English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework for California Public Schools - Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve - 2015 Edition

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English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework for California Public Schools: Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve (2015 edition) provides statewide guidance for educators to meet students’ literacy and English language development needs from kindergarten through grade twelve. The framework connects California Common Core State Standards for ELA/Literacy with California ELD Standards, emphasizing content-rich reading and writing, evidence-based discourse, analysis, and academic language development. It also outlines considerations for curriculum, instruction, assessment, access and equity, professional learning, instructional materials, and resources for effective implementation across grade bands.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages1084

Reading Time45 h 32 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction to the Framework

Chapter 1: Overview of the Standards

Chapter 2: Essential Considerations in ELA/Literacy and ELD Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Chapter 3: Content and Pedagogy: Transitional Kindergarten Through Grade One

Chapter 8: Assessment

Chapter 9: Access and Equity

Chapter 11: Implementing High-Quality ELA/Literacy and ELD Instruction

English Language Arts/ English Language Development Framework for California Public Schools Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve Developed by the Curriculum Framework and Evaluation Criteria Committee Adopted by the California State Board of Education Published by the California Department of Education Publishing Information When the English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework for California Public Schools: Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve (2015 edition) was adopted by the State Board of Education on July 9, 2014, the members of the State Board were as follows: Michael Kirst, President; Ilene Straus, Vice President; Sue Burr; Carl A. Cohn; Bruce Holaday; Aida Molina; Patricia Ann Rucker; Nicolasa Sandoval; Trish Boyd Williams; and Kenton Shimozaki, Student Member. The Executive Director was Karen Stapf Walters. The English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework for California Public Schools: Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve was prepared under the direction of the Curriculum Frameworks and Instructional Resources Division, California Department of Education (CDE). This publication was edited by Jim Collins, Owner, JC Write, working in cooperation with Cynthia Gunderson, Education Programs Consultant and Kristen Cruz Allen, Administrator, Curriculum Frameworks and Instructional Resources Division. Interior design and layout were done by Jim Collins. Cover design was done by Jim Collins. The framework was published by the California Department of Education, 1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814-5901, and distributed under provisions of the Library Distribution Act and Government Code Section 11096. © 2015 by the California Department of Education All rights reserved ISBN 978-0-8011-1756-9 Notice The guidance in the English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework for California Public Schools: Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve is not binding on local educational agencies or other entities. Except for the statutes, regulations, and court decisions that are referenced herein, the document is exemplary and compliance with it is not mandatory.(See Education Code Section 33308.5.) Contents Foreword iv Acknowledgments v Introduction to the Framework 1 Chapter 1: Overview of the Standards 15 Chapter 2: Essential Considerations in ELA/Literacy and ELD Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment 51 Chapter 3: Content and Pedagogy: Transitional Kindergarten Through Grade One 129 Chapter 4: Content and Pedagogy: Grades Two and Three 283 Chapter 5: Content and Pedagogy: Grades Four and Five 391 Chapter 6: Content and Pedagogy: Grades Six Through Eight 503 Chapter 7: Content and Pedagogy: Grades Nine Through Twelve 661 Chapter 8: Assessment 819 Chapter 9: Access and Equity 879 Chapter 10: Learning in the 21st Century 937 Chapter 11: Implementing High-Quality ELA/Literacy and ELD Instruction: Professional Learning, Leadership, and Program Supports 969 Chapter 12: Instructional Materials to Support the CA CCSS for ELA/Literacy and CA ELD Standards 1007 Appendix: Role of Literature in the Common Core State Standards and Book Resources for Teachers 1039 Resources 1053 Glossary of Selected Terms 1063 Foreword Today’s diverse students need to be prepared for tomorrow’s expanding literacy demands. With the English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework for California Public Schools: Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve (ELA/ELD Framework), we address the language needs of every student in California and provide guidance to prepare students for postsecondary education and/or careers. The ELA/ELD Framework forges a unique and unifying path between two interrelated sets of standards: the California Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (CA CCSS for ELA/Literacy) and the California English Language Development Standards (CA ELD Standards)

FAQs

What standards does the ELA/ELD Framework connect in California public schools?

It unifies the California Common Core State Standards for ELA/Literacy with the California English Language Development (ELD) Standards, emphasizing their interrelated alignment for effective instruction.

What kinds of instructional priorities does the framework emphasize for ELA and ELD?

It highlights building knowledge through balanced, content-rich texts; supporting reading, writing, and speaking with evidence; developing analytical, well-defended claims; and providing regular practice with complex texts and academic language.

Is the framework mandatory for local educational agencies?

No. The guidance is described as not binding, with compliance not mandatory except for referenced statutes, regulations, and court decisions.

Sep 28, 2026

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