language arts

plural noun

: the subjects (such as reading, spelling, literature, and composition) that aim at developing the student's comprehension and capacity for use of written and oral language

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Helping kids struggling with learning Jen Russ, a New Jersey public school teacher with 17 years of experience in English language arts from grades 5–12 in general and special education, sees opportunity for AI to be leveraged in the classroom. Rachel Curry, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025 In New Lenox’s District 210, about 52% are proficient in English/language arts and about 51% are proficient in math. Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025 The case hinges on several picture books with LGBTQ+ themes that were added to MCPS’ language arts curriculum in 2022, including Robin Stevenson and Julie McLaughlin’s Pride Puppy and Uncle Bobby’s Wedding by Sarah Brannen and Lucia Soto. Samantha Riedel, Them, 23 Jan. 2025 Butler is still listed on the school’s staff directory as of Jan. 13 as a language arts teacher and assistant athletic director. Mike Stunson, Kansas City Star, 13 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for language arts

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First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of language arts was in 1896

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“Language arts.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/language%20arts. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

language arts

plural noun
: the subjects (as reading, spelling, and composition) that aim at developing the student's understanding and skills for using language
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