What You Should Know

What grade levels does English Skills in Action serve?

English Skills in Action is a leveled program (Levels A–F), which allows teachers to quickly match learning materials with student abilities. Levels A–F align closely with typical K–6 proficiency levels.

Is the program award winning?

English Skills in Action was adapted from Skills, an award-winning ELL program originally published in Sweden by Natur & Kultur. Skills won the award for Best European Learning Materials.

What language skills does the program cover?

English Skills in Action leverages the four domains of language— listening, speaking, reading, and writing, ensuring a comprehensive approach to English language acquisition.

Can English Skills in Action be used in public school districts?

Absolutely. The program can be used in public schools, districts, private schools, libraries, and learning centers to support English learners.

Is the program aligned with any ELL standards?

English Skills in Action was developed in alignment with WIDA standards for multilingual learners.

What materials are included for teachers and students?

The program includes Student Workbooks, Teacher Guides, and access to the LP Digital Library where teachers can access numerous digital resources, including listening exercises, reproducibles, and more.

How does the program support diverse learners?

English Skills in Action is designed to meet the needs of ELLs at various proficiency levels, offering differentiated activities and scaffolding to ensure all learners succeed.

Is product training available for teachers?

Loyola Press offers product training to help educators implement the program effectively.

Can the program be adapted for remote or hybrid learning?

Yes, with its combination of print and digital resources, English Skills in Action can be used flexibly in traditional, remote, or hybrid settings.

Need more information?

See languagearts.loyolapress.com for more information including online samples, correlations, and more.