CALIFORNIA ELD STANDARDS
Why Use Standards-Based ELD Tools


How We Align with California ELD Standards
The Language Tree Online lesson modules follow the Universal Design for Learning and SDAIE frameworks. They provide flexibility in the ways that students can access, engage with, and demonstrate knowledge of materials. Our lessons and assessments cover the entire breadth and depth of the CA 2012 ELD standards — including all the multiple language skills and functions for each individual standard.
Review our scope and sequence to see how our lessons align with the CA 2012 ELD standards.
Figure 1: Our ELD programs are in lock-step with the California 2012 ELD Standards.
The Importance of an Age and Level-Appropriate ELD Curriculum
Multilingual learners in the secondary grades are not the same as those in elementary. Teens and pre-teens have different experiences, background knowledge, and cultural references. Therefore, it's important to use resources that were designed specifically for this age group. Our standard-based ELD curriculum focuses specifically on the needs of multilingual learners in grades 6-12. It presents realistic peer-to-peer interactions and topics that are developmentally appropriate for middle and high school students.
Our comprehensive programs and resources for English learners address language development expectations along the continuum of the Newcomer/Emerging and Expanding levels.
- ELD Level 1 is designed for Newcomers and Emerging level English learners with 0-24 months of study
- ELD Level 2 is designed for Expanding level English learners and long-term English learners (LTELs) who are on the cusp of re-designation

What is Designated ELD ?
Watch this video featuring David Noyes, Language Tree Online lead curriculum developer and a National Board-certified English Language Development Coach. You’ll learn:
- What does “Designated ELD” mean and why is this important?
- How do the CA 2012 ELD standards fit into this instructional time
- How the Language Tree Online program works with Designated ELD

What Do Teachers Think About Our Program
Hear what a teacher has to say about her experience with Language Tree Online.