Sharing Narratives About Humanity

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Produce complete sentences, recognizing and correcting inappropriate fragments and run-ons.

Use correct capitalization.

Spell grade-appropriate words correctly, consulting references as needed.

Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

Choose words and phrases to convey ideas precisely.

Offer examples of caring and compassionate behaviors (at home, in school, in the community)

Provide an example of a friend or role model who demonstrates caring and compassion

Explain why it is important for everyone to serve and contribute to their family, school, community, nation, globally

Describe how a role model volunteers and contributes to the common good

Understand and explain why different situations may set in motion or give rise to different emotions (e.g., learning something new or difficult, meeting someone new)

Understand and explain why different situations may set in motion or give rise to different emotions (e.g., learning something new or difficult, meeting someone new)

Explain a time when you put yourself in “someone else’s shoes” in order to understand their perspective and point of view

Explain what empathy means (e.g., the ability to sympathetically understand and personally identify with the emotional states, needs and feelings of others)

Understand and recognize the characteristics of healthy relationships (e.g., honesty, compromising, sharing, encouragement)

Understand and recognize the characteristics of unhealthy relationships (e.g., hostility, intimidation, hitting)

Give and receive constructive feedback to classmates and peers