"The Illinois Learning Standards establish expectations for what all students should know and be able to do in each subject at each grade. The standards emphasize depth over breadth, building upon key concepts as students advance...Intentionally rigorous, the Illinois Learning Standards prepare students for the challenges of college and career." Illinois State Board of Education

The National PTA website provides helpful parent guides for each grade level.

PTA.org's guides include:

--Key items children should be learning in English language arts and mathematics in each grade.

--Activities that parents can do at home to support their child's learning.

--Methods for helping parents build stronger relationships with their child's teacher.

--Tips for planning for college and career (high school only)