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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The books were part of an effort in the district to represent LGBTQ+ families in the English language arts curriculum. Jenny Gold, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2025 Superintendent Brad Sikora said the district is working to improve academic achievement after falling short of state learning standards for English/language arts, math and science. Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025 Between 2022 and 2024, the proportion of special education students across all grades proficient in both math and English language arts doubled. Jackie Mader, Christian Science Monitor, 9 June 2025 Children in Northwest’s program saw double-digit gains in English/language arts and math in post-tests, Black said. Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 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 9 Jul. 2025.

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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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