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Sentence Architecture: Clauses, Conjunctions, and Sentence Boundaries
4th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
9 lessons
Goal
Construct complete simple, compound, and complex sentences with precise conjunctions while detecting and correcting fragments, run-ons, and comma splices.
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Identifying Complete Subjects and Predicates
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- 2Forming Compound Subjects and Compound PredicatesPremiumNot started yet
- 3Joining Independent Clauses into Compound SentencesNot started yet
- 4Subordinating Conjunctions of Time and SequenceNot started yet
- 5Subordinating Conjunctions of Condition and CausalityNot started yet
- 6Punctuating Introductory and Ending Dependent ClausesNot started yet
- 7Identifying and Repairing Sentence FragmentsNot started yet
- 8Correcting Run-On Sentences and Comma SplicesNot started yet
- 9Synthesizing Varied Sentence Structures in ParagraphsNot started yet
Standards Covered
- OGE.5.L.1Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 5 / Grade 4 (Age 9) · Grade 4Demonstrate command of sentence structure by producing complete simple and compound sentences, constructing complex sentences containing an independent clause and at least one dependent clause joined by subordinating conjunctions (expressing time, condition, and causality), forming compound subjects and predicates, and recognizing and correcting sentence fragments, comma splices, and run-on sentences.
- OGE.5.L.4Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 5 / Grade 4 (Age 9) · Grade 4Demonstrate command of capitalization and punctuation conventions by capitalizing historical periods, events, documents, titles of works, languages, races, and nationalities; using commas before coordinating conjunctions in compound sentences; using apostrophes in possessives; and correctly punctuating direct and quoted speech with quotation marks, commas, and terminal boundary punctuation.
Curriculum Framework
4th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
1
9 lessons
Sentence Architecture: Clauses, Conjunctions, and Sentence Boundaries
Construct complete simple, compound, and complex sentences with precise conjunctions while detecting and correcting fragments, run-ons, and comma splices.
2
8 lessons
Pronouns, Nouns, and Conventional Adjective Order
Master relative pronouns, reflexive pronouns, common and proper nouns, and the natural ordering of adjectives in descriptions.
3
7 lessons
Adverbs, Phrases, and Modal Auxiliaries
Enrich writing using adverbs of degree and frequency, circumstantial prepositional phrases, and modal auxiliary verbs.
4
8 lessons
Verb Tenses, Aspect, and Subject-Verb Agreement
Conjugate simple and progressive verb tenses, maintain consistent temporal sequencing, and ensure subject-verb agreement across singular, plural, and collective nouns.
5
8 lessons
Capitalization, Mechanics, and Dialogue Punctuation
Capitalize historical eras, documents, nationalities, and titles accurately while punctuating direct speech and possessives.
6
8 lessons
Advanced Spelling Patterns and Homophones
Apply orthographic rules, syllable division, prefix and suffix modifications, and homophone discrimination in spelling.
7
9 lessons
Morphology, Etymology, and Reference Skills
Decode unfamiliar words using Greek and Latin roots, affixes, context clues, and print/digital reference tools.
8
7 lessons
Academic Vocabulary, Nuance, and Register
Acquire domain-specific vocabulary, analyze word gradations and figurative sayings, and adjust between formal and informal registers.