answers simple comprehension questions

organizes thoughts to convey a main idea in a paragraph

uses basic organizers in the paragraph

introduced words from reading into writing

uses various sentence types (questions and commands)

chooses words appropriate to their purpose

uses appropriate mechanics (see The Level Descriptions, p.31)

writes short compositions to present factual information

organizes information to present information in developed paragraphs

uses introductory and concluding paragraphs, appropriate connecting words and relevant supports

uses a simple and compound sentences

uses appropriate mechanics (see The Level Descriptions, p.32)

listens to others and contributes ideas appropriate to the topic of discussion; expresses ideas and opinions, and provides feedback to others in discussions about familiar topics

uses a wide range of familiar vocabulary to organize, link, and clarify ideas when speaking

Presents ideas clearly in a coherent order

uses a wider range of vocabulary

makes a case to a familiar person, speaking clearly in a focused and organized way

listens to others and stays on topic in conversations on familiar and unfamiliar topics, responding with feedback to the ideas of others

repairs misunderstandings in communication to keep discussion going

uses increased understanding of how non-verbal communication cues affect communication