I Can Common Core
3rd Grade ELA
Reading Literature
I can ask questions to deepen my understanding of a literary text. RL.3.1
I can answer questions using specific details from literary text. RL.3.1
I can retell a story using key details from the text. RL.3.2.
I can identify the main message or lesson of a story using key details from the
text. RL.3.2.
I can describe the characters in a story (traits, motivations, feelings). RL.3.3.
I can explain how a character's actions contribute to the events in the story.
RL.3.3.
I can determine the meaning of words using clues from the story. RL.3.4.
I can identify literal and nonliteral language in a story. RL.3.4.
I can use literary terms to describe parts of a story or poem (e.g., chapter, scene
stanza). RL.3.5.
I can describe how parts of a story build on one another. RL.3.5.
I can distinguish between a narrator or character's point of view and my own.
RL.3.6.
I can explain how an illustration contributes to the story (e.g., mood, tone,
character, setting). RL.3.7.
I can compare and contrast stories (themes, setting, plots) of stories by the same
author (e.g. series books). RL.3.9.
I can read grade-level literacy texts proficiently and independently. RL.3.10.
Reading Informational Text
I can ask questions to deepen my understanding of informational text. RI.3.1.
I can answer questions using specific details from informational text. RI.3.1.
I can determine the main idea of an informational text. RI.3.2.
I can retell key ideas from an informational text. RI.3.2.
I can describe how events, ideas, or concepts in an informational text are related.
RI.3.3.
I can describe steps in a procedure, in the order they should happen. RI.3.3.
I can determine the meaning of unknown words in informational text. RI.3.4.
I can use text features to locate information efficiently. RI.3.5.
I can distinguish between my point of view and the author's point of view. RI.3.6.
I can use information from illustrations (maps, photographs) to understand
informational texts. RI.3.7.
I can use information from the words to understand informational texts. RI.3.7.
I can make connections between specific sentences and paragraphs and the overall
text. (e.g., comparison, cause/effect, first/second/third in a sequence) RI.3.8.
I can compare and contrast the main ideas and key details in two texts on the
same topic. RI.3.9.
I can read grade-level informational texts proficiently and independently. RI.3.10.
Reading Foundational Skills
I can use a variety of strategies to read words.
a. I can identify the meaning of common prefixes and suffixes.
b. I can read words with common suffixes.
c. I can read words with more than one syllable.
d. I can read high-frequency words that dont play fair.
RF.3.3.
I can read 3rd grade level texts accurately and fluently to make meaning.
a. I can read 3rd grade level texts with purpose.
b. I can read 3rd grade level texts with fluency.
c. I can use clues in the text to check my accuracy.
d. I can re-read to make sure that what Im reading makes sense.
RF.3.4.
Writing
I can write an opinion piece that supports a point of view with reasons. .
a. I can introduce the topic of my opinion piece.
b. I can create an organizational structure that lists reasons for my opinion.
c. I can identify reasons that support my opinion.
d. I can use linking words to connect my opinion and reasons.
e. I can construct a concluding statement or section for my opinion piece.
W.3.1.
I can write informative/explanatory texts that convey ideas and information
clearly.
a. I can write an informative/explanatory text that has a clear topic.
b. I can group supporting facts together about a topic in a
informative/explanatory text using both text and illustrations.
c. I can develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details.
d. I can use linking words and phrases to connect ideas within categories of
information. (e.g., also, another, and, more, but)
e. I can construct a closure on the topic of an informative/explanatory text.
W.3.2.
I can craft narrative texts about real or imagined experiences or events.
a. I can establish a situation.
b. I can introduce the narrator and/or characters of my narrative.
c. I can organize events in an order that make sense in my narrative.
d. I can use dialogue to show the actions, thoughts and feelings of my characters.
e. I can use descriptive words to show the actions, thoughts and feelings of my
characters.
f. I can use transitional words and expressions to show passage of time in a
narrative text.
g. I can write a conclusion to my narrative.W.3.3.
I can produce writing that is appropriate to task and purpose. W.3.4.
With support from peers and adults, I can use the writing process to plan, revise
and edit my writing. W.3.5.
With support from adults, I can use technology to publish a piece of writing.
W.3.6.
I can use technology to collaborate with others on a piece of writing. W.3.6.
I can conduct a research project to become knowledgeable about a topic. W.3.7.
I can recall information from experiences. W.3.8.
I can document what I learn about a topic by taking notes. W.3.8.
I can sort evidence into provided categories. W.3.8.
I can adjust my writing practices for different time frames, tasks, purposes, and
audiences. W.3.10.
Speaking & Listening
I can effectively engage in discussions with diverse partners about 3rd grade topics
and texts. SL.3.1.
I can express my own ideas clearly during discussions. SL.3.1.
I can build on others ideas during discussions.
a. I can prepare myself to participate in discussions.
b. I can draw on information to explore the ideas in a discussion.
c. I can follow our class norms when I participate in a conversation.
d. I can ask questions so Im clear about what is being discussed.
e. I can ask questions that are on the topic being discussed.
f. I can connect my questions to what others say.
g. I can explain what I understand about the topic being discussed.
SL.3.1.
I can determine the main idea and supporting details in text that is read aloud to
me. SL.3.2.
I can determine the main idea and supporting details of information that is
presented in visual media and/or numbers. SL.3.2.
I can ask questions when I am confused about what a speaker is saying. SL.3.3.
I can answer questions to show what I know when listening to a speaker. SL.3.3.
I can use facts and details to tell about a story or experience. SL.3.4.
I can speak clearly and at an understandable pace. SL.3.4.
I can demonstrate fluency when reading stories or poems for an audio recording.
SL.3.5.
I can use drawings or other visual displays to support what I say. SL.3.5.
I can speak in complete sentences with appropriate detail. SL.3.6.
Language
I can use grammar conventions to send a clear message to a reader or listener.
a. I can explain the functions of (nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs).
b. I can use regular and irregular plural nouns.
c. I can use abstract nouns. (e.g., childhood)
d. I can use regular and irregular verbs.
e. I can use simple verb tenses. (e.g., I walked; I walk; I will walk)
f. I can make subjects and verbs agree in my writing.
g. I can make pronouns and antecedents agree in my writing.
h. I can use adjectives to describe nouns.
i. I can use adverbs to describe actions.
j. I can use coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.
k. I can write simple, complex and compound sentences.
L.3.1.
I can use conventions to send a clear message to my reader.
a. I can capitalize appropriate words in titles.
b. I can use commas in addresses.
c. I can use commas and quotation marks in dialogue.
d. I can use possessives in my writing.
e. I can spell words that have suffixes added to base words correctly.
f. I can use spelling patterns to spell words correctly.
g. I can use resources to check and correct my spelling.
L.3.2.
I can express ideas using carefully chosen words. L.3.3.
I can compare how people use language when they write versus when they talk.
L.3.3.
I can use a variety of strategies to determine the meaning of words and phrases.
a. I can use what the sentence says to help me to determine what a word or
phrase means.
b. I can use common prefixes to help me determine what a word means.
(e.g., agreeable/disagreeable, comfortable/uncomfortable, care/careless,
heat/preheat)
c. I can use the meaning of root words to help me determine the meaning of new
words with the same root. (e.g., company, companion)
d. I can use resource materials (glossaries and dictionaries) to help me determine
the meaning of key words and phrases.
L.3.4
I can analyze figurative language, word relationships, and slight differences in word
meanings.
a. I can describe the difference between literal and non-literal meaning of words
and phrases in context. (e.g., take steps)
b. I can identify real-life connections between words and their uses. (e.g., describe
people who are friendly or helpful)
c. I can tell the difference between related words. (e.g., knew, believed,
suspected, heard, wondered)
L.3.5.
I can accurately use 3rd grade academic vocabulary to express my ideas. L.3.6.
