With knowledge at the center, the possibilities are endless.
Built on the science of reading, Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) sequences deep content knowledge with research-based foundational skills.
Amplify has proudly partnered with the Core Knowledge Foundation for the development of professionally printed and digitally enhanced 2nd Edition classroom materials.
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ExploreAmplify CKLA serves
All-green on EdReports
EdReports, an independent curriculum review nonprofit, rates a curriculum on three gateways: Text Quality, Building Knowledge, and Usability. Amplify CKLA earned a green rating in all three.
Our approach
Amplify CKLA is a unique core curriculum for PreK–5 ELA, combining rich, diverse content knowledge in history, science, literature, and the arts with systematic, research-based foundational skills instruction.
A powerful, knowledge-based approach to reading comprehension
Our more intentional approach to background knowledge allows students to build a robust knowledge base for accessing and unpacking complex texts, so real comprehension can happen.
Explicit, systematic foundational skills to develop excellent readers
Explicit, easy-to-use lessons systematically cover 100% of foundational skills standards, setting every student up to succeed.
Engaging topics that kids can't stop talking about
What do Greek myths, insects, and the Middle Ages have in common? They’re topics that get rave reviews from Amplify CKLA kids. Amplify CKLA invites students to dig deeper across content areas and make connections.
What's included
The program provides engaging print and multimedia materials designed to provide a robust literacy-rich foundation in every classroom.
Proven teacher materials
Research-based lessons integrate foundational literacy skills and cross-curricular content knowledge.
- Teacher Guides
- Projectable lesson components
- Quests for the Core for Grades 3–5 (immersive, problem-based learning)
Student materials
Engaging student resources include dynamic decodable chapter books and content-rich, cross-curricular Readers.
- Student Readers
- Activity Books
- Formative Assessments
- Poet’s Journal and Writer’s Journal (write-in Readers for Grades 4–5)
Visually rich classroom materials
Visual scaffolds bring to life history, science, and literature.
- Knowledge Flip Books
- Knowledge Image Cards
Multimedia resources
Access the program’s online resources anywhere, anytime, from any device.
- Teacher and student materials
- Knowledge Builder animated videos
- Sound Library songs and videos
- Differentiation and enrichment guides
- Real-time program support via email, live chat, and phone
- Professional learning videos, webinars, and self-driven modules
Hands-on phonics materials
Multisensory phonics and foundational skills resources give students the opportunity to practice key skills using diverse, fun approaches that build independence.
- Big Books
- Large and Small Letter Cards
- Spelling Cards
- Vowel and Consonant Code Flip Books
- Chaining Folders
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