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State Goal: 1. Read with Understanding and Fluency in Their Environment.

• 1.A.ECa. Understand that pictures and symbols have meaning and that print carries a message.
• 1.A.ECb. Understand that reading progresses from left to right and top to bottom.
• 1.A.ECc. Identify labels and signs in the environment.
• 1.A.ECd. Identify some letters, including those in own name.
• 1.A.ECe. Make some letter-sound matches.
• 1.B.ECa. Predict what will happen next using pictures and content for guides.
• 1.B.ECb. Begin to develop phonological awareness by participating in rhyming activities.
• 1.B.ECc. Recognize separable and repeating sounds in spoken language.
• 1.C.ECa. Retell information from a story.
• 1.C.ECb. Respond to simple questions about reading material.
• 1.C.ECc. Demonstrate understanding of literal meaning of stories by making comments.

State Goal: 2. Read and Understand Literature Representative of Various Societies, Eras, and Ideas.

• 2.A.EC. Understand that different text forms, such as magazines, notes, lists, letters, and story books, are used for different purposes.
• 2.B.EC. Show independent interest in reading-related activities.

State Goal: 3. Write to Communicate for a Variety of Purposes.

• 3.A.EC. Use scribbles, approximations of letters, or known letters to represent written language.
• 3.B.EC. Dictate stories and experiences.
• 3.C.EC. Use drawing and writing skills to convey meaning and information.

State Goal: 4. Listen and Speak Effectively in Formal and Informal Situations.

• 4.A.EC. Listen with understanding and respond to directions and conversations.
• 4.B.EC. Communicate needs, ideas and thoughts.

State Goal: 5. Use the Language Arts to Acquire, Assess and Communicate Information.

• 5.A.EC. Seek answers to questions through active exploration.
• 5.B.EC. Relate prior knowledge to new information.
• 5.C.EC. Communicate information with others.

State Goal: 6. Demonstrate and Apply a Knowledge and Sense of Numbers, Including Numeration and Operations (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division), Patterns, Ratios and Proportions.

• 6.A.ECa. Use concepts that include number recognition, counting and one-to-one correspondence.
• 6.A.ECb. Count with understanding and recognize 'how many' in sets of objects.
• 6.B.EC. Solve simple mathematical problems.
• 6.C.ECa. Explore quantity and number.
• 6.C.ECb. Connect numbers to quantities they represent using physical models and representations.
• 6.D.EC. Make comparisons of quantities.

State Goal: 7. Estimate, Make and Use Measurements or Objects, Quantities and Relationships and Determine Acceptable Levels of Accuracy.

• 7.A.ECa. Demonstrate a beginning understanding of measurement using non-standard units and measurement words.
• 7.A.ECb. Construct a sense of time through participation in daily activities.
• 7.B.EC. Show understanding of and use comparative words.
• 7.C.EC. Incorporate estimating and measuring activities into play.

State Goal: 8. Use Algebraic and Analytical Methods to Identify and Describe Patterns and Relationships in Data, Solve Problems, and Predict Results.

• 8.A.EC. Sort and classify objects by a variety of properties.
• 8.B.ECa. Recognize, duplicate and extend simple patterns, such as sequences of sounds, shapes and colors.
• 8.B.ECb. Begin to order objects in series or rows.
• 8.C.EC. Participate in situations that involve addition and subtraction using manipulatives.
• 8.D.EC. Describe qualitative change, such as measuring to see who is growing taller.

State Goal: 9. Use Geometric Methods to Analyze, Categorize, and Draw Conclusions About Points, Lines, Planes and Space.

• 9.A.EC. Recognize geometric shapes and structures in the environment.
• 9.B.EC. Find and name locations with simple words, such as 'near'.

State Goal: 10. Collect, Organize and Analyze Data Using Statistical Methods -- Predict Results -- and Interpret Uncertainty-Using Concepts of Probability.

• 10.A.ECa. Represent data using concrete objects, pictures, and graphs.
• 10.A.ECb. Make predictions about what will happen next.
• 10.B.EC. Gather data about themselves and their surroundings.

State Goal: 11. Understand the Process of Scientific Inquiry and Technological Design to Investigate Questions, Conduct Experiments and Solve Problems.

• 11.A.ECa. Use senses to explore and observe materials and natural phenomena.
• 11.A.ECb. Collect, describe and record information.
• 11.B.ECa. Use scientific tools such as thermometers, balance scales and magnifying glasses for investigation.
• 11.B.ECb. Become familiar with the use of devices incorporating technology.

State Goal: 12. Understand the Fundamental Concepts, Principles and Interconnections of the Life, Physical and Earth/Space Sciences.

• 12.A.ECa. Investigate and categorize living things in the environment.
• 12.A.ECb. Show an awareness of changes that occur in themselves and their environment.
• 12.B.EC. Describe and compare basic needs of living things.
• 12.C.EC. Make comparisons among objects that have been observed.
• 12.D.EC. Describe the effects of forces in nature (e.g. wind, gravity and magnetism).
• 12.E.ECa. Use common weather-related vocabulary (e.g. rainy, snowy, sunny, windy).
• 12.E.ECb. Participate in recycling in their environment.
• 12.F.EC. Identify basic concepts associated with night/day and seasons.

State Goal: 13. Understand the Relationship Among Science, Technology and Society in Historical and Contemporary Contexts.

• 13.A.EC. Begin to understand basic safety practices.
• 13.B.ECa. Express wonder and ask questions about their world.
• 13.B.ECb. Begin to be aware of technology and how it affects their lives.

State Goal: 14. Understand Political Systems, with an Emphasis on the United States.

• 14.A.EC. Recognize the reasons for rules.
• 14.C.EC. Participate in voting as a way of making choices.
• 14.D.EC. Develop an awareness of roles of leaders in their environment.

State Goal: 15. Understand Economic Systems, with an Emphasis on the United States.

• 15.A.EC. Identify community workers and the services they provide.
• 15.D.EC. Begin to understand the use of trade to obtain goods and services.

State Goal: 16. Understand Events, Trends, Individuals and Movements Shaping the History of Illinois.

• 16.A.EC. Recall information about the immediate past.

State Goal: 17. Understand World Geography and the Effects of Geography on Society, with an Emphasis on the United States.

• 17.A.ECa. Locate objects and places in familiar environments.
• 17.A.ECb. Express beginning geographic thinking.

State Goal: 18. Understand Social Systems, with an Emphasis on the United States.

• 18.A.EC. Recognize similarities and differences in people.
• 18.B.EC. Understand that each of us belongs to a family and recognize that families vary.

State Goal: 19. Acquire Movement Skills and Understand Concepts Needed to Engage in Health-Enhancing Physical Activity.

• 19.A.ECa. Engage in active play using gross motor skills.
• 19.A.ECb. Engage in active play using fine motor skills.
• 19.B.EC. Coordinate movements to perform complex tasks.
• 19.C.EC. Follow simple safety rules while participating in activities.

State Goal: 20. Achieve and Maintain a Health-Enhancing Level of Physical Fitness Based upon Continual Self-assessment.

• 20.A.EC. Participate in developmental activities related to physical fitness.
• 20.B.EC. Exhibit increased endurance.

State Goal: 21. Develop Team-building Skills by Working with Others Through Physical Activity.

• 21.A.EC. Follow rules and procedures when participating in group physical activities.
• 21.B.EC. Demonstrate ability to cooperate with others during group physical activities.

State Goal: 22. Understand Principles of Health Promotion and the Prevention and Treatment of Illness and Injury.

• 22.A.EC. Participate in simple practices that promote healthy living and prevent illness.

State Goal: 23. Understand Human Body Systems and Factors that Influence Growth and Development.

• 23.A.EC. Identify body parts and their functions.
• 23.B.EC. Act independently in caring for personal hygiene needs.

State Goal: 24. Promote and Enhance Health and Well Being Through the Use of Effective Communication and Decision-making Skills.

• 24.A.ECa. Use appropriate communication skills when expressing needs, wants and feelings.
• 24.A.ECb. Use socially acceptable ways to resolve conflict.
• 24.C.EC. Participate in activities to learn to avoid dangerous situations.

State Goal: 25. Know the Language of the Arts.

• 25.A.ECa. Dance: Investigate the elements of dance.
• 25.A.ECb. Drama: Investigate the elements of drama.
• 25.A.ECc. Music: Investigate the elements of music.
• 25.A.ECd. Visual Arts: Investigate the elements of visual arts.
• 25.B.EC. Describe or respond to their own creative work or the creative work of others.

State Goal: 26. Through Creating and Performing, Understand How Works of Art Are Produced.

• 26.A.ECa. Dance: Participate in dance activities.
• 26.A.ECb. Drama: Participate in drama activities.
• 26.A.ECc. Music: Participate in music activities.
• 26.A.ECd. Visual Arts: Participate in the visual arts.
• 26.B.EC. Use creative arts as an avenue for self-expression.

State Goal: 28. Use the Target Language to Communicate Within and Beyond the Classroom Setting.

• 28.A.EC. Maintain the native language for use in a variety of purposes.

State Goal: 30. Use the Target Language to Make Connections and Reinforce Knowledge and Skills Across Academic, Vocational and Technical Disciplines.

• 30.A.EC. Use and maintain the native language in order to build upon and develop transferable language and literacy skills.

State Goal: 31. Develop an Awareness of Personal Identity and Positive Self-concept.

• 31.A.ECa. Describe self by using several basic characteristics.
• 31.A.ECb. Exhibit eagerness and curiosity as a learner.
• 31.A.ECc. Exhibit persistence and creativity in seeking solutions to problems.
• 31.A.ECd. Show some initiative and independence in actions.
• 31.A.ECe. Use appropriate communication skills when expressing needs, wants and feelings.

State Goal: 32. Demonstrate a respect and a responsibility for self and others.

• 32.A.ECa. Begin to understand and follow rules.
• 32.A.ECb. Manage transitions and begin to adapt to change in routines.
• 32.A.ECc. Show empathy and caring for others.
• 32.A.ECd. Use the classroom environment purposefully and respectfully.
• 32.B.ECa. Engage in cooperative group play.
• 32.B.ECb. Begin to share materials and experiences and take turns.
• 32.B.ECc. Respect the rights of self and others.
• 32.B.ECd. Develop relationships with children and adults.

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