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Language Arts for Grade 2
1 Reading and Comprehension
1-1 Phonemic Awareness
1-1 1 Recognizing and identifying individual sounds (phonemes) in spoken words
1-1 2 Blending and segmenting phonemes to form and break apart words
1-1 3 Understanding the relationship between letters and sounds
1-2 Phonics
1-2 1 Recognizing and reading consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words
1-2 2 Understanding short and long vowel sounds
1-2 3 Reading and writing words with common digraphs (ch, sh, th, wh)
1-3 Fluency
1-3 1 Reading text with appropriate speed, accuracy, and expression
1-3 2 Developing automaticity in recognizing words
1-4 Vocabulary
1-4 1 Learning and using new words in context
1-4 2 Understanding and using synonyms, antonyms, and homophones
1-4 3 Exploring word origins and meanings
1-5 Comprehension
1-5 1 Understanding main ideas and supporting details in texts
1-5 2 Making connections between texts and personal experiences
1-5 3 Asking and answering questions about texts
1-5 4 Summarizing and retelling stories
2 Writing and Composition
2-1 Spelling
2-1 1 Spelling words with short and long vowel sounds
2-1 2 Spelling words with common digraphs
2-1 3 Using knowledge of phonics to spell new words
2-2 Punctuation and Capitalization
2-2 1 Using capital letters at the beginning of sentences and for proper nouns
2-2 2 Using periods, question marks, and exclamation points appropriately
2-2 3 Using commas in a series and in dates
2-3 Sentence Structure
2-3 1 Writing complete sentences with a subject and predicate
2-3 2 Combining sentences using conjunctions (and, but, or)
2-3 3 Writing simple, compound, and complex sentences
2-4 Narrative Writing
2-4 1 Writing stories with a beginning, middle, and end
2-4 2 Developing characters and settings
2-4 3 Using descriptive language to create vivid images
2-5 Informative Writing
2-5 1 Writing reports and explanations on familiar topics
2-5 2 Organizing information logically
2-5 3 Using details to support main ideas
3 Grammar and Language Conventions
3-1 Parts of Speech
3-1 1 Identifying nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs
3-1 2 Understanding the function of pronouns, prepositions, and conjunctions
3-2 Subject-Verb Agreement
3-2 1 Ensuring that subjects and verbs agree in number
3-2 2 Recognizing and correcting subject-verb agreement errors
3-3 Pronoun Usage
3-3 1 Using pronouns correctly to replace nouns
3-3 2 Understanding and avoiding pronoun confusion
3-4 Verb Tenses
3-4 1 Using present, past, and future tenses correctly
3-4 2 Recognizing and correcting verb tense errors
3-5 Adjectives and Adverbs
3-5 1 Using adjectives to describe nouns
3-5 2 Using adverbs to describe verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs
4 Speaking and Listening
4-1 Oral Communication
4-1 1 Speaking clearly and audibly
4-1 2 Using appropriate volume and tone
4-1 3 Engaging in conversations and discussions
4-2 Listening Skills
4-2 1 Paying attention to speakers and following directions
4-2 2 Asking clarifying questions and providing feedback
4-2 3 Summarizing and reflecting on what has been said
4-3 Presentation Skills
4-3 1 Preparing and delivering short presentations on familiar topics
4-3 2 Using visual aids and gestures to enhance communication
4-3 3 Handling questions and feedback from the audience
5 Literature and Media Literacy
5-1 Familiarizing with Different Genres
5-1 1 Reading and discussing fairy tales, fables, and folk tales
5-1 2 Exploring poetry, including rhyming and rhythm
5-1 3 Understanding the elements of a story (plot, characters, setting)
5-2 Analyzing Texts
5-2 1 Identifying themes and messages in stories
5-2 2 Comparing and contrasting different texts
5-2 3 Making inferences and drawing conclusions based on text evidence
5-3 Media Literacy
5-3 1 Understanding the purpose and impact of different media forms (books, movies, TV shows)
5-3 2 Analyzing the messages and perspectives presented in media
5-3 3 Recognizing the difference between fact and opinion in media
6 Study Skills and Independent Learning
6-1 Time Management
6-1 1 Setting goals and prioritizing tasks
6-1 2 Developing a daily or weekly study schedule
6-1 3 Balancing academic work with other activities
6-2 Note-Taking
6-2 1 Learning effective note-taking strategies
6-2 2 Organizing notes for easy review
6-2 3 Using notes to study and prepare for assessments
6-3 Research Skills
6-3 1 Conducting simple research on topics of interest
6-3 2 Using library resources and online databases responsibly
6-3 3 Citing sources and avoiding plagiarism
6-4 Test-Taking Strategies
6-4 1 Preparing for and taking standardized tests
6-4 2 Managing test anxiety and staying focused during exams
6-4 3 Reviewing and reflecting on test performance
5-3 Media Literacy

5-3 Media Literacy

Key Concepts

Understanding Media Messages

Media messages are the information or ideas conveyed through various forms of media, such as TV shows, movies, advertisements, and social media posts. Understanding these messages means being able to recognize what the media is trying to tell you and why.

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Recognizing Media Formats

Media formats are the different ways information is presented, such as videos, images, text, and audio. Recognizing these formats helps you understand how the information is being communicated and how to interact with it.

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Analyzing Media Content

Analyzing media content means looking closely at what is being shown or said in the media. This includes noticing the characters, settings, and themes, and thinking about what they represent or how they make you feel.

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Evaluating Media Sources

Evaluating media sources means determining the reliability and credibility of the information you are getting. This involves asking questions like, "Who created this media? Why did they create it? Is it telling the truth?"

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Examples and Analogies

Think of media messages as letters in a bottle. Each bottle (media) carries a message (information) that you need to open and read (understand).

Recognizing media formats is like knowing the different languages of the world. Just as you need to learn a language to understand its speakers, you need to recognize media formats to understand their messages.

Analyzing media content is like being a detective. You look at all the clues (characters, settings, themes) to solve the mystery (understand the story).

Evaluating media sources is like being a judge. You need to decide if the evidence (information) is reliable and trustworthy before making a judgment (believing the information).

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