Report card comments for second to fifth grade

Grade-by-grade comments for upper elementary, built around what students learn each year: from reading chapter books and multiplication in third grade to fractions, decimals and research writing in fifth.

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Second grade report card comments

Reading

• [Name] has had a wonderful year in reading. They compare two versions of the same story, which is a real strength. Next, we would love them to use the pictures and headings to find information.
• [Name] is working at a high standard in reading. A real strength is that he reads second-grade texts smoothly and with expression. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. The priority for next year is to read for twenty minutes every evening.
• [Name] is a capable and steady learner in reading. In particular, they compare two versions of the same story. The next target is to stop and retell after each page of a chapter book.
• [Name] has a sound understanding of the reading we have covered. Notably, he answers who, what, where, when and why questions about a text. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. A useful next step is to use the pictures and headings to find information.
• [Name] has been working hard in reading. It has been lovely to see that they are becoming more confident when reading aloud. A useful next step is to use the pictures and headings to find information.
• [Name] has made steady progress in reading this year. He can now find simple facts in a text when given a little time. He has moved forward well since the last assessment. He will benefit from trying to read for twenty minutes every evening.

Writing

• [Name] has had a wonderful year in writing. In particular, they revise writing after talking with a partner. They will benefit from trying to check spelling of high-frequency words.
• [Name] has achieved a very high standard in writing. He uses describing words to bring writing to life. His recent results have been consistent. Next, he should use linking words such as because and also.
• [Name] is a capable and steady learner in writing. In particular, they write opinion pieces with a reason to back them up. A useful next step is to write a clear closing sentence.
• [Name] has made good progress in writing this year. It is pleasing to note that he organizes ideas into a short paragraph. His recent results have been consistent. Next, he should use linking words such as because and also.
• [Name] has begun to build firm foundations in writing. In particular, they are beginning to write longer pieces with more independence. They will benefit from trying to write a clear closing sentence.
• [Name] is developing his skills in writing. It is pleasing to note that he is using capital letters and periods more consistently. He has moved forward well since the last assessment. The priority for next year is to check spelling of high-frequency words.

Math

• [Name] approaches math with real confidence. We are delighted that they count money and makes change. Next, they should skip count by 5s, 10s and 100s.
• [Name] is a highly capable learner in math. Notably, he adds and subtracts within 100 accurately. He has kept up a steady standard since the last report. The next target is to show work with drawings or base-ten blocks.
• [Name] has worked well in math this year. Notably, they count money and makes change. Next, we would love them to show work with drawings or base-ten blocks.
• [Name] has a sound understanding of the math we have covered. He understands place value to 1,000. His recent results have been consistent. To move forward, he needs to skip count by 5s, 10s and 100s.
• [Name] has begun to build firm foundations in math. They are becoming more confident with number facts. The next target is to learn addition and subtraction facts to 20 by heart.
• [Name] has made steady progress in math this year. It is pleasing to note that he is willing to have a go at new methods. He has made clear progress since the last report. He will benefit from trying to skip count by 5s, 10s and 100s.

Third grade report card comments

Reading

• [Name] approaches reading with real confidence. Notably, they find the main idea of a passage and the details that support it. Next, we would love them to read more nonfiction alongside stories.
• [Name] has made excellent progress in reading this year. A real strength is that he explains how characters’ actions affect the story. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. The priority for next year is to notice how a character changes from the start to the end.
• [Name] has a sound understanding of the reading we have covered. We are delighted that they find the main idea of a passage and the details that support it. They will benefit from trying to notice how a character changes from the start to the end.
• [Name] has worked well in reading this year. Notably, he uses context clues to work out new words. His recent results have been consistent. The next target is to read more nonfiction alongside stories.
• [Name] has made steady progress in reading this year. In particular, they listen well to stories and can recall the main events. They will benefit from trying to read more nonfiction alongside stories.
• [Name] is continuing to consolidate the basics in reading. It is pleasing to note that he can now find simple facts in a text when given a little time. He has moved forward well since the last assessment. A useful next step is to back up answers with evidence from the text.

Writing

• [Name] has had a wonderful year in writing. It has been lovely to see that they write informative pieces with facts and definitions. Next, they should plan writing with a graphic organizer first.
• [Name] has demonstrated excellent understanding in writing. Notably, he writes neatly in cursive or print. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. In order to progress further, he should aim to edit for capital letters, commas and end marks.
• [Name] has made good progress in writing this year. It has been lovely to see that they group related ideas into paragraphs. To move forward, they need to use a variety of sentence beginnings.
• [Name] is a capable and steady learner in writing. A real strength is that he writes informative pieces with facts and definitions. He has kept up a steady standard since the last report. A useful next step is to edit for capital letters, commas and end marks.
• [Name] has been working hard in writing. Notably, they can share good ideas aloud before writing them down. To move forward, they need to edit for capital letters, commas and end marks.
• [Name] is building his understanding in writing. He is beginning to write longer pieces with more independence. He has made clear progress since the last report. A useful next step is to use a variety of sentence beginnings.

Math

• [Name] has had a wonderful year in math. In particular, they solve two-step word problems. To move forward, they need to place fractions on a number line.
• [Name] is working at a high standard in math. Notably, he finds area by counting and multiplying. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. A useful next step is to practice multiplication facts for a few minutes each day.
• [Name] has made good progress in math this year. Notably, they solve two-step word problems. Next, they should practice multiplication facts for a few minutes each day.
• [Name] has worked well in math this year. It is pleasing to note that he finds area by counting and multiplying. He has maintained his level of work. In order to progress further, he should aim to place fractions on a number line.
• [Name] has been working hard in math. In particular, they are willing to have a go at new methods. Next, we would love them to place fractions on a number line.
• [Name] is building his understanding in math. A real strength is that he makes good use of practical equipment to support his thinking. He has made clear progress since the last report. Next, he should practice multiplication facts for a few minutes each day.

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Fourth grade report card comments

Reading

• [Name] is a highly capable learner in reading. In particular, they summarize a text in their own words. They will benefit from trying to quote accurately from a text when answering questions.
• [Name] is working at a high standard in reading. He explains the theme of a story using details, which is a real strength. He has maintained his level of work. The priority for next year is to read a challenging book over several weeks.
• [Name] has grown in confidence in reading. They compare firsthand and secondhand accounts of an event, which is a real strength. Next, they should read a challenging book over several weeks.
• [Name] is a capable and steady learner in reading. It is pleasing to note that he summarizes a text in his own words. He has kept up a steady standard since the last report. He will benefit from trying to explain the meaning of figurative language.
• [Name] has been working hard in reading. A real strength is that they can now find simple facts in a text when given a little time. The next target is to explain the meaning of figurative language.
• [Name] is building his understanding in reading. He listens well to stories and can recall the main events. He has moved forward well since the last assessment. To move forward, he needs to quote accurately from a text when answering questions.

Writing

• [Name] approaches writing with real confidence. They write well-organized essays with an introduction and conclusion. They will benefit from trying to support opinions with facts and examples.
• [Name] is working at a high standard in writing. He writes narratives with a clear sequence of events, which is a real strength. His recent results have been consistent. To move forward, he needs to proofread carefully before turning work in.
• [Name] has grown in confidence in writing. Notably, they research topics using more than one source. Next, they should proofread carefully before turning work in.
• [Name] has worked well in writing this year. He uses precise vocabulary. He has maintained his level of work. In order to progress further, he should aim to support opinions with facts and examples.
• [Name] has begun to build firm foundations in writing. A real strength is that they are using capital letters and periods more consistently. Next, we would love them to use transition words between paragraphs.
• [Name] has made steady progress in writing this year. In particular, he can share good ideas aloud before writing them down. He has made clear progress since the last report. To move forward, he needs to support opinions with facts and examples.

Math

• [Name] has made excellent progress in math this year. They divide with remainders and explains what they mean, which is a real strength. A useful next step is to check division answers with multiplication.
• [Name] is working at a high standard in math. He multiplies multi-digit numbers accurately. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. He will benefit from trying to compare fractions with different denominators.
• [Name] is a capable and steady learner in math. In particular, they find equivalent fractions. A useful next step is to estimate before calculating.
• [Name] has worked well in math this year. It is pleasing to note that he measures angles with a protractor. His recent results have been consistent. The next target is to compare fractions with different denominators.
• [Name] has made steady progress in math this year. They make good use of practical equipment to support their thinking, which is a real strength. Next, they should check division answers with multiplication.
• [Name] has begun to build firm foundations in math. In particular, he is becoming more confident with number facts. Attainment has risen since the previous assessment point. The next target is to estimate before calculating.

Fifth grade report card comments

Reading

• [Name] really shines in reading. Notably, they explain how an author uses evidence to support points. To move forward, they need to summarize long nonfiction articles.
• [Name] has achieved a very high standard in reading. It is pleasing to note that he reads with stamina and strong comprehension. He has kept up a steady standard since the last report. The next target is to take notes while reading to track key ideas.
• [Name] has a sound understanding of the reading we have covered. A real strength is that they draw on several sources to answer a question. The next target is to summarize long nonfiction articles.
• [Name] has worked well in reading this year. He reads with stamina and strong comprehension, which is a real strength. He has maintained his level of work. The priority for next year is to analyze how a narrator’s point of view shapes a story.
• [Name] has been working hard in reading. They are becoming more confident when reading aloud, which is a real strength. Next, we would love them to analyze how a narrator’s point of view shapes a story.
• [Name] is continuing to consolidate the basics in reading. It is pleasing to note that he can now find simple facts in a text when given a little time. His results show real improvement since last year. The next target is to take notes while reading to track key ideas.

Writing

• [Name] approaches writing with real confidence. They use varied sentence structures. The next target is to strengthen conclusions so they link back to the main idea.
• [Name] has made excellent progress in writing this year. Notably, he writes persuasive pieces with logical reasons. His recent results have been consistent. Next, he should use commas correctly in longer sentences.
• [Name] is a capable and steady learner in writing. A real strength is that they develop characters through dialogue and description. Next, they should strengthen conclusions so they link back to the main idea.
• [Name] is working securely in writing. He writes persuasive pieces with logical reasons. His recent results have been consistent. A useful next step is to use commas correctly in longer sentences.
• [Name] has made steady progress in writing this year. Notably, they have worked hard on letter formation. Next, they should revise for word choice.
• [Name] is becoming more confident in writing. It is pleasing to note that he is using capital letters and periods more consistently. His results show real improvement since last year. To move forward, he needs to use commas correctly in longer sentences.

Math

• [Name] is a highly capable learner in math. They use the order of operations correctly, which is a real strength. Next, we would love them to multiply and divide fractions with models.
• [Name] approaches math with real confidence. He adds and subtracts fractions with unlike denominators. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. He will benefit from trying to line up decimal points carefully.
• [Name] has a sound understanding of the math we have covered. In particular, they use the order of operations correctly. Next, we would love them to line up decimal points carefully.
• [Name] is working securely in math. It is pleasing to note that he finds the volume of rectangular prisms. Attainment has remained consistent since the previous assessment point. He will benefit from trying to multiply and divide fractions with models.
• [Name] has made steady progress in math this year. We are delighted that they can now explain simple calculations in their own words. Next, they should line up decimal points carefully.
• [Name] has begun to build firm foundations in math. In particular, he is becoming more confident with number facts. His results show real improvement since last year. He will benefit from trying to multiply and divide fractions with models.

Each group runs from strong progress to still developing. For more by subject, see math and reading comments.

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