Daily Grammar and Writing for 5th and 6th Grades
This ongoing, full-curriculum English class focuses on sharpening English grammar and writing skills. Grammar, Writing, Reading, Spelling, Speaking, Communication, Confidence, English, Digital, Homeschool
Nicole Salcido
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(6)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 6
Intermediate Level
Looking to improve spelling, punctuation, parts of speech, and figurative language? Or perhaps writing essays, stories, or poetry? You've come to the right place! This ongoing class is a straight-forward approach to targeting these skills and is a full curriculum that meets Common Core and TEKS standards. Each week builds day-to-day from Monday through Friday with a different focus each separate week. For example, if "the writing process" is the focus for the week, Monday it will be introduced, then each consecutive day will be dedicated to working on this through different mini lessons and activities. So, stay for a week, choose the weeks that suit your needs, or stay for several weeks to fulfill your grammar and writing curriculum. Take a look at the upcoming schedule and come and go as you please! ***I love working with groups! IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE CLASS FOR YOUR HOMESCHOOL GROUP, PLEASE MESSAGE ME!*** This class has been designed to be completed 100% online, but if your learner requires hands-on versions of the materials, these are also available as printables! Each class will begin with very basic introductions to the teacher and classmates to encourage an upbuilding online classroom culture. The grammar exercises will be posted in the Outschool classroom, and will be available to work on as a Google Form or a printable PDF. Each day of the week has it's own theme! Monday: Meaningful Monday Tuesday: Text Structure Tuesday Wednesday: Wordy Wednesday **Thursday: Throwback Thursday **Thursdays will be asynchronous with a video lesson posted Thursday morning Friday: Figurative Friday Students will have an opportunity to work out the remainder of the exercises on their own after a mini grammar lesson, followed by live teacher feedback. This is followed by a mini writing lesson to build various writing skills outlined in the weekly schedules below. All activities are designed to be concise and all work will be completed within the class time with feedback each day. Current Schedule: FALL 2024 SEMESTER BEGINS Week of August 26: Narrative Poetry: “I Am” Poem Week of September 2: Writing Process Week of September 9: Editing/Revising Week of September 16: Expository Text Structure Week of September 23: Continued Expository practice Week of September 30: Creative Writing: Poetry-focus on different poetry structures Week of October 7: Writing Perspectives Week of October 14: Creative Fiction: Creating Suspense Week of October 21: Creative Fiction: Setting Mood/Tone Week of October 28: Creative Writing based on images Week of November 4: Writing Process Week of November 11: Writing a Strong Thesis Statement Week of November 18: Essay Writing Week of November 25: No class, Fall Break Week of December 2: No class, Fall Break Week of December 9: Writing a strong paragraph Week of December 16: Creative writing based on images Week of December 23: No class due to holidays Week of December 30:No class due to holidays SPRING SEMESTER 2025 BEGINS Week of January 6: Writing Process Review Week of January 13: Argumentative writing Week of January 20: Argumentative writing continued Week of January 27: Narrative writing Week of February 3: Narrative writing continued Week of February 10: Expository writing Week of February 17: Expository writing Week of February 24: Correspondence writing Week of March 3: Poetry Week of March 10: Cause and effect writing Week of March 17: Descriptive writing Week of March 24: Sequential/Chronological Order Week of March 31: Persuasive/argumentative writing Week of April 7: Creative writing: Narrative Week of April 14: Creative writing: Poetry Week of April 21: Correspondence writing Week of April 28: Compare/contrast writing Week of May 5: Sequential/Chronological Order Week of May 12: Narrative essay writing Week of May 19:Narrative essay writing continued Week of May 26: End of semester review activities
Learning Goals
Learn to develop and diversify their writingUnderstand the complete writing process and apply this to their writing
Other Details
Supply List
If a student works exclusively on a device, please make sure they can access a word processor or Google Docs in order to work on their writing. Students may also use a notebook and pencil instead (which is my personal preference!). A dictionary or thesaurus may be used for certain activities. I recommend using Merriam-Webster online for free or a physical dictionary (if there is one available at home). If you’d like to purchase a physical dictionary, they cost between $3-$10.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2023
5.0
6reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate
Hello! I am Miss Nicole and I teach English language arts, and reading. I have been honored to be awarded Teacher of the Year by my fellow faculty and voted "Most Caring" and "Gives the Best Advice" by my students! I earned my BA in English with a minor in French in 2006, and my certifications include Core Subjects (ELAR, Science, Math, and Social Studies) grades 4-8 and English as a Second Language. I have taught ELAR collectively for nine years: in public middle schools for six and for homeschooled families for three. Making reading and writing come alive for my students and challenging them to think outside the box is my favorite way to engage them in learning. Learning should be interesting and enjoyable for everyone! I consider myself a lifelong learner, and love learning new recipes, dance steps, and music as often as possible!Reviews
Live Group Class
$50
weekly ($13 per class)4x per week
30 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-9 learners per class
