South Dakota ELA 7.RL.10.b
The Standard
- 7.RL.10
- By the end of the year, independently read and comprehend literary texts representing a variety of genres, cultures, and perspectives that exhibit complexity appropriate for at least grade 7.
Self-select texts for personal enjoyment, interest, and academic tasks.
South Dakota English Language Arts Standards (2025)
Teacher's field guide
What This Standard Means
What Students Need to Do
- Students choose reading that fits their interests or a class task. They check the blurb or first page before deciding.
What Mastery Looks Like
- A student can pick a book for fun and another for a class assignment. They can explain why each choice fits and choose again if a book is not a good match.
Common Misconceptions
- Students may choose by cover or length without checking the content. They may think they must finish a book even when it does not fit their purpose.
How to Assess It
- Exit ticket: Name one book you would read for fun and one you would use for a character study. Give one reason for each choice.
Lesson moves
Ways to Teach It
Set out six books; students read the blurbs and first pages, then pick one for free reading and write why.
Ask partners, 'Would you pick the same book for weekend reading and a character study? Why or why not?'
Play book match: give pairs three reading goals and six book blurbs, then have them match books to goals.
Have students search a public library catalog for a novel about friendship and explain how its summary fits a class project.
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