The Kindergarten Language Arts course is a comprehensive, balanced and inclusive program intended to develop students’ ability to read with meaning, write clearly, and speak and listen effectively. This course is aligned to develop the following overarching Nebraska State English Language Arts Standards (p. 3, 34-38):
- Students will learn and apply reading skills and strategies to comprehend text (LA0.1).
- Students will learn and apply writing skills and strategies to communicate (LA0.2).
- Students will develop and apply appropriate speaking and listening skills and strategies to communicate for a variety of purposes (LA0.3).
- Students will apply information fluency and practice digital citizenship (LA0.4).
Kindergarten Language Arts uses the Gradual Release of Responsibility. This instructional framework provides modeling, abundant practice guided by the teacher with the intention of students gradually becoming more proficient and independent with the skills, processes and strategies of literacy.
Course Objectives:
The objectives of this course are the 2014 Nebraska English Language Arts Standards for Kindergarten.
Kindergarten Wonders Pacing Guide
Kindergarten Reading & Writing Pacing Chart.
Texts, Vocabulary Words & Games:
Each Week’s texts, vocabulary words, and games can be found on the student Wonders site. Students can get there by following these steps:
- Type the word “portal” in the search box on lps.org.
- Select Wonders.
- Fill in their LPS username and password.
Ways to Support Your Student’s Literacy Development at Home
Ways to Support your Child’s Literacy Learning at Home Using the Student Wonders Site