ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers
recount stories, including fables and folktales from diverse cultures, in sequential order, including key details; determine the central message, lesson, or moral referring to the text
describe how main characters in a story respond to major events and challenges, using key details
determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text and describe how words and phrases suggest feelings or appeal to senses
describe the overall structure of a story, including how the beginning introduces the story, the middle provides major events and challenges, and the ending concludes the action
explain differences in the points of view of characters (e.g., speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud, noticing characters' actions and thoughts)
use specific information gained from illustrations and details in the text to demonstrate understanding of characters, setting, and plot
compare and contrast two or more versions of the same story (e.g., fairy tales) by different authors or from different cultures, using key details to explain ideas
read and comprehend literature, including stories and poems, in the grades 2-3 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range by the end of grade 2
B - Reading Informational Text
ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers
identify the main idea of a multi-paragraph text and explain how key ideas or portions of the text support the main idea, referring to the text
describe the relationship between a series of historical events, scientific ideas or concepts, or steps in technical procedures in a text
determine the meanings of words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 2 topic or subject area
use various text features (e.g., captions, bold print, subheadings, glossaries, indexes, and icons) to locate key facts or information in a text efficiently
compare and contrast the main purpose of texts, including what the authors want to answer, explain, or describe
explain how specific images (e.g., illustrations, photos, diagrams) contribute to and clarify a text
describe how reasons support specific points the author makes in a text providing evidence from the text
compare and contrast the most important points presented by two texts on the same topic, using evidence from the texts
read and comprehend informational texts in the grades 2-3 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range by the end of grade 2
C - Reading Foundation
know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words
read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension
D - Writing
write opinion pieces on topics or texts
write informative/explanatory texts
write narratives that recount a well-elaborated event or a short sequence of three or more events
develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, drafting, revising, and editing with guidance and support from peers and adults
use a variety of tools to produce and publish writing, including digital tools and collaboration with peers, with guidance and support from adults
participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., read a number of books on a single topic to produce a report; record science observations)
recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question
expand and elaborate writing appropriate to the type of writing
produce writing that reflects the author's voice and perspective
E - Speaking and Listening
participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 2 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups
recount or describe key ideas or details from written texts read aloud or information presented orally or through other media
ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to clarify comprehension, gather additional information, or deepen understanding of a topic or issue
tell a story or recount an experience with appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details, speaking audibly in coherent sentences
create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to stories or recounts of experiences when appropriate to clarify ideas, thoughts, and feelings, with guidance and support
produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation in order to provide requested detail or clarification
F - Language
demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking
demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing or speaking
use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening
determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 2 reading and content, choosing flexibly from an array of strategies
demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings
use words and phrases acquired through conversations, reading and being read to, and responding to texts, including using adjectives and adverbs to describe (e.g., When other kids are happy that makes me happy)
ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers
recount stories, including fables and folktales from diverse cultures, in sequential order, including key details; determine the central message, lesson, or moral referring to the text
describe how main characters in a story respond to major events and challenges, using key details
determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text and describe how words and phrases suggest feelings or appeal to senses
describe the overall structure of a story, including how the beginning introduces the story, the middle provides major events and challenges, and the ending concludes the action
explain differences in the points of view of characters (e.g. speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud, noticing characters' actions and thoughts)
B - Reading Informational Text
ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers
identify the main idea of a multi-paragraph text and explain how key ideas or portions of the text support the main idea, referring to the text
describe the relationship between a series of historical events, scientific ideas or concepts, or steps in technical procedures in a text
determine the meanings of words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 2 topic or subject area
use various text features (e.g., captions, bold print, subheadings, glossaries, indexes, and icons) to locate key facts or information in a text efficiently
compare and contrast the main purpose of texts, including what the authors want to answer, explain, or describe
