ELA

6th Grade ELA

Mrs. Carolyn Peterson

715-472-2152 ext 154

Text/Materials/Resources

• Journeys Reader

• Current News Articles

• Novels and Short Stories

• Internet

Required Student Materials

• Chromebook, a book for silent reading time, notebook, binder, folder, pen/pencil

• optional colored pencils, highlighter, markers, scissors, glue stick, water bottle

Evaluation

Tests/Quizzes - 40%

Assignments, Reports, Essays, Speeches, - 60%

Percentages can/will be adjusted throughout the trimester at the teacher’s discretion

Love and Logic Expectations:

• Feel free to do anything that does not cause a problem for someone else.

• If you cause a problem, I will ask you to solve it.

• If you can’t solve the problem, or choose not to, I will do something.

• I will treat you with respect, so you know how to treat others.

• What I do, will depend on the person, and the situation.

• If you feel something is unfair, whisper to me, “I’m not sure that’s fair,” and we will talk.

Description

All students in grade 6 continue to build their English/Language Arts skills in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. In 6th grade, the literature units include Wonder, Freak the Mighty, My Brother Sam is Dead Woodsong, and Number the Stars. Each novel is supplemented with extended texts including short stories, poetry and non-fiction texts such as news articles and essays. Students practice the conventions of language (grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, etc.) through targeted practice and required writing assignments. Varied writing assignments include narrative writing, argument essays, response to reading, and technical writing. Reading comprehension skills, such as questioning the text and other strategies, are explained and practiced. Students practice speaking and listening skills through formal speeches, conversations, individual and group presentations, and small and large group discussions.

Essential Questions/Learning Targets For ELA

Reading: Literature

6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the test says and to make inferences from the text.

6.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details. Summarize the text in a way that doesn’t include my personal opinions or judgements.

6.3 Describe how a story’s or drama’s plot unfolds in a series of episoned. Explain how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.

6.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings. Analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

6.5 Analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the theme, setting, or plot.

6.6 Explain how an author develops the point of view of the narrator or speaker in a text.

6.7 Compare and contrast the experience of reading a story, drama, or poem to listening to or viewing an audio, video, or live version of the text, including contrasting what I ‘see” and “hear” when reading the text to what I perceive when I listen or watch.

6.8 Not applicable

6.9 Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics.

6.10 By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, drama, and poetry, at or above my grade level.

Reading: Informational Text

6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the test says explicity as well as inferences drawn from the text.

6.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through details. Summarize the text without including my personal opinions or judgements.

6.3 Analyze in detail how a key individual, event, or idea is introduced, illustrated, and elaborated in a text.

6.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.

6.5 Analyze how a particular sentence, paragraph, chapter, or section fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the ideas.

6.6 Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and explain how it is conveyed in the text.

6.7 Integrate information presented in different media or formats as well as in words to develop a coherent understanding of a topic or issue.

6.8 Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text. Tell the difference between claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

6.9 Compare and contrast one author’s presentation of events with that of another.

6.10 By the end of the year, read and comprehend literary nonfiction at or above my grade level.

Writing:

6.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

6.2 Write informative or explanatory text to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

6.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

6.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate for the task, purpose, and audience.

6.5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or tryin a new approach.

6.6 Use technology, including the internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. Type a minimum of three pages in a single sitting.

6.7 Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing on several sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.

6.8 Gather relevant information from print and digital sources and judge the credibility of each source. Quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism. Make a bibliography.

6.9 Take evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

6.10 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Speaking and Listening:

6.1 Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussion with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issues. Build on others’ ideas and express my own ideas clearly.

6.2 Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.

6.3 Delineate a speaker’s argument and specific claims. Tell claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

6.4 Present claims and findings, putting ideas in logical order, and using descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes. Use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

6.5 Use multimedia like graphics, images, music, and sound in presentation to improve my presentation’s main ideas or themes.

6.6 Change the way of speaking to fit different situations and tasks. Use formal English when the situation calls for it.

Language:

6.1 Show a command of English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

6.2 Show a command of capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

6.3 Use knowledge of language and its rules when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

6.4 Figure out or make clear the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases.

6.5 Show understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances.

6.6 Learn and use 6th grade academic words and phrases. Use a dictionary or other reference tool to figure out a word or phrase that is important to comprehension or expression.