Report Card Comments for Language Arts and Reading

210 report card comments and phrases focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Appropriate for all grade levels, with examples of more specific elementary school and middle school remarks, the comments and phrases can be edited or modified to suit every student in your class.

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.