Grade 7 English Language Arts — Canadian Curriculum Guide
Grade 7 English Language Arts develops critical digital citizenship and analytical skills, builds sophisticated language use, advances literary analysis capabilities, and introduces persuasive writing alongside varied writing forms.
Curriculum Units
Literacy Connections and Applications
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Students explore media literacy, critical evaluation of digital content, responsible online behaviour, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
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- Digital Citizenship and Critical Analysis
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Foundations of Language
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Students explore academic vocabulary, rhetorical devices, tone and style, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
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- Sophisticated Language Use
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Comprehension
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Students explore symbolism, irony, unreliable narrators, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
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- Advanced Analysis
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Composition
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Students explore thesis statements, counterarguments, evidence-based writing, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
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- Persuasive and Varied Writing
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What Your Child Will Learn in Grade 7 English
Critically analyze digital media and practice responsible digital citizenship
Use sophisticated vocabulary and language structures
Analyze complex literary texts for theme, symbolism, and irony
Evaluate arguments and identify rhetorical techniques
Write persuasive essays with well-structured arguments
Write across varied forms (narrative, expository, persuasive)
Present arguments and analysis effectively in multiple formats
Parent Tips for Grade 7 English
Discuss media messages together — analyze advertisements, social media posts, and news articles for bias and persuasive techniques.
Encourage your child to read a diverse range of authors and genres to build vocabulary and analytical skills.
Practice debate at the dinner table — pick a topic and argue different sides to develop persuasive thinking skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What English skills should a Grade 7 student have in Canada?
Grade 7 students should critically analyze digital media, use sophisticated vocabulary, identify literary devices like symbolism and irony, write persuasive essays with structured arguments, and demonstrate responsible digital citizenship.
Is persuasive writing taught in Grade 7?
Yes. Grade 7 is when persuasive writing becomes a formal focus. Students learn to construct thesis statements, support arguments with evidence, address counterarguments, and write for specific audiences.
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