Seesaw Instruction & Insights Supplemental Curriculum Package Seesaw ELD provides English Language Learners with scaffolded, flexible lessons that go beyond just vocabulary. Lessons frontload the essential academic language and background knowledge they need to participate and excel in academic content conversations.
English Language Development
Lessons follow the WIDA framework and are designed to align directly to K-5 content in ELA, math, science, and social studies, ensuring students build a strong foundation of language skills in the context of meaningful academic content.
Developmentally appropriate lessons are designed for flexible instruction and include integrated language supports, making content accessible to English Language Learners at all proficiency levels.
3 Levels of Language Acquisition per Lesson
Level 1 Entering & Beginning
The package includes • Premade templates
Level 2
Developing & Expanding
• Lesson plans • Teacher Guide for implementation
Level 3
Bridging & Reaching
• Resource Guide to align with your specific content area needs and ELD model
How Seesaw ELD Front-Loads Language to Build Academic Confidence
Step 1: Introduce Key
Step 2: Practice
Step 3: Confidence to
Pre-teach key vocabulary with visuals and clear explanations. Connect new concepts to prior knowledge and background.
Support students’ practice with modeling, visuals, and graphic organizers that help them process language at their proficiency level.
Through modeling, sentence starters, and guided interaction, English Language Learners gain confidence and skills to participate fully in classroom discussions and group work.
Vocabulary & Concepts
in a Safe Space
Engage with Peers
The Seesaw platform is available in Spanish, French, and Portuguese, perfect for dual language programs and supporting newcomers as they develop foundational language skills.