Sixth Grade
Art
- » Creative problem solving (2-D, 3-D)
- » Mask-making
- » Printmaking (linoleum carving)
- » Recycle project (papier-mâché animal)
- » Design
- » Cross-curricular bridge project
Language Arts
Reading/Literature
- » Novels
- » Short stories
- » Biographies
- » Poetry
- » Plot analysis, setting, conflict, character, narrative perspective, analysis of elements
- » Fables/Myths
- » Writing process: brainstorming, outlining, drafting, editing, revising, presenting
- » Expository essay: form, development of main idea, support
- » Creative writing: fiction narrative, descriptions, poetry, journal
- » Six Traits Writing
- » Effective vocabulary usage, sentence fluency
Language
- » Grammar
- · Parts of speech, tenses, punctuation, subject verb agreement
- · Editing
- » Spelling
- · Common errors, words related by pattern or rule
- » Vocabulary
- · From literature and other sources, words from roots
- » Confidence in speaking
- » Class/group discussions
- » Oral presentations
- » Class play
Library
- » Bridge research
- » Information retrieval, multimedia
- » Evaluating the authenticity and relevancy of information
- » Distinguishing opinions, arguments and facts
- » Plagiarism & copyright issues
- » Reference tools
Mathematics
Operations- » Review of fractions, decimals, percents
- » Operations with signed integers
- » Extensive word problems
- » Number patterns
- » Input-output functions
- » Fibonacci and Pascal investigations
- » Ratios and proportions
- » Fraction/decimal equivalencies
- » Metric conversions, powers of 10
- » Coordinate graphing, translations, rotations, and reflections
- » Angle geometry and compass constructions
- » Challenge problems called "puzzle points" are used both in-class and out of class.
- » Utilized to teach the following problem-solving strategies
- · Making systematic lists and patterns
- · Breaking down a problem into easier sub-problems
- · Using manipulatives or models
- · Working backwards
- · Eliminating possibilities
- » These challenges help children develop independence, perseverance and logical thinking skills.
Music
- » Refine rhythmic dexterity, ear training, & musical notation
- » Add 3-part singing
- » In-depth knowledge of jazz, blues, gospel, & spirituals
- » Develop previous musical skills
- » Music composition on the computer
- » Add rhythm patterns to learned notes
- » Rhythm & 5-note melodic dictation
- » Use research methods, various media, & Orff instruments to explore jazz & other genres
Outdoor Education
Trip
- » Pinnacles National Monument
- » Montara Lighthouse
- » Rock climbing
- » Night walks
- » Recreation hiking
- » Swimming
- » Campfire songs
- » Group gems
- » Tent sharing
- » Food preparation and cleanup
- » Skits
- » Trust walk
- » Climbing support
Reflection
- » Poetry
- » Chaparral ecosystem
- » Bats
- » Plate tectonics
- » Pinnacle formation
- » Night sky and constellations (stargazing)
Physical Education
- » Health components of fitness
- » Sportsmanship
- » Line dances: Popcorn, Chocolate City Hustle, Flying Eight
- » Traditional team sports & history: soccer, football, basketball
- » Individual sports/activities: badminton, juggling, pickleball
Science
Process/Skills
- » Cause & effect
- » Note taking
- » Brainstorming
- » Double-entry journals
- » PowerPoint presentations
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Ecology & the human body
Earth Science
- » Interior of the Earth
- » Minerals & rocks
- » Rock cycle
- » Bridges
- » States of matter
- » Periodic table
Self-Science
- » Self awareness
- » Exploring strengths, values
- » Where I can improve
- » Getting along with others
- » Dealing with friends
- » Healthy body, changes
- » Refusal skills
- » Conflict resolution
- » Understanding others
Social Studies
Topics
- » Mesopotamia
- » Egypt
- » Greece
- » World cultures: country & utopia projects
- » Stone Age: prehistoric life
- » Bridges
Skills/Process
- » Geography: mapping, countries
- » Research projects
- » Egyptian carnival, multimedia presentation
- » Simulations
- » Stone Age project
- » Mini-museum
Spanish
- » Numbers 1-1,000
- » Greetings & role playing
- » Extended family
- » Regular & irregular verbs
- » Simple geographical terms
- » Cardinal & intermediate directions
- » Sports
- » Music & instruments
- » Vacation
- » Writing & receiving letters
- » Reading a flight itinerary
- » Traditional activities, songs, crafts, & music
Technology
- » Presentation & research fluency
- » Integrated with all curricular areas
- » Learn Geometer's Sketchpad, other math & music programs
- » Expand upon skills with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Keynote, iMovie, Appleworks, Internet research