Learning Grit from a Nonfiction Text

Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print.

Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first word, capitalization, ending punctuation).

Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes).

Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.

Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.

Read grade-level text orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression on successive readings.

Use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition and understanding, rereading as necessary.

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Use end punctuation for sentences.

Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions.

Ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify the meaning of words and phrases in a text.

With prompting and support, read informational texts appropriately complex for grade.

Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 1 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.

Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).

Build on others' talk in conversations by responding to the comments of others through multiple exchanges.

Ask questions to clear up any confusion about the topics and texts under discussion.

Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation.

Understand why caring and being concerned for the well-being of others is a character strength

Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of self-discipline, responsibility, goal setting and grit

Apply and demonstrate the character strengths of self-discipline, responsibility, goal setting and grit

Explain the different ways people respond to problems and challenges (e.g., ask for help, try harder, learn from mistakes)

Demonstrate the ability to empathize and take the perspective of others, including demonstrating awareness of cultural differences and respect for human dignity

Demonstrate the ability to listen carefully and intentionally to others

Be able to tell stories and listen to stories told by others

Initiate and engage in conversation and social interactions with classmates, peers, and adults

Play games and appropriately participate in small group classroom activities

Describe a rule or principle that everyone should strive to live by (e.g., be kind, be honest, try your best)

Know, understand, and practice the character strengths of fairness, respect, volunteering and contributing to the common good