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Fieldwork #1: Meaning Making- Comprehension

1. Purpose: This assignment is linked to Meaning Making/Comprehension. Candidates will learn more about different types of comprehension and apply the learning to their learning segment assignments and future professional practice.

2. Directions: Watch the Video and then answer the following questions and include 2-4 examples observed throughout the video   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gV2jdXNJNg

What strategies did you learn that will help students in meaning making by building on prior knowledge and using complex literary and informational texts to engage in higher-order cognitive skills of reasoning, perspective-taking, and critical reading, writing, listening, and speaking across the discipline U7.6,

What strategies will actively promote students’ content knowledge by engaging students in literacy instruction in all pertinent content areas that integrate reading, writing, listening, and speaking in discipline-specific ways. U7.9

How do your reflections affirm and challenge your understanding of a teacher’s professional responsibility for all aspects of student learning and classroom management, including responsibility for the learning outcomes of all students U6.5

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Theories supporting all lesson models used in MS Credential Program 22(1) (4)(1)

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SBE-Adopted ELA/ELD Framework - ELA/ELD Framework (CA Dept of Education)

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The State Board of Education adopted the English Language Arts/English Language Development (ELA/ELD) Framework at its July 9, 2014, meeting. This is the final, edited digital version of the ELA/ELD Framework, published July 2015.

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Teaching and Learning / English Language Development (ELD)

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Constructing Meaning provides teachers with the process and tools for weaving explicit language instruction into content-area teaching. Lesson planning is driven by the content and academic language demands of discipline-specific learning. Based on backward design and a gradual release of responsibility model, the Constructing Meaning process prompts teachers to:

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https://www.edutopia.org/article/elementary-ells-learn-english-content

https://www.colorincolorado.org/new-teaching-ells

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Cultivating Content and Language Learning in ELLs

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Project-based learning can help English language learners master language and content skills at the same time.

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13 Characteristics of ELD Quality Lessons 

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13 Characteristics of ELD Quality Lessons 

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History-Social Science Framework - History-Social Science Framework (CA Dept of Education)

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The State Board of Education adopted the History-Social Science Framework on July 14, 2016. This is the final digital version of the Framework.

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Explore reading basics as well as the key role of background knowledge and motivation in becoming a lifelong reader and learner. Watch our PBS Launching Young Readers series and try our self-paced Reading 101 course to deepen your understanding.

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Learn about the “writing rope” — a model for understanding the interwoven elements that support writing, developed by literacy expert Joan Sedita. Get the basics on the five key strands and how to provide explicit instruction for each strand.

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1. Cuningham, K., & Burkins, J. (2023). Shifting the Balance, Grades 3-5: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Upper Elementary Classroom. Routledge.

2. Tompkins, G. E., (2012). 50 Literacy Strategies Step by Step. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: MerrillP-rentice Hall. (ISBN-13:978-0-13-515816-6)

3. Tompkins, G. E., (2018) Language Arts, Patterns of Practice (9th edition). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Merrill-Prentice Hall. (ISBN: 0-13-159789-2

4. Young, N., & Hasbrouck, J., (2024) Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners. Benchmark Education Company LLC.

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Fieldwork #2: Tier Three Intervention

1. Purpose: This assignment is linked to Foundation Skills and Meaning Making/comprehension. Candidates will learn more about Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions and apply the learning to their learning segment assignments and future professional practice.

2. Directions: Watch the Video and then answer the following questions  and include 2-4 examples for the questions that you found throughout the video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpPZjcFw7xc

How did the teacher actively combine the principles of evidence-based literacy instruction with Universal Design for Learning; California’s Multi-Tiered System of Support (Tier 1–Best first instruction, Tier 2–Targeted, supplemental instruction, and Tier 3–Referrals for intensive intervention); and the California Dyslexia Guidelines? U7.2

How do your reflections affirm and challenge your understanding of a teacher’s professional responsibility for all aspects of student learning and classroom management, including responsibility for the learning outcomes of all students? U6.5

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Fieldwork #3: Effective Expression- Writers Workshop

1. Purpose: This assignment is linked to Effective Expression. Candidates will closely observe writers' workshop learning activities and apply what they have learned to their assignments and future teaching.

2. Directions: Watch the following Video and then answer the following questions, including 2-4 and examples throughout the video   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXTA_mUYPKU

How can the Writer’s Workshop activity help students develop effective expression as they write, discuss, present, and use language conventions? U7.8, 7.8

How do your reflections affirm and challenge your understanding of a teacher’s professional responsibility for all aspects of student learning and classroom management, including responsibility for the learning outcomes of all students U6.5

Within the lesson, how did the teacher actively implement evidence-based literacy instruction (and integrated content and literacy instruction) grounded in an understanding of applicable literacy-related academic standards and the themes of the California English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework U7.1

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Literacy Activity #1: Vocabulary, Grammar, Spelling and Handwriting 

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Literacy Activity #1: Vocabulary, Grammar, Spelling and Handwriting 

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Let's write sentences and more

These grammar and writing worksheets introduce students to the parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization and related concepts. Practice writing letters, words, sentences and paragraphs.

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Grade 1 Grammar & Writing Worksheets | K5 Learning

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The parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization as well as practice writing letters, words, sentences, paragraphs and other texts. Free | Grammar & Writing | Worksheets | Grade 1 | Printable

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https://bedrocklearning.org/literacy-blogs/a-guide-to-tier-1-2-and-3-vocabulary/

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Social studies interactive website with video references 

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Social studies interactive website with video references 

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BrainPOP Jr. - Animated Educational Site for Kids - Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Arts & Music, Health, and Technology

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My Community Project (K–2)

Focus: Local government, community helpers, civics

Activity: Students draw or build (with paper, Legos, etc.) their community, including fire stations, schools, stores, etc. Discuss what each part contributes.

Around the World Culture Week (K–6)

Focus: World cultures, geography, traditions

Activity: Each student (or small group) explores a country and shares traditional food, music, flag, or clothing.

Classroom Time Travel (3–6)

Focus: Historical events and figures

Activity: Assign students roles from a historical time period (e.g., Ancient Egypt, Colonial America, Civil Rights Era). Create “time-travel” skits or journal entries.

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https://www.youtube.com/user/crashcoursekids

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Welcome to Crash Course Kids! This bi-weekly show from the producers of Crash Course is all about gradeschool science. We’ll look at Earth, Habitats, Space, Chemical Reactions, Engineering, and much much more with host Sabrina Cruz. So, join us every Tuesday and Thursday for new uploads. This series is beginning with 5th grade science, so we’ll be delving into Earth Science, Physical Science, Biology, Geography, Engineering, and Astronomy. Have a look at our playlists on each subject!

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Kids learn about United States and world history. Social studies of American history and ancient civilizations for students and teachers.

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Story Retelling with Puppets (K–2)

Focus: Comprehension, sequencing

Activity: After reading a story, students retell it using stick puppets or finger puppets they make themselves.

Book Character Day (K–6)

Focus: Reading engagement, character analysis

Activity: Students dress up as a favorite book character and give a short “in-character” presentation.

Sentence Scramble (K–3)

Focus: Grammar, sentence structure

Activity: Cut sentences into individual words. Students put them in the correct order and read them aloud.

“Reading Detectives” (2–5)

Focus: Inference, context clues

Activity: Provide short passages with missing info and let students use evidence to “solve” what’s happening.

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Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

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https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialAlphablocks

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The Alphablocks are 26 living letters who discover that whenever they hold hands and make a word, something magical happens. With adventures, songs and silliness, it's tons of fun with words - all built on a firm foundation of key phonics skills.

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Explore reading basics as well as the key role of background knowledge and motivation in becoming a lifelong reader and learner. Watch our PBS Launching Young Readers series and try our self-paced Reading 101 course to deepen your understanding.

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Starfall Education: Kids Games, Movies, Books & Music for K-5 and above

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At Starfall, children have fun while they learn - specializing in reading, phonics & math - educational games, movies, books, songs, and more for children K-5 and above.

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Teach Your Monster: Free Phonics, Reading and Mathematics Games

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Help children learn with our free, award-winning reading, mathematics and phonics games.

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Instantly access over 40,000 of the best books & videos for kids on Epic

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Hey, art friends! Welcome to Art For Kids Hub! 🎨✏️ Here, you’ll discover all sorts of awesome art lessons, from drawing to painting, and even some super cool origami. Whether you’re a beginner or a budding artist, there’s something fun for everyone! I’m Rob, and along with my amazing wife, Teryn, and our four creative kids, Jack, Hadley, Austin, and Olivia, we make art together as a family and love sharing it with you. ❤️ Ready to jump in and start creating? Most of our art lessons are self-contained, so grab your favorite black marker, some paper, and your coloring supplies, and let’s get drawing! 🖍️📒 Join us on this colorful adventure, and let’s make art that brings smiles and joy. Happy creating! 🌟

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Make Escape Room activities related to content 

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Make Escape Room activities related to content 

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Breakout EDU - Educational Games for the Classroom

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Breakout EDU gamifies learning to create an engaging and empowering experience for students of all grade levels.

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Can be used for self regulation, focuses, physical coordination 

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Poetry Scavenger Hunt

Students find examples of rhyme, alliteration, imagery, etc. in a poem.

Can use printed poems or books from your classroom library.

Poem Picture Match

Read a short poem aloud and have students draw a picture of what they visualize.

Helps build imagery and comprehension skills.

Poetry Stations (Grades 2–6)

Rhyme sort

Build-a-verse with magnetic poetry

Silly similes & metaphors creation

Acrostic name poems

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Kenn Nesbitt’s Poetry4kids.com – Funny poems for children

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Not your everyday calendar, here you can find important events in literary history, authors' birthdays, and a variety of holidays, all with related activities and resources that make them more relevant to students.

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Not your everyday calendar, here you can find important events in literary history, authors' birthdays, and a variety of holidays, all with related activities and resources that make them more relevant to students.

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Paint a Poem

Students choose a poem and create a painting or drawing inspired by its mood or imagery.

"What’s in a Portrait?"

Students create self-portraits or character portraits based on a descriptive poem.

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Hey, art friends! Welcome to Art For Kids Hub! 🎨✏️ Here, you’ll discover all sorts of awesome art lessons, from drawing to painting, and even some super cool origami. Whether you’re a beginner or a budding artist, there’s something fun for everyone! I’m Rob, and along with my amazing wife, Teryn, and our four creative kids, Jack, Hadley, Austin, and Olivia, we make art together as a family and love sharing it with you. ❤️ Ready to jump in and start creating? Most of our art lessons are self-contained, so grab your favorite black marker, some paper, and your coloring supplies, and let’s get drawing! 🖍️📒 Join us on this colorful adventure, and let’s make art that brings smiles and joy. Happy creating! 🌟

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LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems!  Episode 02

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Play free games and quizzes, find art activities, explore homework help and share your art with Tate Kids. The best art website for kids.

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Poetry + Rhythm = Song

Students turn a short poem into a simple song or chant with claps/snaps.

Instrument Match Game

Match sounds (clips) of instruments to emotions, colors, or characters from poems/stories.

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Welcome Back! Classics for Kids has returned with our new Fun Facts videos, worksheets and lesson plans!https://youtu.be/7BjOMa7NvzIFun Facts: Marian Andersen https://youtu.be/OBnHXKNDqXUFun Facts: Yo-Yo Ma Explore More Composers Learn More Worksheets [...]

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All our experiments are all built with freely accessible web technology such as Web Audio API, WebMIDI, Tone.js, and more. These tools make it easier for coders to build new interactive music experiences. You can get the open-source code to lots of these experiments here on Github.

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Music is for everyone. Play with simple experiments that let anyone, of any age, explore how music works.

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Learn about music and play games with your favorite PBS KIDS characters like Elmo, Arthur, Pinkalicious, and Daniel Tiger!