Identify and explain descriptive words in text(s).
Clarifications
Clarification 1: Students will explain examples of descriptive words in text and how they add meaning.
Clarification 2: Students will be introduced to the academic vocabulary word “adjective.” However, students are not expected to use the word independently. Discussion should focus on how the descriptive words add meaning to the text.
Subject Area: English Language Arts (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: K
Date Adopted or Revised: 08/20
Status: State Board Approved
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Related Access Points
| Access Point Number |
Access Point Title |
| ELA.K.R.3.AP.1 | Identify descriptive words in text(s). |
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