Number
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Level
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Looks Like
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1
|
Experimenting
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- Writes letters in strings
- Imitates word patterns
- Pictures stand for words and phrases
- Copies environmental print
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2
|
Emerging
|
- Recognizable words
- Environmental words used correctly
- Attempts at phrases
- Treatment of topic is predictable
- Functional language
|
3
|
Developing
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- General or ordinary words
- Attempts new words but they don't always fit
- Settles for the word or phrase that "will do"
- Big words used only to impress reader
- Relies on slang, cliches, or repetition
|
4
|
Capable
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- Uses favorite words correctly
- Experiments with new and different words with some success
- Tries to choose words for specificity
- Attempts to use descriptive words to create images
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5
|
Experienced
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- Everday words used well
- Precise, accurate, fresh, original words
- Creates vivid images in a natural way
- Avoids repetition, chiches or vague language
- Attempts at figurative language
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6
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