Bring the world to ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp with a proven PreK–5 literacy curriculum
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) is the leading early literacy curriculum grounded in the Science of Reading. By combining knowledge-building and research-based foundational skills, our instruction guides educators in developing strong readers, writers, and thinkers.
With a powerful online platform and a parallel Spanish language arts curriculum, ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA provides a comprehensive solution for PreK–5 educators and ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp. Para la versión en español, haga clic aquí.
Background knowledge drives results
The ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA PreK–5 literacy curriculum equips ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp with rich knowledge that intentionally builds to inspire curiosity and drive results. Explore research revealing the power of our knowledge-based curriculum including a study that meets qualifications for ESSA Tier I: Strong Evidence.
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA serves
38,000+
Classrooms
2,700,000+
Students
50
U.S. States and D.C.
Independently and rigorously reviewed
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA is among the few curricula that is both recognized by the Knowledge Matters Campaign—for its excellence in intentionally building knowledge—and rated all-green on EdReports, earning green scores across all gateways.
Our approach
Grounded in the Science of Reading and following the Core Knowledge approach, the ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA PreK–5 curriculum combines rich content knowledge in history, science, literature, and the arts with systematic, research-based foundational skills instruction.
Grounded in the Science of Reading
As the first publisher to build a curriculum based on the Science of Reading, we put research into action with explicit systematic foundational skills instruction alongside a proven knowledge-building sequence. In collaboration with education experts and practitioners, we provide powerful resources that drive real results. Explore our Science of Reading success stories.
Developing foundational skills with explicit, systematic instruction
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA’s research-based scope and sequence progresses from simple to more complex skill development, starting with phonological and phonemic awareness. Instruction guides you in explicitly teaching the 150 spellings for the 44 sounds of English, with an intentional progression and review of skills to set your ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp up for success.
Following a proven knowledge-building approach
Following the Core Knowledge Sequence–a content-specific, cumulative, and coherent approach to building knowledge–¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp dig deeper and make connections across content areas to build a robust knowledge base for comprehending complex texts. See how the Core Knowledge curriculum is proven to improve reading scores and eliminate achievement gaps.
Built in partnership with the Core Knowledge Foundation
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA is the premier high-quality instructional materials offering for elementary language arts, built in partnership with the Core Knowledge Foundation to help ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp effectively develop deep content knowledge and foundational skills.
Cultivating biliteracy with parallel English and Spanish programs
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp Caminos is the perfect Spanish language arts partner to ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA. The aligned programs combine rich content knowledge with systematic foundational skills instruction grounded in the Science of Reading that follows biliteracy principles, and supports multiple teaching models.
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA efficacy study
Tier I ESSA Evidence: ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA knowledge-building improves achievement.
What’s included
The program provides engaging print and multimedia materials designed to build a robust literacy-rich foundation in every classroom.
High-quality teacher materials
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA teachers effectively deliver instruction with print and digital resources, including:
- Teacher Guides with embedded differentiation.
- Formal and informal assessments.
- Ready-made and customizable lesson slides.
- Trade books and Novel Guides.
- Teacher resources and on-demand professional development.
Immersive student resources
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp stay engaged with a variety of print and digital resources, including:
- Original decodables and read-aloud Big Books (K–2), Student Readers (3–5), and trade books (K–5).
- Student Activity Books with embedded assessments (K–5).
- Research units for independent research built around a trade book (K–5).
- Poet’s Journal and Writer’s Journal (write-in student readers for Grades 4–5).
- to support immersive, problem-based learning in Grades 3–5.
Hands-on phonics materials
Multisensory phonics and foundational skills resources help ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp practice key skills using fun, varied approaches that build independence.
- Chaining Folder (K)
- Letter Cards (K–2)
- Syllable Cards (K–2)
- Image Cards (K–3)
- Blending Picture Cards (K)
- Consonant and Vowel Code Flip Books (1–2)
- Exclusive digital Sound Library
Robust digital experience
¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA teacher and student resources are available through a digital experience platform that enhances instruction and saves you time. With everything you need in one place, you can effectively plan lessons, present content, and review student work.
- Ready-made yet customizable lesson presentation slide decks
- Dynamic live-review student tool
- Interactive and student-friendly experience
- LMS integration
- Knowledge Builder animated videos
- Recorded Read-Alouds
- Professional development website
- Real-time program support via email, live chat, and phone
English Language Learner program
Language Studio, designed for ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA, provides WIDA-aligned daily instruction for English Language Learners to deepen their academic English.
Writing explorations program
A unique companion for ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp CKLA, Writing Studio provides a deep dive into informational, narrative, and opinion writing to build strong, passionate writers.
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