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K–12 Standards

Grade 8

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Read as a personal activity

  • 1

    Select and read literary and informational texts at an appropriate reading level.8.1.1

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      Choose age and ability appropriate literature to read based on interest or curriculum need.8.1.1.1

    2. 2

      Choose age and ability appropriate informational texts to read based on interest or curriculum need.  8.1.1.2

  • 2

    Select listening and viewing resources for enjoyment and information.8.1.2

    1. 1

      Participate in listening and viewing activities (e.g., audiobooks, podcasts).8.1.2.1

  • 3

    Use community resources for recreational and informational needs.8.1.3

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      Visit the school or other libraries virtually or in person to access resources.8.1.3.1

    2. 2

      Visit museums, galleries, science centers, and parks virtually or in person (e.g., Louvre, National Gallery of Art).8.1.3.2

Explore characteristics, history, and awards of creative works

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    Identify and critically analyze literary and media genres and themes.8.2.1

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      Analyze literary and media genres (e.g., poetry, drama, biography, documentary).8.2.1.1

    2. 2

      Explain and compare literary themes in text, visual, and digital resources (e.g., ability of human spirit to rise above grief and loss).8.2.1.2

  • 2

    Recognize that social, cultural, political and historical events influence ideas and information.8.2.2

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      Identify and compare historically and culturally significant works in various formats (e.g., Hispanic poetry and situational comedies).8.2.2.1

    2. 2

      Recognize cultural and ethnic diversity through creative and literary works.8.2.2.2

  • 3

    Appreciate literary and artistic excellence.8.2.3

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      Identify award-winning authors, illustrators, and producers of literary and creative works (e.g., Laura Ingalls Wilder Award winners).8.2.3.1

    2. 2

      Acknowledge the importance of intellectual freedom.8.2.3.2

Analyze structure and aesthetic features of creative works

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    Identify and analyze key ideas and details of a work. 8.3.1

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      Connect prior and background knowledge to textual or visual clues to understand a literary work (e.g., inferring, predicting).8.3.1.1

    2. 2

      Determine purpose and point of view in a creative work.8.3.1.2

    3. 3

      Determine central ideas and supporting details of a work (e.g., paraphrasing, summarizing).8.3.1.3

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    Understand the literary techniques and complexities of a work.8.3.2

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      Identify an author’s or illustrator’s style (e.g., use of figurative language, medium).8.3.2.1

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      Compare and contrast story elements (e.g., characters, setting, or plot) in multiple works.8.3.2.2

Develop a literary-based product

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    Develop an original work or a response to a creative work, working in groups or individually.8.4.1

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      Choose a method to present an original work or a response to a creative work based on appropriateness and personal preference.8.4.1.1

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      Generate and organize ideas for an original work or a response to a creative work read, heard, or viewed (e.g., graphic organizer, group discussion, or brainstorming).8.4.1.2

    3. 3

      Create an original work or a response to a creative work, reflecting on progress and editing as needed (e.g., rubric, peer review, checklist).8.4.1.3

    4. 4

      Demonstrate understanding of and respect for copyright laws and intellectual property rights (e.g., use standard bibliographic format to credit sources).8.4.1.4

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    Communicate and evaluate an original work or a response to creative work, working in a group or individually.8.4.2

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      Use appropriate presentation tools and techniques to share product. 8.4.2.1

    2. 2

      Evaluate product and production process.8.4.2.2

Score reading progress

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    Engage in literacy-based motivational program and activities.8.5.1

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      Participate in library media activities and reading celebrations (e.g., televised book talks or reviews).8.5.1.1

    2. 2

      Participate in structured independent reading programs (e.g., Sunshine State Young Reader’s Award).8.5.1.2

    3. 3

      Participate in reading motivation programs with management components (e.g., Accelerated Reader or Reading Counts). (optional)8.5.1.3

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    Develop habits for lifelong learning.8.5.2

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      Practice lifelong learning literacy skills and relate to reading/ listening/viewing activities to real world situations (e.g., career and technical journals, online newscasts).8.5.2.1

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