Ancient Egypt

L.1.1 — Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

L.1.2 — Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

L.1.4 — Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 1 reading and content, choosing flexibly from an array of strategies.

L.1.5 — With guidance and support from adults, demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings.

L.1.6 — Use words and phrases acquired through conversations, reading and being read to, and responding to texts, including using frequently occurring conjunctions to signal simple relationships (e.g., because).

RI.1.2 — Identify the main topic and retell key details of a text.

RI.1.3 — Describe the connection between two individuals, events, ideas, or pieces of information in a text.

RI.1.5 — Know and use various text features (e.g., headings, tables of contents, glossaries, electronic menus, icons) to locate key facts or information in a text.

RI.1.7 — Use the illustrations and details in a text to describe its key ideas.

RI.1.8 — Identify the reasons an author gives to support points in a text.

RI.1.9 — Identify basic similarities in and differences between two texts on the same topic (e.g., in illustrations, descriptions, or procedures).

SL.1.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 1 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups

SL.1.2 — Ask and answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media.

SL.1.6 — Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation.

W.1.1 — Write opinion pieces in which they introduce the topic or name the book they are writing about, state an opinion, supply a reason for the opinion, and provide some sense of closure.

W.1.2 — Write informative/explanatory texts in which they name a topic, supply some facts about the topic, and provide some sense of closure.

W.1.5 — With guidance and support from adults, focus on a topic, respond to questions and suggestions from peers, and add details to strengthen writing as needed.

W.1.6 — With guidance and support from adults, use a variety of digital tools to produce and publish writing, including in collaboration with peers.

W.1.7 — Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., explore a number of "how-to" books on a given topic and use them to write a sequence of instructions).

W.1.8 — With guidance and support from adults, recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question.