Mississippi Language Arts Curriculum
Aligned to the MS College Career Ready Standards and built for state assessments.
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Elementary School Language Arts
Foundational reading, writing, and language skills, one course per grade.
Kindergarten ELA
Phonics, literary reading, and informational text for kindergarten.
1st Grade ELA
Nouns and verbs, sentence conventions, and vocabulary for MS 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 aligned to CCSS.
4th Grade ELA
Relative pronouns, opinion writing, and figurative language aligned to CCSS.
5th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, language conventions, and writing aligned to CCSS ELA Grade 5.
Middle School Language Arts
Literary analysis, argument writing, and grammar bridging into high school.
6th Grade ELA
Figurative language, grammar conventions, and literary analysis aligned to CCSS.
7th Grade ELA
Argumentative writing, language conventions, and vocabulary for Grade 7 ELA.
8th Grade ELA
Grammar conventions, argumentative writing, and figurative language aligned to CCSS.
High School Language Arts
Grade-level ELA plus American Literature, Creative Writing, and journalism.
9th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argument writing, and informational text aligned to CCSS ELA 9-10.
American Literature
American literary themes, textual analysis, 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 aligned to CCSS ELA.
10th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and CCSS rhetoric for high school ELA.
11th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS ELA 11-12.
Creative Writing
Narrative techniques, figurative language, and creative writing craft aligned to CCSS ELA 11-12.
12th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational texts aligned to CCSS ELA 11-12.
Aligned with the Mississippi MS College Career Ready Standards
Courses follow the MS College Career Ready Standards and match classroom pacing, so students find the exact skill their teacher covered and work through it step by step.
- Mapped to MS College Career Ready Standards, grade by grade
- Built-in review for Mississippi state assessments
- Unlimited practice problems with step-by-step worked solutions
Language Arts Curriculum by State
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About the Mississippi Language Arts Curriculum
How MS College Career Ready Standards Work
Mississippi sets its own Language Arts standards, organized by grade into reading, writing, speaking, and language strands that build each year.
How Mississippi Differs
Mississippi's high school sequence includes dedicated courses in American Literature, Creative Writing, and Technical Communication alongside grade-level ELA.
How Mississippi Language Arts Progresses
Students move from foundational literacy in early grades through literary analysis in middle school and into specialized senior courses by 11th and 12th grade.
How Mississippi Assesses Language Arts
MAAP tests Language Arts in tested grades, with SATP assessments supporting high school readiness and college readiness tracked through 11th and 12th grade coursework.
Common Questions from Mississippi Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Mississippi Language Arts?
StudyPug covers Mississippi Language Arts from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including elementary, middle school, and high school courses.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade level or course name - each course lists the MS College Career Ready Standards it covers so you can match it to your child's current class.
Does StudyPug help with Mississippi state Language Arts tests?
Yes. Practice problems and lessons are organized around the MS College Career Ready Standards, based on real exams including MAAP assessments.
Does the course order match what Mississippi schools teach?
Yes. Courses follow the MS College Career Ready Standards sequence, so topics appear in the same order students encounter them in Mississippi classrooms.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for homeschool families.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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