Idaho State Standards for Language Arts: Grade 4

ID.1. Reading Process: Students apply skills to learn common roots and word parts derived from Greek and Latin to decode and analyze the meaning of complex words. Students apply knowledge of syllable types, syllable patterns, and context clues to decode and determine the meaning of unknown words in a passage. Students in are expected to read longer expository and literary text independently with fluency.

1.1. Acquire Concepts About Print

4.LA.1.1.1. No objectives at this grade level.

1.2. Acquire Concepts About Text

4.LA.1.2.1. The student will be able to apply knowledge of text types and formats of various kinds of text. (716.05.c)

4.LA.1.2.2. The student will be able to use text features (e.g., heading, captions) to comprehend various print formats (e.g., news papers, reference text).

4.LA.1.2.3. The student will be able to identify and use graphic features that support text meaning (e.g., diagrams, maps, charts, illustrations). (707.05.b)

1.3. Acquire Phonological Awareness Skills

4.LA.1.3.1. No objectives at this grade level.

1.4. Acquire Decoding Skills Using Word Parts

4.LA.1.4.1. The student will be able to identify common root words, prefixes and suffixes, including Greek and Latin derivatives to decode unknown words. (707.01.e)

4.LA.1.4.2. The student will be able to read abbreviations appropriate to grade level.

1.5. Acquire Decoding Skills Using Syllabication

4.LA.1.5.1. The student will be able to use knowledge of syllable types and syllable patterns to decode multisyllabic words. (707.01.b)

1.6. Acquire Decoding Skills Using Context

4.LA.1.6.1. The student will be able to use context clues to aid in decoding of new words. (707.01.f)

1.7. Acquire Fluency

4.LA.1.7.1. The student will be able to read aloud grade-level-appropriate test with fluency and accuracy from at least 140 correct words per minute (Hasbrouck & Tindal).

1.8. Vocabulary and Concept Development

4.LA.1.8.1. The student will be able to identify common root words, prefixes and suffixes, derived from Greek and Latin to determine the meaning of unknown words. (707.01.e)

4.LA.1.8.2. The student will be able to use context, synonyms, antonyms, homophones and homographs to develop an understanding of new words. (707.01.d)

4.LA.1.8.3. The student will be able to use words and concepts necessary for comprehending math, science, social studies, literature and other Grade 4 content area text.

4.LA.1.8.4. The student will be able to use a grade-level appropriate dictionary and glossary to define and confirm meaning of unknown words. (707.05.a)

ID.2. Comprehension/Interpretation: Students read and respond to a variety of grade-level-appropriate expository and literary texts. Students use a variety of comprehension strategies to draw inference, and conclusions from text. Students use text structure to locate information. Students identify and discuss story elements and determine literary devices in a variety of literature.

2.1. Acquire Strategies and Skills for Comprehending Text

4.LA.2.1.1. The student will be able to state author's main purpose for writing various texts. (707.03.a)

4.LA.2.1.2. The student will be able to identify cause and effect relationships in text by responding to 'why', 'how', and 'what if' questions.

4.LA.2.1.3. The student will be able to draw conclusions based on information gathered from text. (707.01.o)

2.2. Acquire Skills to Comprehend Expository Text

4.LA.2.2.1. The student will be able to distinguish between facts and opinions in expository text to support comprehension.

4.LA.2.2.2. The student will be able to generate how, why, and what-if questions for interpreting expository texts.

4.LA.2.2.3. The student will be able to identify main ideas and signal words to summarize information from expository text. (707.01.h)

4.LA.2.2.4. The student will be able to follow multi-step written directions.

2.3. Acquire Skills for Comprehending Literary Text

4.LA.2.3.1. The student will be able to identify defining characteristics of literature genres, including poetry. (707.02.a)

4.LA.2.3.2. The student will be able to describe characters (e.g., traits, roles, similarities/differences) within a literary selection, heard or read. (707.02.a)

4.LA.2.3.3. The student will be able to describe the setting and tell how it supports the story. (707.03.b)

4.LA.2.3.4. The student will be able to explain the main problem, conflict, and resolution of a story plot. (707.03.b)

4.LA.2.3.5. The student will be able to identify the narrator of a story (point of view).

4.LA.2.3.6. The student will be able to identify the moral of literary selection (e.g., fables, folktales, legends).

4.LA.2.3.7. The student will be able to identify common similes and idioms.

ID.3. Writing Process: Students use all five steps of the writing process to write for a variety of purposes and audiences. Students write compositions that relate to a central idea, contain supporting details, and are logically sequenced. Students edit using a checklist or rubric. Compositions are published in an appropriate format for a specific purpose and audience.

3.1. Acquire Prewriting Skills

4.LA.3.1.1. The student will be able to generate ideas using prewriting strategies (e.g., writer's notebook). (708.01.a; 708.01.b)

4.LA.3.1.2. The student will be able to generate the main idea.

4.LA.3.1.3. The student will be able to use organizational strategies appropriate for writing. (708.01.a; 708.01.b)

4.LA.3.1.4. The student will be able to select an appropriate writing format for purpose and audience. (708.01.a; 708.01.b; 708.01.c)

4.LA.3.1.5. The student will be able to plan writing to produce a piece of writing within a set time period.

3.2. Acquire Skills for Writing a Draft

4.LA.3.2.1. The student will be able to use ideas generated and organized in prewriting to write a draft that includes a main idea and details. (708.01; 708.02.b)

3.3. Acquire Skills for Revising a Draft

4.LA.3.3.1. The student will be able to revise draft for meaning and clarity. (708.01)

4.LA.3.3.2. The student will be able to revise draft by adding details to enhance audience understanding. (708.02.b)

4.LA.3.3.3. The student will be able to identify and add transition words to clarify sequence.

4.LA.3.3.4. The student will be able to rearrange words and sentences as needed to clarify meaning. (708.02.b)

4.LA.3.3.5. The student will be able to use literary models to refine writing style.

4.LA.3.3.6. The student will be able to use strategies to guide the revision process.

3.4. Acquire Skills for Editing a Draft

4.LA.3.4.1. The student will be able to edit the draft using an editing checklist with common editing marks. (708.01)

3.5. Acquire Skills to Publish Writing

4.LA.3.5.1. The student will be able to Share writing with intended audience. (708.03.b)

ID.4. Writing Applications: Students write in a variety of formats to generate, record, and reflect upon ideas. Students write narratives that show, rather than tell, the events of a story. Writing includes sensory details and figurative language. Students write summaries and reviews.

4.1. Acquire Expressive (Narrative/Creative) Writing Skills

4.LA.4.1.1. The student will be able to write narratives with a logical sequence of events that include a beginning, middle, and end. (708.03.a)

4.LA.4.1.2. The student will be able to write a variety of expressive works that include sensory details and precise word choices. (708.03.a)

4.2. Acquire Expository (Informational/Research) Writing Skills

4.LA.4.2.1. The student will be able to write a formal letter and correctly address the envelope. Write simple directions.

4.LA.4.2.2. The student will be able to write a report with a main idea that includes facts and details about the topic.

4.3. Acquire Persuasive Writing Skills

4.LA.4.3.1. The student will be able to write a persuasive letter that states and supports a position.

4.4. Acquire Skills for Literary Response

4.LA.4.4.1. The student will be able to write a response that identifies a text to self, text to world, and/or text to text connection.

4.LA.4.4.2. The student will be able to write or draw a response to a literature selection that identifies the plot.

ID.5. Writing Components: Students use the components of written language appropriate to this grade level. Students use simple compound sentences in writing. Students correctly use grade-level-appropriate conventions including apostrophes to show possession, and in contractions.

5.1. Acquire Handwriting Skills

4.LA.5.1.1. The student will be able to write fluently and legibly in cursive. (708.01.b)

5.2. Acquire Spelling Skills

4.LA.5.2.1. The student will be able to spell correctly Grade 4 high-frequency words and common content area (e.g. science, social studies) words. (708.02.a)

4.LA.5.2.2. The student will be able to spell correctly Grade 4 phonetically regular words with common spelling patterns. (708.02.a)

4.LA.5.2.3. The student will be able to apply spelling rules appropriate to grade level to spell accurately. (708.02.a)

5.3. Acquire Skills for Sentence Structure

4.LA.5.3.1. The student will be able to use simple and complex sentences. (708.02.b)

4.LA.5.3.2. The student will be able to identify: future verb tenses (708.02.b), adjectives, personal pronouns, and conjunctions.

5.4. Acquire Skills for Using Conventions

4.LA.5.4.1. The student will be able to Correctly punctuate and capitalize titles, books, geographical names. (708.02.a)

4.LA.5.4.2. The student will be able to identify comma use in a direct address ('John, come here.') and in compound sentences. (708.02.a)

ID.6. Communication: Students listen critically to effectively understand oral and visual presentations. Students speak in a manner that guides the listener to understand important ideas by using proper grammar, phrasing, pitch and modulation. Students use speaking skills to communicate for various purposes and audiences. Students identify and use a variety of visually presented material to gain new information.

6.1. Acquire Listening Skills

4.LA.6.1.1. The student will be able to listen critically to distinguish between a speaker's opinion and verifiable facts.

4.LA.6.1.2. The student will be able to listen for similarities and differences in various oral presentations. (709.02.b)

4.LA.6.1.3. The student will be able to listen to acquire and summarize information from a variety of sources. (709.01.c)

6.2. Acquire Speaking Skills

4.LA.6.2.1. The student will be able to ask thoughtful questions and respond orally to relevant questions with appropriate elaboration.

4.LA.6.2.2. The student will be able to summarize major ideas and supporting evidence presented in oral presentations.

4.LA.6.2.3. The student will be able to organize oral presentations to maintain a clear focus. (710.01.b)

4.LA.6.2.4. The student will be able to deliver narrative (story) presentations that relate ideas, observations, or memories about and event or experience.

4.LA.6.2.5. The student will be able to engage the audience with appropriate words, facial expressions, and gestures. (710.01.a)

6.3. Acquire Viewing Skills

4.LA.6.3.1. The student will be able to identify similarities and differences in a variety of viewed media. (711.01.a)

4.LA.6.3.2. The student will be able to demonstrate understanding of graphics, pictures, and charts appropriate to grade level.

4.LA.6.3.3. The student will be able to analyze the role of media in focusing people's attention on events and in forming their opinions on issues. (711.02.a)

4.LA.6.3.4. The student will be able to differentiate between fact and opinion in media presentations. (711.03.b)