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Tularosa Municipal School District:
Tularosa Grade 4
Language Arts - Grade 4 Q1

Genres
Nonfiction: Reading
The learner will be able to read a variety of nonfiction.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.3
  
Word Choice: Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze author's word choice.
Strand Scope Source
Author: Word Choice Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.1
  
Literature: People/Self/Society
The learner will be able to use literature as a way to understand people, society, and the self.
Strand Scope Source
Literature Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, Content Standard III
  
Author: Genre/Choose/Explain
The learner will be able to explain why an author would choose to write in a particular genre.
Strand Scope Source
Author Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.3
  
Fiction: Genres
The learner will be able to read a variety of fiction works.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.3
  
Characteristic: Difference/Describe
The learner will be able to describe the contextual differences among various genres.
Strand Scope Source
Genre: Characteristics Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.2
  
Poetry: Variety
The learner will be able to read a wide variety of poetry.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.3
  
Multicultural Literature: Character Type
The learner will be able to compare and contrast stories from diverse cultures by tracking the adventures of one character type.
Strand Scope Source
Multicultural Literature Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-A.4
  
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Language Arts Processes
Response: Author's/Word/Effect/Examine
The learner will be able to apply the use of interpretive, critical, and evaluative strategies to respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama by examining the effect of the authors' word choices, and context.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Response Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.5
  
Oral/Written/Visual Text: Consider
The learner will be able to consider how language and visuals bring characters to life, enhance plot development, and encourage a response.
Strand Scope Source
Oral/Written/Visual Text: Form/Content Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.4
  
Strategies: Text/Develop/Use
The learner will be able to develop and use strategies and skills to understand text that is read, heard, and viewed.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, Content Standard I
  
Strategies: Critical Thinking/Apply
The learner will be able to apply critical thinking skills in order to understand information that is read, heard, or viewed.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C
  
Response: Character/Action/Analyze
The learner will be able to apply the use of interpretive, critical, and evaluative strategies to respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama by analyzing the reasons for characters' actions.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Response Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.5
  
Response: Motive/Recognize/Analyze
The learner will be able to apply the use of interpretive, critical, and evaluative strategies to respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama by recognizing and analyzing characters' motives.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Response Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.5
  
Response: Nonfiction/Evaluative
The learner will be able to apply the use of interpretive, critical, and evaluative strategies to respond to nonfiction.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Response Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.2
  
Response: Problem/Point of View/Consider
The learner will be able to apply the use of interpretive, critical, and evaluative strategies to respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama by considering a situation or problem from different characters' points of view.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Response Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.5
  
Exploring Community Issues: Culture
The learner will be able to use media, language, and literature to acquire and demonstrate awareness of cultures from across the world.
Strand Scope Source
Exploring Community Issues Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-A
  
Critical Analysis: Listen/Read
The learner will be able to critically examine his/her reactions to ideas heard and read, understanding how rhetorical strategies, style of presentation, and personal knowledge and experience influence responses.
Strand Scope Source
Comprehension: Critical Thinking Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
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Language Expressions
Conventions: Communicate/Ideas/Use
The learner will be able to use his/her knowledge of grammar and language conventions to find and communicate information and ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B
  
Sentence Structure: Forms/Speaking
The learner will be able to use simple sentences when speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.1
  
Sentence Structure: Standard Form
The learner will be able to write using standard sentence form (simple sentences).
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.1
  
Compound/Complex: Use/Speaking
The learner will be able to use compound sentences when speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure: Compound/Complex Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.1
  
Fragment/Run-On: Avoid
The learner will be able to write sentences which are free from fragments or run-ons.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure/Fragment/Run-On Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Usage: Verb/Agreement/Tense/Choose
The learner will be able to choose appropriate subject-verb agreement, verb tense, and verbs when writing and speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Usage Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Syntax: Identify/Use
The learner will be able to identify and use correct syntax in writing.
Strand Scope Source
Syntax Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Conventions: Write Correct
The learner will be able to write with correct language usage, mechanics, spelling, and capitalization.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Grammar: Knowledge/Elements/Apply
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of the elements of grammar in speech, including present, past, future, and progressive verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, pronoun references, and word order.
Strand Scope Source
Grammar Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
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Language Mechanics
Capitalization: Proper Nouns
The learner will be able to capitalize proper nouns.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.6
  
Capitalization: Musical Composition
The learner will be able to capitalize the name of a musical composition.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.6
  
Capitalization: Works of Art
The learner will be able to capitalize the name of a work of art.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.6
  
Capitalization: Names of Organizations
The learner will be able to capitalize names of organizations.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.6
  
Comma: Quotations/Use
The learner will be able to use commas correctly with quotations.
Strand Scope Source
Comma Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.4
  
Apostrophe: Possessive
The learner will be able to use apostrophes in possessives.
Strand Scope Source
Apostrophe/Hyphen/Dash Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.4
  
Apostrophe: Use/Contraction
The learner will be able to use an apostrophe with contractions.
Strand Scope Source
Apostrophe/Hyphen/Dash Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.4
  
Punctuation: Titles/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the titles of documents by using underlining, quotation marks, or italics.
Strand Scope Source
Punctuation Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.5
  
Abbreviate: Use/Final Draft
The learner will be able to correctly use abbreviations in his/her final draft of writing.
Strand Scope Source
Abbreviate/Initial Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
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Listening
Behaviors: Information/Listen
The learner will be able to listen to information.
Strand Scope Source
Listening Behaviors Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A
  
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Reading Operations
Character: Situation/Perspective
The learner will be able to consider situations or problems within a text from different characters' perspectives.
Strand Scope Source
Character Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.1
  
Strategies: Story Details/Visualize
The learner will be able to visualize and recall story details, including sequence and characterization.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.2
  
Strategies: Metacognitive/Apply
The learner will be able to apply the use of metacognitive strategies to understand reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.1
  
Reading Behaviors: Texts/Read
The learner will be able to read a variety of texts.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.3
  
Integrate: Strategies/Text
The learner will be able to integrate appropriate strategies for reading certain kinds of text.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Integrate Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D
  
Draw Conclusion: Inductive Reasoning
The learner will be able to draw logical conclusions using inductive reasoning.
Strand Scope Source
Draw Conclusion Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.5
  
Character: Perspective/Understand
The learner will be able to understand situations or problems within a text from different characters' perspectives.
Strand Scope Source
Character Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-A.3
  
Purposes: Reading Materials/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize the purpose of reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B
  
Plot: Different Selections/Examine
The learner will be able to examine plots from a variety of selections and cite supporting evidence.
Strand Scope Source
Plot Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.3
  
Sequence: Beginning/Middle/End
The learner will be able to identify the beginning, middle, and end of a story.
Strand Scope Source
Sequence Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.1
  
Reading Behaviors: Information/Read
The learner will be able to read information.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A
  
Reading Aloud: Grade-Level/Comprehension
The learner will be able to read aloud texts appropriate to his/her grade level with comprehension.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Aloud Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.4
  
Reading Aloud: Variety/Understanding
The learner will be able to read various texts aloud in ways that demonstrate understanding.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Aloud Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.5
  
Response: Information
The learner will be able to respond to information.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: General Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A
  
Reading Behaviors: Purpose/Choose
The learner will be able to choose literature appropriate for his/her purpose.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors: Selecting/Sharing Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B
  
Analyze: Action
The learner will be able to analyze character actions.
Strand Scope Source
Character: Analyze Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.1, III-A.1
  
Analyze: Different Selections/Examine
The learner will be able to examine characters from a variety of selections and cite supporting evidence.
Strand Scope Source
Character: Analyze Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.3
  
Motive: Identify
The learner will be able to identify character motives from a passage.
Strand Scope Source
Character: Motive Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.1, III-A.2
  
Motive: Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze character motive.
Strand Scope Source
Character: Motive Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.1, III-A.2
  
Fluency: Grade Level/Appropriate
The learner will be able to read aloud texts appropriate to his/her grade level fluently.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Aloud: Fluency Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.4
  
Fluency: Read Aloud
The learner will be able to read aloud with fluency.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Aloud: Fluency Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.5
  
Word Recognition: Immediate/Identify
The learner will be able to use word recognition strategies to immediately identify words.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Word Recognition Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.1
  
Rate: Adjust/Difficult
The learner will be able to adjust reading rate to accommodate for difficulty of reading material.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Rate Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.3
  
Rate: Purpose/Alter
The learner will be able to alter reading rate according to reading purpose.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Rate Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.3
  
Inference: Conclusion/Generalization
The learner will be able to make inferences, generalizations, or draw conclusions about text and support them with evidence from the text and his/her experience.
Strand Scope Source
Inference Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Main Idea: Details/Methods/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize the main idea or essential message, relevant details, and/or methods of development.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Persuasive: Recognize/Vocabulary
The learner will be able to recognize vocabulary or other language that is used to persuade or influence the reader to accept a point of view.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Response
The learner will be able to respond to literature through discussions, writing, dramatization, and art media, enabling him/her to make connections to reading and to organize thinking.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Critical Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Story Elements/Compare: Subject Area
The learner will be able to compare themes, story elements, and topics of different selections across subject areas.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements: Compare Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Main Idea: Details/Methods/Writing
The learner will be able to recognize or explain in writing the main idea or essential message, relevant details, and/or methods of development.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Draw Conclusion: Deductive Reasoning
The learner will be able to draw logical conclusions using deductive reasoning.
Strand Scope Source
Draw Conclusion Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-C.5
  
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Speaking
Purposes: Information/Relate
The learner will be able to show competence when speaking to relate information.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Purposes Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A
  
General: Indicate Awareness/Audience
The learner will be able to indicate awareness of audience, purpose, and situation in oral presentations with and without the use of technology.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: General Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.3
  
Language Conventions: Recognize/Use
The learner will be able to recognize and use regular verbs, irregular verbs, adverbs, prepositions, and coordinating conjunctions in speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.3
  
Purposes: Problem/Solve/Apply
The learner will be able to apply the use of oral language to solve problems.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Purposes Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.2
  
Purposes: Decisions/Apply
The learner will be able to apply the use of oral language in decision making.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Purposes Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.2
  
Ideas: Clear/Concise
The learner will be able to articulate ideas to a group in a clear and concise way.
Strand Scope Source
Facts/Ideas Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.2
  
Restating: Information
The learner will be able to restate information.
Strand Scope Source
Paraphrasing/Restating Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A
  
Discussion: Contribution
The learner will be able to make contributions in class discussions.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.1
  
Strategies: Phrasing/Pitch/Modulation
The learner will be able to guide the listener by speaking with appropriate phrasing, pitch, and modulation.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.9
  
Informative: Explain
The learner will be able to clearly explain information to a group.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Informative Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.2
  
Informative: Information/Report/Peers
The learner will be able to concisely report information to peers orally.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Informative Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-A.2
  
Strategies: Messages/Effectively
The learner will be able to communicate messages effectively.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Strategies/Techniques Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, Content Standard II
  
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Spelling
Affixes
The learner will be able to correctly spell words with affixes.
Strand Scope Source
Affix Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.7
  
Affix: Root Words
The learner will be able to spell root words correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Affix Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.7
  
Strategies: Syllable Constructions
The learner will be able to spell syllable constructions correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Spelling Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.7
  
Inflectional: Spell/Correctly
The learner will be able to spell inflectional endings correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Suffix: Inflectional Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.7
  
Spelling: Draft/Presentation/Use
The learner will be able to create final drafts and/or presentations that use correct spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format.
Strand Scope Source
Spelling Applications Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
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Study and Research Skills
Index: Use
The learner will be able to use an index to locate specific information.
Strand Scope Source
Index Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-B.1
  
Alphabet: Volumes/Find
The learner will be able to use alphabetical lettering on volumes to find information.
Strand Scope Source
Alphabetizing Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-B.1
  
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Vocabulary
Word Recognition: Strategies/Apply
The learner will be able to apply word recognition strategies.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies: Word Recognition Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.1
  
Reading: Meaningful Texts/Expand
The learner will be able to read a variety of meaningful texts to expand his/her vocabulary.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Reading Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.4
  
Strategies: Interaction/Increase
The learner will be able to increase his/her vocabulary through interaction.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.4, I-D.5
  
Strategies: Metacognitive/Apply
The learner will be able to apply the use of metacognitive strategies to clarify the meaning of vocabulary.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.1
  
Writing: Key Word/Identify
The learner will be able to identify key words used in written materials.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Writing Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.2
  
Listening: Expand
The learner will be able to expand his/her vocabulary through listening.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Listening Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-A.4, I-D.5
  
Reading: Expand
The learner will be able to read to expand his/her vocabulary.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Reading Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, I-D.5
  
Base Words: Apply Knowledge/Vocabulary
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of the meaning of root words to gain understanding of specialized vocabulary in the content areas.
Strand Scope Source
Base/Root Word Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
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Writing
Composition: Variety
The learner will be able to write a variety of compositions.
Strand Scope Source
Essay/Composition Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.1
  
Writing as a Process: Skills/Strategies
The learner will be able to use skills and strategies of the writing process.
Strand Scope Source
Writing as a Process Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C
  
Strategies: Recognize/Use
The learner will be able to recognize and use regular verbs, irregular verbs, adverbs, prepositions, and coordinating conjunctions in writing.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-B.3
  
Purposes: Assigned Topic/Form/Use
The learner will be able to write a variety of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama selections using topics and forms that are assigned.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Purposes Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.4
  
Purposes: Topic/Form/Variety
The learner will be able to write a variety of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama selections using topics and forms of his/her choice.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Purposes Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, III-B.4
  
Writing Behaviors: Effective/Produce
The learner will be able to produce effective writing.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Behaviors Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, Content Standard II
  
Expository: Use
The learner will be able to write in expository form.
Strand Scope Source
Expository Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.1
  
Strategies: Topic/Generate
The learner will be able to apply the use of prewriting strategies to generate topics.
Strand Scope Source
Prewriting: Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.2
  
Strategies: Use/Organize Ideas
The learner will be able to use prewriting strategies to organize ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Prewriting: Strategies Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.2
  
Revise: Ideas/Sequence
The learner will be able to revise writing by placing ideas in an appropriate sequence.
Strand Scope Source
Revising Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.3
  
Narrative: Composition
The learner will be able to write a narrative composition.
Strand Scope Source
Narrative Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.1
  
Descriptive: Composition
The learner will be able to write a descriptive composition.
Strand Scope Source
Descriptive Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.1
  
Revise: Sequence of Events
The learner will be able to revise writing to clarify and correct the sequence of events being described.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.3
  
Revise: Sentence Patterns
The learner will be able to revise writing for sentence patterns.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content Master NM: Content Standards, June 2000, Grade 4, II-C.3
  
Drafting
The learner will be able to understand the drafting stage of the writing process and how to write drafts using ideas generated in the prewriting stage.
Strand Scope Source
Drafting Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Edit: Applying
The learner will be able to understand the editing stage of the writing process, and how to apply editing skills to his/her own written works and to the written works of peers.
Strand Scope Source
Editing Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Introduction/Conclusion: Cohesive
The learner will be able to write an introduction and conclusion that brings the composition together.
Strand Scope Source
Introduction/Conclusion Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Edit: Legibility
The learner will be able to edit to make certain that a piece of written work is legible.
Strand Scope Source
Editing Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
Sentence Content: Complete
The learner will be able to use correct and complete sentences in written works.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Content Master Tularosa Municipal Schools
  
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Geography
Map: Location/Identify
The learner will be able to identify locations on a map.
Strand Scope Source
Map/Globe Skills Master Tularosa Municipal Schools: Social Studies Curriculum: September 1998, Fourth Grade
  
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