ELA

ELA Units of Study

Multiple Perspectives

  • How can I learn from other’s perspectives?

  • How can I be open-minded and accepting of others?

Making a Difference

  • How can I contribute to my community through activism?

  • How can I use my qualities to make a difference in the lives of others?

Stories Worth Telling Again and Again

  • What is revealed through storytelling that helps me understand myself better?

  • How can reading folklore help me appreciate other cultures?

Inspiration and Discovery

  • How can others’ accomplishments inspire me?

  • How can challenges be conquered for positivity?

  • How can I use my talents, strengths, and interests in a positive way?

Writing

Paragraph Writing Skills

Personal Narrative

Opinion Writing

Expository How-to

Memoirs

Poetry is integrated throughout