Resources
Valentine University is proud to release high-quality ELA resources designed specifically for Georgia’s new 2025–2026 grade English Language Arts standards. While these intitial resources are tailored to 8th grade ELA students and teachers, feel free to adjust these resources to your needs. Each resource reflects current research-based practices, emphasizes clarity and accessibility, and is built to help educators confidently implement the new standards.
While the resources below are fully free, additional Copyrighted VU reasources can be found on TPT. Additional classroom tools, will be available January 1, 2026. This ongoing development reflects the University’s commitment to meeting teachers’ real-world classroom needs and providing flexible, practical solutions for the modern ELA classroom.
Argumentative Writing
This Marzano-style note-taking and summarizing resource introduces students to the basics of argumentative writing.
Author’s Purpose & Audience
A structured tool that guides students in analyzing a text by identifying the author’s purpose, determining the intended audience, and examining key text features.
Student-Friendly Data Tracking
This data tracker helps teachers & students monitor progress over time. You can record your scores, set goals, and reflect on what you’re doing well and what you want to improve.
Compare & Contrast Graphic Organizer
This questioning-based graphic organizer helps students compare two texts by guiding them to analyze several text features. Ideal for gifted learners, this resource supports higher-level thinking, text evaluation, and evidence-based responses.
Research & Multiple Sources
This research organizer helps students organize text-based research projects. Ideal for strengthening research skills and project planning.
Jumping the DOK Ladder
Stuck on developing? This short presentation brings awareness and provides solutions for ELA teachers fighting the what vs. how battle. Get support with teaching students to analyze for craft moves made by an author.