AP30.4
Produce a variety of written non-fiction and fiction Dakota texts to express ideas, extend knowledge of the world, achieve objectives and for enjoyment.
Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Produce a variety of written Dakota texts (e.g., comic strips, websites and letters) related to big ideas such as:

  • governance;
  • heroes; and,
  • aspirations.
(b) Complete an autobiography with relevant details (e.g., relations, community and interests).
(c) Write a message to convey the details (e.g., time and location) of an appointment.
(d) Compose a written message requesting information on topics related to future plans (e.g., post-secondary education and advocacy opportunities).
(e) Express personal opinions on familiar topics (e.g., reconciliation and stewardship) in a persuasive text.
(f)

Research, organize and present information in expository texts on topics such as:

  • biography of a Dakota hero;
  • how the Dakota way of life has changed; and,
  • the importance of the land to Dakota people.
(g) Write a letter requesting support for language revitalization in Saskatchewan.
(h)

Incorporate the following in written productions:

  • evidence of planning (e.g., narrative writing organizers and bullet journals);
  • clear purpose;
  • consideration of audience;
  • organization (e.g., introduction, development of ideas, conclusion and flow of ideas);
  • appropriate tone;
  • rich context-specific vocabulary;
  • language suitable to text type; and,
  • linguistic conventions.
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