ELD Overview and Proficiency Level Descriptors
Appendix A: Foundational Literacy Skills for English Learners
Appendix B: California English Language Development Standards Part II: Learning About How English Works
Appendix C: Theoretical Foundations and Research Base for California’s English Language Development Standards
Appendix D: Context, Development, and Validation of the California English Language Development Standards
Glossary of Key Terms
Grade K
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grades 9-10
Grades 11-12
The Correspondence Matrices provide a visual map of the correspondences and interconnected nature between the English Language Development Standards (communicative modes and language processes) and English Language Arts Standards for each strand and grade level (K-12).
Language Standards K-12
Reading Standards: Foundational Skills K-5
Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 6-12
Reading Standards for Informational Text K-12
Reading Standards for Literature K-12
Reading Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects 6-12
Speaking and Listening Standards K-12
Writing Standards K-12
Writing Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects 6-12
Grade K
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
California Department of Education
California Department of Education’s home page for the English Language Development Resources.
Brokers of Expertise
California Department of Education’s online tool to access and share resources, professional development, and best practices.
Understanding Language
Stanford University’s website featuring information and resources that support language development and learning in the content areas for English learners.
calendrier-scolaire.education
Sacramento County Office of Education - eStandards
Sacramento County Office of Education