
Idaho Language Arts Curriculum
Idaho language arts, aligned to the Idaho Content Standards and built for ISAT.
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Elementary School Language Arts
Reading, writing, and language skills from Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Kindergarten ELA
Phonics, story comprehension, and informational text for kindergarten ELA.

1st Grade ELA
Nouns and verbs, phonics, and opinion writing for 1st grade ELA.

2nd Grade ELA
Phonics, grammar conventions, and writing skills aligned to CCSS.

3rd Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, vocabulary strategies, and opinion writing for 3rd grade.

4th Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, opinion writing, and vocabulary skills aligned to CCSS.

5th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, language conventions, and writing aligned to CCSS.
Middle School Language Arts
Literary analysis, argument, and research skills in 6th through 8th grade.
High School Language Arts
Core language arts plus electives in literature, writing, and journalism.

9th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argument writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS.

American Literature
Literary analysis, informational texts, and argumentative writing aligned to CCSS.

Foundations of Journalism
News writing, media literacy, and argument aligned to CCSS ELA.

Technical and Professional Communication
Argumentative writing, informational texts, and speaking skills aligned to CCSS.

10th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argument writing, and language conventions aligned to CCSS 9-10.

11th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational text for Idaho high school ELA.

Creative Writing
Narrative writing, figurative language, and revision for Idaho high school.

12th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS.
Aligned with the Idaho Content Standards
Idaho's language arts sequence follows the Idaho Content Standards, matching classroom pacing so students can find the exact skill covered that day.
- Mapped to the Idaho Content Standards, grade by grade
- ISAT review built into every grade-level course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions

Language Arts Curriculum by State
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About the Idaho Language Arts Curriculum
How Idaho Content Standards Works
Idaho's language arts standards are set by the State Department of Education and organized into reading, writing, speaking, and language strands.
How Idaho Differs
Idaho adds electives such as American Literature and Foundations of Journalism to its high school sequence alongside core grade-level language arts.
How Idaho Language Arts Progresses
Students progress from phonics and foundational reading in Kindergarten through argument writing in 8th grade and into specialized senior electives.
How Idaho Assesses Language Arts
ISAT assesses language arts at multiple grade levels; high school students may also meet graduation requirements through end-of-course assessments.
Common Questions from Idaho Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Idaho language arts?
StudyPug covers Idaho language arts from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including electives such as American Literature and Creative Writing.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse the grade bands - elementary, middle, and high school - and select the course that matches the name your child's teacher uses.
Does StudyPug help my child prepare for the ISAT?
Yes - lessons and practice are organized around the Idaho Content Standards that the ISAT tests, with exercises based on real exams.
Does the order of topics match what my child's school teaches?
Yes - courses follow the Idaho Content Standards sequence, so topics appear in the same order your child's teacher is likely to use.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes - lessons are organized by grade and standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, with no set schedule required.
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