Fifth Grade English Language Arts (ELA) in New Hampshire schools centers on refining advanced literacy skills. Students engage with diverse texts, analyzing themes, perspectives, and literary elements. Vocabulary enrichment and critical thinking are emphasized. Writing instruction focuses on crafting well-organized essays, narratives, and reports, with a strong emphasis on supporting arguments with evidence and using advanced grammar. Students participate in discussions to enhance communication skills. Lessons are designed to align with state standards, preparing students for middle school literacy challenges.