In this ongoing full curriculum Language Arts class, we will practice reading comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, and writing at the 5th-6th grade level.

Each week, we will focus on a particular skill, such as using context clues effectively.  Students will be provided instruction in the reading and/or writing skill, an opportunity to practice in multiple ways (handouts, verbal discussion, chat discussion, annotation, games, etc.), and will reflect on their new knowledge.  

As the teacher, I will model fluent reading and provide direct instruction with immediate feedback on both reading and writing skills.  I will provide engaging, humor-infused lessons with high-interest texts to keep learners excited and focused on the skills we are working on.  As this course is ongoing, students can join/leave at any time since the skills are not dependent on one another.  Wherever your child begins in this course, they will be successful and will be able to grow their Language Arts knowledge with their class community!


Week of August 26: Short Story (Fairy Tale) – Close Reading and Writing
Week of September 2: Writing a Myth or Fairy Tale
Week of September 9: Journal Writing/Writing for Fun
Week of September 16: Genres: Science Fiction and Fantasy
Week of September 23: Short Story (Fantasy) – Close Reading and Writing
Week of September 30: Article - Close Reading and Writing (Non-Fiction)
Week of October 7: Writing a Science Fiction or Fantasy Story
Week of October 14: Root Words/Word Parts
Week of October 21: Root Words/Word Parts
Week of October 28: Parts of Speech
Week of November 4: Parts of Speech
Week of November 11: Editing/Grammar
Week of November 18: Text Connections
Week of November 25: Article - Close Reading and Writing (Non-Fiction) **NOTE: NO CLASS Wednesday 11/27, Thursday 11/28, Friday 11/29, or Saturday 11/30- THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Week of December 2: Characterization
Week of December 9: Setting/Short Story Analysis
Week of December 16: Spelling Strategies
Week of December 23: NO CLASS - CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
Week of December 30: Context Clues
Week of January 6: Article - Close Reading and Writing (Non-Fiction)
Week of January 13: Main Idea/Details
Week of January 20: Summarizing
Week of January 27: Theme
Week of February 3: Point of View
Week of February 10: Descriptive Language and Visualizing
Week of February 17: Article - Close Reading and Writing (Non-Fiction)

*Topics will continue to be added as course progresses. 

📚CLASS CONTENT

There are 52+ unique lessons before content will repeat.  This course continues weekly throughout the year, with no designated start/stop date.  Course content will cycle back through over the course of the calendar year, so this makes anytime the perfect time to jump in and start learning with us!

📷CLASS DYNAMICS/CAMERA POLICY:
Learners are welcomed and encouraged to share out loud and/or via chat messaging to communicate their understanding throughout the lesson.  This also allows them to share ideas and make connections with classmates.
I prefer cameras to be on throughout session as this helps me effectively gauge student understanding and participation during the lesson.  Additionally, it promotes social communication, builds class community, and makes group discussion about the week's topic easier, so I do gently encourage that learners leave cameras turned on throughout class each week. However, learners who feel more comfortable with cameras off may do so, provided they have checked in on camera at the start of class, have parent permission, and stay involved and active out loud or through chat messaging throughout our class meeting.  We will also utilize the mute/unmute feature to minimize background noise and take turns sharing so all voices are heard fairly.

📝REFUND POLICY:  

I follow Outschool's refund policy, which is a full refund within 24 hours of payment until your next meeting or lesson access begins.

I am unable to refund for missed classes as the spot is held for your learner which prevents others from enrolling, especially for sold out sections.  I appreciate your understanding and support!

Please click here for more information: https://support.outschool.com/en/articles/4626920-standard-refund-policy-and-refund-eligibility-guidelines