1st Grade

1st Grade English Language Arts

I can apply grade level phonics in decoding words in isolation and in text. 

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I can read grade-appropriate high frequency words. 

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I can retell stories using who, what, where, when, why, and how questions about key details in a text. 

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I can describe and explain character, setting, problem, and solution. 

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I can read fiction/nonfiction texts with purpose, understanding, fluency, and expression. 

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I can read grade level text for a sustained period regularly and independently. 

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I can write consonant-vowel-consonant words and grade level appropriate irregularly spelled words. 

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I can use phonetic spelling to write about experiences, stories, people, objects, or events. 

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I can give, restate, and follow two-step directions. 

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I can create different types of sentences using correct capitalization and appropriate punctuation. 

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I can appropriately participate in conversations with groups of classmates and adults. 

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I can communicate with others using complete sentences. 

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1st Grade Math

I can add, subtract, and solve a problem within 20. 

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I can find the missing number in an equation. 

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I can count and write numbers to 120. 

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I can count on by ones from a number within 120. 

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I can explain the digits of a two digit number as being represented by amounts of tens and ones. 

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I can compare two 2 digit numbers using >, <, and = signs. 

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I can add and subtract 10 in a 2 digit number using mental math. 

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I can order three objects by length. 

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I can identify halves and fourths of a circle and rectangle. 

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1st Grade Writing

I can write informative/explanatory text with a topic sentence, some facts, and a closing. 

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I can write a narrative about a real or imagined experience or event using first, next, then, and last with some descriptive details. 

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I can write about my opinion by stating my topic, my opinion, a reason for my opinion, and a closing. 

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I can answer questions about my writing and get adult support to make my writing better. 

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With adult support, I can use digital tools to publish my writing. 

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