Kindergarten Prep 13

Kindergarten Prep 13

Ages 4–5 · 15 minutes · Math, English, Science, Stories

The letter M, calendar, sight words, heavy/light, the states of matter and more!

In this lesson, your child will learn about and practice the following topics:

- Calendar
- Letter of the day: M
- Comparing sizes: heavy and light
- Sight words: you, was
- Story: The States of Matter
- Practice pages (for after class)

No prior experience required.

Part of

Standards alignment

Common Core State Standards

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.5.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).

Alabama

  • ELA21.K.10a — Produce the most frequent sound(s) for each consonant, including _x_ and _q_, which have two phonemes (sounds).
  • MA19.K.16 — Identify and describe measurable attributes (length, weight, height) of a single object using vocabulary such as _long/short, heavy/light_, or _tall/short_.
  • MA19.K.17 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common to see which object has "more of" or "less of" the attribute and describe the difference.
  • ELA21.K.16 — Recognize and read grade-appropriate high-frequency words with accuracy and automaticity.

Alaska

  • K.MD.2 — Make comparisons between two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/“less of” the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary sound or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight. (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects (e.g., length or weight). Match measuring tools to attribute (e.g., ruler to length). Describe several measureable attributes of a single object.
  • K.MD.4 — Name in sequence the days of the week.

Arizona

  • K.RF.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one‐to‐one letter‐sound correspondence by producing the primary or most frequent sound(s) for each consonant and the five major vowels.
  • K.RF.3.c — Read 50 common high-frequency words by sight from a research-based word list.
  • K.WF.1.b — Write upper and lower manuscript letters, with reference to a model.

Arkansas

  • K.FR.12.PD — Read high-frequency words.
  • K.FR.21.F — Produce the most common sound for each letter of the alphabet with accuracy and automaticity.
  • K.GM.6 — Make direct comparisons of the length, capacity, weight, and temperature of objects, recognizing which object is shorter/longer, lighter/heavier, warmer/cooler, or holds more.
  • K.FR.19.H — Form upper and lowercase letters and numerals correctly, using a common path of movement.
  • K.GM.7 — Understand concepts of time, recognizing that clocks and calendars are tools that measure time. • Concepts of time include: morning, afternoon, evening, today, yesterday, tomorrow, day, week, month, and year

California

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.2.c — Write a letter or letters for most consonant and short-vowel sounds (phonemes).

Colorado

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/“less of” the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RWC20-GR.K-S.2-GLE.3-EO.c.iii — Read common high-frequency words by sight (for example: the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • RWC20-GR.PS-S.2-GLE.4.d — Identify letters and associate correct sounds with letters, including a minimum of ten letters, preferably including letters in the child’s name.
  • P.MD.A.2 — Compare or order up to five objects based on their measurable attributes, such as height or weight.
  • RWC20-GR.PS-S.2-GLE.4.c — Attend to the beginning letters and sounds in familiar words.

Connecticut

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Delaware

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Florida

  • ELA.K.F.1.4 — Recognize and read with automaticity grade-level high frequency words.
  • MA.K.M.1.2 — Directly compare two objects that have an attribute which can be measured in common. Express the comparison using language to describe the difference.
  • SC.K.P.8.1 — Sort objects by observable properties, such as size, shape, color, temperature (hot or cold), weight (heavy or light) and texture.
  • ELA.K.F.1.3 — Use knowledge of grade-appropriate phonics and word-analysis skills to decode words accurately. • Demonstrate knowledge of the most frequent sound for each consonant. • Demonstrate knowledge of the short and long sounds for the five major vowels. • Decode consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words. • Encode consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words.
  • SS.K.A.3.2 — Explain that calendars represent days of the week and months of the year.

Georgia

  • ELAGSEKRF3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one to one letter-sound correspondences for each consonant.
  • ELAGSEKRF4 — Read common high-frequency words by sight. (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does); read emergent-reader texts with purpose and understanding.
  • K.MDR.7.1 — Directly compare, describe, and order common objects, using measurable attributes (length, height, width, or weight) and describe the difference.
  • ELAGSEKRF1.d — Recognize and name all upper- and lowercase letters of the alphabet.
  • K.MDR.7 — Observe, describe, and compare the physical and measurable attributes of objects and analyze graphical displays of data to answer relevant questions.
  • K.PAR.6.2 — Describe patterns involving the passage of time using words and phrases related to actual events.

Hawaii

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference.
  • K.RF.3a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • K.RF.3c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.L.1a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • K.L.5b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).

Idaho

  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/ “less of” the attribute, and describe the difference.
  • K.FR.PA.2 — Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds.
  • K.FR.PC.1h — Identify and name all upper- and lowercase letters of the alphabet.
  • K.W.HWK.2 — Print all uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet. Write left to right and top to bottom with appropriate spaces between letters.

Illinois

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Indiana

  • K.M.1 — Make direct comparisons of the length, capacity, weight, and temperature of objects, and identify which object is shorter, longer, taller, lighter, heavier, warmer, cooler, or holds more. (E)
  • K.RF.7 — Use letter-sound knowledge to decode the sound of each consonant. (E)
  • K.H.4 — Explain that calendars are used to represent the days of the week and months of the year. (E)
  • K.W.1 — Write most uppercase (capital) and lowercase letters of the alphabet, correctly shaping and spacing the letters of the words.
  • K.RF.6 — Identify and produce the beginning, middle (medial), and final sounds in three and four phoneme words. (E)

Iowa

  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe several measurable attributes (for example, length, width, weight) of objects by using words such as short, long, small, big, heavy, light.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of phoneme-grapheme (one-to-one, letter-sound) correspondences by producing the primary and most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words with accuracy and automaticity (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • WF.K.1.a — Form many upper and lowercase manuscript letters and numerals correctly with proportion, line awareness, and spacing (between words and letters).
  • RF.K.1.d — Recognize and name all upper- and lowercase letters of the alphabet.

Kansas

  • K.MD.2 — Directly compare two objects, with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/”less of” the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • W.K.10.a — Print many upper and lowercase letters.
  • SL.K.7.a — Use frequently occurring nouns and verbs in speech.

Kentucky

  • KY.K.MD.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/ “less of” the attribute and describe the difference.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight.
  • KY.K.MD.1 — Describe measurable attributes (length, height, weight, width, depth) of an object or a set of objects using appropriate vocabulary.
  • HW.K.1 — Print all upper and lowercase letters and numerals.

Louisiana

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Maine

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • R.3.K.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • R.3.K.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.5.K.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).
  • W.3.K.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Maryland

  • PK.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, using words such as “bigger/smaller,” “longer/shorter,” “lighter/heavier,” or “taller/shorter”. . Order up to 3 objects by a measureable attribute (e.g., biggest to smallest)
  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • PK.MD.A.1 — Describe measureable attributes of objects, such as length or weight

Massachusetts

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • RF.K.1.d — Recognize and name all upper- and lowercase letters of the alphabet.
  • PreK-PS1-1(MA) — Raise questions and investigate the differences between liquids and solids and develop awareness that a liquid can become a solid and vice versa.

Michigan

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.5.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).
  • RF.K.1.d — Recognize and name all upper- and lowercase letters of the alphabet.

Minnesota

  • 0.1.1.2.b — Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words: read high-frequency words, in and out of context, demonstrating both accuracy and automaticity.
  • K.3.2.1 — Use words to compare objects according to length, size, weight and position. For example: Use same, lighter, longer, above, between and next to. Another example: Identify objects that are near your desk and objects that are in front of it. Explain why there may be some objects in both groups.
  • 0.1.1.0.b — Demonstrate understanding of the basic features of print: Recognize and name all uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet.
  • 0.2.1.2 — Demonstrate one-to-one letter-sound correspondence.
  • K.3.2.2 — Order 2 or 3 objects using measurable attributes, such as length and weight.

Mississippi

  • K.MD.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/“less of” the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary sound or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Missouri

  • K.GM.A.2 — Compare the measurable attributes of two objects.
  • K.RF.3.A.b — reading high-frequency words
  • K.PS1.A.1 — Make qualitative observations of the physical properties of objects (i.e., size, shape, color, mass).
  • K.RF.3.A.a — producing and writing letter(s) for most short vowel and consonant sounds
  • K.GM.B.4 — Name the days of the week.

Montana

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.5.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Nebraska

  • LA.K.F.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one sound to letter correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • LA.K.F.4.c — Read grade level high-frequency words with automaticity and accuracy (e.g. Fry or Dolch words or those included in instructional materials).
  • LA.K.FW.1.b — Print many upper and lowercase manuscript letters using reference materials and classroom resources.
  • LA.K.V.2.b — With prompting and support, deepen understanding of words by identifying and relating them to their opposites.

Nevada

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.
  • L.K.5.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).

New Hampshire

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

New Jersey

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/“less of” the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing many of the most frequently used sounds of each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read high-frequency and sight words with automaticity.
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

New Mexico

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.
  • L.K.5.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).

New York

  • KRF3a — Demonstrate one-to-one letter-sound correspondence by producing the primary sound or most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • KRF3d — Read common high-frequency words by sight.
  • NY-K.MD.1 — Describe measurable attributes of an object(s), such as length or weight, using appropriate vocabulary.
  • NY-K.MD.2 — Directly compare two objects with a common measurable attribute and describe the difference.
  • KL5b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).

North Carolina

  • NC.K.MD.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has “more of”/“less of” the attribute, and describe the difference.
  • RF.K.4.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary sound or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.4.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight.
  • PS.K.1.1 — Analyze and interpret data to classify objects by physical properties (size, color, shape, texture, weight and flexibility).
  • RF.K.2 — Print upper- and lower-case letters.
  • NC.K.MD.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects; and describe several different measurable attributes of a single object.

North Dakota

  • K.F.12b — Accurately and automatically produce the predictable consonant and short vowel sounds associated with uppercase and lowercase letters in non-sequential order.
  • K.GM.M.1 — Compare and order two objects with a common measurable attribute.
  • K.F.13 — Write uppercase and lowercase letters accurately.
  • K.F.8d — irregularly spelled high-frequency words.
  • K.GM.M.2 — Tell time related to daily life (today, yesterday, tomorrow, morning, afternoon, night).

Ohio

  • K.MD.1 — Identify and describe measurable attributes (length, weight, and height) of a single object using vocabulary terms such as long/short, heavy/light, or tall/short.
  • K.MD.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common to see which object has “more of” or “less of” the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children, and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one grapheme (letter)-sound correspondences by producing the primary sound or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • L.K.5.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their antonyms (opposites).

Oklahoma

  • PK.2.PWS.3 — Students will produce some sounds represented by letters.
  • K.2.F.3 — Students will begin to develop a sight word vocabulary by decoding and reading regularly- and irregularly-spelled words in isolation and context with increasing automaticity.
  • PK.2.PC.6 — Students will begin to write some uppercase and lowercase letters including the majority of the letters in their first name with prompting.
  • PK.8.R — Students will listen and respond to read-alouds, participate in shared reading, and interact independently with texts.
  • PK.4.R.3 — Students will begin to acquire new vocabulary and relate new words to prior knowledge.

Oregon

  • K.GM.C.8 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, and describe which object has “more” or “less” of the attribute.
  • K.RF.3a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • K.RF.3c — Read common grade-appropriate high-frequency words by sight.
  • K.GM.C.7 — Describe several measurable attributes of a single object using measurable terms, such as length or weight.
  • K.L.1a — Print all upper- and lowercase letters.

Pennsylvania

  • CC.1.1.PK.D — Develop beginning phonics and word skills. • Associate some letters with their names and sounds. • Identify familiar words and environmental print.
  • CC.2.4.PreK.A.1 — Describe and compare measurable attributes of length and weight of everyday objects.
  • Different kinds of matter exist and many of them can be either solid or liquid, depending on temperature. Matter can be described and classified by its observable properties.
  • CC.1.1.K.D — Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. • Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondence. • Associate the long and short sounds with common spellings for the five major vowels. • Read grade-level high-frequency sight words with automaticity. • Distinguish between similarly spelled words by identifying the sounds of the letters that differ.
  • CC.2.4.K.A.1 — Describe and compare attributes of length, area, weight, and capacity of everyday objects.

Rhode Island

  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • L.K.2.a — Print upper- and lowercase letters.
  • L.K.5.b — Demonstrate understanding of frequently occurring verbs and adjectives by relating them to their opposites (antonyms).

South Carolina

  • ELA.K.F.3.3 — Produce one-to-one letter-sound correspondences for each consonant with automaticity.
  • ELA.K.F.4.1 — Read high-frequency words commonly found in grade-appropriate text with accuracy and automaticity.
  • K.MDA.2 — Compare objects using words such as shorter/longer, shorter/taller, and lighter/heavier.
  • ELA.K.F.3.1 — Identify, name, and form all upper and lowercase letters with automaticity.
  • K.MDA.1 — Identify measurable attributes (length, weight) of an object.

South Dakota

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • K.RF.3.a — Demonstrate one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary sound for each consonant.
  • K.RF.3.c — Read grade-level appropriate high-frequency words by sight.
  • K.L.1.a — Print all uppercase (capital) and lowercase letters of the alphabet using correct formation.
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of a single object or objects, such as length, weight, or size.

Tennessee

  • K.FL.PWR.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight.
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe the measurable attributes of an object, such as length (long/short), height (tall/short), or weight (heavy/light).
  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to describe which object has more of/less of the attribute. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • K.FL.PA.2 — Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes).
  • K.FL.WC.4.a — Write uppercase and lowercase manuscript letters from memory.
  • K.PS1.2 — Conduct investigations to understand that matter can exist in different states (solid and liquid) and has properties that can be observed and tested.

Texas

  • K.2C — use mathematical concepts to compare two objects with common attributes; and
  • K.5E — identify forms of energy and properties of matter;
  • K.14B — use social studies terminology related to time and chronology correctly, including before, after, next, first, last, yesterday, today, and tomorrow;
  • K.5C — describe the properties of objects in terms of relative size (scale) and relative quantity;

Utah

  • K.MD.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • K.MD.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the length of two pencils and describe one as shorter or longer.
  • K.R.3.a — Demonstrate mastery of all consonant names and sounds using one-to-one letter-sound correspondence (alphabetic principle).
  • K.R.3.e — Read and spell common irregular words.
  • K.W.5 — Legibly write all upper- and lowercase manuscript letters.

Vermont

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Virginia

  • K.FFR.3.B — Identify common letter-sound correspondences.
  • K.MG.1 — The student will reason mathematically by making direct comparisons between two objects or events using the attributes of length, height, weight, volume, and time. Students will demonstrate the following Knowledge and Skills:
  • K.FFR.3.H — Use letter-sound correspondences to read grade-level high frequency words, including decodable and irregular words, with automaticity and accuracy.
  • K.MG.3 — The student will describe the units of time represented in a calendar. Students will demonstrate the following Knowledge and Skills:

Washington

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

Washington, D.C.

  • K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of"/"less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • L.K.1.a — Print many upper- and lowercase letters.

West Virginia

  • ELA.K.II.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • ELA.K.II.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, or does).
  • M.K.15 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight and describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • M.K.16 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of" or "less of" the attribute and describe the difference.
  • ELA.K.III — Print upper- and lowercase letters.

Wisconsin

  • ELA.K.RF.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant.
  • ELA.K.RF.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • M.K.MD.A.2 — Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of" / "less of" the attribute, and describe the difference.
  • M.K.MD.A.1 — Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • ELA.K.RF.1.d — Recognize and name all upper- and lowercase letters of the alphabet.

Wyoming

  • K.MD.F.2 — Make direct comparisons of the length, capacity, weight, and temperature of objects, and recognize which object is shorter/longer, taller, lighter/ heavier, warmer/cooler, and which holds more/less.
  • RF.K.3.a — Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary or many of the most frequent sound for each consonant.
  • RF.K.3.c — Read common high-frequency words by sight (e.g., the, of, to, you, she, my, is, are, do, does).
  • K.MD.F — Describe and compare measurable attributes.
  • RI.K.10 — Actively engage in group reading activities with purpose and understanding.