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ELA
Shmoop's the word.
Shmoop started as a way to bring literature to life. And while we've expanded into pretty much every other subject under the sun, English Language Arts still hold a special place in our hearts. Our ELA resources run the gamut from courses on classic literature to glossaries that define words like zeugma. Browse all our resources, and join the ranks of Shmoop Bookworms.
Courses
Here's just a sampling of our ELA courses. We've got everything from The Great Gatsby to Pop Culture Literacy, so grab a comfy chair and get to studying. Check out our COURSE CATALOG and browse by subject for more.
Response to Intervention (RTI)
More ELA drills than you can Shake a Speare at.
Study Guides
We have over a thousand ELA study guides, and they're all 100% free. Whether you're a fan of Doctor Zhivago or Doctor Seuss, we've got you covered.
Videos
Thousands of videos to get you visual learners on board. Think Monty Python meets your dorky 10th-grade English teacher.
Writing Resources
Even the most avid readers could stand to hone their writing skills. Practice makes perfect, and Shmoop's writing tools are all about practice. (And perfection.)
Test Prep
Hey, it could be worse. You could be studying math.
Common Core Standards
The ELA Standards explained in real, human English. Plus sample assignments and a searchable database of all Shmoop content aligned to the Common Core.
Glossaries
Toss out the leather-bound dictionary—Shmoop's definitions will give you the scoop without making you snore.
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