ELA Vocabulary

Learn what parallelism means in ELA, see simple examples, discover common mistakes, and help students write clearer, more balanced sentences.

Learn what allusion means in ELA, explore simple examples, understand how it adds meaning in literature, and help students recognize allusions with confidence.

What is summary in ELA? Clear definition, retell vs. summary examples, grade-level breakdown, and home practice tips for students and parents.

Cause and effect in ELA — clear definition, signal words, real examples, and a grade-level breakdown for students and parents.

Literal vs. nonliteral language in ELA — clear definitions, real examples, figurative language types, and grade-level tips for students and parents.

What is narrative writing in ELA? Clear definition, real examples, grade-level breakdown, and home practice tips for students and parents.

What is a topic sentence in ELA? Clear definition, weak vs. strong examples, grade-level breakdown, and practical tips for parents and teachers.

What is chronological order in ELA? Clear definition, signal word list, real examples, and a grade-level breakdown — plus tips for parents and teachers.

What is compare and contrast in ELA? Clear definition, real examples, grade-level breakdown, and writing structure tips for parents and teachers.

What is decoding in ELA? Clear definition, step-by-step examples, and a K–12 grade-level guide for parents and teachers.