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Jefferson County K-12 Curriculum
Language Arts - Grade K

Illustrations: Increase Understanding
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) use common illustrations to increase his/her understanding of the text.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Illustrator Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.11.b Classroom
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Fairy Tale Quiz, Aesop's Fables, Fairy and Folk Tales,Alpha's Alphabet
  
Genre: Independent Reading/Explore
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) explore a variety of literature through independent reading (at this level, the student will experience a variety of texts/media for different purposes).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Genre Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.12 Classroom
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Story Place http://www.storyplace.org
  
Literary/Media Genres: Experiencing
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) begin to experience various literary and media genres including picture books, alphabet and number books, mother Goose and other rhymes, storybooks, fairy tales, poetry, lyrics to songs, media genres (e.g., posters, pictures, photographs, films, videos), sequence events in a story (e.g., using books videos, and films).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Poetry Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishments K.1.13 a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i Classroom
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Scholastic Poetry http://teacher.scholastic.com/writewit/poetry/index.htm
Rhyme Time
William Willya's Rhyming Game
  
Stories, Poems, Print: Share
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) share storybooks, poems, and environmental print.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Poetry Comprehension Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, K. Learning Accomplishment K.1.1.4.b Classroom
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Information Processing
Information/Ideas: Purpose/Learning
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) introduce information skills to encourage learning.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Abstract Elements Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.10 Classroom
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Book Parts: Front and Back
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify the front and back of a book.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Book Parts Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.03.e Classroom
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Library: Visit
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) visit various libraries and regularly check out materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Reference: Library/Community Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.14.a Classroom
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Picture: Use
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) use a picture dictionary to determine word meaning.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Dictionary: Picture Dictionary Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.07.f Classroom
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Alphabet Pictures, ABC Resources, Alphabet Animals
  
Print: Identify
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify print sources of information (e.g. books, newspapers, magazines, and charts).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Reference Form: Print/Nonprint Knowledge Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.10.b, K.1.11.a Classroom
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  Instructional Resources
 
· Interactive, Alphabet Animals [online].  http://www.infostuff.com/kids/a.htm
· Interactive, I Spy [online].  http://homeschooling.about.com/cs/langearlyread/a/spyalpha.htm
· Interactive, Alphabet Soup [online].  http://pbskids.org/lions/games/soup.html
· Interactive, Flash ABCs [online].  http://www.alfy.com/Brain_Train/Abcs/abcframe1.asp
· Interactive, Alphabet Circus [online].  http://www.alfy.com/Brain_Train/Circus/main.asp
· Interactive, Haunted Alphabet [online].  http://www.funschool.com/php/games/game.php?g=azk_hh&t=j&w=620&h=360
· Interactive, Alphabet Action [online].  http://www.learningplanet.com/act/fl/aact/aact.htm
ABC Puzzle
  
Public Information: Labels/Recognize
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify labels, logos, and signs in the environment (e.g., job instructions, room labels, poison and danger signs/labels).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Public Information Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.03.a Classroom
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Safety Sign Poem
  
Sources: Family/Identify
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify family and the community as sources of information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Reference Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.10.a Classroom
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Sources: Identify
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify appropriate sources of information (e.g., books, graphs, and computers).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Reference Knowledge Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.10.c Classroom
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Language Expressions
Conventions: Standard English
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) demonstrate appropriate use of Standard English.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Language Conventions Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.01 Classroom
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Sentence Structure: Apply/Communicate
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) apply the use of correct sentence structure to communicate effectively.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Sentence Structure Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.04 Classroom
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  Instructional Resources
 
· www.internet4classrooms.com, Activity [On-line].  
· www.forsythonline.com, Activity [On-line].  
· www.geocities.com/teachingwithheart/, Activity [On-line].  
· www.paducah.k12.ky.us.curriculum/activities.htm, Activity [On-line].  
· http://teacherscholastic.com/literacyplace, Activity [On-line].  
· www.thewritingacademy.com, Activity [On-line].  
· www.parentsoup.com, Activity [On-line].  
· www.computerlab.kids.new.nct/reading_sites.htm, Activity [On-line].  
What's Hidden?
  
Sentence Structure: Forms/Speaking
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) use complete and coherent simple sentences when speaking.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Sentence Structure Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.04.a Classroom
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Sentence Structure: Logical Words
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) use logical words and correct word order when completing sentences or answering questions.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Sentence Structure Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.04.b Classroom
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Build a Sentence
Monkey Business (word order)
  
Verb Tense: Use Appropriately
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) use verb tenses appropriately when speaking.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Adjective Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.01.b Classroom
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Language Mechanics
Capitalization: Names
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) capitalize names.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.02.c Classroom
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  Instructional Resources
 
· http://teacherscholastic.com/literacyplace, Activity [On-line].  
· www.internet4classrooms.com, Activity [On-line].  
· www.the writing academy.com/Downloads/, Activity [On-line].  
· www.homeworkhotline.com/LessonPlans.htm, Activity [On-line].  
· www.techtrekers.com.eng.htm, Activity [On-line].  
· www.lib.csufresno.edu/subjectresources/curriculum/, Activity [Sheet Music].  
  
Conventions: Left/Right
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) write from left to right and top to bottom.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Abbreviate/Initial Application Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.02.b Classroom
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Alphabet Practice Pad
Writing Guide
  
Endmark: Identify/Declarative Sentences
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize ending punctuation marks for statements and questions.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Endmark Knowledge Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.02.d Classroom
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Punctuation
  
Language Conventions: Standard English
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) use Standard English while speaking (e.g., "I will" rather than "Me will").
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Abbreviate/Initial Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.01.a Classroom
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Mechanics: Standard English
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) apply Standard English language mechanics.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Mechanics Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.02 Classroom
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Print: Upper Case/Accuracy
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) print upper case and lower case letters with identifiable accuracy.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Abbreviate/Initial Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.02.a Classroom
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Sentence: First Word/Recognize
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize that the first word of a sentence begins with a capital letter.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Abbreviate/Initial Knowledge Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.02.e Classroom
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  Instructional Resources
 
· www.edHelper.com, Lesson Plans, Work Sheets [On-line].  
Capital Letters Review
  
Tracing: Letters
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) trace and reproduce letters and words correctly letters.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Abbreviate/Initial Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.3.02.f Classroom
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  Instructional Resources
 
· Interactive, Magic Slate [online].  http://www.alphabet-soup.net/fun/slate.html
Alphabet Practice Pad
Slate
  
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Listening/Speaking
Behaviors: Literal Skills
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) demonstrate developmentally appropriate literal listening comprehension skills.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Listening Behaviors   Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 10, 01 Oral Comprehension week tested: 29. Classroom
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Online Storybooks
  
Behaviors: Interpretive Skills
The learner will be able to (ESSENTIAL) demonstrate developmentally appropriate interpretive listening comprehension skills.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Listening Behaviors   Master Terra Nova 2nd Edition - CAT 6, Complete Battery, 2001, Level 10, 01 Oral Comprehension week tested: 29. Classroom
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Between the Lions
  
Behaviors: Listening Skills/ Expand
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) develop listening skills.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Listening Behaviors Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.02 Classroom
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Response: Variety/Media
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) listen and respond to a wide variety of media (e.g., books, audio tapes, videos).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Listening Responses   Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.02.c Classroom
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Behaviors: Variety/Attentive
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) listen attentively to a variety of speakers for specific information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Listening Behaviors Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.02.a Classroom
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Conversation: Guidelines
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) follow guidelines of conversation (e.g., raise hands, take turns and focus attention on speaker).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Discussion/Conversation Comprehension Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.01.c Classroom
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Directions: Two Step/Give/Follow
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) give and follow two-step oral directions.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Directions Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.02. d, e Classroom
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Discussion: Group/Participate
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) participate in group discussions.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Discussion Comprehension Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.01.e Classroom
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Formal/Informal: Clear Language
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) speak clearly, properly, and politely.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Communication: Formal/Informal Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.01.b Classroom
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Formal/Informal: Identify/Usage Varies
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify that language usage varies in formal and informal settings.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Communication: Formal/Informal Knowledge Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.02.d Classroom
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Group: Questions/Ask/Answer
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) ask and answer questions with group members, peers, and teachers.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Group Communication Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.01.g Classroom
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Practices: Oral Language
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) demonstrate progress in the use of oral language.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Communication Practices Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.01 Classroom
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Processes: Developmentally Appropriate
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) demonstrate developmentally appropriate listening skills (e.g., do not interrupt, face speaker, ask questions).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Listening Processes Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.02.b Classroom
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Purposes: Identify
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) identify his/her purpose for listening.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Listening Purposes Knowledge Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.08.a Classroom
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Purposes: Information/Dictate
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) dramatize, retell, and dictate information orally.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Speaking Purposes Application Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.01.i Classroom
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Tone: Meaning/Recognize
The learner will be able to (IMPORTANT) recognize meaning through the speaker's tone of voice.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Tone Knowledge Introduce TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Kindergarten, Learning Accomplishment K.1.06.b Classroom