Curricular+Connections

= 4th Grade North Carolina Standard Course of Study for English Language Arts =

http://www.ncpublicschools.org/curriculum/languagearts/scos/2004/20grade4

 * ==== **Goal 1: The learner will apply enabling strategies and skills to read and write.** ====

**1.01** Use word identification strategies appropriately and automatically when encountering unknown words (graphophonic, syntactic, semantic). **1.06** Read independently daily from self-selected materials (consistent with the student's independent reading level) to: * increase fluency.
 * 1.02** Infer word meanings from taught roots, prefixes, and suffixes to decode words in text to assist comprehension.
 * 1.03** Identify key words and discover their meanings and relationships through a variety of strategies.
 * 1.04** Increase reading and writing vocabulary through: * wide reading.
 * word study.
 * knowledge of homophones, synonyms, antonyms, homonyms.
 * knowledge of multiple meanings of words.
 * writing process elements.
 * writing as a tool for learning.
 * seminars.
 * book clubs.
 * discussions.
 * examining the author's craft.
 * build background knowledge.
 * expand vocabulary. || ==== **Goal 2: The learner will apply strategies and skills to comprehend text that is read, heard, and viewed.** ====

**2.01** Use metacognitive strategies to comprehend text and to clarify meaning of vocabulary (e.g., reread the text, consult other sources, ask for help, paraphrase, question). **2.03** Read a variety of texts, including: * fiction (legends, novels, folklore, science fiction). **2.04** Identify and interpret elements of fiction and nonfiction and support by referencing the text to determine the: * plot. **2.05** Make inferences, draw conclusions, make generalizations, and support by referencing the text. **3.01** Respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama using interpretive, critical, and evaluative processes by: * analyzing the impact of authors' word choice and context. **3.02** Analyze characters, events, and plots within and between selections and cite supporting evidence.
 * 2.02** Interact with the text before, during, and after reading, listening, and viewing by: * setting a purpose using prior knowledge and text information.
 * making predictions.
 * formulating questions.
 * locating relevant information.
 * making connections with previous experiences, information, and ideas.
 * nonfiction (autobiographies, informational books, diaries, journals).
 * poetry (concrete, haiku).
 * drama (skits, plays).
 * theme.
 * main idea and supporting details.
 * author's choice of words.
 * mood.
 * author's use of figurative language.
 * 2.06** Summarize major points from fiction and nonfiction text(s) to clarify and retain information and ideas.
 * 2.07** Determine usefulness of information and ideas consistent with purpose.
 * 2.08** Verify the meaning or accuracy of the author's statement(s) by referencing the text or other resources.
 * 2.09** Listen actively by: * asking questions.
 * paraphrasing what was said.
 * interpreting speaker's verbal and non-verbal messages.
 * interpreting speaker's purposes and/or intent. || ==== **Goal 3: The learner will make connections through the use of oral language, written language, and media and technology.** ====
 * examining the reasons for characters' actions.
 * identifying and examining characters' motives.
 * considering a situation or problem from different characters' points of view.
 * analyzing differences among genres.
 * making inferences and drawing conclusions about characters, events and themes.
 * 3.03** Consider the ways language and visuals bring characters to life, enhance plot development, and produce a response.

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