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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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