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Identify and explain descriptive words in text(s).
Standard #: ELA.K.R.3.1
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Standard Clarifications
Clarification 1: Students will explain examples of descriptive words in text and how they add meaning. 

Clarification 2: Students will be introduced to the academic vocabulary word “adjective.” However, students are not expected to use the word independently. Discussion should focus on how the descriptive words add meaning to the text.

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Subject Area: English Language Arts (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: K
Strand: Reading
Standard: Reading Across Genres
Date Adopted or Revised: 08/20
Status: State Board Approved
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