Maryland State Standards - Grade 3 Standard 3.1 General Reading Process Topic D. Vocabulary Students will use a variety of strategies and opportunities to understand word meaning and to increase vocabulary. Indicator 1. Develop and apply vocabulary through exposure to a variety of texts Standard 2.0 Comprehension of Informational Text Comprehension of Informational Text: Students will read, comprehend, interpret, analyze, and evaluate informational text. Topic A. Comprehension of Informational Text Indicator 1. Develop comprehension skills by reading a variety of self-selected and assigned informational texts Standard 4.0 Writing Writing: Students will compose in a variety of modes by developing content, employing specific forms, and selecting language appropriate for a particular audience and purpose. Topic A. Writing Indicator 1. Compose texts using the prewriting and drafting strategies of effective writers and speakers Standard 5.0 Controlling Language Controlling Language: Students will control language by applying the conventions of Standard English in speaking and writing.**** Topic A. Grammar Indicator 1. Recognize elements of grammar in personal and academic reading Indicator 2. Recognize, recall, and use basic elements of grammar to express ideas clearly *** Topic B. Usage Indicator 1. Recognize examples of conventional usage in personal and academic reading Indicator 2. Comprehend and apply standard English usage in oral and written language Topic C. Mechanics Indicator 1. Explain the purpose of mechanics to make and clarify meaning in academic and personal reading and writing Indicator 2. Apply standard English punctuation and capitalization in written language