Describing Aloud
Describe familiar people, places, things, and events with detail; speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly; give well-structured descriptions and explanations
Suggested ages 4–8
Evidence of understanding
- Describe a familiar person or place using several details
- Speak clearly and loudly enough for the whole group to hear
- Organise ideas logically when sharing information or telling about an event
Assessment prompt
Can Describing Aloud tell you about something that happened — like a trip or a film — in enough detail that you could really picture it, speaking clearly so you can follow along?
Standards alignment
SL.1.4
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 1
SL.1.6
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 1
SL.2.4
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 2
SL.2.6
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 2
SL.3.4
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 3
SL.3.6
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 3
SL.K.4
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · K
SL.K.6
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · K
Descriptions, explanations and narratives
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1 and 2
Speak audibly and fluently
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1 and 2