CurriculumGrade 3English Language Arts

Speaking in Complete Sentences

Aligned to SL.3.6 — Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts.

What this lesson teaches

When you need to explain or add detail, use a full sentence instead of one or two words. It makes your meaning clear.

Worked example

Instead of just saying 'The park,' you say, 'We are going to the park after lunch,' so everyone knows what you mean.

Practice questions

  1. Turn a one-word answer into a complete sentence.
  2. Add detail to a sentence so it is clearer.
  3. Explain why full sentences help listeners understand.

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En español

Hablar con Oraciones Completas

Cuando necesites explicar o agregar un detalle, usa una oración completa en lugar de una o dos palabras. Así tu mensaje queda claro.

Ejemplo: En vez de solo decir 'Al parque', dices: 'Vamos a ir al parque después de comer', para que todos sepan a qué te refieres.

More Speaking & Listening lessons

Collaborative Discussion & ReportingSL.3.1Listening for Main IdeasSL.3.2Asking a Speaker QuestionsSL.3.3Telling About a TopicSL.3.4Recording and Showing Your WorkSL.3.5

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