses a variety of strategies to understand content and purpose while viewing media

Makes connections to content - main ideas and supporting details, facts and opinions, main characters, setting,sequence of events Recognizes basic propaganda techniques aimed a different audiences Identifies the intent or appeal behind products and messages promoted via media Understands different ways people are stereo-typed in media

: MEDIA

Standard 10: Understands the characteristics and components of the media LA5.10.1 Creates media products appropriate to audience and purpose

Creates advertising messages and graphics appropriate for familiar media Prepares, performs and tapes simple radio and television announcements Uses a rubric to achieve quality production or presentation

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