Montessori English Language Course - Reading Strategies for Grade Six
Students master necessary reading skills for grade 6 by analyzing texts for main ideas, themes, and author's purpose. We also explore text structures and perspectives to deepen comprehension and critical thinking skills.
What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hoursHomework
includedAssessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 6
We are proud to be the first and only accredited Montessori school on the Outschool platform, featuring certified teachers who bring their expertise from our brick-and-mortar school located in Ontario, Canada. Grade 6 students will be taught essential reading strategies to deepen their comprehension and critical analysis skills. They will focus on understanding main ideas, author's purpose and tone, theme development, literary devices, analyzing literature and informational texts, comparing texts, and interpreting visual elements in texts. This approach aims to foster a love for reading, enhance critical thinking abilities, and provide grade 6 students with essential skills for academic success and lifelong learning. Topics covered include: Main Idea, Author's Purpose and Tone, and Theme: Students will learn to identify the central themes and main ideas of texts, analyze how an author's purpose and tone influence the text, and recognize how these elements contribute to the overall meaning and impact of the reading. Literary Devices: The class will cover various literary devices such as simile, metaphor, symbolism, imagery, foreshadowing, and irony. Students will learn how these devices enhance the meaning of texts and contribute to the author's stylistic choices. Analyzing Literature and Informational Texts: Students will develop skills to analyze both literary works (fiction, poetry, drama) and informational texts (articles, essays, reports). They will learn to identify structural elements, narrative techniques, and rhetorical strategies used by authors to convey their messages. Comparing Texts: Students will learn to compare and contrast different texts on similar themes or topics. They will analyze similarities and differences in narrative style, argumentative approach, use of evidence, and effectiveness in achieving the author's purpose. Visual Elements: Students will explore how visual elements such as illustrations, graphs, charts, and multimedia enhance understanding and interpretation of texts. They will learn to interpret visual information alongside textual content to gain a comprehensive understanding. Class Structure: The class will be structured around interactive discussions, reading assignments, analysis activities, and worksheets. Each session will begin with a brief introduction to the topic, followed by guided reading and analysis exercises. Students will engage in group discussions and individual reflection tasks to reinforce their understanding of the topics covered. My teaching method will involve a combination of direct instruction, guided practice, and collaborative learning activities. I will use a variety of instructional strategies such as think-alouds, modeling, and graphic organizers. Real-world examples and multimedia resources will be integrated to make connections between the curriculum and students' experiences. My teaching style will be encouraging active participation and critical thinking. I will create a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to express their ideas, ask questions, and explore diverse perspectives. Students will have many opportunities to interact with me through discussions, collaborative activities, and feedback sessions. I will provide support to help students develop their analytical skills and deepen their comprehension of texts.
Learning Goals
Students will develop the ability to identify the main ideas and themes in various texts across genres. They will learn to distinguish between central ideas and supporting details, and to analyze how these elements contribute to the overall meanings.
Students will learn to analyze and interpret an author's purpose and tone in texts. They will practice identifying whether an author's purpose is to inform, persuade, entertain, or describe, and how the author's tone affects the reader's.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Main Idea, Authors Purpose and Tone, and Theme
Students will learn to identify the main idea of a text, discern the author's purpose and tone through textual evidence, and analyze how these elements contribute to the overall theme of a piece. They will practice extracting key ideas and evaluating how the author's tone and purpose shape the narrative or informational content.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Literary Devices
Students will explore various literary devices such as similes, metaphors, symbolism, and foreshadowing to understand how authors use language creatively to convey meaning and evoke emotions. They will analyze how these devices contribute to the overall effectiveness and impact of the text on the reader.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Analyzing Literature and Informational Texts
Students will develop skills in analyzing both literary and informational texts. They will learn to identify different genres, understand their unique characteristics, and evaluate how authors structure their writing to achieve specific goals. This includes examining narrative techniques in literature and organizational strategies in informational texts.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Comparing Texts
Students will practice comparing and contrasting different texts, both within the same genre and across genres. They will learn to identify similarities and differences in themes, perspectives, styles, and literary techniques used by different authors. This skill encourages critical thinking and deeper understanding of how context and perspective influence storytelling and information presentation.
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
A weekly material list will be provided to you prior to class, in preparation for the following week of classes. Learners are responsible for having the listed materials on hand and printed worksheets ready. If learners are missing a material, alternative suggestions can be provided. Classes will typically require commonly found household items or stationary such as: pencil, eraser, highlighter, scissors, stapler, glue etc.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
partnership
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Accounting from University of Waterloo
Master's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Bangalore University
7 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Ocad university
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from University of Waterloo
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Ottawa
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Carleton University
Bachelor's Degree in Business/Commerce from University of Guelph
Bachelor's Degree in Education from York University
Bachelor's Degree from McMaster University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brock University
Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from York University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Centennial College
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Live Group Course
$18
weekly or $90 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-12
2-6 learners per class