5th/6th Grade Level English Language Arts Class: Semester 1
This is class is for 5th/6th grade level students needing a full year of instruction broken down by semesters. This class is semester 1.
Mrs. Katreece
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(103)
What's included
15 live meetings
13 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 6
USE COUPON CODE: MCGRAPJXQK10 to receive $10 off any of my Multi-day classes. PLUS, Students enrolled by July 15th, will receive a $10 refund for enrolling early. English/Language Arts is more than just reading, writing, and spelling. Yes, this is the bulk of English class, however, I make my classes fun and enjoyable with hands-on activities. So many students struggle with Language Arts, and I want to change that misconception. My class will include lecture, hands-on activities, assessment, games, and activities to teach the topic of the week. We will begin each class with a welcome. I will review or take questions. On Mondays, I will introduce our weekly spelling and vocabulary words. I will lecture the class on our new topic for the week. We will go over our reading sections for the week and discuss what we read. We will end class with our writing goal and lesson. I will assess the group in various way to be sure the class understands the topic: by class discussion, Q&A, Trivia game, etc. We will wrap up class with homework assignments for the week, any final questions. Students are encouraged to message me outside of class if they have any questions, concerns, or need extra help. I offer private tutoring classes on Outschool, and am happy to offer these to my English students with a discount. Learners will need to be ready for 5th/6th grade level English. This does not mean students must be in these grades. This simply means, any student can be in this class, no matter age or grade, as long as the student is ready for 5th/6th grade English. If you have questions about this, please message me and I can help you decide if you are ready for this class. Lesson plans are listed below. However, if you will notice as the class progresses, we will be applying what we have learned to writing assignments. These assignments will be broken down into phases so students are not overwhelmed. Students must respectful and mindful of other students in class. Students need to be able to mute and unmute themselves. I highly encourage class discussion and interaction, but not during lecture or teaching moments. I want all students to have fun and develop a love for English. Week 1, Lesson 1-5 Spelling: ch or tch Writing: write an opening paragraph, Writing through art Grammar: Diagramming, Independent and Dependent Clauses, parts of speech Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: heel/heal Extras: Abbreviations Week 2, Lesson 6-10 Spelling: ch or tch Writing: body paragraphs, topic sentence, concluding paragraph, commas with dependent clauses, Grammar: Diagramming, Independent and Dependent Clauses, parts of speech, commas with introductory words, proper nouns, styles of writing Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: Week 3, Lesson 11-15 Spelling: Writing: Body paragraph, lighthouses Grammar: Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: Week 4, Lesson 16-20 Spelling: suffix:able, Writing: editing, using transitions, run-on sentences, writing a book review Grammar: irregular plural nouns, coordinating conjunction Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: they’re/their/there Extras: Week 5, Lesson 21-25 Spelling: irregular plural nouns, plural nouns Writing: magazine article Grammar: Reading Assignment: poetry Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: Ellipsis, diagramming imperative sentences, Week 6, Lesson 26-30 Spelling: Writing: magazine article, editing, run-on sentences Grammar: correlative conjunctions Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: Week 7, Lesson 31-35 Spelling: Writing: summaries, shades of meaning, nuances, capitalization of family relationships Grammar: possessive pronouns and adjectives Reading Assignment: latin and greek roots Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: diagram imperative sentences Week 8, Lesson 36-40 Spelling: Writing: shades of meaning, nuances, capitalization of family relationships Grammar: possessive pronouns and adjectives, prepositional phrases and commas Reading Assignment: latin and greek roots Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: quotations, Week 9, Lesson 41-45 Spelling: Writing: continue on writing assignment Grammar: apply grammar rules to writing assignment Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: Week 10, Lesson 46-50 Spelling: Writing: Grammar dependent clause or prepositional phrase: Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: diagram compound sentence, quotations Week 11, Lesson 51-55 Spelling: consonant plus l, double consonants Writing: commas in dates, perspective Grammar: Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones?: farther/further Extras: Week 12, Lesson 56-60 Spelling: quiz, double middle consonants, contractions Writing: poetry Grammar: compound subjects, verbs, and direct objects, compound verb phrases Reading Assignment: Reading Comprehension, Poetry Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: farther/further, simple/compound/complex sentences, diagram sentences, brain storming Week 13 Review Week 14 Review and test Week 15 Go over test and Game time Please see supply list below.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Quizlet: Will be used to assess each student for understanding. Just a fun and unique way to check for understanding
Youtube: Small 2-4 minute clips to show how to write a paragraph. I will show this on screenshare
Google Docs; Students may use this to type their paragraphs or homework. I will screenshare and show students how to use Google Docs
Supply List
BOOK LIST - Must have your own copy • Because of Winn-Dixie, by: Katie DiCamillo • Bud, Not Buddy, by: Christopher Paul Curtis • Lupe Wong Won't Dance, by: Donna Barba Higuera - Webster's Dictionary for Students, Sixth Edition, Newest Edition - Access to printer to print weekly homework - access to be able to send homework to me privately on Outschool - Sometimes a 2nd device to use Kahoot or Quizlet (I will let you know a head of time) - pen or marker, or something that can be seen on camera - 3 ring binder - loose leaf notebook paper
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Middle TN State University
Hello. I have been teaching for over 20 years. I have experience teaching children from pre-k through 10th grade. I have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and Family Studies, and a minor in Education. I have been married for 18 years. My husband and I have 3 children ages 15, 13, and 11. I currently homeschool our children, and have since my oldest started Kindergarten. I teach various classes and subjects at our local homeschool tutorial.
Since I homeschool our children, I have experience in all subject areas and learning styles. It's so important for teachers to teach subjects to all learning styles, not just one. In my classes, I use various tools and techniques to accomplish this task.
I teach various classes such as English, Phonics, Reading Comprehension, Math, Science, Social Studies, cooking, crafts, sing and learn, and much more. I look forward to having your child in class.
Just a little personal information: On June 1st, 2022 I had a kidney transplant and my amazing husband was my donor. During the summer of 2022, I have my schedule posted, but please bare with me as I navigate through many appointments. I feel better than I have felt in years. So I'm so excited to get back in the classroom. I just want my lovely students and their families to know my situation and I'm thrilled to share my story when appropriate. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks for thinking of me.Reviews
Live Group Class
$19
weekly or $275 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
55 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
3-12 learners per class
