English Language Arts 2 Summit provides a well-balanced approach to literacy that connects reading, writing, grammar, word study (including vocabulary and spelling), and handwriting into one integrated program. The course comprises 12 thematic units. Each unit contains workshops in which reading, writing, and word study are anchored by a focus text. Through read-aloud videos, independent reading, and close reading activities, students explore both classic and contemporary works in different genres and formats—fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and magazines. Through studying model writing from the reading selections, students use the writing process to complete a variety of short and long compositions. Students learn about grammar, usage, and mechanics and apply those skills as they write, revise, and proofread their work. Students grow their vocabulary by learning the meanings of words from the reading selections, as well as their ability to determine word meanings through strategy-based instruction on concepts such as word relationships, context clues, and word parts. Foundational concepts of phonological awareness and phonics are also included. Spelling instruction focuses on common spelling patterns and understanding how to apply them to words beyond those on the spelling lists.

Unit 1: Problems and Solutions

Unit 2: Bears

Unit 3: Dinosaurs

Unit 4: Insects

Unit 5: Interesting People

Unit 6: Fables

Unit 7: Celebrate Who We Are

Unit 8: Sadiq and the Desert Star

Unit 9: Stories Old and New

Unit 10: Awesome Animals

Unit 11: Ancient Rome

Unit 12: Animal Helpers