Students will read at increasing levels of complexity for a variety of purposes.

Indicator 3: Students will interpret and respond to a diversity of works representative of a variety of cultures and time periods.

First Grade

1. explain what authors and illustrators do.
2. recognize that different versions of the same story may be told in various cultures.
3. explore a variety of worthy literary and narrative works, e.g., Caldecott books, picture books.

1. describe the role and contribution of authors and illustrators to print materials.
2. describe the characteristics of worthy literary and narrative works, e.g., Caldecott books, chapter books.

3. read from a variety of fictional and nonfictional works, e.g., Caldecott books, writing samples of local and regional authors.
4. respond to ideas, attitudes, and feelings expressed in literature by making personal connections.

3. demonstrate familiarity with a variety of award-winning literary selections.

2. recognize that a work of literature reflects the author’s viewpoints, experiences, heritage, and/or beliefs.
3. recognize that literature can be used to better understand the culture of the time period.

Students will understand and use visual arts as a means for creative self- expression and interpersonal communication.

K-2 Students will:

1. Understand that art tells stories, expresses moods, or conveys ideas.

1. Describe how visual arts tell stories or express moods or ideas*.

Students will understand the, media, techniques and processes used in the production of visual arts.

1. Recognize various media* and materials* which may be used in artwork.

3. Understand various art elements* can produce different visual effects.

2. Understand selected techniques which give artwork detail.