Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grade 2

Other Florida English Language Arts (B.E.S.T.) sets

Foundational Skills

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    Applying Foundational Reading Skills Phonics and Word AnalysisELA.2.F.1

    1. 3

      Use knowledge of grade-appropriate phonics and word-analysis skills to decode words.ELA.2.F.1.3

      1. a

        Decode words with variable vowel teams (e.g., oo, ea, ou) and vowel diphthongs (e.g., oi, oy, ow).ELA.2.F.1.3.a

      2. b

        Decode regularly spelled two-syllable words with long and short vowels.ELA.2.F.1.3.b

      3. c

        Decode words with open (e.g., hi, baby, moment) and closed (e.g., bag, sunshine, chop) syllables and consonant -le (e.g., purple, circle, stumble).ELA.2.F.1.3.c

      4. d

        Decode words with common prefixes and suffixes.ELA.2.F.1.3.d

      5. e

        Decode words with silent letter combinations (e.g., knight, comb, island, ghost).ELA.2.F.1.3.e

    2. 4

      Read grade-level texts with accuracy, automaticity, and appropriate prosody or expression.ELA.2.F.1.4

Reading

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    Reading Prose and PoetryELA.2.R.1 

    1. 1

      Identify plot structure and describe main story elements in a literary text.ELA.2.R.1.1

    2. 2

      Identify and explain a theme of a literary text.ELA.2.R.1.2

    3. 3

      Identify different characters’ perspectives in a literary text.ELA.2.R.1.3

    4. 4

      Identify rhyme schemes in poems.ELA.2.R.1.4

  • 2

    Reading Informational TextELA.2.R.2

    1. 1

      Explain how text features—including titles, headings, captions, graphs, maps, glossaries, and/or illustrations—contribute to the meaning of texts.ELA.2.R.2.1

    2. 2

      Identify the central idea and relevant details in a text.ELA.2.R.2.2

    3. 3

      Explain an author’s purpose in an informational text.ELA.2.R.2.3

    4. 4

      Explain an author’s opinion(s) and supporting evidence.ELA.2.R.2.4

  • 3

    Reading Across GenresELA.2.R.3

    1. 1

      Identify and explain similes, idioms, and alliteration in text(s)ELA.2.R.3.1

    2. 2

       Retell a text to enhance comprehension.ELA.2.R.3.2

      1. a

        Use main story elements in a logical sequence for a literary text.ELA.2.R.3.2.a

      2. b

        Use the central idea and relevant details for an informational text.ELA.2.R.3.2.b

    3. 3

      Compare and contrast important details presented by two texts on the same topic or theme. ELA.2.R.3.3

Communication

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    Communicating Through Writing HandwritingELA.2.C.1

    1. 1

      Demonstrate legible printing skills.ELA.2.C.1.1

    2. 2

      Write personal or fictional narratives using a logical sequence of events, transitions, and an ending.ELA.2.C.1.2

    3. 3

      Write opinions about a topic or text with reasons supported by details from a source, use transitions, and provide a conclusion.ELA.2.C.1.3

    4. 4

      Write expository texts about a topic, using a source, providing an introduction, facts, transitions, and a conclusion.ELA.2.C.1.4

    5. 5

      Improve writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing with guidance and support from adults and feedback from peers.ELA.2.C.1.5

  • 2

    Communicating OrallyELA.2.C.2

    1. 1

      Present information orally using complete sentences, appropriate volume, and clear pronunciation.ELA.2.C.2.1

  • 3

    Following ConventionsELA.2.C.3

    1. 1

      Follow the rules of standard English grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling appropriate to grade level.ELA.2.C.3.1

  • 4

    ResearchingELA.2.C.4

    1. 1

      Participate in research to gather information to answer a question about a single topic using multiple sources.ELA.2.C.4.1

  • 5

    Creating and CollaboratingELA.2.C.5

    1. 1

      Use one or more multimedia element(s) to enhance oral or written tasks.ELA.2.C.5.1

    2. 2

      Use digital tools to produce and publish writing individually or with peers and with support from adults.ELA.2.C.5.2

Vocabulary

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    Finding MeaningELA.2.V.1

    1. 1

      Use grade-level academic vocabulary appropriately in speaking and writing.ELA.2.V.1.1

    2. 2

      Identify and use base words and affixes to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words in grade-level content.ELA.2.V.1.2

    3. 3

      Identify and use context clues, word relationships, background knowledge, reference materials, and/or background knowledge to determine the meaning of unknown words.ELA.2.V.1.3

K-12 ELA Expectations

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    Cite evidence to explain and justify reasoning.ELA.K12.EE.1.1

  • 2

    Read and comprehend grade-level complex texts proficiently.ELA.K12.EE.2.1

  • 3

    Make inferences to support comprehension.ELA.K12.EE.3.1

  • 4

    Use appropriate collaborative techniques and active listening skills when engaging in discussions in a variety of situations.ELA.K12.EE.4.1

  • 5

    Use the accepted rules governing a specific format to create quality work.ELA.K12.EE.5.1

  • 6

    Use appropriate voice and tone when speaking or writing.ELA.K12.EE.6.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2
When were these standards adopted?
2020
Where can I read the official document?
Florida's B.E.S.T. Standards English Language Arts

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