Kindergarten Reading, Writing & Communicating
Language skills are necessary for academic success in all disciplines. The ability to integrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening effectively builds understanding across all academic subjects as well as allowing for the development of 21st century skills within the context of these subjects. Critical thinking and reasoning, information literacy, collaboration, self-direction, and innovation are vital 21st century skills.
| Standards and Grade Level Expectations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Oral Expression and Listening | 1 | Oral communication skills are built within a language-rich environment | 2 | Communication relies on effective verbal and nonverbal skills | 3 | Vocal sounds produce words and meaning to create early knowledge of phonemic awareness |
| Reading for All Purposes | 1 | A concept of print to read and a solid comprehension of literary texts are the building blocks for reading | 2 | A concept of print to read and a solid comprehension of informational text are the building blocks for reading | 3 | Decoding words in print requires alphabet recognition and knowledge of letter sounds |
| Writing and Composition | 1 | Text types and purposes, labels, and familiar words are used to communicate information and ideas | 2 | Appropriate mechanics and conventions are used to create simple texts |
| Research and Reasoning | 1 | A variety of locations must be explored to find information that answers questions of interest | 2 | Identify purpose, information and question an issue | 3 | Quality of thinking depends on the quality of questions |
Thompson School District Curriculum Placemats
Thompson placemats provide specific information regarding the skills Kindergarteners will be able to master by the end of the school year.
- Kindergarten Reading, Writing & Communicating Placemats
