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and commonplace food items). Reading Recognizes familiar names, words and phrases on signs (e.g., ‘Open’, ‘Exit’) and very simple instructions if they are supported by images. Recognizes words previously encountered as well as short text messages such as “Happy Birthday”. Understands signs/posters which use everyday language and have accompanying visuals. Locates important information in simple text; understands much of what is written in text dealing with familiar topics of personal interest; follows a set of clear, written instructions especially if accompanied by visuals. Understands most of what happens in a simple, straightforward short story and can identify the story’s main characters. patterned and predictable text. Understands everyday visual text such as signs around the school. Understands the main points in a straightforward written communication if the topic is familiar. Understands text of various lengths as long as the used are familiar and/or concern areas of interest. Uses key words, diagrams and illustrations to support reading comprehension. Reads and understands straightforward factual text on subjects related to personal interests and/or subjects being studied. Understands most vocabulary in narrative text. Reads and comprehends text including narratives, informational text, scripts and poems. Uses eye tracking most of the time. Uses visual cues such as colour, size and shape to construct meaning from text. Writing Uses a basic vocabulary repertoire of isolated words and Produces simple descriptions of everyday objects and can (print) Begins to use descriptive words, prepositions and the conjunction, Communicates information on familiar topics using simple grammatical Has sufficient vocabulary to express themselves with some Produces simple connected text on topics which are familiar or are of Demonstrates control over many elements of language and communication. Is grade-