Alaska State Standards for Language Arts: Grade 3

AK.R.1.1. Reading: The student uses strategies to decode or comprehend the meaning of words in texts. (E.B.1)

[3] 1.1.1. Reading regularly spelled, multi-syllabic (three syllables) words using decoding skills, including knowledge of letter-sound relationships (phonics), word structure (root or base word, prefixes, suffixes, rhyming words) and language structure (word order, grammar)

[3] 1.1.2. Reading orally high-frequency words and abbreviations of proper nouns such as Dr., Mr., Mrs., Ms.) (L)

[3] 1.1.3. Obtaining information using text features including pictures (illustrations for text) and visual cues (e.g., bolded or italicized text, chapter titles)

[3] 1.1.4. Identifying words by using context clues (e.g., 'canoe' in a story about fishing)

[3] 1.1.5. Self-monitoring and self-correcting while reading (e.g., sounding words out, adjusting reading pace) (L)

AK.R.1.2. Reading: The student comprehends literal or inferred meaning from text. (E.B.1)

[3] 1.2.1. Locating information explicitly stated in narrative and informational text to answer literal-comprehension questions

[3] 1.2.2. Self-monitoring comprehension by making predictions or formulating questions while reading (e.g., why is the wolf dressed in grandmother's clothing, why are mother bears dangerous, what will happen next) or rereading. (e.g., for clarification, confirmation, correction) (L)

[3] 1.2.3. Making simple inferences (e.g., predicts logical outcomes)

[3] 1.2.4. Drawing conclusions based on information presented in the text (e.g., cause and effect, character motivation)

AK.R.1.3. Reading: The student reads text aloud. (E.B.1)

[3] 1.3.1. Reading orally with rhythm, flow and expression, showing understanding of punctuation and other conventions of print (L)

AK.R.1.4. Reading: The student restates/summarizes information. (E.B.1, E.B.2)

[3] 1.4.1. Retelling or dramatizing a story after reading it (L)

[3] 1.4.2. Restating information after reading a text or identifying accurate restatements

AK.R.1.5. Reading: The student demonstrates an understanding of main idea. (E.B.1, E.D.2)

[3] 1.5.1. Identifying the main idea or central concept in various types of texts

AK.R.1.6. Reading: The student follows written directions. (E.C.2)

[3] 1.6.1. Completing a simple (1-2 step) task by following written directions (L)

[3] 1.6.2. Identifying the sequence of steps in simple directions

AK.R.1.7. Reading: The student analyzes content and structure of genres. (E.B.2)

[3] 1.7.1. Distinguishing between fiction /non-fiction, prose /poetry, short story /drama (L)

[3] 1.7.2. Identifying use of dialogue or rhyme, in common forms of text

AK.R.1.8. Reading: The student analyzes literary elements and devices. (E.B.2)

[3] 1.8.1. Identifying or describing problem and solution, main characters, and setting in fiction

AK.R.1.9. Reading: The student analyzes content of text to differentiate fact and opinion. (E.D.1, E.D.2)

[3] 1.9.1. Expressing own opinion about material read (L)

AK.R.1.10. Reading: The student connects themes. (E.B.3)

[3] 1.10.1. Making connections between a text [and personal experiences (e.g., this reminds me of when I gave my favorite toy away), experiences of others (e.g., sister helps in toy drive), L] or other texts (e.g., the March sisters helped others in need)

[3] 1.10.2. Locating details in text to illustrate relevant connections between [personal experience, experience of others, or L] other texts

AK.R.1.11. Reading: The student makes connections between cultural influences/events. (E.E.1)

[3] 1.11.1. Identifying cultural influences in texts (e.g., dialects, customs, traditions) (L)

AK.W.1.1. Writing: The student writes about a topic. (E.A.1, E.A.2, E.A.4)

AK.W.1.2. Writing: The student writes for a variety of purposes and audiences. (E.A.4)

AK.W.1.3. Writing: The student writes and edits using conventions of Standard English. (E.A.2, E.A.5)

[3] 1.3.2. Identifying and/or correcting mistakes in spelling (e.g., grade-appropriate, high-frequency words) (L)

[3] 1.3.3. Identifying and/or correcting mistakes in punctuation at the end of sentences and capitalization (i.e., beginning of sentences and proper nouns)

[3] 1.3.4. Rewriting handwritten work to improve legibility, if necessary, when producing final drafts (L)

AK.W.1.4. Writing: The student revises writing. (E.A.5, E.A.8)

AK.W.1.5. Writing: The student documents sources. (E.D.3)

AK.E.A. A student should be able to speak and write well for a variety of purposes and audiences. A student who meets the content standard should:

E.A.1. Apply elements of effective writing and speaking. These elements include ideas, organization, vocabulary, sentence structure, and personal style.

E.A.2. In writing, demonstrate skills in sentence and paragraph structure, including grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.

E.A.3. In speaking, demonstrate skills in volume, intonation, and clarity.

E.A.4. Write and speak well to inform, to describe, to entertain, to persuade, and to clarify thinking in a variety of formats, including technical communication.

E.A.5. Revise, edit, and publish the student's own writing as appropriate.

E.A.6. When appropriate, use visual techniques to communicate ideas. These techniques may include role playing, body language, mime, sign language, graphics, Braille, art, and dance.

E.A.7. Communicate ideas using varied tools of electronic technology.

E.A.8. Evaluate the student's own speaking and writing and that of others using high standards.

AK.E.B. A student should be a competent and thoughtful reader, listener, and viewer of literature, technical materials, and a variety of other information. A student who meets the content standard should:

E.B.1. Comprehend meaning from written text and oral and visual information by applying a variety of reading, listening, and viewing strategies. These strategies include phonic, context, and vocabulary cues in reading, critical viewing, and active listening.

E.B.2. Reflect on, analyze, and evaluate a variety of oral, written, and visual information and experiences, including discussions, lectures, art, movies, television, technical materials, and literature.

E.B.3. Relate what the student views, reads, and hears to practical purposes in the student's own life, to the world outside, and to other texts and experiences.

AK.E.C. A student should be able to identify and select from multiple strategies in order to complete projects independently and cooperatively. A student who meets the content standard should:

E.C.1. Make choices about a project after examining a range of possibilities.

E.C.2. Organize a project by understanding directions.

E.C.3. Organize a project by making and keeping deadlines.

E.C.4. Organize a project by seeking, selecting, and using relevant resources.

E.C.5. Select and use appropriate decision-making processes.

E.C.6. Set high standards for project quality.

E.C.7. When working on a collaborative project, take responsibility for individual contributions to the project.

E.C.8. When working on a collaborative project, share ideas and workloads.

E.C.9. When working on a collaborative project, incorporate individual talents and perspectives.

E.C.10. When working on a collaborative project, work effectively with others as an active participant and as a responsive audience.

E.C.11. When working on a collaborative project, evaluate the processes and work of self and others.

AK.E.D. A student should be able to think logically and reflectively in order to present and explain positions based on relevant and reliable information. A student who meets the content standard should:

E.D.1. Develop a position by reflecting on personal experiences, prior knowledge, and new information.

E.D.2. Develop a position by formulating and refining questions.

E.D.3. Develop a position by identifying a variety of pertinent sources of information.

E.D.4. Develop a position by analyzing and synthesizing information.

E.D.5. Develop a position by determining an author's purposes.

E.D.6. Evaluate the validity, objectivity, reliability, and quality of information read, heard, and seen.

E.D.7. Give credit and cite references as appropriate.

E.D.8. Explain and defend a position orally, in writing, and with visual aids as appropriate.

AK.E.E. A student should understand and respect the perspectives of others in order to communicate effectively. A student who meets the content standard should:

E.E.1. Use information, both oral and written, and literature of many types and cultures to understand self and others.

E.E.2. Evaluate content from the speaker's or author's perspective.

E.E.3. Recognize bias in all forms of communication.

E.E.4. Recognize the communication styles of different cultures and their possible effects on others.