5th/6th Grade Level English Language Arts Class: Semester 2
This is class is for 5th/6th grade level students needing a full year of instruction broken down by semesters. This class is semester 2.
Mrs. Katreece
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4.9
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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 December 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. Semester 2 Week 1, Lesson 61-65 Spelling: Writing: Grammar: restrictive and nonrestrictive clauses Reading Assignment: Reading a recipe and following the directions Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: diagram sentences Week 2, Lesson 66-70 Spelling: replace a comma after introductory word Writing: comma rules, descriptive paragraphs from differing perspectives, use a comma before a coordinating conjunction Grammar: Reading Assignment: Perspective in Lit. Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: Test taking Strategies, diagram complex sentences Week 3, Lesson 71-75 Spelling: Writing: Wildlife Essay and applying all LA rules we have learned so far Grammar: working on essay Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras:How to write an outline, research, Week 4, Lesson 76-80 Working on essay and reviewing spelling, grammar, and writing rules to apply to our essay. Week 5, Lesson 81-85 Spelling: who, who’s, whose Writing: Editing and rewriting Grammar: accept or except Reading Assignment: comprehension Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: Headings and subheadings, revising, essay feedback form, Week 6, Lesson 86-90 Spelling: who, who’s, whose Writing: Autobiography Grammar: Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: rules for using “I’, parenthesis, diagramming Week 7, Lesson 91-95 Spelling: affect/effect, syllables Writing: Writing an autobiography Grammar: simple subjects, modifiers, predicates, autobiography writing Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: applying what we have learned to writing an autobiography Week 8, Lesson 96-100 Spelling: Dictating the sentence. Writing: autobiographical writing continued Grammar: predicate adjectives, find the verb, adj, and noun in the sentences Reading Assignment Vocabulary: determining the correct definition based on context Challenge Words Homophones: Extras:adjective and verb choices, diagram predicate adjectives Week 9, Lesson 101-105 Spelling: loose/lose, suffix -ible Writing: Pre-writing, brainstorming, discussion, clustering and mapping Grammar: verb tenses, avoid shifts in verb tense Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: diagram predicate adj. Week 10, Lesson 106-110 Spelling: Writing: Pre-writing, autobiographical writing, Grammar: Greek Roots Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: alphabetical order Week 11, Lesson 111-115 Spelling: Writing: Write a Response Paper Intro, comma splices Grammar: avoiding double negatives Reading Assignment Vocabulary Challenge Words Homophones: Extras: writing outlines Week 12, Lesson 116-120 Spelling: Quiz Writing: Pre-write a Response Paper, fix the errors in the writing Grammar: Review, irregular plurals Reading Assignment Vocabulary: find the best definition Challenge Words Homophones: whose and who’s Extras: diagram, writing outlines Week 13 That/which/who Review fun and prepare for test Week 14 Review Fun and Test Week 15 Go over test and Game Time BOOK LIST: Must have your own copy: • One and Only Ivan, Katherine Applegate • The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind, by: William Kamkwamba • Iceberg, by: Jennifer A. Neilson
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: • One and Only Ivan, Katherine Applegate • The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind, by: William Kamkwamba • Iceberg, by: Jennifer A. Neilson - 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:
Sources
Easy Grammar
Daily Grams
Easy Writing
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
weekly1x per week, 15 weeks
55 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
3-12 learners per class
