Scope/ Sequence (Introduce, Develop, Master)	Skill (Listening, Speaking) (Reading, Writing)	Topic A. Emergent, Reading B. Phonics, C. Vocabulary, D. Comprehension, E. Literature F. Critical Thinking, G. Emergent Writing, H. Handwriting I. Spelling J. Grammar/Mechanics K. Composition Skills L. Research, Reference M. Study Skills	Objective (Number the objectives using code for L for Language Arts with letter for the Topic. Grade- number consecutively through the grade. Example: LC 1.27 for Language Arts, Vocabulary, grade 1, objective 27	Resources
D	Reading	A. Emergent Reading	LA. 7.1 Read with fluency and expression
D	Reading	D. Comprehension	LD. 7.2 Re-read for further comprehension
D	Reading	D. Comprehension	LD. 7.3 Demonstrate effective reading comprehension (sequence, main idea, fact/opinion. cause/effect, etc.)
D	Reading	D. Comprehension	LD. 7.4 Use reading comprehension to make predictions, draw conclusions, make inferences, compare/contrast, make generalizations, etc.
D	Reading	E. Literature	LE. 7.5 Demonstrate effective Literary Comprehension (plot, theme, character, audience figurative language, point of view, setting realism/fantasy, etc.)
D	Reading	C. Vocabulary	LC. 7.6 Expand vocabulary (synonyms, antonyms, multiple meanings, analogies, etc.)
D	Reading	F. Critical Thinking	LF. 7.7 Recognize propaganda techniques
D	Reading	D. Comprehension	LD. 7.8 Follow written directions
D	Reading	E. Literature	LE. 7.9 Reads, self-select, and experience a variety of materials for information and pleasure.
D	Reading	E. Literature	LE. 7.10 Identify various literary forms and genres
D	Reading	E. Literature	LE. 7.11 Recognize cultural diversity in literature
D	Reading	E. Literature	LE. 7.12 Recognize common elements of poetry (rhyme ,rhythm, stanza, figurative language, etc.)
D	Reading	F. Critical Thinking	LF. 7.13 Relate understanding of literature to human experience, world events, and to the teachings of Jesus and the church.
D	Listening		L. 7.14 Demonstrate effective listening skills in the following areas: literal comprehension, inferential comprehension, following directions.
D	Listening		L 7.15 Integrate effective listening skills into class discussions
D	Listening		L 7.16 Demonstrate effective note-taking skills while listening.
D	Speaking		L 7.17 Speak with age-appropriate oratorical abilities; eye contact, volume, clarity, expression, conviction, etc.

Language Arts Strand: Oral Language (Listening, Speaking)

Written Language (Reading, Writing)

D	Reading &Writing	Research/Reference	LL.7.1 Locate and use various reference skills i.e. Dictionary, thesaurus, almanac, periodicals, encyclopedia, and technological resources
M	Reading &Writing	Reading & Writing	LL.7.2 Document Resources
D	Reading &Writing	Research/Reference	LL.7.3 Use cross-references in multiple types of sources
D	Reading &Writing	Composition Skills	LK.7.4 Organize information collected
D	Reading & Writing	Composition Skills	LK.7.5 Create a thesis statement
M	Reading & Writing	Research/Reference	LL.7.6 Recognize legal and moral aspects of plagiarism and copyright violation

Language Arts Strand: Oral Language (Listening, Speaking)

Written Language (Reading, Writing)

Scope/ Sequence	Skill	Topic	Objective	Resources
D	Writing	Composition	LK 7.1 Write clearly and effectively 1. Develop concept and design - Demonstrate consistency in focus - Construct logical argument - Discriminate between essential, intriguing, or useful information and trivia - Demonstrate elaboration through examples, details, facts, and /or reasons - Use effective organizational structures; construct sequenced paragraphs using effective transitions - Write coherent paragraphs - Write analytically using basic and clear logic
			2. Use style appropriate to the audience and Purpose - choose voices appropriate to different genres and audiences - choose language that is precise, engaging, and well-suited to the topic and audience - use accurate and precise language relevant to the content area - experiment with figurative language and sound patterns - use words appropriate to chosen purpose - vary sentence length and structure 3. Apply writing conventions - use compound and complex sentences - employ conventional grammar such as subject/verb agreement and verb tense agreement - apply capitalization and punctuation rules correctly - spell correctly in final draft - use paragraphing, stanza division, and other textual markers
D	Writing		LK7.2 Write in a variety of forms 1. Write for different audiences 2. Write for different purposes - to inform - to create - to express - to persuade - to entertain - to learn - to analyze - to reflect 3. Write in a variety of forms - Write in a variety of forms and genres (narratives, journals, poems, essays, stories, research, reports, notes, etc.) - vary form, detail, and structure according to intended audience and purpose
D	Writing	Composition Skills	LK7.3 Understands and uses the steps in the writing Process 1. Pre-write - use a variety of prewriting strategies (listing, webbing, outlining, free-writing, brainstorming, story mapping, etc.) - use available tools and technology - gather information from a variety of sources such as interviews, multimedia, and periodicals 2. Draft - elaborate on an initial idea - coordinate ideas and perspectives - construct a clear narrative or argument 3. Revise - confer with others to improve text; evaluate suggestions from others - add, delete, and change to enhance text and style 4. Edit - Use applicable reference tools - Correct some errors independently - Correct mechanics and grammar 5. Publish
D			LK7.4 Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of his own work 1. Assess own strengths and need for Improvement - establish and apply own criteria to improve writing - analyze the works of effective writers to improve writing - articulate the qualities that make a piece of writing effective 2. Seek and offer feedback - accept feedback and edit to revise and polish own writing when appropriate - offer feedback with guidance on others’ writing with regard to concept, design, style, and conventions

Scope/ Sequence	Skill	Topic	Objective	Resources
D M M M D M D M D	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.1 Use appropriate capitalization when writing 1. Dialogue 2. In addresses 3. Headings, Greetings and closing letters 4. Pronoun “I” 5. Abbreviations 6. Initials 7. Outlines 8. Titles 9. Direct Quotations
M D D D D D D D	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.2 Use correct punctuation when writing 1. End punctuation 2. Dialogue 3. Hyphens 4. Quotations 5. Semi-colons 6. Apostrophes 7. Colons 8. Commas
M D M D D M M D I	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.3 Use correct sentence structure 1. Complete sentences 2. Variety of sentence patterns 3. Variety of sentence structure A. Simple B. Compound C. Complex 4. Phrases and clauses A. Prepositional Phases 1. Adjective 2. Adverb B. Independent Clause C. Dependent Clause
	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.4 Spell Correctly
D I D D D I D D D D I D D D D D D D I I I I	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.5 1. Integrate parts of speech Appropriately 1. Verbs A. Principle parts regular-irregular B. Properties C. Tense Simple present past future D. Perfect present perfect past perfect future prefect E. Voice Active Passive F. Mood Indicative Imperative Subjunctive G. Person lst 2^nd 3^rd H. Number singular plural
D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.5 2. Integrate parts of speech Appropriately Noun A. Common and Proper B. Concrete and abstract C. Cases 1. Nominative Case a. Subject b. Predicate Nominative/ Subject complement c. Appositive 2. Objective Case a. Direct Object b. Indirect Object c. Object of Preposition d. Appositive 3. Possessive Case 4. Direct Address D. Number 1. Singular 2. Plural E. Person 1. First Person 2. Second Person 3. Third Person F. Gender 1. Masculine 2. Feminine 3. Neuter
D D D D D I I D D I I	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.5 3. Pronouns A. Antecedents B. Kinds a. Subject b. Object c. Possessive d. Reflexive e. Intensive f. Demonstrative g. Interrogative h. Relative i. Indefinite
M D M D D D D D D D D D D D D D	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.5 4. Modifiers-Adjectives & Adverbs A. Adjectives 1. Identifying an adjective 2. Common & proper Adjectives 3. Definite articles 4. Predicate adjective B. Comparing with adjectives 1. Positive 2. Comparative 3. Superlative C. Irregular Adjectives 1. Questions used to find Adjectives 2. Position of adjectives D. Comparing with adverbs 1. Positive 2. Comparative 3. Superlative 4. Irregular adverbs E. Negatives 1. Double negatives F. Adjective or adverb 1. Use of questions 2. Position of word
D D D D D D D D D D	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.5 5. Prepositions A. Prepositional phrases 1. Common prepositions 2. Structure of prepositional Phrase 3. Compound object of Preposition 4. Difference in single Adverb and prepositional Phrases B. Prepositional phrases as Modifiers 1. Use questions to find Adjective phrases 2. Use questions to find Adverb phrases C. Choosing the right Preposition 1. Between-among 2. Beside-besides D. Expanding sentences with Prepositional phrases 1. Develop sentence variety 2. Position of phrase can vary
D D I I	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.5 6. Conjunction 1. Use of conjunction 2. Correct punctuation with Conjunction 3. Coordinating conjunction 4. Correlative conjunction
D D	Writing	Grammar/Mechanics	LJ.7.5 7. Interjection 1. Use of Interjection 2. Correct punctuation use with Interjections