Grammar

write simple but complete sentences;
correctly form the plural of single-syllable words (e.g., ball/balls, dog/dogs);
Punctuation

use a period at the end of a statement;
use a comma after a salutation in a letter or note (e.g., Dear Mom,);
Spelling

correctly spell words identified by the teacher (on charts/lists posted in the room and on individual word lists);
use phonics to spell unfamiliar words;
use capitals to begin sentences and to differentiate certain words (the pronoun I, names, days of the week, and months);
Word Use and Vocabulary Building

use words from their oral vocabulary as well as less familiar words from class- displayed word lists;
Visual Presentation

print legibly (capitals and small letters);
leave spaces between words