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Scranton School District
Planned Instruction
English
Grade 6
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.1 Learning to Read Independently.
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Identify appropriate reading materials Use common graphic features to increase Homework
(literary enjoyment, information, or to understanding of reading materials. Observations
perform a task) for a specific purpose. Presentations and discussions
Apply knowledge of decoding skills, Projects and investigations
structural analysis, context clues, and Quizzes
glossaries to understand specialized Tests
vocabulary. Worksheets
Writer’s Reference Book (or various text)
Use of mapping, webbing, Venn diagrams,
charting and various other comprehension REMEDIATION:
strategies Additional supplemental materials
Correctly identify and use synonyms, Use of vocabulary decoding skills and ENRICHMENT:
homographs, homophones, root words and structural analysis. Games for the English classroom
affixes, idioms and figurative language. Puzzles to increase vocabulary
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Interpret and show understanding of both Identify basic facts and ideas in texts.
fiction and nonfiction text. Demonstrate
understanding of text by responding Expand vocabulary by using synonyms,
critically to major ideas and themes of the homographs, homophones, root words and
text; support opinions about text, compare affixes. Use idioms and figurative
and contrast text using graphic organizers; language.
explain connections to related ideas,
topics, or information learned through Distinguish between fiction and non-
additional reading and media. fiction.
Demonstrate fluency and comprehension;
read aloud with accuracy correcting
mistakes. Read a variety of genres and
types of texts using appropriate rhythm,
flow, meter and pronunciation
(recommend 25 books per year).
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.2 Reading Critically in All Content Areas
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Read and understand essential content of Use of critical reading skills. Homework
informational texts and documents in all Observation
academic areas: differentiate fact from Persuasive writing activities
opinion; distinguish between essential and Presentations & discussions
nonessential information; identify bias and Projects and investigations
propaganda; make inferences and draw Quizzes
conclusions; evaluate text and content. Teacher and peer conferencing
Tests
Use and understand a variety of media and Determine the writer’s purpose across a Worksheets
evaluate the quality of material produced; variety of media. Writing Reference Book
compare and analyze how different media Writing rubric
offer a unique perspective on the
information presented; analyze the REMEDIATION:
techniques of particular media messages Additional independent conferencing
and identify their targeted audience; use, Re-teaching of skills
design, and develop a media project (e.g. Supplemental worksheets
script, play, audio tape, web site) to Use of media to aid comprehension
express understanding.
ENRICHMENT:
Produce and work in at least one literary Produced work. Peer coaching
genre that follows the conventions of the Presentation opportunities
genre.
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.3 Reading, Analyzing, and Interpreting Literature
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Read and understand works of literature. Perform objective, literal and interpretive Homework
activities. Observation
Presentations & discussions
Compare and contrast the use of literary Identify the elements of fiction. Projects and investigations
elements by an author including Quizzes
characterization, setting, plot, theme, and Tests
point of view. Worksheets
Writing rubric
Compare and contrast the use of various Explore various literary devices. Writing Reference Book
literary devices; sound techniques (e.g.
rhyme, rhythm, meter, alliteration); REMEDIATION:
figurative language (e.g. personification, Peer coaching
simile, metaphor, hyperbole, allusion; Re-teaching of skills
imagery). Supplemental worksheets
Use of media to aid comprehension
Identify the characteristics of poetic forms. Explore the characteristics of poetic forms. ENRICHMENT:
Research literary elements from a
Analyze drama for information, Explore dramatic conventions and historical approach
entertainment, persuasion or transmitter of character motivation. Researching various historical works for
culture. Students will identify characters literary significance
actions and infer basic motivations. Presentations opportunities
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.4 Types of Writing
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Write short stories, poems and plays that Written short stories, poems and/or skits. Business and friendly letters
include: organized thoughts; elaborate use Cause and effect essay
of detail; relevant illustrations; dialogue; Homework
literary conflict; characterization, setting, Independent conferencing
plot, theme, point of view, tone, and style; Journal writing activities
rhyme, rhythm, meter, alliteration, Observation
personification, simile, metaphor, Presentation & discussion
hyperbole, and allusion. Projects using visual aids
Original expository pieces, newspaper
Write multi-paragraph, information pieces Written multi-paragraph nonfiction pieces, articles, persuasive pieces, poetry, short
such as descriptions, letters, reports, distinguishing between primary and stories, skits
instructions, essays, newspaper articles, secondary sources. Quizzes & tests
and interviews that include: cause and Worksheets
effect; a problem and solution when Written response to open ended questions
appropriate to the topic; relevant graphics Writing rubric
such as maps, charts, graphs, illustrations, Writing Reference Book
photographs and tables; distinguishing
between primary and secondary sources.
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Write persuasive pieces that include: a Written persuasive pieces. REMEDIATION:
clearly stated position or opinion, include Additional independent conferencing
convincing and specific detail; properly Modeling
site evidence; focus on the audience to Re-teaching of skills
establish reader interest. Small group or partner projects
Story starters
ENRICHMENT:
Independent exploration of additional
topics
Presentation opportunities
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.5 Quality of Writing
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Write with a sharp, distinct focus by Focused writing. Grammar exercises
identifying topic, task and audience; Homework
identify and compare point of view in Independent conferencing
samples. Journal writing activities
Observation
Write using well-developed content Developed content appropriate to topic. Presentations & discussion
appropriate for the topic: rank the Projects
usefulness of gathered information; PSSA writing rubric
establish audience and purpose; write Original writing various genre
paragraphs that have details and Quizzes & tests
information specific to the topic and Self/Peer/Teacher revision and editing
relevant to the focus. Worksheets
Written response to open ended questions
in reading and math
Writing rubric/checklist
Writing reference book
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Write with controlled and/or subtle A well organized piece of original writing. REMEDIATION:
organization: sustain a logical order within Additional independent conferencing
sentences and between paragraphs using Additional grammar review
meaningful transitions; establish topic and Modeling
purpose in the introduction; reiterate the Re-teaching of skills
topic and purpose in the conclusion; Small group or partner projects
include an expanded introduction, body Supplemental worksheets
and conclusion.
Write with an understanding of the stylistic Developed style and voice through original
aspects of composition: use different types writing.
and lengths of sentences; use tone and
voice through the use of precise language
using adjective, adverbs, action verbs, and
specific detail that convey the writer’s
meaning; develop and maintain a
consistent voice.
Revise writing after rethinking logic of Revised original work.
organization and rechecking central idea,
content, paragraph development, level of
detail, style, tone and word choice.
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Edit writing, using the conventions of Edited original work. ENRICHMENT:
language: spell common, frequently used Independent exploration of additional
words correctly; use capital letters Topics
correctly; punctuate correctly (period, Presentation opportunities
exclamation point, question marks, Publication opportunities
commas, apostrophe, colon, semicolon and
parentheses); use nouns, pronouns, verbs,
adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions,
prepositions and interjections properly; use
complete sentences (simple, compound,
declarative, interrogative, exclamatory, and
imperative).
Present and/or defend written work for Presentation and defense of written work
publication when appropriate. for publication.
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.6 Speaking and Listening
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Listen to others: ask probing questions; Use of critical listening skills. Homework
differentiate between relevant and Independent conferencing
irrelevant information, ideas and opinions Journal writing activities
to determine relevancy; take notes when Observation
needed. Presentations & discussion
Projects
Listen to selections of literature (fiction Listening skills applied to literature. Quizzes & tests
and/or nonfiction); relate them to previous Self/Peer/Teacher revision and editing
knowledge; predict content/events; Speech rubric
summarize events; identify and define new Worksheets
words and concepts; compare and contrast Writing Reference Book
selections.
Effective public speaking skills REMEDIATION:
Speak, using skills appropriate to formal Additional conferencing
speech situations; use complete sentences; Modeling
pronounce words correctly; adjust volume Re-teaching of skills
to purpose and audience; adjust pace to Small group or partner projects
convey meaning; adjust content and style Supplemental worksheets
for different audiences. ENRICHMENT:
Independent exploration of additional
topics.
Presentation opportunities
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Contribute to discussions: ask relevant Developed proficiency in contributing to
questions to gain information, clarify discussions.
thinking, and understand others; respond
to questions, ideas or support opinions;
listen and acknowledge contributions of
others; insure equitable participation;
support and explain responses; paraphrase
and summarize.
Participate in small/large group discussions Developed proficiency in speaking and
and presentations; initiate everyday listening in a variety of contexts.
conversations; select a topic and present an
oral reading; organize and participate in
informal debates.
Use media for learning purposes; analyze Exploration of various media for learning
information from a variety of media (e.g. purposes.
television, newspapers, radio); assess role
of advertising; use a variety of media to
create a presentation.
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.7 Characteristics and Functions of the English Language.
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Identify the origins and meanings of Proficiency in identifying word origins and Discussion
common, learned and foreign words used meanings. Homework
frequently in the English language. Observation
Quizzes & tests
Recognize the role and place of standard Proficiency in recognition of standard Vocabulary activities
American English in speech, writing and American English usage. Worksheets
literature. Writing Reference Book
Compare and contrast word meanings that Proficiency in recognizing how words REMEDIATION:
have changed over time. have changed over time. Re-teaching of skills
Supplemental worksheets
ENRICHMENT:
Opportunities for additional vocabulary
presentations
SUBJECT AREA: ENGLISH GRADE/COURSE: 6/ENGLISH
Standard And Strand 1.8 Research
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Select and refine a topic for research Explored topics for research. Creation of a research bibliography, note
cards, outlines and presentation of findings
Locate information using appropriate Use of various strategies in locating Discussion
sources/strategies: evaluate the usefulness research information. Homework
and effectiveness of the sources; select Investigation
appropriate sources; (e.g. dictionaries, Observation
encyclopedias and other reference Quizzes & test
materials) use table of contents, indices, Worksheets
keywords, cross-references, and Writing Reference Book
appendices; use traditional and electronic
search tools. REMEDIATION:
Modeling
Re-teaching of skills
Supplemental Worksheets
ENRICHMENT:
Opportunities for more detailed research
techniques
OBJECTIVES PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ASSESSMENTS (Variety as per
Section 4.52, Chapter 4)
Organize, summarize and present the main Explored various techniques for
idea from research; identify the steps organizing, summarizing and presenting
necessary to carry out a research project; research findings.
take relevant notes from sources; give
precise, formal credit for others’ ideas,
images or information using a standard
method of documentation.
Resources
Text: Elements of Language, Holt, Rhinehart and Winston, 2001
English, Silver, Burdett and Ginn, 1989
Vocabulary Workshop, Level A, Sadlier-Oxford, 1996
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