ELD 1B is designed to be print rich including dictated stories, listening to literature, choral and shared stories. This course is designed for students who have some knowledge of English, including a limited knowledge of vocabulary, sentence structure, reading and writing. Instruction will include language development in reading, listening, speaking and writing. Students will begin building cognitive academic language proficiency. This course is for advanced learners of English as an additional language.
Students read non-sheltered literature, various short stories and poetry.
This course combines writing and public speaking to expand experiences with literature and prepare students for mainstream English classes.