CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1b
The Standard
Build on others' talk in conversations by linking their comments to the remarks of others.
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts
What This Standard Means
Students need to listen closely during a group conversation and connect what they say to what someone else already said. They should name the speaker or idea, then add on, agree, disagree politely, or give an example that fits.
Mastery sounds like, “I agree with Maya because…” or “That connects to what Leo said about…” Students do not just wait for their turn. They track ideas across speakers. Many second graders get stuck repeating their own thought, changing the topic, or saying “I agree” without explaining the link.
Ways to Teach It
- Use a talking stick and sentence stem cards so students must start with “I want to add to what ___ said…” before speaking.
- Ask partners to discuss, “Which character made the best choice, and how does your idea connect to your partner’s?”
- During a read-aloud discussion, tally each student who links their comment to a named classmate’s idea.
- Connect to playground problem solving by practicing how to add on to a friend’s suggestion during a class meeting.
Plan a Lesson for CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1b
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Related Standards
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.5.1c
Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.1.1b
Build on others' talk in conversations by responding to the comments of others through multiple exchanges.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.3.1c
Ask questions to check understanding of information presented, stay on topic, and link their comments to the remarks of others.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.4.1c
Pose and respond to specific questions to clarify or follow up on information, and make comments that contribute to the discussion and link to the remarks of ot...