English Language Arts 7

Read and demonstrate comprehension and interpretation (including thoughtful and critical response to content and craft) of grade-appropriate texts including traditional and contemporary prose fiction, poetry, and plays from First Nations, Métis, and other cultures.

Indicators for this outcome

(a)	Display active reading behaviours (e.g., reading with purpose in mind; making, confirming, correcting predictions; matching reading rate to purpose and difficulty of text; rereading to clarify understanding).
(b)	Read and demonstrate comprehension and interpretation of a range of literary and information texts including short stories, novels, poetry, instructional materials, non-fiction books, articles, and reports.
(c)	Read to complete inquiry/research using online resources, reference books, periodicals, and pamphlets. Cite sources of information.
(d)	Read orally and silently Grade 7 appropriate texts for enjoyment and to increase fluency and expression.
(e)	Read independently for a sustained period.
(f)	Summarize major ideas presented in printed texts.
(g)	Recognize author's overall organization of ideas.
(h)	Recognize the author's use of language (formal, informal, colloquial) and significant elements and techniques and how they interact to create effects.
(i)	Recognize author's point of view and reason for choosing it.
(j)	Evaluate the effectiveness of a range of written texts.
(k)	Reflect on and support personal and critical response with reference to text.

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Resources

R100456

Turtle Island Voices Grade 7

This set contains 4 different anthologies, a teacher guide and a CD-ROM. The four anthologies are titled: Action!, Marvellous Machines, Protecting the Planet and There For You. Each anthology contains a variety of genres that include traditional stories, graphic stories, poems, and multiple types of informational texts representing Indigenous geographical areas across Canada. The concepts of interconnectedness, respect for life, and a better future for all living beings are underpinnings of the selections. A CD-ROM is also available that contains digital version of each title that can be projected or used with interactive whiteboards.

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Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022

R046940

Missing Nimâmâ

Kateri is a young girl, growing up in the care of her grandmother in her mother’s absence. She reaches important milestones such as her first day of school, first dance, first date, wedding and first child, all in the presence of her mother’s spirit. Told in alternating voices, this illustrated book is a story of love, loss, and acceptance, showing the human side of the tragedy of missing and murdered Indigenous women. An afterword by the author provides a simple, age-appropriate context for young readers.

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Media and Formats : Book

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Record posted/updated: September 13, 2023