6th Grade

Language Arts and Literature

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The next novel that we will be reading will be the book The Lightening Thief. The school is short copies so if you child has their own copy at home it would be great if they bring it to school,. I have 30 copies and need 75. Any extra copies would be very helpful. They will be returned to you when we finish the book. Also to get this novel started we will be sending some time learning about mythology. I  have asked all of the students to see if they can bring their book.

 

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  • Positive attitudes are a PLUS!

  • All students will be respectful of others

  • Students should know and adhere to school rules.

  • Students are responsible for the activities of each class period. If students know of a conflict ahead of time, students are welcome to turn in projects early.

  • students will need to contact me and set up a day or time to make up the missed work.

  • Effort is a real plus!

  • If there are questions, please ask me them!  I will do my best to answer them and, if I can't, I'll try and find the answer!

  • Listen to directions the first time they are given.

  • All school rules apply!

  • Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may be punished by failure on the assignment, project, or course.

Sixth Grade Literature Curriculum Overview

 

 

The purpose of this class is to create opportunities for students to enjoy and respond to literature in a variety of ways.  Our goal is to assist students in developing and improving their ability to read critically in order to form and express educated opinions.  We will provide the tools necessary for students to employ a variety of comprehension strategies when processing and responding to new and challenging literature.  It is through these means that we can create an environment in which all students can learn to appreciate the beauty and power of literature.

Topics of Study

  • Fiction
    • Mysteries
    • Historical Fiction
    • Science Fiction
    • Realistic Fiction
    • Folklore and Mythology
    • Classics
  • Nonfiction
    • Biographies
    • Expository Texts
  • Poetry
  • Research

Skills and Strategies

  • Read with fluency and expression
  • Read nonfiction text and apply strategies
    • Turning headings into questions
    • Finding main idea and supporting details
    • Writing research reports,
    • Locating and using internet resources
    • Identify and use relevant vocabulary
    • Organize test using graphic organizers
  • Identify and understand
    • Author’s purpose
    • Point of view
    • Theme
    • Figurative language
    • Characteristics of various forms of literature
    • Story elements: exposition, rising action, climax, resolution
  • Summarize and paraphrase information
  • Use reading strategies
    • Anticipation guides
    • Active reading charts
    • Develop criteria for selecting independent reading material

Assessments

  • Homework assignments
  • Classroom activities
  • Book reports or presentations
  • Class participation
  • Tests and quizzes
  • Projects
Sixth Grade Language Arts Curriculum Overview

Compositions

  • Personal Writing
  • The Writing Process
  • Prewriting
  • Drafting
  • Revising
  • Editing/Proofreading
  • Publishing or Presenting
  • Descriptive Writing
  • Narrative Writing
  • Expository Writing
  • Persuasive Writing

Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics

  • Subjects, Predicates, and Sentences
  • Nouns
  • Verbs
  • Pronouns
  • Adjectives
  • Adverbs
  • Prepositions, Conjunctions, and Interjections
  • Subject -Verb agreement
  • Capitalization
  • Punctuation
  • Sentence combining

Resources and Skills

  • Library and Reference Resources
  • Vocabulary and Spelling
  • Study Skills
  • Test Taking
  • Listening and Speaking Skills
  • Electronic Resources

Assessments

  • Homework assignments
  • Classroom activities
  • Class participation
  • Tests and quizzes
  • Projects
Contact information

847-719-3712

I will be in room during second and third periods should you need to get in touch with me. I am happy to answer any questions you may have.

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