English 7

Course Overview

Seventh-grade ELA incorporates elements of language and writing skills, reading comprehension, and college readiness standards. The course is designed to help students master state-mandated objectives and to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. 

By course completion, students will be able to:

• Comprehend a wide variety of genres

• Identify central ideas and themes in literature

• Analyze literary elements used by authors and how they shape and convey messages

• Write formally and informally for a variety of audiences

• Write expository, analytical, and argumentative essays

• Understand their own writing process and the importance of revision

• Synthesize ideas and information from various sources

• Use writing and reading for inquiry, learning, thinking, and communicating

Summer Reading Assignment

7th Grade ELA Syllabus

Strittmatter Classroom Library Catalog

7th ELA Assignments Calendar

Required Materials/Class Supplies

1. iPad & Charger

Fully charged or own charger.

2. Earbuds for iPad

Especially if your child uses Learning Ally for books.

3. Independent Reading Book

Probably the most important item on this list. Please have your child come to class with a book of their choice for independent silent reading (ISR).

4. Composition Notebook

Brand does not matter, but the notebook should be bound instead of spiral.

5. Folder

Can be combined with other subject areas. Just a place to store papers.

6. Highlighters, Pencils, Pens

Different colored pens are preferable for making noticings in class.

7. Loose-Leaf Notebook Paper

8. Sticky Notes

9. Glue Stick 

10. Scissors