Maine Language Arts Curriculum
Aligned to the Maine Learning Results and built for Maine assessments.
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Elementary School Language Arts
Foundational reading, writing, and language skills, one course per grade.
Kindergarten ELA
Phonics, story comprehension, and informational text for kindergarten ELA.
1st Grade ELA
Nouns and verbs, phonics, and sentence conventions for Grade 1 ELA.
2nd Grade ELA
Phonics, grammar conventions, and opinion writing for 2nd grade ELA.
3rd Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, vocabulary strategies, and opinion writing for Grade 3.
4th Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, opinion writing, and vocabulary skills aligned to CCSS.
5th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, language conventions, and opinion writing aligned to CCSS.
Middle School Language Arts
Literary analysis, argument writing, and the bridge to high school ELA.
6th Grade ELA
Figurative language, conventions, and literary analysis for Grade 6 ELA aligned to CCSS.
7th Grade ELA
Argumentative writing, grammar conventions, and figurative language for Grade 7 ELA.
8th Grade ELA
Argument writing, language conventions, and narrative craft aligned to CCSS.
High School Language Arts
Grade-level ELA plus American Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, and Technical Communication.
9th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argument writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS.
American Literature
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS.
Foundations of Journalism
News writing, source evaluation, and multimedia storytelling 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 textual evidence aligned to CCSS ELA grades 9-10.
11th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational text aligned to CCSS ELA 11-12.
Creative Writing
Narrative techniques, figurative language, and creative writing craft for high school.
12th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS ELA 11-12.
Aligned with the Maine Learning Results
Every lesson is organized around the Maine Learning Results and follows the pacing students see in class, so a student can find the exact skill their teacher covered and work through it step by step.
- Mapped to Maine Learning Results standards, grade by grade
- Built-in review for Maine Through Year assessments
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Language Arts Curriculum by State
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About the Maine Language Arts Curriculum
How Maine Learning Results Works
Maine sets its Language Arts expectations through the Maine Learning Results, which organize skills in reading, writing, speaking, and language from Kindergarten through 12th grade.
How Maine Differs
Maine's high school sequence extends beyond grade-level ELA to include named elective courses - American Literature, Creative Writing, Foundations of Journalism, and Technical and Professional Communication.
How Maine Language Arts Progresses
Students build from foundational literacy in the early grades through literary analysis in the middle years, then into specialized writing and communication courses in high school.
How Maine Assesses Language Arts
Maine uses the Through Year assessment across multiple grade levels, measuring reading and writing skills aligned to the Maine Learning Results throughout the school year.
Common Questions from Maine Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Maine Language Arts?
StudyPug covers Maine Language Arts from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including high school electives such as American Literature, Creative Writing, Foundations of Journalism, and Technical and Professional Communication.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band - elementary, middle, or high school - then select the course name that matches what your child's teacher is using this year.
Does StudyPug help with Maine's Through Year assessment?
Yes. Practice problems and lessons are built around the Maine Learning Results, the same standards the Through Year assessment is based on real exams from Maine's testing program.
Does the lesson order match what Maine schools teach?
Lessons follow the Maine Learning Results sequence and typical classroom pacing, so students can work alongside what their teacher is covering at any point in the year.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and Maine Learning Results standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them well suited for a home learning environment.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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