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Guardian Angles Language Arts
Language Arts - Grade 5

Informational Sources: Synthesizing
The learner will be able to make connections among sources, authors, and daily experiences by synthesizing information read in three entries of a particular resource (newspapers, magazines, books) and judging the information on specific criteria (set by teacher and/or student) such as the value of the information, how well the authors of the sources made and substantiated their points, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Narrative Patterns: Applying
The learner will be able to recognize and apply narrative patterns.
Strand Scope Source
Narrative Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Short Story: Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze short stories.
Strand Scope Source
Story/Short Story Introduce Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Reading: Analysis and Generalization tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Language Expressions

Idiom: Define/Interpret
The learner will be able to define and interpret idioms.
Strand Scope Source
Idiom Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Sentence Combining: Multiple Sentences
The learner will be able to combine a series of sentences by adding a phrase or clause, using conjunctions for smooth transitions, and using compound predicates, subjects, and objects.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure/Combine Sentences Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Expression: Recognize Errors
The learner will be able to recognize and correct errors in language expression.
Strand Scope Source
Language Expression Develop Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Language: Usage and Expression tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Simile: Recognize
The learner will be able to show an understanding of similes by reading sentences and choosing the best similes for the underlined words or phrases.
Strand Scope Source
Metaphor/Simile Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Metaphor: Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret metaphors and show an understanding of how they are used in comparisons.
Strand Scope Source
Metaphor/Simile Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Usage: Demonstrate/Standard
The learner will be able to demonstrate standard language usage.
Strand Scope Source
Usage Develop Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Language: Usage and Expression tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Edit: Context
The learner will be able to edit a series of sentences for double negatives, verb forms, subject-verb agreement, redundancies, and clarity.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure: Edit Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Conjunction: Use
The learner will be able to correctly use conjunctions in a sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Conjunction Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
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Language Mechanics

Punctuation: Use
The learner will be able to use periods (in abbreviations and at the end of sentences), question marks, exclamation marks, commas (in letter openings/closings, dates, between cities and states, and with direct quotes), and apostrophes (possessives and contractions).
Strand Scope Source
Punctuation Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Comma: Understand
The learner will be able to edit sentences for the correct use of commas and show an understanding of how commas alter meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Comma Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Punctuation: Identify Correct
The learner will be able to identify the correct punctuation.
Strand Scope Source
Punctuation Develop Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Language: Punctuation tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Capitalization: Complete Sentence
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of capitalization rules by identifying the correct capitalization required to complete a given sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Applications Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Capitalization: Use Correctly
The learner will be able to use capitalization correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Applications Develop Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Language: Capitalization tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Summary: Summarize/Respond
The learner will be able to summarize oral presentations given by others, and respond appropriately to another by paraphrasing their point of view and providing counterpoints.
Strand Scope Source
Summary Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Speech: Content/Critique
The learner will be able to critique a speaker for speech content (ideas selected for speech, organization of ideas, facts and opinions given as support, appropriateness of topic for given audience).
Strand Scope Source
Speech Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Questions: Clarify/Analyze/Synthesize
The learner will be able to formulate questions which require a speaker to clarify meaning, analyze, and synthesize information.
Strand Scope Source
Questions Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Draw Conclusion: Underlying Relationship
The learner will be able to draw a conclusion from underlying relationships.
Strand Scope Source
Draw Conclusion Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Detail: Relevant/Irrelevant/Distinguish
The learner will be able to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant details in an orally read passage.
Strand Scope Source
Detail Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Main Idea: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the main idea in an orally read passage.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Informational Concept: Basic
The learner will be able to understand basic informational concepts.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Concept Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Inference: Orally Read Passage
The learner will be able to make inferences from an orally read passage.
Strand Scope Source
Inference Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
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Reading Operations

Story Elements: Revising
The learner will be able to add new details, characters, or a new ending, to a short story. The additions should reflect a familiarity with the story and be consistent with the story in some way (style, theme, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Story Elements: Response
The learner will be able to read a grade level appropriate story and demonstrate comprehension of the story by taking one element (a character, the setting, a theme) and writing an original story which develops and elaborates on the element by placing it in a new scenario. (e.g., Write an original story which captures the themes of maturity, personal growth, rites of passage, and becoming an adult from a young adult literary selection.) The student must identify the element, explore it, and capture it in an original piece. The student should also write a reflection piece which explains why specific creative decisions were made in writing the original story.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Strategies: Self-Checking
The learner will be able to develop methods for self-checking comprehension (rereading, self-questioning, skimming, responding in writing, summarizing, listing events in sequential order, separating causes/effects and facts/opinions, and thinking about the logical next steps, words, events of a story).
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Interpretation: Variety of Sources
The learner will be able to interpret a variety of reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Interpretation Introduce Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Reading: Inference and Interpretation tested in week 7 of next year..; National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Relationship
The learner will be able to analyze and discuss cause and effect, fact and opinion, propaganda, and assumptions in literature, in small group settings, and in written responses.
Strand Scope Source
Relationship Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Response: Judging
The learner will be able to read and interpret selections of fiction and nonfiction, and be able to make inferences, draw conclusions, and judge the selections on a given set of criteria.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Critical Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Construct Meaning: Clues
The learner will be able to consider book titles, chapter titles, illustrations, and prior exposure (to topics, genres, authors, time periods, etc.) as clues to constructing meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Constructing Meaning: Strategies Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Response Logs
The learner will be able to keep a reading response log which includes sections for detailing events, and for providing an emotional and/or intellectual reaction to story elements. Such a log should be referred to by the student as a measure of the student's growth as a reader, for topics for group discussions, and as a way to become an engaged reader.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Logs Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Response: Short Paper
The learner will be able to write a brief response to a short passage which addresses the necessary points and details and shows an understanding of the passage.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Composing Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Main Idea: Implied
The learner will be able to identify the implied main idea of a given passage.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Predict Outcome: Nonfiction
The learner will be able to demonstrate the ability to predict the outcome of a given nonfiction passage (using details from the text to justify an outcome).
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Fact: Understand
The learner will be able to understand facts in a reading selection.
Strand Scope Source
Fact/Opinion Develop Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Reading: Factual Understanding tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Fact/Opinion
The learner will be able to distinguish between fact and opinion.
Strand Scope Source
Fact/Opinion Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Summary: Passage Elements
The learner will be able to read a given passage and summarize the main ideas, facts, and details of the passage.
Strand Scope Source
Summary Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade.; MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Seventh Grade tested in week 7 of next year
  
Passage Elements: Contrast
The learner will be able to find contrasts with passage elements.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Story Elements: Make Inferences
The learner will be able to make inferences about the elements of a story.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Introduce Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Reading: Inference and Interpretation tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Sources of Text
The learner will be able to determine the source of a piece of text.
Strand Scope Source
Source Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Sequence: Time/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the time structure of a reading passage.
Strand Scope Source
Sequence Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Generalization: Short Stories
The learner will be able to develop generalizations about short stories.
Strand Scope Source
Generalization Introduce Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Reading: Analysis and Generalization tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Informative: Panel/Speech/Interview
The learner will be able to present information to a group in a panel, speech, interview, or dramatization format using body language, eye contact, effective word choices and sentence construction, voice modulation, timing, and precise pronunciation to communicate.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Informative Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Story: Retell/Summarize
The learner will be able to orally retell or summarize a story.
Strand Scope Source
Story Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
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Sight Words
The learner will be able to analyze a series of words and identify which word is spelled incorrectly.
Strand Scope Source
Sight Word Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Edit: Contextual
The learner will be able to edit for spelling using context clues, affixes, base words, and other spelling patterns, and make connections between word etymology, spelling, and meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Editing Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Homophones
The learner will be able to review sentences for the appropriate use and correct spelling of homophones.
Strand Scope Source
Homophone Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Strategies
The learner will be able to develop a study method for learning how to spell new words (such as keeping a log of words misspelled frequently).
Strand Scope Source
Spelling Strategies Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Vowels: Diphthongs
The learner will be able to correctly use and spell diphthongs.
Strand Scope Source
Vowel Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Vowels: Substitutions
The learner will be able to correctly substitute vowel digraphs for diphthong sounds.
Strand Scope Source
Vowel Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Root Words: Building
The learner will be able to correctly spell words where an affix may or may not change the spelling of the root word.
Strand Scope Source
Affix Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Sound/Letter: Multiple Representations
The learner will be able to correctly spell words whose sounds have multiple letter representations (graphemes).
Strand Scope Source
Multiple Letter Representation Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Spelling
The learner will be able to choose a word that best completes a sentence and is spelled correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Complete Sentence Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Irregular Words
The learner will be able to correctly write words with irregular spelling.
Strand Scope Source
Irregular Word Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Spelling: Applications
The learner will be able to spell words correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Spelling Applications Develop Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Language: Spelling tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Suffix: Spell
The learner will be able to correctly spell words which have a suffix.
Strand Scope Source
Suffix Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
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Study and Research Skills

Research Project: Management
The learner will be able to work in a group, as an actively participating member, to decide on a research topic, plan the project, set goals, make timelines for completing the project on time, develop a thesis statement, collect, compile, and synthesize information from a variety of sources, prepare a group presentation to inform others on the topic, and participate in the presentation using visual/audio aids.
Strand Scope Source
Research Project Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Dictionary: Entry
The learner will be able to find specific dictionary entries and details of dictionary entries: pronunciation of a specific letter in a given word, parts of speech, correct use of a word, and the number of syllables in a word.
Strand Scope Source
Dictionary Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Index: Locate Information
The learner will be able to locate page numbers for specific topics when given an index.
Strand Scope Source
Index Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Encyclopedia: Locate Information
The learner will be able to locate information in an encyclopedia.
Strand Scope Source
Encyclopedia Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Stimuli: Dual/Synthesize
The learner will be able to synthesize information in dual stimuli, such as information presented in both text and graphs.
Strand Scope Source
Stimuli Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Card Catalog
The learner will be able to use a card catalog to identify parts of a book (such as the author, topic, title, total pages, publisher, location of publisher, and information about the author).
Strand Scope Source
Card Catalog Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Diagrams: Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze a diagram.
Strand Scope Source
Diagram Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
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Vocabulary: Substitution
The learner will be able to read a passage from a grade level appropriate book, and make word substitutions, using synonyms and figures of speech, which accomplish a predetermined purpose (changing the mood of the passage, altering the passage to make it appropriate for a different audience, utilizing words which have connotations beyond a dictionary definition, and adding new information).
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Connotation: Describe
The learner will be able to study words, their multiple definitions and layers of meaning, and describe the connotations of specific words.
Strand Scope Source
Connotation Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Writing: Poems
The learner will be able to select vivid, precise, and interesting words to write haikus, cinquains, diamantes, limericks, and formula poems with consistent themes.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Writing Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Compound Word: Define
The learner will be able to define compound words in a sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Compound Word Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Analogy: Create/Interpret
The learner will be able to create and interpret analogies.
Strand Scope Source
Analogy Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Sentence Completion
The learner will be able to identify the vocabulary word that best completes a given sentence as read aloud by the teacher.
Strand Scope Source
Complete Sentence Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Relationship
The learner will be able to determine the meaning of a word through its relationship to another word.
Strand Scope Source
Word Relationships Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Context: Technical
The learner will be able to determine the meaning of unfamiliar technical terms by analyzing the context (a paragraph or more) in which the words are used.
Strand Scope Source
Context Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Vocabulary: Apply
The learner will be able to apply an understanding of vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Develop Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 12, Reading: Vocabulary tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Strategies
The learner will be able to execute writing strategies (compare/contrast, cause/effect, examples, case studies, elaboration, evidence, definition, sentence construction, organization of ideas, descriptive language, voice, and classification) with control and purpose in writing for pleasure, in content areas, and to communicate ideas and opinions to members of the community.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Strategies Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Expository: Audience
The learner will be able to write pieces which inform a given audience, and include logically organized and relevant ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Expository Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Descriptive: Character Letter
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of a historical character and writing skills to create a one page letter which explains a modern invention to the character. The description should be appropriate for the historical character's educational background, age, time period, experiences, and tied in some way to the character's interests. The modern invention must be explained in clear, precise, and vivid terms. The pros, cons, functions, and appearance of the invention should be included. Each stage of the writing process (prewriting, drafting, revising, rewriting, editing, and publishing) should be self-evaluated, or evaluated by peers, parents, or teachers.
Strand Scope Source
Descriptive Introduce The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Edit: Language Conventions
The learner will be able to edit written works for the correct application of the following English language conventions: pronouns and their references, subject-verb agreement, irregular verbs, verb tenses, plural possessives, capitalization, punctuation (commas between cities/states, dates, after yes or no responses, after introductory phrases, and after nouns of direct address), and spelling.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Edit: Language Conventions
The learner will be able to proofread sentences for punctuation errors and complete sentences using correct punctuation and capitalization.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Expressive: Feelings
The learner will be able to write to express feelings and emotions.
Strand Scope Source
Expressive Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Topic Sentence: Create/Edit
The learner will be able to create and edit a topic sentence which develops the topic of a given paragraph.
Strand Scope Source
Paragraph Content: Topic Sentence Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Collection: Compile/Different Areas
The learner will be able to compile a portfolio of writing samples which includes writing from different content areas, reports, short stories, persuasive, and expository pieces, and poems with drafts from each stage of the writing process. The writing should reflect the writer's growth in such areas as writing strategies, vocabulary, language conventions, and interests throughout a month, semester, or year. The portfolio should also include an explanation of why the pieces were selected, a self-evaluation of progress, and a judgment statement on whether goals set by teacher and/or student were met.
Strand Scope Source
Portfolios: Collection Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Persuasive: Strategies
The learner will be able to write to persuade a given audience on a given topic utilizing word choices, language expressions, examples, metaphors, and other persuasion techniques.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Sequence: Sentence Variety
The learner will be able to logically order a series of simple, compound, and complex sentences.
Strand Scope Source
Sequence Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Research Paper: Development
The learner will be able to understand the development of a research paper.
Strand Scope Source
Research Paper Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Main Idea: Details/Subtopics
The learner will be able to write a composition which includes a main idea, subtopics, and supporting details.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Edit: Proofreading
The learner will be able to identify the word that is spelled incorrectly in a given sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Edit: Paragraph Coherence
The learner will be able to edit a paragraph for cohesiveness, theme, and sequence of ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Content Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
Conventions: Margins
The learner will be able to write legibly within margins.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Writing: Conventions Develop The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Fifth Grade
  
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