Alabama Language Arts Curriculum
Alabama Language Arts, aligned to the Alabama Course of Study (ACS) and built for ACAP.
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Elementary School Language Arts
Foundational reading, writing, and grammar skills, one course per grade.
Kindergarten ELA
Phonics, story comprehension, and informational text for kindergarten ELA.
1st Grade ELA
Nouns and verbs, sentence writing, and word meaning for Grade 1 ELA.
2nd Grade ELA
Grammar, phonics, and writing skills aligned to CCSS.
3rd Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, vocabulary strategies, and opinion writing for 3rd grade ELA.
4th Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, opinion writing, and figurative language for Grade 4 ELA.
5th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, language conventions, and writing arguments for AL 5th grade.
Middle School Language Arts
Literary analysis, argument writing, and the bridge into high school ELA.
6th Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, literary analysis, and argumentative writing for Grade 6 ELA.
7th Grade ELA
Argument writing, grammar conventions, and vocabulary for 7th grade ELA.
8th Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, argument writing, and figurative language aligned to CCSS.
High School Language Arts
Grade-level ELA plus American Literature, Creative Writing, and more.
9th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argument writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS.
American Literature
American literature themes, author's craft, and argumentative writing.
Foundations of Journalism
News writing, source evaluation, and informational reporting for high school journalism.
Technical and Professional Communication
Argumentative writing, informational texts, and speaking skills aligned to CCSS ELA.
10th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS.
11th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational text for AL high school ELA.
Creative Writing
Narrative writing, figurative language, and craft revision for high school creative writing.
12th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and language conventions aligned to CCSS.
Aligned with the Alabama Course of Study
Every lesson maps to the Alabama Course of Study and follows typical classroom pacing, so students find the exact skill their teacher covered and work through it step by step.
- Mapped to the Alabama Course of Study, grade by grade
- ACAP review built into every course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Language Arts Curriculum by State
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State Standards
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About the Alabama Language Arts Curriculum
How the Alabama Course of Study Works
Alabama sets its own Language Arts standards through the Alabama Course of Study, organizing expectations by grade from Kindergarten through 12th grade.
How Alabama Differs
Alabama's Course of Study includes senior electives such as American Literature and Technical and Professional Communication, which are not standard offerings in every state.
How Alabama Language Arts Progresses
Students build from foundational reading and writing in early grades through literary analysis in middle school and into specialized high school courses.
How Alabama Assesses Language Arts
ACAP tests Language Arts in select grades, with end-of-course work in high school supporting college readiness alongside state assessments.
Common Questions from Alabama Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Alabama Language Arts?
StudyPug covers Alabama Language Arts from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including elementary, middle school, and high school courses aligned to the Alabama Course of Study.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band and select the course that matches your child's current class - each course is labeled by grade or course name as taught in Alabama schools.
Does StudyPug help with ACAP Language Arts preparation?
Yes, practice and lessons are organized around the Alabama Course of Study standards that ACAP tests, with exercises based on real exams to build familiarity.
Does the course order match what Alabama schools teach?
Each course follows the Alabama Course of Study sequence so students work through the same topics in the same order their classroom covers them.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes, lessons are organized by grade and Alabama standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for homeschool families.
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Last updated June 5, 2026
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