Language Arts

Language Arts Curriculum Information

Language Arts - The Big Picture

The subject area known as Language Arts incorporates the processes of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Reading is the foundation upon which all other learning is based, so is therefore the most emphasized of the processes.

The comprehensive instructional program of Frederick County Public Schools is based on the five essential components of good reading instruction as outlined in No Child Left Behind:

• Phonemic Awareness - the knowledge and manipulation of sounds in spoken words

• Phonics - the relationship between written and spoken letters and sounds

• Fluency - the ability to read with accuracy, appropriate rate, expressions and phrasing

• Vocabulary - the knowledge of words, their definitions and context

• Comprehension - the understanding of meaning in text

• Additional Fluency Information

• Additional Comprehension Information

• 6+1 Traits of Writing

Resources:
•Phonics Key Song
•Fluency Brochure
•Vocabulary Brochure
•Visitor's Guide to Language Arts
•Glossary of Reading Terms
•Reading Is Fundamental
•Sight Words With Samson