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English Language Acquisition	Language Acquisition - English	Grade 06
Content Communication Contexts Language Mechanics and Grammar (Phases 1+2) Basic Sentence Structure Simple Present Simple Present Progressive Simple Past Future Simple Question formation with Tenses Parts of Speech Personal Pronouns and Articles Indefinite Pronouns Determiners and Prepositions Modal Verbs for ability Past Continuous Present Perfect Conditional 2 Compound Sentences with Commas and Conjunctions Direct and Indirect Objects Citations Grade 6 Modern Heroes The World Around Me Our Planet Fables & Myths Skills Listening Short video clips Tutorials Listening to read-alouds Podcasts Movie extracts Audio guides Clips of stage performances TED talks News stories Reading Websites Articles Blogs Books Recipes Different types of poems Podcast transcripts Theatre plays Biographies Diary entries Novels Graphic novels Speaking Presentations Group discussions TV talk shows Protests Debates Reading aloud Short skits Podcasts Acting out Role plays Writing Facebook page Presentations Reflection writing Script writing Write your own fable Creating posters Writing comprehension questions Writing recipes (procedural writing) Writing a podcast script Storyboard Diary entry Poems Writing a biography Emails Speeches Blog entry Letter writing Summaries Capable: English (Phases 3+4) Content Communication Contexts Language Mechanics and Grammar (Phases 3+4) Past Perfect Conditional 3 Modifiers (some of, most of) Gerunds and infinitives Nouns and adjective clauses Relative pronouns (who, whom, which, that) and with questions Review perfect and introduce other perfect aspects Review conditionals 1-3 Review gerunds, infinitives, noun/adjective clauses Other aspects of perfect Phrasal verbs and prepositional verbs Grade 6 Modern Heroes The World Around Me (Holes) Our Planet (Persuasive language and speeches) Fables & Myths (The Odyssey) Skills Listening Video clips Tutorials Listening to read-alouds Podcasts Movie extracts Audio guides Audiobooks Clips of stage performances TED talks News stories Reading Websites Articles Blogs Books Recipes Different types of poems Podcast transcripts Theatre plays Biographies Diary entries Historical texts Novels Graphic novels Travel brochures Theatre plays Speaking Presentations Group discussions TV talk shows Protests Debates using rhetorical devices Reading aloud Short skits Podcasts Acting out Cloze reading videos Role plays Writing Essays Reflection writing Script writing Tables Write your own myth and its analysis Creating posters Book report Character analysis essays Podcast script Travel brochures Storyboard Diary entry Poems Biography Emails Speeches Blog entry Letter writing Summaries Advertisements TED Talk Articles Speeches Proficient: English (Phases 5+6) Content Communication Contexts Language Mechanics and Grammar (Phases 5+6) Perfect and refine language as needed Commonly confused words Suffixes and prefixes, roots and loan words Academic vocabulary Formal and informal language Homophones and homonyms Passive Advanced adverbial clauses Advanced connectives: cause and effect, contrast, condition Grade 6 Biographies “Holes” Novel Study The Environment Fables and Myths Skills Listening Students listen to and watch a wide variety of multimodal texts such as: Short video clips Films Interviews Book talks Podcasts Theatre clips News stories Audioguides Advertisements Stage performances TED Talks Reading Students read a wide variety of text formats such as: Novels of different genres Poetry Plays Nonfiction text types (e.g., news articles, blogs, diaries, various websites, speeches) Speaking Students develop their oral skills through: Class discussions Group work Presentations Interviews Debates Reports Role plays Skits Writing Students develop writing skills through: Planning and writing advanced essays Diary entries Blogs Articles Critiques Letter writing Poetry Stories Script writing
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	EY3
Content Language Foundations Vocabulary Building: Expand vocabulary, conversation, exposure to books Sound Discrimination: Different sounds in spoken words Rhyming: Rhyming words through songs, rhymes, and word play Letter Recognition: Uppercase and lowercase letters in the alphabet Emergent Reading Print Awareness: Print has meaning and book exploration Environmental Print: Logos, signs, and labels in the environment Book Handling Skills: Holding a book, turning pages, left to right, print meaning Storytelling: Pictures, props, simple stories Sequencing: Event order, visual cues, storyboards Emergent Writing Scribbling and Drawing: Expressing ideas, drawing, scribbling, making marks on paper Fine Motor Skills: hand-eye coordination, draw, colour and manipulate objects Letter Formation: Letter shapes, tracing activities, guided practice Speaking and Listening Basic vocabulary related to personal experiences, objects, and actions Simple instructions and questions Awareness of turn-taking and sharing during conversations and play Needs, feelings, and ideas Skills Language Foundations Recognizing and producing rhyming words Identifying and manipulating sounds in spoken words Practicing sound discrimination and repetition activities Expanding vocabulary through conversations and exposure to a variety of topics and texts Understanding and using basic words and phrases Identifying and labeling common objects, animals, and people Exploring new words through stories, songs, and rhymes Discriminating between visual representations (symbols, letters, numbers, words) Emergent Reading Exploring and handling books independently Understanding that print carries meaning Demonstrating an interest in books and print awareness Engaging in imaginative play and creating stories using toys or props Retelling familiar stories using their own words and actions Understanding basic story elements like characters, setting, and plot Emergent Writing Exploring writing tools and materials Experimenting with making marks and scribbles resembling writing Dictating stories or ideas to an adult Attempting to write some letters or letter-like shapes Understanding that writing represents thoughts and ideas Speaking and Listening Engaging in conversations with peers and adults Following simple oral instructions Responding to questions and prompts Using basic vocabulary to express needs and desires Participating in group activities and discussion
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	EY4
Content Language Foundations Vocabulary Building: Expand vocabulary through conversation and exposure to books Sound Discrimination: Different sounds in spoken words Rhyming: Rhyming words through songs, rhymes, and word play Letter Recognition: Uppercase and lowercase letters in the alphabet Emergent Reading Print Awareness: Print has meaning and book exploration Environmental Print: Logos, signs, and labels in the environment Book Handling Skills: Holding a book, turning pages, left to right, print meaning Storytelling: Pictures, props, simple stories Sequencing: Event order, visual cues, storyboards Emergent Writing Scribbling and Drawing: Expressing ideas, drawing, scribbling, making marks on paper Fine Motor Skills: Hand-eye coordination to draw, colour, and manipulate objects Letter Formation: Letter shapes, tracing activities, guided practice Speaking and Listening Basic vocabulary related to personal experiences, objects, and actions Simple instructions and questions Awareness of turn-taking and sharing during conversations and play Expressing needs, feelings, and ideas Skills Language Foundations Recognizing and producing rhyming words Identifying and manipulating sounds in spoken words Practicing sound discrimination and repetition activities Expanding vocabulary through conversations and exposure to a variety of topics and texts Understanding and using basic words and phrases Identifying and labeling common objects, animals, and people Exploring new words through stories, songs, and rhymes Discriminating between visual representations (symbols, letters, numbers, words) Emergent Reading Exploring and handling books independently Understanding that print carries meaning Demonstrating an interest in books and print awareness Engaging in imaginative play and creating stories using toys or props Retelling familiar stories using their own words and actions Understanding basic story elements like characters, setting, and plot Emergent Writing Exploring writing tools and materials Experimenting with making marks and scribbles resembling writing Dictating stories or ideas to an adult Attempting to write some letters or letter-like shapes Understanding that writing represents thoughts and ideas Speaking and Listening Engaging in conversations with peers and adults Following simple oral instructions Responding to questions and prompts Using basic vocabulary to express needs and desires Participating in group activities and discussion
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	EY5
Content Language Foundations Letter Recognition: Identifying uppercase and lowercase letters Phonemic Awareness: Recognizing and manipulating individual sounds in words, rhyming words Print Concepts: Understanding that print carries meaning, left-to-right directionality Vocabulary: Acquiring new words, understanding word meanings Grammar and Conventions: Capitalization, punctuation, using complete sentences Language Usage: Using appropriate language in different contexts, greetings, basic phrases Reading Story Elements: Characters, setting, events Retelling Stories: Recalling key details and sequencing events Text Analysis: Identifying illustrations and connecting them to the text Main Topic and Key Details: Identifying the main topic and finding key details Text Features: Labels, captions, photographs Text Structure: Identifying how information is organized Writing Writing Process: Drawing, dictating, and writing to express ideas Narrative Writing: Drawing and writing about personal experiences Labeling: Using labels to identify objects and pictures Speaking and Listening Collaborative Discussions: Participating in conversations, listening to others, taking turns Following Instructions: Listening attentively and following simple directions Skills Language Foundations Recognizing and producing rhyming words Identifying and manipulating individual sounds in spoken words Matching letters to their sounds Blending sounds to read simple words Expanding vocabulary through conversations and exposure to a variety of texts Recognizing and using frequently occurring nouns and verbs Using correct capitalization and ending punctuation in writing Using basic sentence structure to convey meaning Using age-appropriate vocabulary in conversations and providing simple explanations Reading Identifying and understanding basic story elements, such as characters and settings Retelling familiar stories using illustrations and key details Engaging in shared reading activities with guidance Answering questions about key details in a text Writing Using drawings, letters, and inventive spelling to express ideas in writing Writing letters and some high-frequency words with correct formation Experimenting with different writing tools and materials Using drawings, dictation, and writing to communicate ideas Speaking and Listening Participating in conversations by listening and responding appropriately Following simple oral instructions Speaking audibly and expressing thoughts clearly Describing familiar people, places, objects, and events
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	Grade 01
Content Language Foundations Phonics and Word Recognition: Letter sounds, short vowels, consonant blends Sight Words: High-frequency words Fluency: Accurate and appropriate pacing Vocabulary: New words, word meanings Grammar and Conventions: Capitalization, punctuation, sentence structure, complete sentences Language Usage: Language in different contexts – greetings, polite expressions Reading Story Elements: Characters, setting, events Retelling Stories: Key details and sequence of events Text Analysis: Main idea and supporting details Text Features: Headings, labels, photographs Text Structure: How information is organized Writing Writing Process: Prewriting strategies, drafting, revising, editing, publishing Narrative Writing: Stories with a beginning, middle, and end Informative Writing: Facts, sharing information through writing Opinion Writing: Opinions and supporting details Speaking and Listening Collaborative Discussions: Participating, listening, questioning Presentation Skills: Clear speaking, volume, eye contact Following Instructions: Attentive listening, multi-step directions Skills Language Foundations Identifying and producing rhyming words Decoding and blending sounds in words Reading high-frequency words accurately and fluently Constructing sentences with subject-predicate structure Capitalizing the first word and proper nouns Using end punctuation correctly Utilizing new vocabulary in speech and writing Spelling common words accurately Reading Comprehending basic reading through predictions and connections Identifying story elements such as characters, setting, and plot Retelling stories with proper sequencing Using text features to find information in nonfiction Identifying the main topic and key details in nonfiction Making connections between texts on the same topic Writing Planning and organizing ideas with graphic organizers or outlines Writing focused, organized, and coherent texts Using descriptive language, sensory details, and dialogue effectively Incorporating a variety of sentence types and structures Speaking and Listening Participating actively in conversations and discussions Following oral instructions Asking and answering questions Recounting stories and experiences orally
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	Grade 02
Content Language Foundations Phonics and Word Recognition: Short and long vowel sounds, consonant blends, digraphs Fluency: Reading with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression Vocabulary: Understanding and using new words, context clues Grammar and Conventions: Capitalization, punctuation, sentence structure (subject, predicate, simple and compound sentences), subject-verb agreement Language Usage: Using complete sentences, proper nouns, past/present tense, adverbs Reading Character Analysis: Traits, feelings, actions of characters Story Elements: Characters, setting, plot Text Analysis: Structure, main idea, key details Main Idea and Supporting Details: Identifying main idea, finding supporting details Text Features: Headings, captions, labels, diagrams Text Structure: Sequence of events, cause and effect Writing Writing Process: Prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, publishing Narrative Writing: Storytelling, beginning-middle-end structure, descriptive details Informational Writing: Sharing information, facts, labeling, organizing ideas Opinion Writing: Opinions, reasons, persuasive language Grammar, Capitalization, Punctuation, and Spelling Rules Speaking and Listening Collaborative Discussions: Conversations, listening to others, turn-taking Presentation Skills: Speech adaptation for audience, appropriate volume and eye contact Listening Comprehension: Oral instructions, active listening, appropriate response Skills Language Foundations Decoding and understanding unfamiliar words Reading fluently and expressively Using context clues to determine word meaning Constructing proper sentences with punctuation Applying grammar and capitalization rules Expanding vocabulary through reading and word study Spelling common words accurately Reading Comprehending and retelling stories Identifying story elements and their impact Determining main idea and supporting details Making connections between text and personal experiences Summarizing key ideas from nonfiction texts Using text features and structure effectively Making connections and comparisons across texts Writing Planning and organizing ideas with focus and organization Writing narratives, informational/explanatory texts, and opinion pieces Using descriptive language and precise vocabulary Applying grammar, punctuation, and spelling accurately Speaking and Listening Participating actively in discussions Delivering clear oral presentations Following and giving multi-step instructions accurately Engaging in respectful conversations
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	Grade 04
Content Language Foundations Phonics and Word Recognition: Advanced phonics patterns, prefixes, suffixes Fluency: Accuracy, rate, expression Vocabulary: Meaning, context clues, word parts, idioms, figurative language Grammar and Conventions: Grammar rules, usage, capitalization, punctuation, spelling Sentence Structure: Varied sentence structures, subject-verb agreement, verb tenses Language Usage: Standard English grammar and usage, verb tenses, pronoun-antecedent agreement, formal and informal language Reading Character Analysis: Traits, motivations, changes, contribution to the plot Theme and Central Message: Theme, central message, evidence Text Analysis: Structure, elements, literary devices (figurative language, symbolism) Main Idea and Supporting Details: Main idea, supporting details, analysis Text Features: Headings, captions, diagrams, effectiveness Text Structure: Organizational structures, cause and effect, compare and contrast Writing Writing Process: Prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, publishing Narrative Writing: Plot, characters, sensory details, dialogue Informational Writing: Topic examination, ideas, structures, evidence Opinion Writing: Claim, reasons, evidence, persuasive techniques Speaking and Listening Collaborative Discussions: Collaboration, expression, idea development Presentation Skills: Organization, eye contact, visual aids Listening Comprehension: Active listening, summary, questions Skills Language Foundations Developing proficient decoding and word analysis Using context clues and word relationships Fluent reading with comprehension Expanding vocabulary and academic language Proficiency in figurative language and grammar Reading Analyzing story elements and genres Explaining literary devices Making evidence-based claims and conclusions Summarizing nonfiction texts Evaluating author’s purpose and point of view Using text features and structures effectively Writing Planning and organizing ideas Writing with focus, organization, and evidence Engaging language and varied sentence structures Applying grammar and spelling conventions Speaking and Listening Actively participating in discussions Delivering clear presentations Adapting speech to different contexts Following and giving multi-step instructions
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	Grade 05
Content Phonics and Word Recognition: Advanced phonics patterns, prefixes, suffixes Fluency: Accuracy, rate, expression Vocabulary Acquisition: Context clues, word parts, reference materials Vocabulary: Meaning, figurative language, connotations, idioms, academic vocabulary Grammar and Conventions: Grammar, usage, capitalization, punctuation, spelling Language Usage: Standard English, verb tense consistency, subject-verb agreement, pronoun-antecedent agreement Sentence Structure: Varied structures, phrases, clauses Reading Character Analysis: Traits, motivations, changes, contribution to the story Theme and Central Message: Theme, central message, analysis, evidence Text Analysis: Structure, elements, literary devices Main Idea and Supporting Details: Main idea, supporting details, analysis Text Features: Headings, graphs, charts, effectiveness Text Structure: Organizational structures, text features, comparison Writing Writing Process: Prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, publishing Narrative Writing: Plot, characters, sensory details, dialogue Informational Writing: Topic examination, ideas, structures, evidence Opinion Writing: Claim, reasons, evidence, persuasive techniques Grammar, Capitalization, Punctuation, and Spelling Rules Speaking and Listening Collaborative Discussions: Collaboration, expression, building upon ideas Presentation Skills: Organization, purposeful language, visual aids Listening Comprehension: Active listening, comprehension, summary, questions Skills Language Foundations Developing proficient decoding and word analysis Using context clues and word relationships Vocabulary expansion through word study and complex texts Fluent reading with comprehension Applying standard English conventions Applying grammar and sentence structures effectively Reading Analyzing complex story elements and their impact Understanding genres and characteristics Analyzing author’s use of literary devices Making evidence-based claims and conclusions Summarizing complex nonfiction texts Evaluating author’s purpose, point of view, and claims Synthesizing information from multiple sources Using text features, structures, and evidence Writing Understanding the writing process Planning and organizing ideas Writing with focus, organization, and evidence Using precise language and varied sentence structures Applying grammar and spelling conventions Speaking and Listening Participating actively in collaborative discussions Delivering formal presentations with clarity and organization Adapting speech to different contexts Active listening and appropriate responses
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	Grade 06
Content Units Exploring Other Worlds: The dystopian world through The Giver by Lois Lowry Poetry Changing World: Understanding how the environment is expressed in a variety of non-literary texts Textual Features Narrative Story Arc Characters & Characterization Poetic Forms and Structure: Haiku, lyrical, free verse, erasure, concrete, sonnet, volta, rhyme schemes Sensory Language Details Figurative Language: Simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia, hyperbole, alliteration, personification Persuasive Language & Building Arguments Skills Reading Summarizing & paraphrasing Reading for detail Inferencing Synthesizing Interpretation & analysis Vocabulary building Writing PEE Paragraphs Thesis statements Essay writing Poetic forms Rationale Monologue Editorial writing/persuasive writing Speaking Collaborative work in groups Collaborative class work Media Competencies In-text citations Bibliography Evaluating sources
English Language and Literature	Language and Literature - English	Grade 07
Content Units Personal Narratives: Exploring and creating personal narratives The Best Words in the Best Order: Understanding the elements of poetry Non-Literary Texts: An introduction to various non-literary texts The Breadwinner: Exploring bildungsroman through Deborah Ellis’s The Breadwinner Textual Features Figurative Language: Simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia, hyperbole, idiom, cliché, alliteration, personification, imagery, symbolism, repetition Sensory Language Poetic Devices: Enjambment, caesura, assonance, consonance, onomatopoeia, rhyme Point of View: First person, second person Tone Theme Style Register Context Skills Reading Comprehension Inference (implicit/explicit) Analysing character traits Making predictions Making connections Writing Descriptive writing Narrative writing Sensory writing Speaking Role play Interviews Group and pair presentations

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