Reading Prose and Poetry
Grade 5 English Language Arts • ELA.5.RPP
1 Level 1 Foundation
4 skillsUse actions and dialogue to understand characters
Identify story elements
Read fantasy with illustrations
Sort sensory details
2 Level 2 Developing
4 skillsDetermine the themes of short stories
Draw inferences from a text
Identify the narrative point of view
Compare and contrast points of view
3 Level 3 Proficient
4 skillsRead realistic fiction
Read historical fiction
Read poetry
Read drama
4 Level 4 Advanced
3 skillsIdentify similes and metaphors
Determine the meanings of similes and metaphors
Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone
5 Level 5 Expert
3 skillsCompare and contrast characters
Label the rhyme scheme
Identify elements of poetry
About Reading Prose and Poetry
This Grade 5 English Language Arts standard focuses on building student proficiency in reading prose and poetry. As part of the Florida B.E.S.T. curriculum, this standard is assessed on the FAST (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) exam.
Why This Standard Matters
This is a high-priority standard that forms the foundation for future mathematical concepts. Students who master these skills are better prepared for more advanced topics in later grades.
How to Use These Resources
- Level 1-2: Start here for students who need foundational practice or intervention
- Level 3: Core grade-level skills that all students should master
- Level 4-5: Challenge and enrichment for students ready to advance
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