Common Core: Kindergarten English Language Arts

This subject focuses on foundational English language arts skills for kindergarten students, emphasizing reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Practical Applications

Following Directions

Listening Carefully to Directions

Directions help you know what to do, whether you're cleaning up, making a craft, or playing a game. It's important to listen and remember the steps.

How to Practice

  • Listen to your teacher or parent give a direction.
  • Repeat the direction back to make sure you understand.
  • Follow the steps one at a time.

Why It Matters

Following directions helps you learn new things, stay safe, and be a helpful friend.

Examples

  • Put away your books when your teacher asks.

  • Follow steps to make a sandwich at home.