The Language Arts Placement Tests are one of the tools we offer to help you assess your students’ abilities at various grade levels. These are especially helpful for those who are new to homeschooling. You should use the placement tests along with the scope and sequence, sample lessons and your own knowledge of your students’ abilities to make informed decisions on your student’s placement.
Begin by using the Grade Level Placement Test for your student's current grade or the grade just completed. This will reveal skills your student has likely mastered as well as any possible problem areas.
Since LLATL has regular reviews built into each level that can help students “catch up,” if your student has a few problem areas it does not mean they need to drop down a grade. Using the placement tests as a guide, look for opportunities to reinforce the needed skills throughout the school year.
If your student answers everything correctly, use the next Grade Level Placement Test. Some students who have a good foundation may still answer correctly. Before deciding to move them up a grade, consider the following:
While students will not be harmed by dropping back one grade or skipping forward one grade, we recommend staying at grade level unless there are extraordinary circumstances.
LLATL Placement Tests are helpful for families using a homeschool curriculum, allowing parents to ensure their child is placed correctly within the Learning Language Arts Through Literature series. By reviewing the scope and sequence and our sample lessons, you can further fine-tune your student's placement.
Begin by using the Grade Level Placement Test for your student's current grade or the grade just completed. This will reveal skills your student has likely mastered as well as any possible problem areas.
Since LLATL has regular reviews built into each level that can help students “catch up,” if your student has a few problem areas it does not mean they need to drop down a grade. Using the placement tests as a guide, look for opportunities to reinforce the needed skills throughout the school year.
If your student answers everything correctly, use the next Grade Level Placement Test. Some students who have a good foundation may still answer correctly. Before deciding to move them up a grade, consider the following:
- The placement tests cannot cover every skill.
- Also, each level of LLATL integrates language arts skills, but each also emphasizes different skills and enrichment activities intended to strengthen the student’s foundation.
- Finally, an important goal of LLATL is to encourage the reading of great literature. Each level introduces the student to dozens of these books. Being exposed to them will enrich your student’s education.
While students will not be harmed by dropping back one grade or skipping forward one grade, we recommend staying at grade level unless there are extraordinary circumstances.
LLATL Placement Tests are helpful for families using a homeschool curriculum, allowing parents to ensure their child is placed correctly within the Learning Language Arts Through Literature series. By reviewing the scope and sequence and our sample lessons, you can further fine-tune your student's placement.
LLATL Placement Tests by Grade Level
- The Blue Book – First Grade Skills
- The Red Book – Second Grade Skills
- The Yellow Book – Third Grade Skills
- The Orange Book – Fourth Grade Skills
- The Purple Book – Fifth Grade Skills
- The Tan Book – Sixth Grade Skills
- The Green Book - Seventh Grade Skills
- The Gray Book - Eighth Grade Skills
- The Gold Book - High School Skills
High School Placement Test
For students transitioning to high school, we offer the High School Placement Test (Gold Placement Test).
**We offer only one Gold Placement Test. If your student scores well on the Placement, they should do well in the Gold Book – World Literature, the Gold Book - American Literature, or The Gold Book - British Literature. We recommend using Literary Criticism in 12th grade.
**We offer only one Gold Placement Test. If your student scores well on the Placement, they should do well in the Gold Book – World Literature, the Gold Book - American Literature, or The Gold Book - British Literature. We recommend using Literary Criticism in 12th grade.
Why Use LLATL Placement Tests?
- Provides Information for Customizing Your Homeschool Curriculum: Whether your child is in elementary school, middle school, or high school, our language arts placement tests will help you customize your curriculum to best meet the needs of your student. For example, for students who may be behind, you can choose activities from two levels to bring them up to grade level.
- Tailored for Homeschooling Families: Placement tests are designed with homeschooling testing needs in mind, making it easy to determine where your child fits in the LLATL curriculum.
- Holistic Skill Assessment: The placement tests are structured to evaluate key skills in language arts, including reading comprehension, grammar, and writing, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of your child’s academic readiness.
How to Use the LLATL Placement Tests
- Start at Your Student’s Current Grade Level: Use the grade level placement test that corresponds to your child’s current level. Whether it’s the 3rd grade placement test, the 7th grade placement test, or the high school placement test, you’ll find an appropriate starting point.
- Proceed Forward or Backward: If your student finds the material too easy or too difficult, move forward or backward one grade in the series to gain more information about your students’ skill level. These tests allow for customizing between levels, ensuring students are not overwhelmed or under-challenged.
- Review Scope and Sequence: Use the scope and sequence to gain insight into the skills covered at each grade level, helping you make informed decisions.
- Check Sample Lessons: Sample lessons are available to preview the curriculum and see how it aligns with your child’s abilities.
Conclusion
Choosing the right Language Arts Placement Test is the first step in setting your student up for success in their homeschool curriculum. Whether you're preparing your child for middle school, high school, or simply evaluating their progress at any grade level, our placement tests will guide you in making informed decisions about their education.
