Report Card Comments for Language Arts and Reading

Academic Achievement and Improvement

Positive Comments:

• _______'s reading has improved considerably throughout the year. Please continue to practice reading with [him/her] regularly.

• _______ has shown a great amount of improvement in [his/her] creative writing. She has learned to use more colorful words.

• _______ is making excellent progress reading sight words. Please continue to practice with [him/her] regularly.

• _______'s spelling scores have improved greatly since the beginning of the school year. Studying [his/her] spelling words regularly has made much difference. I appreciate your help.

• _______'s understanding of complex texts has developed significantly. Continue to challenge [him/her] with diverse genres.

• _______ has made remarkable strides in verbal communication. [Her/his] oral presentations show a deep understanding of the topics.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• However, [his/her] written work needs much improvement. With greater effort, the improvement should slowly come.

• Although _______ is trying very hard, [he/she] struggles to write smooth, fluent sentences. Can we meet to discuss some helpful strategies?

• _______ is struggling to understand the main ideas in the texts we are reading. Extra reading practice at home could be beneficial.

• _______'s vocabulary usage in writing could be expanded. Incorporating a wider array of words can enhance [his/her] writing.

• _______ is finding it challenging to spell words correctly, which is affecting [his/her] written work. Regular spelling practice can help improve this.

• Despite [his/her] efforts, _______ has difficulty participating in group discussions. Encouraging [him/her] to share [his/her] thoughts could boost [his/her] confidence.

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Reading

Positive Comments:

• _______ has shown excellent progress in understanding and interpreting complex texts.

• _______ has improved in making predictions based on the text and illustrations.

• _______ has been successful in identifying the main ideas and supporting details in a text.

• _______ demonstrates a high level of comprehension in both fiction and non-fiction reading.

• _______ has made notable improvements in fluency and expression when reading aloud.

• _______ consistently uses context clues to decipher the meaning of unfamiliar words.

• _______ has a strong ability to draw connections between different texts.

• _______ demonstrates a deep understanding of the characters and their motivations in the texts we read.

• _______ consistently asks insightful questions about the text to deepen understanding.

• _______ has been successful in using reading strategies to improve comprehension and retention.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• _______ has difficulty distinguishing between fact and opinion in the texts we read.

• _______ struggles with understanding the plot and setting in stories.

• _______ has difficulty comprehending complex texts and may benefit from additional support.

• _______ needs to work on reading fluency and expression.

• _______ should practice using context clues to understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

• _______ struggles to draw connections between different texts.

• _______ has difficulty identifying the main ideas and supporting details in a text.

• _______ needs to work on making predictions based on the text and illustrations.

• _______ should practice asking questions about the text to deepen understanding.

• _______ struggles to demonstrate comprehension when reading non-fiction texts.

Writing

Positive Comments:

• _______'s writing has improved significantly over the year. [His/her] stories are more detailed and interesting.

• _______ has a strong command of grammar, which has improved the clarity of [his/her] writing.

• _______ has made impressive strides in [his/her] ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely.

• _______ has been consistent in submitting well-structured and thoughtful essays.

• _______ has been creative in [his/her] approach to writing assignments. This has made for some engaging and insightful work.

• _______ effectively uses a rich vocabulary to enhance [his/her] writing.

• _______ has done an excellent job of incorporating feedback into [his/her] writing.

• _______ consistently organizes [his/her] thoughts well in [his/her] written work.

• _______ has developed strong sentence and paragraph structure skills.

• _______ has shown a commendable ability to write with a clear purpose and audience in mind.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• _______ often struggles with sentence structure, which can make [his/her] writing difficult to understand.

• _______ has difficulty organizing [his/her] thoughts in a coherent manner when writing.

• _______ often forgets to proofread [his/her] work, leading to several grammatical errors.

• _______ needs to develop [his/her] paragraph structuring skills.

• _______ should focus on developing a richer vocabulary to enhance [his/her] writing.

• _______ struggles to write with a clear purpose and audience in mind.

• _______ is encouraged to incorporate more detail into [his/her] writing.

• _______ often struggles with writing assignments and could benefit from additional support.

• _______ needs to work on integrating feedback into [his/her] writing.

• _______ has difficulty articulating [his/her] ideas clearly in writing.

Vocabulary

Positive Comments:

• _______ has a strong command of vocabulary for [his/her] grade level.

• _______ consistently uses new vocabulary words in [his/her] writing and speech.

• _______ is eager to learn and use new vocabulary words.

• _______ has demonstrated a significant improvement in [his/her] vocabulary over the year.

• _______ uses a diverse range of vocabulary in [his/her] written work.

• _______ shows an impressive understanding of word meanings and uses.

• _______ effectively uses context clues to understand new vocabulary.

• _______ easily understands and uses grade-appropriate synonyms and antonyms.

• _______ consistently uses appropriate academic vocabulary in class discussions.

• _______ has a keen interest in expanding [his/her] vocabulary and often asks about word meanings.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• _______ often uses basic vocabulary and should aim to utilize richer, more varied vocabulary.

• _______ frequently struggles with the meanings of grade-level vocabulary words.

• _______ could benefit from regular vocabulary practice at home.

• _______ often misuses or misunderstands new vocabulary words.

• _______ should focus on expanding [his/her] vocabulary to improve [his/her] written and oral communication.

• _______ could benefit from using context clues to decipher the meanings of unfamiliar words.

• _______ has difficulty remembering the meanings of new vocabulary words.

• _______ should aim to use new vocabulary in [his/her] written work to reinforce understanding.

• _______ struggles with synonyms and antonyms of grade-level vocabulary words.

• _______ should practice using academic vocabulary in class discussions.

Spelling and Grammar

Positive Comments:

• _______ shows an excellent understanding of grammar rules.

• _______ consistently uses correct spelling in all [his/her] work.

• _______ has made considerable progress in spelling and grammar this year.

• _______'s sentence construction is commendable and free of grammatical errors.

• _______ has a strong command of spelling and uses it effectively in written assignments.

• _______ has an impressive understanding of complex grammar rules.

• _______ effectively applies spelling rules to new words.

• _______ demonstrates excellent proofreading skills to correct spelling and grammatical errors in [his/her] work.

• _______ has a keen eye for spotting and correcting grammatical errors in [his/her] writing.

• _______ consistently uses proper punctuation and capitalization in [his/her] writing.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• _______ often struggles with spelling and could benefit from additional practice.

• _______ frequently makes grammatical errors in [his/her] writing.

• _______ needs to work on proofreading [his/her] work for spelling and grammar mistakes.

• _______ struggles with using correct punctuation in [his/her] writing.

• _______ often confuses the spelling of similar-sounding words.

• _______ needs to work on sentence construction to avoid grammatical errors.

• _______ struggles with complex grammar rules and could benefit from additional practice.

• _______ needs to work on applying spelling rules to new words.

• _______ should focus on improving [his/her] understanding of different grammar rules.

• _______ struggles with using capitalization correctly in [his/her] writing.

Speaking and Listening Skills

Positive Comments:

• _______ has demonstrated excellent listening skills during class discussions.

• _______ has shown great improvement in [his/her] verbal communication skills.

• _______ can articulate [his/her] thoughts and ideas clearly during discussions.

• _______ listens attentively to instructions and follows them accurately.

• _______ has shown an impressive ability to engage in thoughtful class debates.

• _______ consistently contributes valuable insights during group discussions.

• _______ has a strong ability to summarize information presented orally.

• _______ is respectful when listening to others speak and waits [his/her] turn to respond.

• _______ has shown excellent proficiency in delivering oral presentations.

• _______ consistently asks thoughtful questions during class discussions.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• _______ often struggles to express [his/her] thoughts clearly during discussions.

• _______ frequently interrupts others during class discussions and needs to work on [his/her] listening skills.

• _______ could benefit from additional practice with oral presentations.

• _______ has difficulty summarizing information presented orally.

• _______ needs to work on contributing more regularly to class discussions.

• _______ should practice asking more insightful questions during class discussions.

• _______ could benefit from additional practice in active listening skills.

• _______ often seems distracted during class discussions.

• _______ needs to work on [his/her] ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly in a group setting.

• _______ should practice speaking more slowly and clearly during oral presentations.

Group Work

Positive Comments:

• _______ consistently contributes valuable ideas during group work.

• _______ is a supportive and effective team member in group projects.

• _______ exhibits strong leadership skills in group settings.

• _______ is adept at delegating tasks and responsibilities in group work.

• _______ is excellent at bridging differences and finding common ground within the group.

• _______ has shown a remarkable ability to facilitate group discussions.

• _______ effectively collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.

• _______ consistently respects the ideas and perspectives of others in the group.

• _______ has been instrumental in the success of group projects.

• _______ consistently motivates other group members towards achieving common goals.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• _______ often dominates group discussions and should work on listening to others.

• _______ should practice contributing more regularly to group work.

• _______ could improve on taking on leadership roles in group settings.

• _______ needs to work on accepting and integrating feedback from group members.

• _______ has difficulty cooperating with others during group work.

• _______ should work on delegating tasks effectively during group projects.

• _______ should aim to respect the ideas and perspectives of others in the group.

Effort and Participation

Positive Comments:

• _______ consistently demonstrates an impressive level of effort in Language Arts and Reading tasks.

• _______ is always eager to participate in class discussions and activities.

• _______ shows a laudable dedication to improving [his/her] skills in Language Arts and Reading.

• _______ always completes assignments on time and to a high standard.

• _______ is very proactive in asking questions to extend [his/her] learning.

• _______ consistently takes the initiative to help others in class.

• _______ always shows a positive attitude towards learning in Language Arts and Reading.

• _______ regularly contributes insightful comments during class discussions.

• _______ goes above and beyond in [his/her] participation in class activities.

• _______ consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic in Language Arts and Reading.

Needs Improvement Comments:

• _______ could benefit from putting more effort into [his/her] Language Arts and Reading assignments.

• _______ should aim to participate more actively in class discussions.

• _______ would benefit from dedicating more time to [his/her] Language Arts and Reading homework.

• _______ should aim to ask more questions to extend [his/her] understanding.

• _______ should try to engage more proactively with [his/her] classmates during group work.

• _______ needs to focus more on completing tasks to the best of [his/her] ability.

• _______ should aim to contribute more regularly to class discussions.

• _______ has room for improvement in terms of [his/her] active participation in class activities.

• _______ should try to adopt a more positive attitude towards learning in Language Arts and Reading.

• _______ could benefit from demonstrating more initiative during class activities.

Elementary School Comments for Language Arts and Reading

• _______ enjoys listening to stories.

• _______ can distinguish sounds in words.

• _______ has difficulty distinguishing sounds in words.

• _______ learns new vocabulary quickly.

• _______ now knows and can use _____ consonant and vowel sounds.

• _______ confuses the sounds ___ and ___.

• _______ can blend short words using the vowel(s) _____ without assistance.

• _______ is learning to attack words independently.

• _______ uses the phonics skills to attack new words.

• _______ can now recognize ____ sight words.

• _______ is still confusing words that look alike.

• _______ is beginning to read words in groups and phrases.

• _______ can read [his/her] sentences back.

• _______ speaks in complete sentences.

• _______ has difficulty using [pronouns, verbs] correctly.

• _______ enjoys dramatization.

• _______ has a good oral vocabulary.

• _______ uses colorful words while speaking.

• _______ participates in group storytelling.

• _______ is now able to write a complete sentence independently.

• _______ can write an original story containing two to four sentences.

• _______ puts words in the appropriate order.

• _______ is building a good spelling vocabulary.

• _______ uses the dictionary to find unfamiliar words.

• _______ enjoys learning to spell new words.

• _______ can learn to spell words easily.

• _______ sometimes reverses letters in a word.

• _______ has difficulty remembering the spelling of non-phonetic words.

• _______ is helped by using hand or body motions to remember spelling.

Middle School Comments for Language Arts and Reading

• _______ needs to increase [his/her] speed and comprehension in reading.

• _______ has developed a mature reading vocabulary.

• _______ reads extensively.

• _______ comprehends what [he/she] reads.

• _______ is interested in books and reading.

• _______ can read to follow directions.

• _______ reads for pleasure.

• _______'s reading is... (smooth, jerky, hesitant, rapid, irregular, or fluent).

• _______ enjoys discussing the stories we read.

• _______'s reading is becoming automatic.

• _______'s reading has yet to become automatic.

• _______ speaks clearly.

• _______ uses punctuation correctly.

• _______ uses [complex, simple] sentences while speaking.

• _______ needs to apply skills to all written work.

• _______ excels in writing original stories and poems.

• _______ can place periods and question marks correctly.

• _______ uses colorful words in [his/her] writing.

• _______ can compose several related sentences.

• _______ shows self-confidence in writing.

• _______ shows a keen understanding of plot and character development in the books we read.

• _______ consistently uses new vocabulary words accurately in [his/her] writing.

• _______ should work on incorporating textual evidence into [his/her] written responses.

• _______ demonstrates strong critical thinking skills during class discussions.