Framingham Public Schools

Sixth Grade Curriculum Outcomes

Language Arts | Math | Science | Social Studies | Art | Music, Choral & Instrumental
Physical & Health Education | World Languages | Technology & Engineering

Language Arts

Basic Texts: A multi–text approach is used

Supplementary Materials: Trade Books

Brief Statement of Subject Matter:

The integrated language arts program is a literature driven curriculum. Beginning with a piece of literature of various genres and themes, instruction incorporates all of the other language arts skills within its framework: reading, writing, grammar, usage, mechanics, spelling, vocabulary, critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, speaking, listening, viewing, and presenting.

General Objectives:

Through the integrated approach to language arts, students broaden their knowledge of the world of literature in a way that is meaningful to their present and future lives creating life long learners. Emphasis is placed upon comprehension, analysis, application, and the development of the student’s ability to communicate more effectively in both oral and written expression.

Major Units of Study

1. Fiction
2. Nonfiction
3. Drama
4. Poetry
5. Folklore
6. Literary Terminology
7. Literary Techniques
8. Writing Process
9. Reading Strategies
10. Study Skills
11. Grammar
12. Mechanics
13. Usage
14. Spelling
15. Vocabulary Development
16. History of the English Language
17. Reference Skills
18. Effective Listening
19. Effective Speaking
20. Technology Integration

Additional Information:

Although the major units are the same for each grade level, the program is sequentially organized. Each grade level builds and expands upon skills previously acquired.

Additional support is provided by the Literacy Specialists and the Gifted and Talented Teachers.