vocab
abject
most unfortunate or miserable
Decoding
The ability to translate written words into sounds, often using phonics
Spelling
Correctly using the letters and sounds of words is crucial for clear communication.
Skimming
Quickly reviewing a text to get a general overview
Narrative Writing
Telling a story, often with characters, plot, and setting.
avail
use to ones advantage
Phonics
Learning the relationship between letters and sounds to decode words
Grammar
Understanding and applying rules of sentence structure, punctuation, and other linguistic conventions ensures clarity and accuracy.
Scanning
Searching for specific information within a text.
Descriptive Writing
Creating vivid images in the reader's mind through detailed descriptions of sensory details.
capitulate
surrender under agreed conditions
Vocabulary
Understanding the meaning of words and their various uses
Handwriting and Typing
Proficiency in legible writing or typing is essential for producing written work.
Active Reading
Engaging with the text by asking questions, making connections, and taking notes.
Expository Writing
Providing information and explaining a topic clearly and accurately.
cursory
hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough
Fluency
Reading accurately, quickly, and with appropriate phrasing and expression
Sentence Structure
Understanding how to construct grammatically correct and meaningful sentences is fundamental.
Detailed Reading
Thoroughly reading and understanding a text
Persuasive Writing
Convincing the reader to agree with a particular point of view
deference
courteous regard for people's feelings
Sentence Construction & Cohesion
Understanding how sentences are put together and how they relate to each other.
the action of writing or printing in capital letters or with an initial capital.
Reasoning & Background Knowledge
Using prior knowledge and reasoning skills to understand and interpret the text.
Creative Writing
Expressing one's imagination and creativity through various forms like poetry, fiction, and drama.