Correlation of Nelson Literacy 4 to the
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations and Gospel Values
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Reference
Gospel Values
TB = Transparency Binder
SB = Student Book
GIRK = Guided and Independent Reading Kit
1. A DISCERNING BELIEVER FORMED IN THE
CATHOLIC FAITH COMMUNITY WHO:
CGE1a
Illustrates a basic understanding of the saving story of our
Christian faith
CGE1b
Participates in the sacramental life of the church and
demonstrates an understanding of the centrality of the
Eucharist to our Catholic story
CGE1c
Actively reflects on God’s Word as communicated through the
Hebrew and Christian scriptures
CGE1d
Develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social
teaching and acts to promote social responsibility, human
solidarity and the common good
CGE1e
Speaks the language of life... “recognizing that life is an
unearned gift and that a person entrusted with life does not
own it but that one is called to protect and cherish it.”
(Witnesses to Faith)
CGE1f
Seeks intimacy with God and celebrates communion with God,
others and creation through prayer and worship
(TB) Adventure – Adventure Movie Review. Homeward Bound
#42 & #43
Faith, Trust in God
Luke 24: 13-35 (Emmaus)
(SB) Medieval Times – Things to do in Town – P.75 (Jonah &
Whale)
(GIRK) Medieval Times – The Great Invention. Bible #7
Simplicity, Community
Servant Leadership
John 1:1
(TB) Sound – How do you Sound? #24
Respect for Life
Mt 12:36 (By your words, you will be
justified.)
(TB) Adventure – Creating Dialogue #40
(SB) Legends – The Woman Who Outshone the Sun. P.35-40
Reverence
Matthew 8:27 (Even the winds & sea
obey Him.)
Compassion
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Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Reference
Gospel Values
TB = Transparency Binder
SB = Student Book
GIRK = Guided and Independent Reading Kit
CGE1g
Understands that one’s purpose or call in life comes from God
and strives to discern and live out this call throughout life’s
journey
CGE1h
Respects the faith traditions, world religions and the lifejourneys of all people of good will
CGE1i
Integrates faith with life
CGE1j
Recognizes that “sin, human weakness, conflict and
forgiveness are part of the human journey” and that the cross,
the ultimate sign of forgiveness is at the heart of redemption
(Witnesses to Faith)
(SB) Medieval Times – Becoming a Knight. P. 76-78 (Protects Lord,
King and Church)
(SB) Legends – William Tell. P. 10-12
Faith
Honesty, Integrity
Integrates faith with life
2. AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR WHO:
CGE2a
Listens actively and critically to understand and learn in light
of gospel values
(TB) What a Story – Practicing Common Courtesies in Conversation
(GIRK) What a Story – The Cat Whisperer #1a
Respect from the Dignity of Each
Person
CGE2b
Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively
(TB) Rocks, Minerals & Erosion – Giving a Book Talk #57
Service
Matthew 28:20
CGE2c
Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with
sensitivity to others
(TB) What a Story – Practicing Common Courtesies in Conversation
(GIRK) Getting Along – Frank Advice #32
Respects others
Endurance
Community
CGE2d
Writes and speaks fluently one or both of Canada’s official
languages
(TB) Getting Along – Using Editorial Symbols #50b
(SB) What a Story – The Rescue. P. 17-18
(TB) Getting Along – Cyber Bullying. P. 1-2
Honesty, Joy
Mark 12:33 (Love your neighbour as
yourself)
Respect for Dignity of Each Individual
CGE2e
Uses and integrates the Catholic faith tradition, in the critical
analysis of the arts, media, technology and information
systems to enhance the quality of life
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Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Reference
Gospel Values
TB = Transparency Binder
SB = Student Book
GIRK = Guided and Independent Reading Kit
3. A REFLECTIVE AND CREATIVE THINKER WHO:
CGE3a
Recognizes there is more grace in our world than sin and that
hope is essential in facing all challenges
(SB) Getting Along – When Friends Fight. P. 80-85
(SB) Getting Along – Kids Helping Kids. P. 86-89
Service, Sharing
Forgiveness
Respect
Mt 5:44 (Love your enemies.)
CGE3b
Creates, adapts, evaluates new ideas in light of the common
good
(TB) Light – Asking Questions #26
(SB) Getting Along – When Friends Fight. P. 80-85 (Solutions)
Service
Forgiveness
Luke 6:37
CGE3c
Thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and
solve problems
(TB) Light – Using Formal and Informal Voice #27
(SB) What A Story – Practicing Common Courtesies in
Conversation. P. 31
Caring for Others
Community
CGE3d
Makes decisions in light of gospel values with an informed
moral conscience
(SB) Legends – Legends Live On P. 23-24 (Rating Movies)
Honesty, Justice
CGE3e
Adopts a holistic approach to life by integrating learning from
various subject areas and experience
(SB) Light – Where does Light Come From? Light Pollution. P. 4451
(SB) Sound – School of Sound. P. 117-119
Leadership
Commitment to Community
Matthew 5:14
CGE3f
Examines, evaluates and applies knowledge of interdependent
systems (physical, political, ethical, socio-economic and
ecological) for the development of a just and compassionate
society
(TB) Canada’s Regions – Technology Helps People in Nunavut #30a
Equality, Dignity
(GIRK) Getting Along – Difficult Dilemmas #33
(SB) Adventure – Grizzly. P. 36-39
(TB) Legends – Making Inferences While you Listen #24
(TB) Sound – Sound Questions #36
Respect for Life
4. A SELF-DIRECTED, RESPONSIBLE, LIFE-LONG
LEARNER WHO:
CGE4a
Demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and respect
for the dignity and welfare of others
Compassion, Community
Reverence, Respect for Others
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Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Reference
Gospel Values
TB = Transparency Binder
SB = Student Book
GIRK = Guided and Independent Reading Kit
CGE4b
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability
(TB) What a Story – The Argument Sticks #1
Community
CGE4c
Takes initiative and demonstrates Christian leadership
(TB) Legends – Making Inferences While you Listen #24
(TB) Light – What is Light? #25
Servant Leadership
Faith “You Are the Light of the
World”
Matthew 5:14
CGE4d
Responds to, manages and constructively influences change in
a discerning manner
(SB) Getting Along – Heidi’s Irresistible Hat. P. 90-96 (Conflicting
Views)
Endurance - Peace
CGE4e
Sets appropriate goals and priorities in school, work and
personal life
(SB) Medieval Times’ The Kitchen Knight. P. 83-86
Servant Leadership
Compassion
CGE4f
Applies effective communication, decision-making, problemsolving, time and resource management skills
(TB) Getting Along – Ask Dr. Patel #48
Forgiveness, Respect
CGE4g
Examines and reflects on one’s personal values, abilities and
aspirations influencing life’s choices and opportunities
(TB) Legends – The Pied Piper #23
Honesty – Respect for Life
CGE4h
Participates in leisure and fitness activities for a balanced and
healthy lifestyle.
(SB) Habitats & Communities – Be an Arctic Explorer. P. 57-59
(SB) Habitats & Communities – Wolf Island. P. 63-66
(SB) Healthy Living – Be a Fit Kid. P. 102-104
(SB) Healthy Living – Why Exercise is Cool. P. 114-122
(GIRK) Healthy Living - Ten Tips #10
Wonder & Awe
John 10:10
Simplicity
(TB) Adventure – An Icy Rescue #41a
(TB) Getting Along – Dealing with Conflicting Views #52
(SB) What a Story – The Blue Darter. P. 23-28
Servant Leadership
John 15:13 (Lay down one’s life for a
friend)
Community
(TB) Adventure – An Icy Rescue #41a
(TB) Getting Along – Dealing with Conflicting Views #52
(SB) What a Story – The Blue Darter. P. 23-28
Servant Leadership
John 15:13 (Lay down one’s life for a
friend)
Community
5. A COLLABORATIVE CONTRIBUTOR WHO:
CGE5a
Works effectively as an interdependent team member
CGE5b
Thinks critically about the meaning and purpose of work
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Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Reference
Gospel Values
TB = Transparency Binder
SB = Student Book
GIRK = Guided and Independent Reading Kit
CGE5c
Develops one’s God-given potential and makes a meaningful
contribution to society
(SB) Medieval Times – Jobs in Medieval Times. P. 90-94
(GIRK) Legends – The Long Walk of a Hero #13a
Community Service
Servant Leadership
CGE5d
Finds meaning, dignity, fulfillment and vocation in work
which contributes to the common good
(TB) Legends – Writing with a Strong Voice #21 (Robin Hood)
(SB) Legends – Little Hero of Holland. P. 28-33
Equality, Justice
Servant Leadership
CGE5e
Respects the rights, responsibilities and contributions of self
and others
(TB) Legends – The Clever Old Woman of Carcassonne #20
Community, Servant Leadership
CGE5f
Exercises Christian leadership in the achievement of individual
and group goals
(TB) Legends – The Clever Old Woman of Carcassonne #20
(GIRK) Healthy Living – It’s Time to Play #11
Community, Servant Leadership
Community
Mt 18:20 (Where 2 or 3 are gathered in
my name I am among them)
CGE5g
Achieves excellence, originality, and integrity in one’s own
work and supports these qualities in the work of others
CGE5h
Applies skills for employability, self-employment and
entrepreneurship relative to Christian vocation.
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Reference
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Gospel Values
TB = Transparency Binder
SB = Student Book
GIRK = Guided and Independent Reading Kit
6. A CARING FAMILY MEMBER WHO:
(SB) Adventure – Run to the River. P. 15-18
(SB) What a Story – Jenny Taylor’s Challenge. P. 32-40
(SB) Medieval Times – Me & My Lord. P. 70-73
(GIRK) Healthy Living – Healthy Ideas #10a
Service – HOPE
Community – HOPE
Community
Caring
Values and honours the important role of the family in society
(TB) Getting Along – Subject – My Brother #51
(SB) Canada’s Regions – Fox on the Ice. P. 80-83
Community, Honesty
Commitment to Community
CGE6d
Values and nurtures opportunities for family prayer
(SB) Adventure – A Team Like No Other. P. 24-28 (Stephen &
Prayer)
FAITH
CGE6e
Ministers to the family, school, parish, and wider community
through service
(SB) Medieval Times – Me and My Lord. P.70-73
(SB) Legends – China’s Bravest Girl. P. 13-17
(SB) Getting Along – Dear Caroline. P. 70-73
(GIRK) Adventure – Catch of the Day #25
Community Service
Community Service
Dignity of Persons - Honesty
(TB) Getting Along – Cyber Bullying. P. 1-2
(GIRK) Getting Along – Help for Sasha #31a
Dignity of Persons
Justice
CGE6a
Relates to family members in a loving, compassionate and
respectful manner
CGE6b
Recognizes human intimacy and sexuality as God given gifts,
to be used as the creator intended
CGE6c
7. A RESPONSIBLE CITIZEN WHO:
CGE7a
Acts morally and legally as a person formed in Catholic
traditions
CGE7b
Accepts accountability for one’s own actions
(TB) Healthy Living – Food & Fitness #18
(GIRK) Adventure – The High Bridge #27
(GIRK) What a Story – Dear Mr. Winston #3
Respect for Life
CGE7c
Seeks and grants forgiveness
(TB) The Argument Sticks #1
(SB) Legends – The Woman Who Outshone the Sun. P. 35-40
Forgiveness
CGE7d
Promotes the sacredness of life
(TB) Habitats & Communities – A Grassland Food Chain #10
A Sense of Wonder
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Reference
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Gospel Values
TB = Transparency Binder
SB = Student Book
GIRK = Guided and Independent Reading Kit
CGE7e
Witnesses Catholic social teaching by promoting equality,
democracy, and solidarity for a just, peaceful and
compassionate society
CGE7f
Respects and affirms the diversity and interdependence of the
world’s peoples and cultures
CGE7g
Respects and understands the history, cultural heritage and
pluralism of today’s contemporary society
CGE7h
Exercises the rights and responsibilities of Canadian
citizenship
CGE7i
Respects the environment and uses resources wisely
CGE7j
Contributes to the common good
(GIRK) Getting Along – Conflict on the Table #31
Peace
Community
(TB) Healthy Living – Identifying Important Information While
Listening #19
Community, Dignity
(GIRK) Rocks, Mineral, Erosion – Building with Rocks #35
(SB) Medieval Times – Plague. P. 96-98
(SB) Canada’s Regions – Guy’s Ontario Adventure. P. 84-89
(SB) Canada’s Regions – Pow Wow. P. 90-94
Compassion, Service
Mt 25: 31-40
Dignity
(SB) Canada’s Regions – The Canadian Shield. P. 72-74
(SB) Habitats & Communities – Helping Animals Across the Road.
P. 51-53
(TB) Healthy Living – 3 Rules for a Good Lunch #15
(GIRK) Canada’s Regions – Canada Comes Together #19a
Community
(TB) Habitats & Communities – Say it in a Poster #9
(TB) Medieval Times – Keeping Towns Clean #11
(GIRK) Habitats & Communities – Habitats in Danger #5
(TB) Rocks & Minerals & Erosion – A Rocky Situation #54
(SB) Canada’s Regions – Truck to the North. P. 96-100
A Sense of Wonder
Respect
Servant Leadership
Mt. 25:35 (I was hungry and you gave
me to eat).
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