Language Learning Targets

based on CLIMB standards

I can explain the proper function of the

following parts of speech, using a variety

of sentences:

nouns pronouns verbs

adjectivesand adverbs.

L.3.1

I can use regular and irregular

plural nouns and verbs in a

variety of sentences.

L.3.1

I can explain abstract

nouns.

L.3.1

I can use simple verb

tenses.

L.3.1

I can explain how verbs

and pronouns agree.

L.3.1

I can use ‐er and ‐est

correctly when using

adverbs and adjectives.

L.3.1

I can use conjunctions to

create complete

sentences.

L.3.1

I can create simple,

complex, and compound

sentences.

L.3.1

I can use correct

capitalization,,, punctuation,,

and spelling when writing.

L.3.2

I can capitalize titles

correctly.

L.3.2

I can use commas correctly in

addresses.

L.3.2

I can use commas and

quotation marks in dialogue.

L.3.2

I can form and use

possessives.

L.3.2

I can spell high-frequency words

correctly.

I can use spelling patterns to write

words.

L.3.2

I can use reference materials

to check and correct spelling.

L.3.2

I can choose words or phrases

for effect.

L.3.3

I can recognize the difference

between how to use spoken and

written words.

L.3.3

I can use glossaries and

dictionaries that are in print and

online.

L.3.4

I can use root words I know to

determine the meaning of new

words.

L.3.4

I can use context clues to find

the meaning of a new word.

L.3.4

I can use prefixes and suffixes to

find the meaning of a word.

L.3.4

I can distinguish between literal

and figurative meanings of words

and phrases.

L.3.5

I can use figurative language,,,

such as similes and, metaphors,.

L.3.5

I can make connections between

words and how they are used.

L.3.5

I can infer slight differences in

meaning between synonyms.

L.3.5

I can use words to show time and

place.

L.3.6