1. Read and comprehend books by one author and in the same genre.

2. Read books aloud fluently.

3. Produce a response to literature.

4. Produce work in one genre that follows the conventions of the genre.

5. Respond to fiction and poetry using interpretive and critical processes.

6. Participate in group meetings.

7. Prepare and deliver oral presentations.

8. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the rules of the English language in written and oral work.

9. Analyze and subsequently revise work to improve its clarity and effectiveness.

10. Use electronic media to gather and use information for research purposes

11. Use word processing and drawing applications to write and illustrate original work.

12. Demonstrate comprehension of simple stories

13. Demonstrate knowledge of story elements.

14. Develop and present basic analyses of works of art.