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A Year of 6th Grade Language Arts: Semester 2

Completed by 12 learners
Ages 11-13
Live Group Class
In this 15 week course, learners will read one novel and complete both a novel study and literary essay on Bud, Not Buddy, as well as learn about poetry, figurative language, and literary devices, & create art based on poems.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(75 reviews)

Live video meetings
2x per week, 15 weeks
7-12 learners per class
55 min

What's included

30 live meetings
27 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Each week, learners will have assigned reading chapters and possible writing homework.
Assessment
Learners will be assessed through in class participation and written assignments

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 7
This is the second semester of a year long course, however, this semester can be taken independently as well. During this semester, students will read Bud, Not Buddy, complete a novel study based on the book, as well as write a literary essay. Our weekly discussions will focus on comprehension, themes, character analysis, and life lessons. 

We will also focus on poetry during this semester, learning both literary and poetic devices and using images as prompts to inspire poetry writing. We will look at different examples of poems for inspiration and understanding.

* Note 1: This course is geared towards the 6th grade learner. However, advanced 5th graders and 7th graders that need extra writing instruction are welcome.

* Note 2: ALL learners are welcome in my courses and this includes neurodiverse learners and visual learners. I always use slides and visuals when explaining the structures of essays and when lecturing. The only times I don't use visual slides is during book discussions as I find it nice for learners to be able to see each other while we engage in discussion.

Learning Goals

Students will improve their reading comprehension skills, their critical thinking skills and character analysis skills. Learners will also expand their understanding of figurative language and poetic devices through their work with poetry.

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Meet the teacher

Joined January, 2021
5.0
75reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been teaching language arts courses to homeschoolers both online and locally for six years. I have a deep passion for the written word and have been a voracious reader of literature my entire life. I love breaking down the process of writing into manageable steps and witnessing anxious and hesitant writers bloom into confident writers who love to write.  I have led book clubs to middle school aged youth for years and have a particular enthusiasm for books that build understanding and empathy as well as appreciation for other cultures. I have had a wonderful time teaching creative writing courses, taking learners from the very beginning of character and world building, through plot planning, all the way to completing the writing of a full story. Some of my students have won first place awards for their stories in county fairs and local contests. 

Reviews

670 total ratings, 313 with reviews

Review summary for this teacher
The reviews overwhelmingly praise the teacher's engaging and effective teaching style. Students find the classes enjoyable and interactive, with the teacher employing creative techniques to facilitate learning. The teacher is commended for being patient, encouraging, and valuing student input. Many students express that they look forward to the classes and have seen significant progress in their skills.
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Our assessment was great! It was just what we were looking for to gauge... 
Stefanie B.on Feb 2
Our assessment was great! It was just what we were looking for to gauge... 
Stefanie B.on Feb 2
My daughter has struggled with spelling since she was in elementary... 
Beverly K.on Jan 30
AWSOME CLASS! THANK YOU SO MUCH
Vicktoria P.on Jan 28
Ms. Brenner is very  nice and patient. She made my daughter feel better... 
Kimberly A.on Jan 22
Teacher Liz was very kind and nice. The consultation process was very... 
Kimberly A.on Jan 20



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