6-8 ELA Curriculum

Group 6A Characters Who Change and Grow

Reading

• ELA6A.1 - I can track theme development. R.I.6.1, R.L.6.1, RI.6.2, RI.6.4, RL.6.2, RL.6.5, L.6.4
• ELA6A.2 - I can cite text evidence to support analysis. RI.6.1, R.I.6.3, RI.6.4, RL.6.3, L.6.4, RL.6.10
• ELA6A.3 - I can analyze how and why characters change and how this affects the plot. R.I. 6.2, RL.6.2
• ELA6A.4 - I can tell how the central idea develops. R.I.6.1, RI.6.2, RL.6.2, RL.6.5

Writing

• ELA6A.5 - I can break down a prompt. W.6.2
• ELA6A.6 - I can write a complete paragraph. W.6.2.4, W.6.2.5, W.6.2, W.6.2.1, L.6.2, W.6.3.1, L.6.1
• ELA6A.7 - I can select relevant evidence. W.6.1, W.6.2
• ELA6A.8 - I can write a Literary Analysis Essay. W.6.3.2, W.6.2.4

Speaking and Listening

• ELA6A.9 - I can participate in a classroom discussion. SL.6.1, SL.6.6
• ELA6A.10 - I can refer to evidence in a classroom discussion. SL.6.6

6B The Recipe for Success

Reading

• ELA6B.1 - I can determine a central idea. RL.6.1, RL.6.4
• ELA6B.2 - I can analyze the development of ideas. RI.6.3, RL.6.6, RL.6.4
• ELA6B.3 - I can analyze how text structure adds to idea development. RI.6.6, RI.6.5, RL.6.2, RL.6.6, RL.6.9
• ELA6B.4 - I can create strong visuals for a multimedia presentation. RI.6.7

Writing

• ELA6B.5 - I can add strong reasoning in my writing. W.6.1, W.6.1.1, W.6.3.1, W.6.3.3, W.6.3.5

Group 6C Our Changing Oceans

Reading

• ELA6C.1 - I can analyze and summarize the central idea. RI.6.3, RI.6.4, RL.6.4
• ELA6C.2 - I can analyze how a specific section contributes to the overall meaning of a story. RI.6.3, RI.6.4, W.6.3
• ELA6C.3 - I can synthesize information presented in different kinds of media. RI.6.3, RI.6.4, RI.6.7, RL.6.7
• ELA6C.4 - I can paraphrase the central idea with supporting evidence. RI.6.3, RI.6.4

Writing

• ELA6C.5 - I can conduct research and synthesize information across texts. W.6.2.1, W.6.2.4, W.6.2.5
• ELA6C.6 - I can present claims and findings from my research. W.6.2, W.6.2.1, W.6.2.4, W.6.2.5
• ELA6C.7 - I can incorporate multimedia components in a presentation. W6.6

Group 6D The Forces That Shape Us

Reading

• 6D.1 - I can analyze the development of the central idea of a story. RI.6.3
• 6D.2 - I can analyze connections between ideas in a text. RL.6.9

Writing

• 6D.3 - I can add in-text citations and a Works-Cited page to my writing. CC.1.4.6.C E06.E.1.1.2
• 6D.4 - I can use descriptive examples and images to persuade in my writing. W.6.2, W.6.1, SL.6.3
• 6D.5 - I can introduce expert knowledge and research in my writing. W.6.1.1, W.6.1.2, W.6.9, W.6.5, W.6.7, W.6.10
• 6D.6 - I can display digital media and visuals. W.6.6, S.L.6.6

Speaking and Listening

• 6D.7 - I can analyze data and infographics. SL.6.2, SL.6.6
• 6D.8 - I can collaborate through discussion and debate. SL.6.1, SL.6.5

Group 6E The Giver

Reading

• 6E.1 - I can determine how specific details reveal a theme. CC.1.3.6.A, E06.A-K.1.1.2
• 6E.2 - I can analyze how an author develops point of view. CC.1.2.6.D, E06.B-C.2.1.1

Writing

• 6E.3 - I can gather evidence from across a novel to support an idea. CC.1.4.6.C, E06.E.1.1.2
• 6E.4 - I can make connections between a novel and additional texts. W.6.5
• 6E.5 - I can write a literary analysis essay with a clear introduction and conclusion. W.6.3

Group 6F The Power of Play

Reading

• 6F.1 - I can annotate a text with a specific focus. CC.1.2.6A, E06.B-K.1.1.2
• 6F.2 - I can synthesize evidence to answer a research question. CC.1.2.6C, E06.B-K.1.1.3

Writing

• 6F.3 - I can cite research and experts within my writing. CC.1.4.6.J-K, E06.E.1.1.1-3
• 6F.4 - I can produce professional emails and use a proper register with my audience. CC.1.4.6.H, E06.D.1.1.1-8

Speaking and Listening

• 6F.5 - I can clearly articulate my ideas in peer debate and discussion. SL.6.1, L.6.2
• 6F.6 - I can use digital media and images to persuade others. SL.6.5 L.6.6, CC.1.5.6.G

Group 7A

Reading

• ELA18A.1 - I can track the development of the theme. CC.1.3.7.C (RL.7.2)
• ELA18A.2 - I can cite text evidence to support analysis. CC.1.2.7.A (RI.7.2)
• ELA18A.3 - I can analyze how and why characters change and how this affects the plot. RL.7.3
• ELA18A.4 - I can analyze the development of the central idea. CC.1.2.7.A (RI.7.2)

Writing

• ELA18A.5 - I can break down a prompt. CC.1.4.7.A-E (W.7.2)
• ELA18A.6 - I can write a complete introduction. CC.1.4.7.A (W.7.2a)
• ELA18A.7 - I can write a complete conclusion. CC.1.4.7.F (W.7.2.f)
• ELA18A.8 - I can select relevant evidence to support my claim. W.7.1

Speaking and Listening

• ELA18A.9 - Clarify understanding of others’ ideas and introduce new ideas in discussion. CC.1.5.7.A (SL.7.1)

Group 7B

Reading

• ELA7B.1 - I can determine a central idea. CC.1.2.7.A (RI7.2)
• ELA7B.2 - I can analyze how an author develops a point of view. CC.1.3.7.D (RL7.6)
• ELA7B.3  -I can analyze how an author uses descriptive and figurative language to develop a theme. CC.1.3.7.C (RL7.2), CC.1.3.7.F (RL7.4)

Writing

• ELA7B.4 - I can analyze how text structure adds to idea development. CC.1.4.7. A-E (W7.2)
• ELA7B.5 - I can add strong reasoning. W7.1b

Speaking and Listening

• ELA7B.6 - I can refer to evidence in discussion. CC.1.5.7.A (SL7.1A)
• ELA7B.7 - I can ask questions in discussion. CC.1.5.7.A (SL7.1A)

Group 7A

Reading

• I can identify two or more main ideas in a nonfiction text and explain how they are developed. CC.1.2.7.A. (RI.7.2)
• I can use evidence from a story or poem to support my ideas and inferences. CC.1.3.7.B (RL.7.3
• I can figure out what words and phrases mean in stories and poems. CC.1.3.7.F (RL.7.4)
• I can explain how the structure of a story or poem helps me understand its meaning and style. CC.1.3.7.E (RL.7.5)

Writing

• I can write an informative piece that explains a topic clearly using facts and details. CC.1.4.7.A (W.7.2)
• I can support my writing with relevant facts, definitions, and details. CC.1.4.7.C (W.7.2.B)
• I can organize my writing using transitions and clear structures to connect ideas. CC.1.4.7.D (W.7.2.C
• I can write a story with clear events, characters, and details that make it engaging. CC.1.4.7.M (W.7.3)

Speaking and Listening

• I can participate in discussions by listening carefully, building on others’ ideas, and sharing my own clearly. CC.1.5.7.A (SL.7.1.C)

Group 7C

Reading

• ELA18C.1 - I can analyze two or more central ideas in a non-fiction text. RI7.1, CC.1.2.7.A (RI7.2), RI7.4
• ELA18C.2 - I can trace connections between ideas in a non-fiction text. RI7.1, CC.1.2.7.C (RI7.3), RI7.4, CC.1.2.7.G (RI7.7), CC.1.2.7.H (RI7.8)
• ELA18C.3 - I can identify an author's point of view. CC.1.2.7.D (RI7.6)
• ELA18C.4 - I can synthesize key ideas across texts. RI7.1, CC.1.2.7.E (RI7.5)

Writing

• ELA18C.5 - I can gather relevant information from multiple sources. W7.6, CC.1.4.7.W (W7.8), W7.9, W7.10
• ELA18C.6 - I can synthesize notes from research for my writing. W7.1, L7.3, CC.1.3.7.J (L7.6)
• ELA18C.7 - I can build and develop a message in my writing. W7.6, W7.10
• ELA18C.8 - I can convey ideas succinctly in my writing. W7.5, W7.6, W7.10

Speaking and Listening

• ELA18C.9 - I can acknowledge new ideas and express a change in thinking. CC.1.5.7. A (SL7.1), CC.1.5.7.C (SL7.2), CC.1.5.7.D (SL7.4)
• ELA18C.10 - I can include multimedia components in a presentation. SL7.6

Group 7D

Reading

• ELA7D.1 - I can analyze the development of contrasting points of view. RL7.6, RI7.1, RI7.2, RI7.6
• ELA7D.2 - I can analyze how diction and figurative language affect the meaning of a text. RL7.1, RL7.2, RL7.4
• ELA7D.3 - I can analyze different mediums and how information is presented. RI7.2

Writing

• ELA7D.4 - I can summarize evidence in my writing. W7.2
• ELA7D.5 - I can analyze the tone in writing. W7.2, L7.1
• ELA7D.6 - I can write a strong body paragraph that includes a summary within the paragraph. W7.2

Speaking and Listening

• ELA7D.7 - I can effectively employ skills learned through the year to participate in class discussions. SL7.1

Group 7E 

Reading

• ELA7E.1 - I can analyze the development of a central idea. RI.7.2, RI.7.5
• ELA7E.2 - I can analyze the connections between ideas in a text. RI7.3

Writing

• ELA7E.3 - I can create an effectively structured argumentative research presentation. W7.1, W7.1A, W7.1B, L7.6
• ELA7E.4 - I can write a pitch to support a presentation. W7.4, W7.5, W7.8

Speaking and Listening

• ELA7E.5 - I can present research to others. SL7.1
• ELA7E.6 - I can use visuals and multimedia strategically while presenting. SL7.4, SL7.5
• ELA7E.7 - I can effectively employ skills learned through the year in a presentation. SL7.1

8A- Art of Suspense 

Reading

• ELA19A.1 - I can analyze how dialogue and events propel action or reveal character. CC.1.2.8.B (RI.8.1), CC.1.2.8.A (RI.8.2), CC.1.2.8.E (RI.8.5), CC.1.3.8.C (RL.8.2)
• ELA19A.2 - I can analyze the development of key concepts. CC.1.2.8.B (RI.8.1), CC.1.2.8.A (RI.8.2), CC.1.2.8.E (RI.8.5)
• ELA19A.3 - I can analyze the development of irony and suspense. CC.1.3.8.D (RL.8.6), CC.1.3.8.A (RL8.1)

Writing

• ELA19A.4 - I can write a strong evidence-based response. CC.1.4.8.A-D, F (W.8.2), CC.1.4.8.X (W.8.10)
• ELA19A.5 - I can write a strong claim. CC.1.5.8.A (SL8.1), CC.1.5.8.G (L.8.1), CC.1.5.8.C (SL.8.2), CC.1.5.8.F (SL.8.6)

Speaking and Listening

• ELA19A.6 - I can refer to evidence in a discussion to build on or challenge other's ideas. CC.1.5.8.A (SL8.1), CC.1.5.8.G (L.8.1), CC.1.5.8.C (SL.8.2), CC.1.5.8.F (SL.8.6)

8B- Not that Different

Reading

• ELA19B.1 - I can analyze how character interactions develop the theme. CC.1.3.8.C (RL.8.2), CC.1.3.8.A (RL.8.1), CC.1.3.8.B (RL.8.3), CC.1.3.8.D (RL.8.6)
• ELA19B.2 - I can analyze how diction and point of view affect the mood and tone of a text. CC.1.3.8.F (RL.8.4), CC.1.3.8.E (RL.8.5), CC.1.2.8.C (RI.8.3), CC.1.2.8.F (RI.8.4), CC.1.2.8.E (RI.8.5)

Writing

• ELA19B.3 - I can use precise verbs in my reasoning. CC.1.4.8.F (W.8.2.D), CC.1.4.8.E (L.8.2)
• ELA19B.4 - I can introduce evidence with reasoning. CC.1.4.8.F (W.8.2.D), CC.1.4.8.E (L.8.2), CC.1.4.8.H-I (W.8.1.A), CC.1.4.8.J (W.8.1.B), CC.1.4.8.A (W.8.2), CC.1.4.8.S (W.8.9), CC.1.4.8.X (W.8.10), CC.1.2.8.B (RI.8.1)
• ELA19B.5 - I can revise my writing structure for clarity. CC.1.4.8.D (W.8.2.C), W.8.4 CC.1.4.8.T (W.8.5), CC.1.4.8.K, Q (W.8.2.D-E), CC.1.3.8.J (L.8.6), CC.1.3.8.I (L.8.4

Speaking and Listening

• ELA19B.6 - I can reference textual evidence to build on and connect ideas while speaking. CC.1.5.8.A (SL8.1), CC.1.5.8.C (SL.8.2), CC.1.5.8.D (SL.8.4), CC.1.5.8.E (SL.8.5), CC.1.5.8.G (L.8.1.C)

8C- Social Justice Novel Study

Reading

• ELA19C.1 - I can analyze the development of a central idea. CC.1.2.8.A (RI.8.2), CC.1.2.8.C (RI.8.3)
• ELA19C.2 - I can analyze the impact of dialogue in a text. CC.1.3.8.B (RL.8.3)
• ELA19C.3 - I can determine the author's point of view. CC.1.3.8.D (RL.8.6)
• ELA19C.4 - I can analyze the development of a theme. CC.1.3.8.A (RL.8.1), CC.1.3.8.C (RL.8.2), CC.1.3.8.B (RL.8.3), CC.1.3.8.D (RL.8.6), CC.1.3.8.G (RL.8.7), CC.1.3.8.K (RL.8.10)

Writing

• ELA19C.5 - I can write with academic vocabulary. CC.1.4.8.F (W.8.2.D)
• ELA19C.6 - I can introduce evidence with context. CC.1.4.8.A (W.8.2), CC.1.4.8.D (W.8.2.C), CC.1.4.8.F (W.8.2.D), CC.1.4.8.T (W.8.5), CC.1.4.8.K, Q (W.8.2.D-E), CC.1.4.8.M-P (W.8.3), CC.1.5.8.G (L.8.1)

Speaking and Listening

• ELA19C.7 - I can acknowledge new information. CC.1.5.8.A (SL.8.1.D)

8D- Argument: Research Unit 

Reading

• ELA19D.1 - I can analyze the development of a central idea in an argumentative text. CC.1.2.8.B (RI.8.1), CC.1.2.8.A (RI.8.2), CC.1.2.8.C (RI.8.3), CC.1.2.8.G (RI.8.7), CC.1.2.8.D (RI.8.6) RI.8.10
• ELA19D.2 - I can analyze charts and graphs. CC.1.2.8.A (RI.8.2)

Writing

• ELA19D.3 - I can conduct and analyze research to answer a question. CC.1.4.8.V (W.8.7)
• ELA19D.4 - I can write an effectively structured argumentative research paper. CC.1.4.8.A (W.8.2), CC.1.4.8.G-J (W.8.1), CC.1.4.8.V (W.8.7), CC.1.4.8.W (W.8.8)
• ELA19D.5 - I can address a specific audience in a paper. W.8.4
• ELA19D.6 - I can revise to strategically capture an audience. CC.1.4.8.T (W.8.5)

Speaking and Listening

• ELA19D.7 - I can effectively employ skills learned throughout the year in a class discussion. CC.1.3.8.J (L.8.6)
• ELA19D.8 - I can collaborate through discussion and debate. CC.1.5.8.A (SL.8.1), CC.1.5.8.C (SL.8.2), CC.1.5.8.B (SL.8.3)