English Language Arts 23 ) Write informative or explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly. [W.5.2]
a. Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general observation and focus, and group related information logically; include formatting (e.g., headings), illustrations, and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. [W.5.2a]
b. Develop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic. [W.5.2b]
c. Link ideas within and across categories of information using words, phrases, and clauses (e.g., in contrast, especially ). [W.5.2c]
d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic. [W.5.2d]
e. Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented. [W.5.2e]
Alabama Alternate Achievement Standards
AAS Standard:
English Language Arts 25 ) Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 22-24 above.) [W.5.4]
English Language Arts 26 ) With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of the first three Language standards in Grades K-5.) [W.5.5]
English Language Arts 33 ) Summarize a written text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. [SL.5.2]
Alabama Alternate Achievement Standards
AAS Standard:
English Language Arts 36 ) Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, sound) and visual displays in presentations when appropriate to enhance the development of main ideas or themes. [SL.5.5]
Digital Literacy and Computer Science R6) Produce, review, and revise authentic artifacts that include multimedia using appropriate digital tools.
Digital Literacy and Computer Science 16) Use advanced features of digital tools and media-rich resources to communicate key ideas and details in a way that informs, persuades, and/or entertains.