Middle school language arts focuses on helping students develop proper writing and reading skills. Composition, phonics, grammar, vocabulary, spelling, reading comprehension, and exposure to good literature are all part of a solid middle school language arts education.
The middle school years are among the most rewarding when it comes to language arts, especially for homeschooled students. The vivid imaginations of students in this age group will lead to outstanding creative work when given the right support. Middle school language arts is also extremely important in preparing students for the more advanced, rigorous experience that will come with high school English.
There are many different approaches to teaching middle school language arts to your homeschooled student – whether the Classical, mastery-based focus on English grammar, the Charlotte Mason-style immersion in literature, or Bible-based programs that teach reading and writing within a Christian worldview.
This section includes our recommendations for some of the best language arts curriculums available for homeschooled middle schoolers. If you have a question or would like more information about this topic, please email us!