North Dakota Language Arts Curriculum
Aligned to the North Dakota Content Standards (NDCS) and built for NDSA testing.
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Elementary School Language Arts
Foundational reading, writing, and language skills from Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Kindergarten ELA
Literature, informational texts, and foundational reading skills for Kindergarten.
1st Grade ELA
Foundational reading, writing, and language skills for 1st grade.
2nd Grade ELA
Foundational reading, writing, and language skills for 2nd grade.
3rd Grade ELA
Foundational reading, informational texts, and grammar for 3rd grade.
4th Grade ELA
Foundational reading skills, informational texts, and grammar for 4th grade.
5th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, and foundational writing skills for 5th grade.
Middle School Language Arts
Literature, argument writing, and grammar skills bridging into high school.
6th Grade ELA
Language and grammar, reading literature, and informational text skills for 6th grade.
7th Grade ELA
Grammar, informational reading, and literary analysis for 7th grade.
8th Grade ELA
Language and grammar, informational texts, and literary reading for 8th grade.
High School Language Arts
Grade-level courses plus American Literature, Creative Writing, and journalism.
9th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, writing, and speaking for 9th grade.
American Literature
American literary analysis, informational texts, and argumentative writing for high school.
Foundations of Journalism
Informational reading, journalistic writing, and language for high school journalism.
Technical and Professional Communication
Speaking, professional writing, and reading informational texts for workplace readiness.
10th Grade ELA
Literature analysis, informational reading, and argumentative writing for 10th grade English.
11th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, writing, and language for 11th grade English.
Creative Writing
Creative writing, grammar craft, and language skills for high school writers.
12th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, and writing for 12th grade English.
Aligned with the North Dakota Content Standards
Every lesson follows the North Dakota Content Standards grade by grade, matching the pacing students see in the classroom so they can find the exact skill their teacher covered that day.
- Mapped to ND Content Standards, grade by grade
- Built-in review for the North Dakota State Assessment (NDSA)
- Unlimited practice problems with step-by-step worked solutions
Language Arts Curriculum by State
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About the North Dakota Language Arts Curriculum
How ND Content Standards Work
North Dakota sets its own Language Arts standards, organized by grade-level reading, writing, speaking, and language strands from Kindergarten through 12th grade.
How North Dakota Differs
North Dakota's high school sequence adds elective courses - American Literature, Creative Writing, and journalism - alongside the core grade-level ELA progression.
How North Dakota Language Arts Progresses
Students move from foundational phonics in early grades through analytical writing in middle school and into elective and specialized courses in high school.
How North Dakota Assesses Language Arts
The NDSA tests Language Arts in selected grades; high school readiness is tracked through end-of-course assessments and college readiness measures.
Common Questions from North Dakota Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for North Dakota Language Arts?
StudyPug covers North Dakota Language Arts from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including elementary, middle school, and high school elective courses.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band - elementary, middle, or high school - and select the course name that matches your child's current class or textbook.
Does StudyPug help with the North Dakota State Assessment?
Yes. Practice problems and lessons are organized around the ND Content Standards and based on real exams, including the North Dakota State Assessment (NDSA).
Does the course order match what North Dakota schools teach?
Yes. Lessons follow the North Dakota Content Standards sequence grade by grade, so the order matches typical classroom pacing across the state.
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 solid fit for homeschool Language Arts programs.
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Last updated June 5, 2026
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