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Grade 6 Full Curriculum English (Reading, Vocabulary, Grammar, Essay Writing)
Linda Lu
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In this 10-week class, students will practice 6th grade reading comprehension, essay writing, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary. We will do a novel study of Wishtree and write a 5-paragraph essay.
Class experience
US Grade 6
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
This 10-week long 6th grade English Language Arts course is structured to enhance your child's reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Our curriculum includes: Reading: We'll explore the novel "Wishtree" by Katherine Applegate, encouraging comprehension and critical thinking. We will read and discuss some of the novel in class. However, students will need to read some of the novel outside of class. Writing: Students will progressively develop a five-paragraph essay,...
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.3 Describe how a particular story's or drama's plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.3 Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 6 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.5 Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
I'm a licensed teacher for grades K-12 in reading. I have a Bachelor's Degree in English and a Master's in Teaching. I have 10 years of experience teaching English, including 3 years of teaching 6th grade English Language Arts.
Homework Offered
Reading Assignment: Independent reading assignment that students must read outside of class. Students may listen to the audiobook if they prefer. Vocabulary and Spelling Practice: Weekly exercises on the 10 new words, including spelling practice and sentence creation. Weekly quiz will be given via Google Forms that students will complete outside of class. Writing Assignment: Progressive work on a five-paragraph essay, with different components due each week. Feedback will be given each week using a rubric to help students clearly understand their work. At the end of the 10 weeks, the teacher will use a rubric to assess the final draft of the essay. Grammar Exercises: Weekly activities to reinforce the grammar concept taught. Weekly quiz will be given via Google Forms that students will complete outside of class. Time Commitment: Homework is expected to take around 2-3 hours per week, depending on the student's pace. Please communicate with me if your learner is struggling.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Weekly Google Forms Quiz: Every week, students will be expected to complete a quiz via Google forms about spelling, vocabulary, and grammar concepts. Each quiz will be 20 multiple choice questions. Students will see the results immediately. Students can take every quiz as many times as they like. 5-Paragraph Essay Weekly Feedback: As we work through the essays, students will get weekly feedback based on a rubric. Students are encouraged to ask questions and get extra support as needed. 5-Paragraph Essay Final Draft Feedback: At the end of the 10-weeks, the final draft of the essay will be assessed by the teacher using a rubric. Wishtree Multiple Choice Test: During the last week of this class, students will be given a 50 question multiple choice test to assess how well they read and understood the novel. The test will be given using Google Forms. Students will see the results immediately. Students can the test as many times as they like.Grades Offered
This class supports all students, including those with ADHD. We maintain a regular schedule, offer engaging discussions, writing, and games. Students get quick feedback and clear instructions help students learn at their own pace.
Students will need a copy of the novel Wishtree. Students may read a physical copy, electronic copy or audiobook version of the book. Some students may benefit from immersion reading where learners listen to the audiobook while reading along with a physical or electronic copy of the text.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
We will read the novel Wishtree by Katherine Applegate. This novel addresses bigotry against Muslims, but we will talk about how it is always wrong to treat people badly regardless of their race, religion, gender, beliefs, etc. It is 240 pages and consists of 51 short chapters. The novel includes some content that may upset some learners. This includes a scene where someone throws eggs at a house. A passing car of angry men shout "Muslims, get out!" A boy carves "LEAVE" on the tree in a family's yard. We will address how these types of actions are always wrong and how students should always tell an adult if they ever witness these types of events. The novel takes place after the events of September 11, 2001. We will briefly discuss these events during class to help students understand the concept of the novel. We will talk about how the actions of some individuals does not and cannot ever represent an entire group of people, including, but not limited to, a religion, race, class, ethnic group, gender, etc.
Wishtree by Katherine Applegate https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/wishtree This novels is 240 pages long and consists of 51 short chapters. 6th Grade Common Core Standards for ELA https://www.thecorestandards.org/ELA-Literacy/ Flocabulary 6th Grade Vocabulary List https://www.flocabulary.com/6th-grade-vocabulary-word-list/
Hello families! My name is Linda Lu. I teach English Language Arts and social studies at a middle school in the United States. My education includes a Master's Degree in Teaching and a Bachelor's degree in English. Additionally, I am certified...
Group Class
$49
weekly or $490 for 20 classes2x per week, 10 weeks
55 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
1-5 learners per class
