Language Arts 9 Curriculum Map

Language
Arts 9 Curriculum Map

Module LO # Lesson Title Objective(s) Common Core State Standard(s)
1.1 Reading Literary Text Review narrative reading skills. RL.9‐10.10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend

literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades
Review basic literary elements. 9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as
needed at the high end of the range.

RI.9‐10.10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend
literary nonfiction in the grades 9–10 text complexity band
proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the
range.
1.2 Reading Figures of Speech Identify figurative language. RI.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they

are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and
The Basics of Story
technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific
word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a
court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).

L.9‐10.5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language,
word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
1.3 Summarizing Stories Summarize basic story elements. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

analyze in detail its development over the course of the text,
including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific
details; provide an objective summary of the text.
1.4 Reading Informational Text Identify informational text. RI.9‐10.10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend

Identify text structures. literary nonfiction in the grades 9–10 text complexity band
proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the
range.

RI.9‐10.5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are
Language Arts 9 Curriculum Map

developed and refined by particular sentences, paragraphs, or
larger portions of a text (e.g., a section or chapter).
1.5 Reading Past the Facts Make inferences. RL.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

Draw conclusions. analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences
drawn from the text.
1.6 Writing Narrative Identify the elements of narrative. W.9‐10.3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined

experiences or events using effective technique, well‐chosen
details, and well‐structured event sequences.

W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a
problem, situation, or observation, establishing one or multiple
point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters;
create a smooth progression of experiences or events.
1.7 Building a Story Identify narrative techniques. W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a


W.9‐10.3.2 Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing,
description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop
experiences, events, and/or characters.
1.8 Telling a Better Story Identify narrative progression. W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a


W.9‐10.3.2 Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing,
description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop

experiences, events, and/or characters.
1.9 Using Context Clues Use context clues to determine L.9‐10.4.1 Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence,

meaning. paragraph, or text; a word’s position or function in a sentence)
as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.

L.9‐10.4.4 Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning
of a word or phrase
1.10 Discussing Literature Identify rules for collaborative SL.9‐10.1. Initiate and participate effectively in a range of

discussions. collaborative discussions (one‐on‐one, in groups, and teacher‐
led) with diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and
issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own
clearly and persuasively.

SL.9‐10.1.2 Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions
and decision‐making (e.g., informal consensus, taking votes on
key issues, presentation of alternate views), clear goals and
deadlines, and individual roles as needed.


2.1 Finding Theme Identify theme in a story or poem. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

2.2 The Evidence Identify textual evidence for a RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

theme. analyze in detail its development over the course of the text,
Evidence and Explanation
2.3 Summarizing Theme Write a theme‐based summary. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

2.4 Finding Main Ideas Determine the main idea of a RI.9‐10.2. Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its

passage. development over the course of the text, including how it
emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide
an objective summary of the text.
2.5 The Evidence for Ideas Identify textual evidence for a main RI.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

idea. analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences

RI.9‐10.3. Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series
of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are
made, how they are introduced and developed, and the
connections that are drawn between them.

2.6 Summarizing Information Summarize the information in an RI.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

article or chapter. analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences

RI.9‐10.3. Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series
of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are
made, how they are introduced and developed, and the
connections that are drawn between them.
2.7 Explaining Information Select topics/details for explanatory W.9‐10.2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and

text. convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and
accurately through the effective selection, organization, and
analysis of content.

W.9‐10.2.1 Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas,
concepts, and information to make important connections and
distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g.,
figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.
2.8 Supporting Explanations Identify facts and details that are W.9‐10.2.2 Develop the topic with well‐chosen, relevant, and

relevant to a topic. sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details,
Determine sufficient detail to quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to
support a topic. the audience’s knowledge of the topic.
2.9 Patterns of Change Use patterns of word change to L.9‐10.4.2 Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes

determine meaning. that indicate different meanings or parts of speech
(e.g., analyze, analysis, analytical; advocate, advocacy).

2.10 Planning a Good Prepare for a collaborative SL.9‐10.1.1 Come to discussions prepared, having read and

Discussion discussion. researched material under study; explicitly draw on that
Pose and respond to questions preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other
during a collaborative discussion. research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well‐
reasoned exchange of ideas.

SL.9‐10.1.3 Propel conversations by posing and responding to
questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes
or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion;
and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions.


3.1 Analyzing Theme Analyze theme in a literary work. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

3.2 The Words They Chose Analyze word choice related to RL.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as

theme. they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative
Distinguish between connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word
and denotative meanings and their choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a
effects sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).
How Words Add Up
3.3 Figures of Speech and Identify figures of speech in text. RL.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as

Theme Analyze figurative language related they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative
to theme meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word
choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a
sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).

L.9‐10.5.1 Interpret figures of speech (e.g., euphemism,
oxymoron) in context and analyze their role in the text.
3.4 Analyzing Figures of Analyze role or effect of figures of RL.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as

Speech speech. they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative
meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word
choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a
sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).

L.9‐10.5.1 Interpret figures of speech (e.g., euphemism,
oxymoron) in context and analyze their role in the text.

3.5 Identifying Tone Identify the tone of an RI.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they

informational article. are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and
3.6 Analyzing Tone Analyze the effects of word choice RI.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they

on tone. are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and
3.7 Planning Fiction Engage and orient readers in a W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a

narrative. problem, situation, or observation, establishing one or multiple
3.8 Drafting Fiction Draft a narrative essay or story. W.9‐10.3.4 Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and

sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences,
events, setting, and/or characters.
3.9 Revising Fiction Use precise words and sensory W.9‐10.3.4 Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and

language to improve a narrative. sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences,

3.10 Conducting a Peer Review Identify the rules typically used to SL.9‐10.1. Initiate and participate effectively in a range of

conduct a peer review. collaborative discussions (one‐on‐one, in groups, and teacher‐
led) with diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and
issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own
clearly and persuasively.

SL.9‐10.1.1 Come to discussions prepared, having read and
researched material under study; explicitly draw on that
preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other
research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well‐
reasoned exchange of ideas.

SL.9‐10.1.4 Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives,
summarize points of agreement and disagreement, and, when
warranted, qualify or justify their own views and understanding
and make new connections in light of the evidence and
reasoning presented.


4.1 Analyzing Characters Distinguish between flat and round RL.9‐10.3. Analyze how complex characters (e.g., those with

characters. multiple or conflicting motivations) develop over the course of
Analyze complex (round) a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or
characters. develop the theme.
4.2 The Narrator's Point of Identify the point of view of a short W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a

View story. problem, situation, or observation, establishing one or multiple

RL.9‐10.6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural
experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the
United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature.
Points of View
4.3 Analyzing Point of View Analyze a short story's point of RL.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

view. analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences

RL.9‐10.6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural
4.4 The Author's Point of View Identify the author's point of view RI.9‐10.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a

in informational text or nonfiction. text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that
point of view or purpose.
4.5 Identifying the Author's Identify the author's purpose in RI.9‐10.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a

Purpose informational text or nonfiction. text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that

4.6 Informative Topics Identify informative/explanatory W.9‐10.2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and

texts and topics. convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and
Select a topic of an accurately through the effective selection, organization, and
informative/explanatory report. analysis of content.
4.7 Writing Information Describe elements and structure(s) W.9‐10.2.1 Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas,

of informative/ explanatory text. concepts, and information to make important connections and
Select and apply elements and a distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g.,
structure to write an figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding
informative/explanatory report. comprehension.
4.8 Informative Vocabulary Use reference materials to clarify L.9‐10.4.3 Consult general and specialized reference materials

word meaning. (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and
digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or
clarify its precise meaning, its part of speech, or its etymology.
4.9 Presenting Ideas Logically Present information clearly and SL.9‐10.4. Present information, findings, and supporting

concisely in a speech or oral evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can
presentation. follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development,
substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and
task.
4.10 Presenting with Clarity Select a logical order for presenting SL.9‐10.4. Present information, findings, and supporting

information in a speech or oral evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can
presentation. follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development,
task.

5.1 Purpose in Literature Identify the author's purpose in a RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

work of literature. analyze in detail its development over the course of the text,
5.2 Analyzing Purpose Analyze the author's purpose in a RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

work of literature. analyze in detail its development over the course of the text,
Purpose and Argument
5.3 Comparing Themes Compare themes across literary RL.9‐10.7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key

forms, including fiction and scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is
nonfiction. emphasized or absent in each treatment (e.g., Auden’s “Musée
des Beaux Arts” and Breughel’s Landscape with the Fall of
Icarus).
5.4 Universal Themes Identify universal themes that occur RL.9‐10.7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key

in various forms of literature. scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is
emphasized or absent in each treatment (e.g., Auden’s “Musée
Icarus).
5.5 Describing Arguments Identify the parts of an argument. RI.9‐10.5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are

Analyze how an argument is developed and refined by particular sentences, paragraphs, or
developed. larger portions of a text (e.g., a section or chapter).

RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific
claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and
the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements

and fallacious reasoning.
5.6 Analyzing Arguments Analyze how the argument in an RI.9‐10.5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are

informational article is developed. developed and refined by particular sentences, paragraphs, or

RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific
claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and
5.7 Planning an Argument Plan an argument to support a W.9‐10.1.1. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s)

claim. from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization
that establishes clear relationships among claim(s),
counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.

W.9‐10.1.2 Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying
evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and
limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s
knowledge level and concerns.

W.9‐10.1.5 Provide a concluding statement or section that
follows from and supports the argument presented.
5.8 Writing Arguments Identify aspects of argumentative W.9‐10.1.1. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s)

writing. from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization
Develop a written argument. that establishes clear relationships among claim(s),

W.9‐10.10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time
for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames a

range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
5.9 Creating Flow Vary sentence structure for clarity L.9‐10.1.2 Use various types of phrases (noun, verb, adjectival,

and flow. adverbial, participial, prepositional, absolute) and clauses
(independent, dependent; noun, relative, adverbial) to convey
specific meanings and add variety and interest to writing or
presentations.
5.10 Integrating Information in Integrate multiple sources of SL.9‐10.2. Integrate multiple sources of information presented

a Presentation information into an oral in diverse media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally)
presentation. evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source.


6.1 Analyzing Story Structure Analyze how a short story is RL.9‐10.5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to

organized. structure a text, order events within it (e.g., parallel plots), and
manipulate time (e.g., pacing, flashbacks) create such effects as
mystery, tension, or surprise.
6.2 Building Suspense Identify methods for creating RL.9‐10.5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to

suspense. structure a text, order events within it (e.g., parallel plots), and
Analyze a story's use of suspense. manipulate time (e.g., pacing, flashbacks) create such effects as
The Hunt for Knowledge
6.3 Analyzing Suspense Describe how a specific short story RL.9‐10.5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to

uses suspense to achieve its structure a text, order events within it (e.g., parallel plots), and
purpose. manipulate time (e.g., pacing, flashbacks) create such effects as

W.9‐10.9.1 Apply grades 9–10 Reading standards to literature
(e.g., “Analyze how an author draws on and transforms source
material in a specific work [e.g., how Shakespeare treats a
theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author
draws on a play by Shakespeare]”).
6.4 Analyzing Information Identify text structures often used RI.9‐10.3. Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series

in informational text. of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are
Analyze the organization of an made, how they are introduced and developed, and the
informational text. connections that are drawn between them.

RI.9‐10.5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are
developed and refined by particular sentences, paragraphs, or

6.5 The Process of Research Identify steps for conducting W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

research. projects to answer a question (including a self‐generated
question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry
when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject,
demonstrating understanding of the subject under
investigation.
6.6 Finding a Research Topic Apply a sound and effective process W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

for choosing a research topic. projects to answer a question (including a self‐generated
investigation.
6.7 Strategies for Research Identify strategies for researching W.9‐10.2.2 Develop the topic with well‐chosen, relevant, and

topics. sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details,
quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to
the audience’s knowledge of the topic.

W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research
projects to answer a question (including a self‐generated
investigation.
6.8 Planning a Research Create a plan for researching a W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

Project specific topic. projects to answer a question (including a self‐generated

investigation.
6.9 Slightly Different Words Identify nuances of meaning in L.9‐10.5.2 Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with

words with similar denotations. similar denotations.
6.10 Providing Feedback Provide feedback on a peer's work. SL.9‐10.1.3 Propel conversations by posing and responding to

questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes
or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion;
and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions.

SL.9‐10.1.4 Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives,
summarize points of agreement and disagreement, and, when


7.1 Comparing Literature Compare themes that appear in the RL.9‐10.6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural

literature of multiple cultures. experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the
7.2 A World of Literature Define and read world literature. RL.9‐10.6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural

7.3 Analyzing World Literature Analyze aspects of world literature. RL.9‐10.6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural

The Literary Domain
7.4 Same Story, Different Compare and contrast two accounts RI.9‐10.7. Analyze various accounts of a subject told in different

Media of the same event, delivered in mediums (e.g., a person’s life story in both print and
different forms of mass media. multimedia), determining which details are emphasized in each
account.
7.5 Comparing Media Write a statement that makes a W.9‐10.1.1. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s)

comparative claim. from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization


7.6 Claiming a Comparison Write a comparative claim about W.9‐10.1.1. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s)

two literary works. from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization

7.7 Supporting a Claim Draw evidence from texts to W.9‐10.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to

support analysis. support analysis, reflection, and research.
7.8 Academic Vocabulary Develop and use general academic L.9‐10.6. Acquire and use accurately general academic and

vocabulary. domain‐specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading,
writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career
readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering
vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase
important to comprehension or expression.
7.9 Academic Domains Develop and use domain‐specific W.9‐10.2.4 Use precise language and domain‐specific

academic vocabulary. vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic.

L.9‐10.6. Acquire and use accurately general academic and
domain‐specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading,
writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career
readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering
vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase
important to comprehension or expression.

7.10 Perspectives on Art Respond thoughtfully to diverse SL.9‐10.1.4 Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives,

perspectives on art and literature. summarize points of agreement and disagreement, and, when


8.1 Analyzing Narrative Poetry Analyze a narrative poem. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and


RL.9‐10.10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend
9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as
Art and Analysis
8.2 Analyzing Lyric Poetry Analyze a lyric poem. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and



8.3 Analyzing Novels Analyze a longer literary work. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and


RL.9‐10.3. Analyze how complex characters (e.g., those with
multiple or conflicting motivations) develop over the course of
a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or
develop the theme.
8.4 Analyzing Memoirs Analyze a nonfiction story, such as a RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

memoir or autobiography. analyze in detail its development over the course of the text,

8.5 Summarizing Arguments Describe the argument in an RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific

informational article or nonfiction claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and
essay. the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements
8.6 Evaluating Credibility Evaluate the credibility of an RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific

argument. claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and

8.7 Literary Analysis Write a claim that can be used as W.9‐10.1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of

the basis for an analytical essay substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant
about a work of literature. and sufficient evidence.
8.8 Supporting Analysis Write an essay analyzing a piece of RL.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

literature. analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences
W.9‐10.1.3 Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major
sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the
relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons
and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims.
8.9 Using Semicolons Use a semicolon to link two clauses. L.9‐10.2.1 Use a semicolon (and perhaps a conjunctive adverb)

to link two or more closely related independent clauses.
8.10 Evaluating Oral Arguments Evaluate a speaker's argument SL.9‐10.3. Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and

use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious
reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.


9.1 Literature and Persuasion Compare the presentation of ideas RI.9‐10.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a

in literature to the presentation text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that
ideas in persuasive writing. point of view or purpose.
9.2 Comparing Persuasion Compare persuasion in literature to RI.9‐10.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a

more directly persuasive writing. text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that
9.3 Analyzing Across Media Analyze the representation of a RL.9‐10.7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key

Forms literary work in different mediums. scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is
The Art of Persuasion
emphasized or absent in each treatment (e.g., Auden’s “Musée
Icarus).
9.4 Evaluating Reasoning Evaluate the evidence in an RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific

argument. claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and
9.5 Evaluating Persuasion Identify the persuasive techniques RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific

used in a piece of informational claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and
text. the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements
Evaluate a text's use of persuasive
techniques.


9.6 Writing Reflection Identify features and factors to W.9‐10.3.2 Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing,

consider when writing a personal description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop
narrative or reflective essay. experiences, events, and/or characters.
9.7 Drafting a Reflective Draft a reflective narrative. W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a

Narrative problem, situation, or observation, establishing one or multiple
9.8 Revising Reflection Revise a reflective narrative, adding W.9‐10.3.2 Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing,

more sensory details and more description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop
precise language. experiences, events, and/or characters.

W.9‐10.3.3 Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so
that they build on one another to create a coherent whole.

W.9‐10.3.4 Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and
sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences,

W.9‐10.3.5 Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects
on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course
of the narrative.

for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames
(a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes,
and audiences.

9.9 Standard Written English Apply conventions of standard W.9‐10.1.4 Establish and maintain a formal style and objective

written English. tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the
discipline in which they are writing.

L.9‐10.1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of
standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

L.9‐10.2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of
standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when
writing.

L.9‐10.2.3 Spell correctly.
9.10 Speech in Context Adapt speech to a variety of SL.9‐10.6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks,

contexts and tasks. demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or
appropriate.

L.9‐10.3. Apply knowledge of language to understand how
language functions in different contexts, to make effective
choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully
when reading or listening.


10.1 Sourcing Fiction Describe how authors of literature RL.9‐10.9. Analyze how an author draws on and transforms

use source material. source material in a specific work (e.g., how Shakespeare treats
a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author
draws on a play by Shakespeare).
10.2 Analyzing Historical Fiction Analyze the role of source material RL.9‐10.9. Analyze how an author draws on and transforms

in historical fiction. source material in a specific work (e.g., how Shakespeare treats
a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author
draws on a play by Shakespeare).
Reading History
10.3 History as Documents Identify the attributes and features RI.9‐10.9. Analyze seminal U.S. documents of historical and

of primary and secondary sources. literary significance (e.g., Washington’s Farewell Address, the
Gettysburg Address, Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms speech, King’s
“Letter from Birmingham Jail”), including how they address
related themes and concepts.
10.4 Analyzing Historical Analyze documents that were RI.9‐10.9. Analyze seminal U.S. documents of historical and

Documents created to share information or literary significance (e.g., Washington’s Farewell Address, the
insight about a historical event. Gettysburg Address, Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms speech, King’s
“Letter from Birmingham Jail”), including how they address
related themes and concepts.

W.9‐10.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to
support analysis, reflection, and research.

10.5 Stages of Research Identify a process for writing a W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

research report. projects to answer a question (including a self‐generated
investigation.
10.6 Planning Your Research Generate a plan for answering a W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

single research question. projects to answer a question (including a self‐generated
investigation.

for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames
(a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes,
and audiences.
10.7 Gathering Sources Select sources that will help answer W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

a research question. authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches
effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering
the research question; integrate information into the text
selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism
and following a standard format for citation.
10.8 Varying Sentences Vary sentence structure using types L.9‐10.1.2 Use various types of phrases (noun, verb, adjectival,

of phrases and clauses. adverbial, participial, prepositional, absolute) and clauses
(independent, dependent; noun, relative, adverbial) to convey
specific meanings and add variety and interest to writing or
presentations.

10.9 Using Colons with Direct Punctuate sentences containing L.9‐10.2.2 Use a colon to introduce a list or quotation.

Quotes direct quotes.
10.10 Integrating Formats Integrate multiple formats for SL.9‐10.5. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual,

sharing information into one graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in
presentation. presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning,
and evidence and to add interest.

W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple
authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches


11.1 Evaluating Forms Evaluate literature. RL.9‐10.10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend

RL.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support
11.2 Evaluating a Literary Work Evaluate the success of a literary analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences
work. drawn from the text.
11.3 Evaluating Sources Evaluate sources of information for RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific

a research project or report. claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and
Beyond Analysis

the research question.
11.4 Choosing Your Sources Select useful and relevant sources RI.9‐10.8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific

of information for a specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and
purpose. the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements


11.5 Taking Notes Take notes for the purpose of a W.9‐10.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to

research project. support analysis, reflection, and research.
11.6 Recording Source Identify source information to W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

Information record during the research process. authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches
11.7 Taking Sides Write a claim basis on research W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

results. authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches
11.8 Building Your Case Support a claim based on research. W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

11.9 Organizing Your Research Organize ideas and information for W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

Report a research report. authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches

11.10 Organizing an Oral Report Organize information for an oral SL.9‐10.4. Present information, findings, and supporting

report. evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can
follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development,
task.

SL.9‐10.5. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual,
graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in
presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning,

12.1 Integrating Sources Draft a research report that W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

incorporates information from authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches
multiple sources. effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering
Your Share of Knowledge
12.2 Using Direct Quotes Use direct quotes to improve a W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

research report. authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches

W.9‐10.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to
support analysis, reflection, and research.

L.9‐10.2.2 Use a colon to introduce a list or quotation.

12.3 Using Style Manuals Edit writing according to a style L.9‐10.3.1 Write and edit work so that it conforms to the

manual. guidelines in a style manual appropriate for the discipline and
writing type.
12.4 Citing Sources Cite sources for a research report. W.9‐10.8. Gather relevant information from multiple

12.5 The Multi‐ in Multimedia Make strategic use of digital media SL.9‐10.5. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual,

in presentations. graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in
12.6 Presenting Multimedia Create a storyboard for a SL.9‐10.5. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual,

multimedia presentation. graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in
SL.9‐10.4. Present information, findings, and supporting
evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can
follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development,
task.

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1.1 Reading Literary Text Review narrative reading skills. RL.9‐10.10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend

1.2 Reading Figures of Speech Identify figurative language. RI.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they

1.3 Summarizing Stories Summarize basic story elements. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

1.4 Reading Informational Text Identify informational text. RI.9‐10.10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend

1.5 Reading Past the Facts Make inferences. RL.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

1.6 Writing Narrative Identify the elements of narrative. W.9‐10.3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined

1.7 Building a Story Identify narrative techniques. W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a

1.8 Telling a Better Story Identify narrative progression. W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a

1.9 Using Context Clues Use context clues to determine L.9‐10.4.1 Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence,

1.10 Discussing Literature Identify rules for collaborative SL.9‐10.1. Initiate and participate effectively in a range of

2.1 Finding Theme Identify theme in a story or poem. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

2.2 The Evidence Identify textual evidence for a RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

2.3 Summarizing Theme Write a theme‐based summary. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

2.4 Finding Main Ideas Determine the main idea of a RI.9‐10.2. Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its

2.5 The Evidence for Ideas Identify textual evidence for a main RI.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

2.6 Summarizing Information Summarize the information in an RI.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

2.7 Explaining Information Select topics/details for explanatory W.9‐10.2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and

2.8 Supporting Explanations Identify facts and details that are W.9‐10.2.2 Develop the topic with well‐chosen, relevant, and

2.9 Patterns of Change Use patterns of word change to L.9‐10.4.2 Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes

2.10 Planning a Good Prepare for a collaborative SL.9‐10.1.1 Come to discussions prepared, having read and

3.1 Analyzing Theme Analyze theme in a literary work. RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

3.2 The Words They Chose Analyze word choice related to RL.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as

3.3 Figures of Speech and Identify figures of speech in text. RL.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as

3.4 Analyzing Figures of Analyze role or effect of figures of RL.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as

3.5 Identifying Tone Identify the tone of an RI.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they

3.6 Analyzing Tone Analyze the effects of word choice RI.9‐10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they

3.7 Planning Fiction Engage and orient readers in a W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a

3.8 Drafting Fiction Draft a narrative essay or story. W.9‐10.3.4 Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and

3.9 Revising Fiction Use precise words and sensory W.9‐10.3.4 Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and

3.10 Conducting a Peer Review Identify the rules typically used to SL.9‐10.1. Initiate and participate effectively in a range of

4.1 Analyzing Characters Distinguish between flat and round RL.9‐10.3. Analyze how complex characters (e.g., those with

4.2 The Narrator's Point of Identify the point of view of a short W.9‐10.3.1 Engage and orient the reader by setting out a

4.3 Analyzing Point of View Analyze a short story's point of RL.9‐10.1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support

4.4 The Author's Point of View Identify the author's point of view RI.9‐10.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a

4.5 Identifying the Author's Identify the author's purpose in RI.9‐10.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a

4.6 Informative Topics Identify informative/explanatory W.9‐10.2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and

4.7 Writing Information Describe elements and structure(s) W.9‐10.2.1 Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas,

4.8 Informative Vocabulary Use reference materials to clarify L.9‐10.4.3 Consult general and specialized reference materials

4.9 Presenting Ideas Logically Present information clearly and SL.9‐10.4. Present information, findings, and supporting

4.10 Presenting with Clarity Select a logical order for presenting SL.9‐10.4. Present information, findings, and supporting

5.1 Purpose in Literature Identify the author's purpose in a RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

5.2 Analyzing Purpose Analyze the author's purpose in a RL.9‐10.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and

5.3 Comparing Themes Compare themes across literary RL.9‐10.7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key

5.4 Universal Themes Identify universal themes that occur RL.9‐10.7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key

5.5 Describing Arguments Identify the parts of an argument. RI.9‐10.5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are

5.6 Analyzing Arguments Analyze how the argument in an RI.9‐10.5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are

5.7 Planning an Argument Plan an argument to support a W.9‐10.1.1. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s)

5.8 Writing Arguments Identify aspects of argumentative W.9‐10.1.1. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s)

5.9 Creating Flow Vary sentence structure for clarity L.9‐10.1.2 Use various types of phrases (noun, verb, adjectival,

5.10 Integrating Information in Integrate multiple sources of SL.9‐10.2. Integrate multiple sources of information presented

6.1 Analyzing Story Structure Analyze how a short story is RL.9‐10.5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to

6.2 Building Suspense Identify methods for creating RL.9‐10.5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to

6.3 Analyzing Suspense Describe how a specific short story RL.9‐10.5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to

6.4 Analyzing Information Identify text structures often used RI.9‐10.3. Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series

6.5 The Process of Research Identify steps for conducting W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

6.6 Finding a Research Topic Apply a sound and effective process W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

6.7 Strategies for Research Identify strategies for researching W.9‐10.2.2 Develop the topic with well‐chosen, relevant, and

6.8 Planning a Research Create a plan for researching a W.9‐10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research

6.9 Slightly Different Words Identify nuances of meaning in L.9‐10.5.2 Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with

6.10 Providing Feedback Provide feedback on a peer's work. SL.9‐10.1.3 Propel conversations by posing and responding to

7.1 Comparing Literature Compare themes that appear in the RL.9‐10.6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural