Vermont Language Arts Curriculum
Vermont Language Arts follows Vermont Adopted Standards, built for SBAC testing.
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Elementary School Language Arts
Foundational reading, writing, and language skills, one course per grade.
Kindergarten ELA
Reading literature, foundational reading skills, and writing for Kindergarten.
1st Grade ELA
Foundational reading skills, writing, and language and grammar for 1st grade.
2nd Grade ELA
Foundational reading, narrative writing, and language and grammar for 2nd grade.
3rd Grade ELA
Foundational reading, informational texts, and grammar for 3rd grade.
4th Grade ELA
Informational reading, literary analysis, and foundational writing skills for 4th grade.
5th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, and foundational writing skills for 5th grade.
Middle School Language Arts
Literary analysis, argument writing, and research leading to high school.
6th Grade ELA
Language and grammar, reading literature, and informational text skills for 6th grade.
7th Grade ELA
Language and grammar, informational reading, and literary analysis for 7th grade.
8th Grade ELA
Grammar, informational texts, and literary analysis for 8th grade English.
High School Language Arts
9th through 12th grade Language Arts, plus American Literature and Creative Writing.
9th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, writing, and speaking and listening.
American Literature
American literature, informational texts, and argumentative writing for high school English.
Foundations of Journalism
Informational reading, writing, and language skills for journalism.
Technical and Professional Communication
Speaking and listening, informational reading, and professional writing skills.
10th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, and language and grammar for 10th grade.
11th Grade ELA
Reading literature, informational texts, writing, and language for 11th grade English.
Creative Writing
Creative writing, language and grammar for high school English.
12th Grade ELA
Literary analysis, argumentative writing, and informational reading for 12th grade English.
Aligned with the Vermont Adopted Math/ELA Standards
Courses follow Vermont Adopted Math/ELA Standards and classroom pacing, so a student finds the exact skill their teacher covered that day.
- Mapped to Vermont Adopted ELA Standards, grade by grade
- Built-in review for the Vermont SBAC assessment
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Language Arts Curriculum by State
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About the Vermont Language Arts Curriculum
How Vermont Adopted ELA Standards Work
Vermont's Adopted ELA Standards define reading, writing, speaking, and language skills grade by grade for every student in the state.
How Vermont Differs
Vermont includes elective Language Arts courses at the high school level: American Literature, Creative Writing, and Foundations of Journalism.
How Vermont Language Arts Progresses
Vermont Language Arts moves from foundational literacy in Kindergarten through writing, research, and elective courses in 12th grade.
How Vermont Assesses Language Arts
Vermont uses the SBAC to assess Language Arts, and results inform student progress and college readiness planning in the upper grades.
Common Questions from Vermont Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Vermont Language Arts?
StudyPug covers Vermont Language Arts from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including grade-level courses and electives such as American Literature and Creative Writing.
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 your child's current class to go straight to the right lessons.
Does StudyPug help with Vermont's SBAC assessment?
Yes. Lessons and practice problems are aligned to the Vermont Adopted Standards, which the SBAC tests, and the practice is based on real exams.
Does the course order match what Vermont schools teach?
Yes. Courses follow the Vermont Adopted Standards sequence and typical classroom pacing, so each topic appears when a student's teacher is likely covering it.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and Vermont ELA standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for homeschool families.
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Last updated June 5, 2026
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