ELA Vocabulary

What is a simile in ELA? Get a clear definition, examples, simile vs. metaphor comparison, and K–8 practice problems — all in one place.

Learn what revising in ELA means in the writing process, how it differs from editing, with simple examples and grade-level tips for students.

What is point of view in ELA? Learn the definition, first- vs. third-person types, and grade-level examples to help students ace reading tests.

Learn what setting is in ELA with a clear definition, story examples, text evidence tips, and practice questions about time and place in literature.

Learn what sight words are, why they matter in early reading, and how students build fluency with key examples across grade levels.

What is phonemic awareness? Learn sound blending and segmenting examples, phonics skills, grade expectations, and reading support signs.

Understand plot in ELA with simple definitions, story structure examples, and parent-friendly questions to help kids improve reading comprehension at home.

Learn what a consonant digraph is in ELA with simple definitions, common digraph examples, phonics patterns, and reading skills for early literacy success.

Learn what a suffix is in ELA with simple definitions, common suffix examples, spelling patterns, and grade-level skills for reading and vocabulary growth.

Learn what a phoneme is, how phonemes support reading and phonics, and see simple examples students use in class and at home.