SIXTH GRADE
SIXTH GRADE LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Learning objectives are addressed at various times throughout the year. Teachers use lessons and activities from Responsive Advisory as the primary teaching resource for learning objectives.
KEY VOCABULARY WORDS:
The list below highlights terms used in the classroom while social-emotional instruction is taking place. Click on the linked words below to see auxiliary lists of words that may appear in the classroom depending on the needs of the students or situations that arise.
emotions, rights, similarities, differences, decision, right, wrong, facial expression, body language, listening, inclusion, upstander, problem, consequence, collaboration, teamwork, identity, group identity, family structure, gender, race , religion, culture, language, diversity, inclusion, fair, unfair, equity, prejudice
SUPPORTING SEL AT HOME
Use the ideas below to engage in activities and conversations to support your child's in-school social-emotional learning at home.
ACTIVITIES TO PRACTICE SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM
Talk about challenges at home or at school that your child is facing. Set some goals with your child and work toward overcoming those challenges.
Model calming techniques and practice with your child (i.e. mindful breathing, counting to 10)
Model respectful disagreement for your child. Talk through why you might disagree with someone and use language that challenges another’s thoughts, but remains respectful.
Talk to your child and about their friends and discuss how they are similar and different. Discuss how they include others in their activities, or why they might not.
When mistakes happen at school or at home, work with your child to discuss the situation and talk about how they can take accountability for their actions.
Practice setting goals at home and track progress toward those goals together. Discuss the process and why it is valuable.
Share your perspectives with your child and talk about theirs. Encourage them to identify why they feel the way they do.
Keep open communication with your child at home, and encourage them to come to you to report things when they happen so you can work together to problem solve.
As you watch the news, discuss current events, or have experiences in the community, identify when you see instances of bias or mistreatment, and talk with your child about them, reflecting on why and how it could have been prevented.
Model standing up for others for your child. Use respectful, firm language and reflect on the situation after.
QUESTIONS PROMPTS FOR CONTINUED CONVERSATION:
When disagreements arise:
“How do you think that situation made that person feel? How did it make you feel? Why do you think that person felt that way? What might be different next time?”
Unique Identities:
“Your friends are all so interesting! What are the qualities you like in your friends? Why? How are you different? How do you handle it if you disagree on something?”
While watching news:
“Do you think that was handled fairly? Why or why not?”
Picture book suggestions are available on the
WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Use the resources and links below to learn more about social-emotional learning at school and at home, and how you can support your child's social-emotional growth.
PARENT RESOURCES
ARTICLES AND ONLINE TIPS:
VIDEO RESOURCES:
DISTRICT 39 PARENT EDUCATION SERIES
The D39 Parent Education Series often features presentations specific to supporting social-emotional development at home.
CLICK HERE FOR THE 23-24 SCHEDULE OF WEBINARS
2020-2021
Whole Brain Child Approach: Strategies for Effective Parenting During Highly Emotional Times
Anxiety and Growth Mindset: Helping Kids Cope with Challenges and Setbacks
Social Relationships: Helping Kids Navigate Friendships and Groups
2021-2022
2022-2023