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Curriculum Guide

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Helpful resources for parents and tutors, all in one place.

Learning Made Easier to Understand

Washington State’s learning standards outline the skills students develop throughout school. The official standards are a valuable resource, but the details can be difficult to navigate when you simply want to understand what your learner is working on.

We created this guide to make that information easier to explore. You’ll find learning highlights for each grade level group in mathematics, English language arts, science, and social studies, along with simple ways to support learning at home. Each section also links to the official Washington standards for families and tutors who would like more detail.

🔢 Mathematics

Mathematics helps students develop number sense, recognize patterns, and approach problems with confidence. As they progress, they learn to explain their reasoning and apply mathematical ideas to everyday situations.

Learning by Grade Level

K–2Counting, addition and subtraction, place value, shapes, measurement, and early work with data.
3–5Multiplication and division, fractions, decimals, measurement, and flexible problem-solving strategies.
6–8Ratios, proportional relationships, equations, geometry, statistics, and interpreting data.
9–12Algebra, functions, geometry, mathematical modeling, statistics, and data analysis.
💡 Learning Beyond the Classroom: Try doubling a recipe, estimating a grocery total, or comparing prices together. These everyday activities give students a chance to practice math and explain their thinking.
Explore WA Math Standards ↗

📖 English Language Arts

English language arts builds the reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills students use in every subject. As their skills grow, students learn to understand increasingly complex texts, communicate their ideas clearly, and evaluate the information they encounter.

Learning by Grade Level

K–2Letter sounds, phonics, early reading, vocabulary, speaking, and beginning writing.
3–5Reading comprehension, organized writing, vocabulary development, discussion, and introductory research.
6–8Text analysis, evidence-based writing, discussion, research, and evaluating sources.
9–12Complex text analysis, writing for different audiences, research, media literacy, and digital communication.
💡 Learning Beyond the Classroom: Read together and talk about what a story or article means. Encourage your learner to share their thoughts and point to details in the text that support their ideas.
Explore WA ELA Standards ↗

🔬 Science

Science encourages students to explore the world through observation, investigation, and discovery. They learn to ask questions, test ideas, use evidence, and develop explanations for the physical and natural world.

Learning by Grade Level

K–2Plants and animals, weather, materials, motion, and careful observation.
3–5Ecosystems, energy, Earth systems, scientific investigations, and engineering design.
6–8Cells and body systems, forces, chemical reactions, Earth and space systems, and scientific models.
9–12Life science, physical science, Earth and space science, engineering, and evidence-based explanations.
💡 Learning Beyond the Classroom: Keep a weather journal, grow a plant, or test a simple design. Ask your learner to make a prediction, observe what happens, and talk about what they discovered.
Explore WA Science Standards ↗

🌎 Social Studies

Social studies helps students understand the people, places, and events that shape our communities and the wider world. Through history, geography, civics, and economics, they learn to consider different perspectives and make sense of the past and present.

Learning by Grade Level

K–2Families, communities, maps, rules, citizenship, and how people meet their needs.
3–5Washington and U.S. history, geography, government, communities, and economics.
6–8World history, Washington state history, early U.S. history, civics, geography, and interpreting sources.
9–12U.S. and world history, civics, economics, contemporary issues, and evaluating historical evidence.
💡 Learning Beyond the Classroom: Explore a map, learn about a local historical event, or compare two accounts of the same story. Talk about what each source tells you and what questions you still have.
Explore WA Social Studies Standards ↗

Every Learner Has Their Own Path

Learning standards provide a helpful roadmap, but every student brings different strengths, interests, and needs to the classroom. Whether your learner could use extra support or is ready for a new challenge, DoubleJump offers personalized tutoring to help them build skills and confidence.

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These summaries introduce broad learning goals for groups of grade levels. They are not complete grade-by-grade standards or a replacement for a school’s curriculum. Washington adopted revised mathematics and English language arts standards in 2026. Schools may begin using them in 2026–27, and they are required beginning in 2027–28. The science highlights are based on Washington’s current 2013 NGSS-based standards; revised science standards are under review and have not yet been formally adopted. The social studies highlights reflect Washington’s 2019 standards. Exact course sequences may differ by district. For complete and current requirements, refer to the official OSPI resources linked above. DoubleJump Tutoring is not affiliated with or endorsed by OSPI. Last reviewed: November 2026.