icon backReturn to Entries

Middle School, Literature Curriculum

Middle school literature curriculum refers to the content, organization, and materials that comprise the course of study in Grades 6–8 English, language arts, or reading classes. Specific to gifted education, it describes the attributes and types of curricula that can develop advanced literary skills and understanding for talented readers, both in programs or courses for students with formally identified verbal talents, and in the general education setting.

Literature Curriculum Content

A number of characteristics define high-quality middle school literature curriculum for all readers, including those who are talented. In general, curriculum should be rooted in concepts, principles, ideas, and skills most essential to the disciplines related to literature (e.g., literary criticism, journalism, history); be relevant to the experience of young adolescents; facilitate the development of students' identities ...

  • Loading...
locked icon

Sign in to access this content

Get a 30 day FREE TRIAL

  • Watch videos from a variety of sources bringing classroom topics to life
  • Read modern, diverse business cases
  • Explore hundreds of books and reference titles