Delaware Language Arts Curriculum
Delaware sets its own sequence, aligned to the Content Standards and built for DeSSA.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Language Arts
Phonics, reading, writing, and vocabulary, one course per grade.
Kindergarten ELA
Literature, informational texts, and foundational reading skills for Kindergarten English.
1st Grade ELA
Foundational reading skills, writing, and language and grammar for 1st grade.
2nd Grade ELA
Foundational reading, informational texts, and grammar for 2nd grade.
3rd Grade ELA
Foundational reading, informational texts, and grammar for 3rd grade.
4th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, and foundational writing skills for 4th grade.
5th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, and writing for 5th grade.
Middle School Language Arts
Literary analysis, argument writing, and grammar into high school prep.
6th Grade ELA
Language and grammar, reading literature, and informational text for 6th grade.
7th Grade ELA
Language and grammar, informational texts, and literary reading for 7th grade.
8th Grade ELA
Language and grammar, informational texts, and literature for 8th grade English.
High School Language Arts
9th to 12th grade plus electives in literature, writing, and journalism.
9th Grade ELA
Literature analysis, informational texts, writing, and speaking skills for 9th grade.
American Literature
American literature, informational texts, and argumentative writing for high school English.
Foundations of Journalism
Informational reading, journalistic writing, and language skills for high school.
Technical and Professional Communication
Professional writing, informational reading, and grammar for workplace communication.
10th Grade ELA
Literature analysis, informational texts, and argumentative writing for 10th grade.
11th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, writing, and language for 11th grade.
Creative Writing
Creative writing, language and grammar, and composition craft for high school.
12th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational reading for 12th grade.
Aligned with the Delaware Content Standards
Every lesson maps to the Delaware Content Standards so students find the exact skill their teacher covered and work through it at their own pace.
- Mapped to Delaware Content Standards, grade by grade
- DeSSA review built into every Language Arts course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
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About the Delaware Language Arts Curriculum
How Delaware Content Standards Work
The Delaware Content Standards set Language Arts expectations by grade, covering reading, writing, speaking, and language through 12th grade.
How Delaware Differs
Delaware adopted its own Content Standards and offers senior electives like American Literature and Creative Writing alongside required courses.
How Delaware Language Arts Progresses
Students build reading foundations in early grades, sharpen analysis in middle school, and choose electives in high school.
How Delaware Assesses Language Arts
DeSSA tests Language Arts in select grades, with end-of-course expectations in high school supporting college readiness for Delaware graduates.
Common Questions from Delaware Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Delaware Language Arts?
StudyPug covers Delaware Language Arts from Kindergarten through 12th grade, plus senior electives like American Literature and Creative Writing.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade in the elementary, middle, or high school band - each course matches the Delaware Content Standards sequence taught in Delaware classrooms.
Does StudyPug help with the DeSSA Language Arts test?
Yes. Each course includes practice problems and step-by-step explanations based on real exams, so students can review the skills tested on the DeSSA.
Does the course order match what Delaware schools teach?
Yes. Courses follow the Delaware Content Standards sequence, so lessons align with the order and pacing used in Delaware classrooms.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling Language Arts?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for homeschooling families.
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