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ELA/6th grade Pacing Guide

Purpose of the Pacing Guides

This pacing guide provides a map for instructing the required standards in a logical sequence. Just as a map may show multiple routes for arriving at a destination, a pacing document is simple a guide for ensuring all standards are instructed within an academic school year. While it is the expectation that standards noted in a specified nine weeks be instructed within that period, teachers have the professional liberty to teach these standards in a preferred order during that nine-week period.

Teachers are certainly the authority on how to teach the standard. Teaching grade-level standards to a depth that ensures students master the content by the end of the school year is the goal. Teachers must teach a curriculum that favors depth over breadth rather than being “an inch deep and a mile wide.” Assessing the learning needs of each student and providing interventions to help students master grade-level standards are critical to student academic growth.

Integration of social studies and/or science standards in ELA and math instruction is encouraged as feasible. Teacher collaboration for the purpose of integrating instruction of literacy, social studies, and/or science standards will enhance the total instructional program of a school.

Literature and Informational Text in the English/Language Arts Classroom

Elementary Classrooms Middle Grades ELA Classrooms High School English Classrooms

50% literature with introduction to the different genres.

Emphasis on literature with an integrated examination of themes across genres; some specific

genre studies.

Emphasis on literature and the interaction among archetypal story patterns and the

references of classical, traditional, and religious texts in contemporary texts.

50% informational text with introduction to the different text

features and text structures in scientific and social studies texts.

Literary nonfiction as a means of exploration on matters of science, social studies, and other

specialized disciplines.

Literary nonfiction as a means of contemplation of concepts on matters of

science, social studies, and specialized disciplines.

Informational text as it can be used to research

and support an argument.

Sophisticated informational text from specialized disciplines as it can be used to

research and support an argument.

Note on Coding:

6.RL.KID.1

6 is the grade level; Reading Literature (RL) is the strand; Key Ideas and Details (KID) is the category; 1 is the standard number within the strand.

Abbreviation Key:

O: Ongoing standard (standards that are continually instructed and assessed throughout the year)

E: Standard explicitly instructed

M: Standard instructed and assessed to gauge mastery * Indicates a Power Standard, based on the TN Ready Blueprints


Year at a Glance

Language (Conventions and Knowledge) Reading Literature Writing

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Standard Tested

Percentage Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Standard Tested


Percentage

E O O O 6.L.CSE.1*

13-14%

EM M M M 6.RL.KID.1* 32-34% 17-18%

EM M 6.W.TTP.1*

2-4%

EM 6.L.CSE.1.a EM M M M 6.RL.KID.2* E E 6.W.1.a,b

EM 6.L.CSE.1.b E EM 6.RL.KID.3 E 6.W.1.c,g

EM 6.L.CSE.1.c EM EM EM EM 6.RL.IKI.7* E 6.W.1.e

E E EM 6.L.CSE.1.d EM 6.RL.IKI.9* E E EM 6.W.1.h,i

O O O 6.W.1.d,f

EM EM O O 6.L.CSE.2* EM EM EM EM 6.RL.CS.4*

EM O O O 6.RL.CS.5* EM M 6.W.TTP.2*

E EM EM 6.L.KL.3 EM O O 6.RL.CS.6* E 6.W.2.a,c,d

O O O O 6.RL.RW.10 E 6.W.2.b,e,g

E E EM 6.W.2.i,j

O O O O 6.W.2.f,h

Language (Vocabulary Acquisition and Use) Reading Informational Text



Percentage

E E E M 6.L.VAU.4*

17-18%

13-14%

EM M M M 6.RI.KID.1* 32-34% 17-18%

EM 6.W.TTP.3*

E E E M 6.L.VAU.4.a EM M M M 6.RI.KID.2* EM 6.W.3.a,f

E E O O 6.L.VAU.4.b EM 6.RI.KID.3* EM 6.W.3.b,c,e

O O O O 6.L.VAU.4.c EM EM EM EM 6.RI.KID.7* E E EM 6.W.3.d,g

E E O O 6.L.VAU.4.d EM 6.RL.IKI.8*

E EM 6.RL.IKI.9* E O O M 6.W.PDW.4

E E E M 6.L.VAU.5* EM OM OM OM 6.RI.CS.4* O O O O 6.W.PDW.5-6

EM EM EM O 6.RI.CS.5* O O O O 6.W.RBPK.7

E O O O 6.L.VAU.6* EM O O 6.RL.CS.6* E O O O 6.W.RBPK.8

O O O O 6.RI.RW.10 E E E M 6.W.RBPK.9

Speaking and Listening


Percentage

O O O O SL.CC.1

N/A

O O O O 6.W.RW.10

E SL.CC.2

E E E SL.CC.3

E E O O SL.PKI.4

E SL.PKI.5

O O O O SL.PKI.6

ELA/6th grade Pacing Guide 1st Quarter

Domain Cluster Standards

Literature Informational Text I Can Objectives

Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils 6.RL.KID.1* Analyze what a text says

explicitly and draw logical inferences;

cite textual evidence to support

conclusions.

6.RI.KID.1* Analyze what a text says explicitly and draw logical inferences; cite textual evidence to support conclusions.

Literature- I can analyze a text, make

inferences and cite evidence to support my

conclusions.

Info. - I can analyze a text, make logical

inferences, and cite textual evidence to

support my conclusions.

E M

Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils 6.RL.KID.2* Determine a theme or

central idea of a text and analyze its

development over the course of the

text; provide an objective summary.

6.RI.KID.2* Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through details; provide an objective summary.

Literature- I can determine the theme or

central idea of a text, analyze the text’s

development and provide an objective

summary.

Info.- I can determine a central idea of a

text,

E M

Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils 6.RL.KID.3* Describe how the plot of a

story or drama unfolds, as well as how

the characters respond or change as

the plot moves toward a resolution.

6.RI.KID.3* Analyze in detail how a key individual, event, or idea is introduced, illustrated, and developed in a text.

Literature- I can analyze how the plot of a

story unfolds and how characters respond

to changes within the plot.

Info. - I can analyze how key individuals,

ideas or events are developed or illustrated

in text.

E M

Read

ing

Inte

gra

tio

n o

f

Know

led

ge

and I

deas 6.RL.IKI.9* Compare and contrast

texts in different forms or genres in

terms of their approaches to similar

themes and topics.

6.RI.IKI.9 Compare and contrast two or more authors’ presentation of the same topic or event.

Literature- I can compare and contrast

texts in different forms and genres which

have similar themes and topics.

Info. – I can compare and contrast two or

more author’s presentation of the same

topic or event

Read

ing

Cra

ft

and S

tructu

re

6.RL.CS.4* Determine the meaning of

words and phrases as they are used in

a text, including figurative and

connotative meanings; analyze the

impact of specific word choices on

meaning and tone, including allusions

to other texts.

6.RI.CS.4* Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.

Literature- I can determine the meaning of

words and phrases as they are used in a

text, including figurative and connotative

meanings; analyze the impact of specific

word choices on meaning and tone,

including allusions to other texts.

Info. - I can determine the meaning of


E M


text, including figurative, connotative, and

technical meanings.


Domain Cluster Standards I Can Objectives

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry A

cqu

isitio

n

and U

se

6.L.VAU.4* Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning

words and phrases based on 6th grade-level text by choosing flexibly from a

range of strategies.

a) Use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or a phrase

b) Use common grade-appropriate morphological elements as clues to the

meaning of a word or a phrase.

c) Consult reference materials, both print and digital, to find the pronunciation

of a word or phrase

d) Use etymological patterns in spelling as clues to the meaning of a word or

phrase

I can determine or clarify the meaning of

unknown and multiple-meaning words and

phrases appropriate for my grade level.

E

M

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry

Acquis

itio

n

and U

se

6.L.VAU.5* When reading, listening, writing, and speaking, explain the function

of figurative language, word relationships, and connotation/denotation and use

them correctly and effectively.

I can explain the function of figurative

language, word relationships, and

connotation/denotation and use them

correctly and effectively.

E

M

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry

Acquis

itio

n

and U

se

6.L.VAU.6* Acquire and accurately use grade-appropriate general academic

and domain-specific words and phrases; develop vocabulary knowledge when

considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

I can gain and accurately use grade-

appropriate academic vocabulary; develop

vocabulary knowledge that is important to my

comprehension or expression.

E

Lan

gu

ag

e

Conventio

ns o

f

Sta

ndard

En

glis

h 6.L.CSE.1 *Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English

grammar and usage.

a) When reading or listening, explain the function of pronouns (case, intensive

pronouns, pronoun antecedent agreement).

b) When writing or speaking, use pronouns (case, intensive pronouns, pronoun

antecedent agreement) effectively.

I can demonstrate command of the

conventions of standard English grammar

and usage.

E

O

M

Lan

gu

ag

e

Conventio

n

s o

f

Sta

ndard

Eng

lish

6.L.CSE.2* Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. When reading or writing, explain the functions of commas, parentheses, and dashes to set off parenthetical elements and use them correctly to do so.

I can use correct punctuation to set off

parenthetical elements in a sentence.

E

M



Wri

tin

g

Text T

ypes

and P

roto

co

ls NARRATIVE (6.W.TTP.3)

6.W.TTP.3.b Organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically. 6.W.TTP.3.c Create a smooth progression of experiences or events.

6.W.TTP.3.e Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence, signal shifts, and show the relationships among experiences and events.

I can organize and plan a narrative essay

using a variety of transition words to

encourage a natural and logical sequence to

the essay.

E

M

Wri

tin

g

Text T

ypes

and P

roto

co

l NARRATIVE (6.W.TTP.3) 6.W.TTP.3.d. Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, and description when appropriate, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters. 6.W.TTP.3.g. Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to convey experiences and events.

I can use narrative techniques and precise

descriptive language to enhance details

within my narrative essay.

E

M

Wri

tin

g

Rang

e

of W

riting

6.W.RW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

I can write routinely over extended time

frames and shorter time frames for a range

of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and

audiences.

O

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Com

pre

hensio

n

and

Colla

bora

tion

6.SL.CC.1 Prepare for collaborative discussions on 6th grade level topics and texts; engage effectively with varied partners, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own ideas clearly.

I can collaborate with my peers on 6th grade

level topics and texts; engage effectively with

varied partners, building on others’ ideas and

expressing their own ideas clearly.

O

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

Know

ledge

and I

deas

6.SL.PKI.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating

command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

I can adapt speech to a variety of contexts

and tasks, demonstrating command of formal

English when indicated or appropriate.

O

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

Know

ledge

and I

deas

6.SL.PKI.4 Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

I can present claims and findings,

sequencing ideas logically and use pertinent

descriptions, facts, and details to emphasize

main ideas or themes;

I can use appropriate eye contact, adequate

volume, and clear pronunciation.

O


2nd Quarter


Literature Informational I Can Objectives

Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils

6.RL.KID.1* Analyze what a text

says explicitly and draw logical

inferences; cite textual evidence to

support conclusions.

6.RI.KID.1* Analyze what a text says explicitly and draw logical inferences; cite textual evidence to support conclusions


inferences and cite evidence to support my

conclusions.

Info. - I can analyze a text, make logical inferences, and cite textual evidence to support my conclusions.

O

M

Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils

6.RL.KID.2* Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary.

6.RI.KID.2* Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through details; provide an objective summary.

Literature- I can determine the theme or

central idea of a text, analyze the text’s

development and provide an objective

summary.

Info. - I can determine a central idea of a text, make logical inferences, and cite textual evidence to support my conclusions.

O

M

Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils

6.RL.KID.3 Describe how the plot of a story or drama unfolds, as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves towards a resolution.

6.RI.KID.3 Analyze in detail how a key individual, event, or idea is introduced, illustrated, and developed in a text.

Literature – I can describe how the plot

unfolds and how the characters respond as

the plot moves towards a resolution.

Info. – I can analyze how a key individual,

event or idea is introduced and developed in

a text.

E

M

Read

ing

Cra

ft a

nd

Str

uctu

re

6.RL.CS.4* Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings: analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including allusions to other texts and repetition of words and phrases.

6.RI.CS.4* Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.

Literature- I can determine the meanings of

words and phrases used in a text.

Info. - I can determine the meanings of words, phrases, and technical meanings as used in a text.

E

M


Read

ing

Cra

ft a

nd

Str

uctu

re

6.RL.CS.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.RI.CS.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.

Literature – I can analyze individual parts of

a text and determine how it contributes to the

development of them, setting, or plot.

Info. – I can analyze individual parts of a text

and determine how it contributes to the

development of the text’s ideas.

E

M

Read

ing

Cra

ft a

nd

Str

uctu

re 6.RL.CS.6 Explain how an author

establishes and conveys the point of view of the narrator or speaker in a text

6.RI.CS.6 Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and explain how it is conveyed in a text.

Literature – I can explain how an author establishes and conveys the narrator’s point of view.

Info. – I can determine an author’s point of view and explain how it is conveyed.

E

M

Read

ing

Inte

gra

tio

n o

f

Know

ledge

an

d

Ideas

Not applicable to literature 6.RI.IKI.8 Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

Info. – I can trace and evaluate an argument and determine if it is supported by reasons/evidence or not.

O

Read

ing

Rang

e a

nd

Text C

om

ple

xity 6.RL.RRTC.10 Read and

Comprehend a variety of literature

throughout the grades 6-8 text

complexity band proficiently, with a

gradual release of scaffolding at the

high end as needed.

6.RI.RRTC.10 Read and Comprehend a variety of literary nonfiction throughout the grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently, with a gradual release of scaffolding at the high end as needed.

Literature – I can read and comprehend

literary complex texts proficiently.

Info. – I can read and comprehend complex nonfiction texts proficiently.

O

Lan

gu

ag

e

Conventio

ns o

f

Sta

ndard

En

glis

h 6.L.CSE.1* Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English

grammar and usage.

c. When reading and listening, explain the function of phrases and clauses.

d. When writing or speaking, use simple, compound and complex sentences.

I can explain the function of phrases and

clauses.

I can use simple, compound, and complex

sentences.

O

EM

E



Lan

gu

ag

e

Conventio

ns o

f

Sta

ndard

En

glis


capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.

When reading or writing, explain the functions of commas, parentheses, and

dashes to set off parenthetical elements and use them correctly to do so.

I can use correct punctuation to set off parenthetical elements in a sentence.

I can write effectively, using capital letters, punctuation and spelling correctly.

E

M

Lan

gu

ag

e

Know

ledge

of

Lang

uag

e 6.L.KL.3 When writing and speaking, vary sentence patterns for meaning,

reader/listener interest, and style; maintain consistency in style and tone. I can vary sentence patterns to maintain interest, style, and tone.

E

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry

Acquis

itio

n

and U

se


words and phrases based no 6th grade-level text by choosing flexibly from a range

of strategies.

a. Use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or a phrase.

b. Use common grade-appropriate morphological elements as clues to the meaning

of a word or a phrase.

c. Consult reference materials, both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a

word or phrase.

d. Use etymological patterns in spelling as clues to the meanings of a word or

phrase.

I can use a variety of resources or strategies to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words.

M

M

O

O

O

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry

Acquis

itio

n

and U

se

6.L.VAU.5* When reading, listening, writing, and speaking, explain the function of figurative language, word relationships, and connotation/denotation and use them correctly and effectively.

I can explain the functions of figurative language, word relationships and connotation/denotation and use them effectively.

E

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry

Acquis

itio

n

and U

se

6.L.VAU.6* Acquire and accurately use grade-appropriate general academic and

domain specific words and phrases; develop vocabulary knowledge when


I can acquire and use a variety of vocabulary to enhance my vocabulary knowledge throughout the year.

O



Wri

tin

g

Text T

ypes

and P

roto

co

ls

(6.W.TTP.1) ARGUMENT

a. Introduce claim(s).

b. Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence;

knowledge alternate or opposing claim(s).

h. Use varied sentence structure to enhance meaning and reader interest.

i. Establish and maintain a formal style.

I can write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence

E

Wri

tin

g

Text T

ypes

and P

roto

co

ls (6.W.TTP.1) ARGUMENT

d. Use credible sources and demonstrate an understanding of the topic or source

material.

f. Use precise language and content-specific vocabulary.

I can use credible sources to demonstrate my understanding of the topic.

I can use precise language and content-specific vocabulary within my argumentative essay.

O

Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

of W

riting

6.W.PDW.4* Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development,

organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

(Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1-3 above.)

I can produce clear and coherent writing. O

Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

Of W

riting

6.W.PDW.5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and

strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a

new approach.

(Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language standards 1-3

up to and including grade 6).

I can strengthen my writing with guidance and support from others.

O


Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

of W

riting

6.W.PDW.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing

and to collaborate with others; type a complete product in a single sitting as defined

in W.1-3.

I can use technology to publish writing and collaborate with others.

O

Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to B

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge

6.W.RBPK.7 Conduct research to answer a question, drawing on multiple sources

and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate. I can conduct research to strengthen my writing.

O

Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to B

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge

6.W.RBPK.8 Integrate relevant and credible information from print and digital

sources; quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding

plagiarism and providing basic bibliographic information for sources.

I can integrate information from print and digital sources while avoiding plagiarism.

O

Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to B

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge

6.W.RBPK.9 Support interpretations, analyses, reflections, or research with

evidence found in literature or informational texts, applying grade 6 standards for

reading.

I can support my research with text evidence.

E

Wri

tin

g

Rang

e

of W

riting

6.W.RW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames for a

range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

I can write routinely within differing time frames.

O


Domain Cluster Standards Linking Standards I Can Objectives

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Com

pre

hensio

n

And C

olla

bora

tio

n

6.SL.CC.1 Prepare for collaborative

discussions on 6th grade level topics

and texts; engage effectively with varied

partners, building on others’ ideas and


RL.1-7, 9, 10

RI. 1-10

W. 5-6

I can collaborate effectively with others. O

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Com

pre

hensio

n

and C

olla

bora

tion

6.SL.CC.3 Explain a speaker’s

argument and specific claims,

distinguishing claims that are supported

by reasons and evidence from claims

that are not.

L. 4-5

RI.8

W.9b

I can analyze a speaker’s argument/claim and determine that it is or is not supported by reasons/evidence.

E

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

Know

ledge

/Ide

as

6.SL.PKI.4 Present claims and findings,

sequencing ideas logically and using

pertinent descriptions, facts, and details

to accentuate main ideas or themes;

use appropriate eye contact, adequate


RL.2

RI.2, 8

W.1, 4, 7

I can present information and speak effectively during a presentation.

O

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

know

ledge

6.SL.PKI.6 Adapt speech to a variety of

contexts and tasks, demonstrating

command of formal English when

indicated or appropriate.

L.1, 3

W. 4-5

I can adapt a speech to demonstrate command of formal English when presenting.

O

Reading

Range and Text Complexity

6.RL.RRTC.10 Read and Comprehend a variety of literature throughout the grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently, with a gradual release of scaffolding at the high end as needed

6.RI.RRTC.10 Read and Comprehend a variety of literary nonfiction throughout the grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently, with a gradual release of scaffolding at the high end as needed.



Info. – I can read and comprehend complex nonfiction texts proficiently

O


3rd Quarter Domain Cluster Standards I Can Objectives

Lan

gu

ag

e

Conventio

ns o

f

Sta

ndard

En

glis


grammar and usage.


I can use simple, compound, and

complex sentences.

O

E

Lan

gu

ag

e

Conventio

ns o

f

Sta

ndard

En

glis





I can use correct punctuation to set off parenthetical elements in a sentence.

I can write effectively, using capital

letters, punctuation and spelling

correctly.

O

Lan

gu

ag

e

Know

ledge

of

Lang

uag

e

6.L.KL.3 When writing and speaking, vary sentence patterns for meaning,

reader/listener interest, and style; maintain consistency in style and tone.

I can vary sentence patterns to maintain

interest, style, and tone.

E

M

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry



of strategies.





word or phrase.


phrase.

I can use a variety of resources or

strategies to determine the meaning of

unfamiliar words.

E

E

O

O

O

E

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry 6.L.VAU.6* Acquire and accurately use grade-appropriate general academic and



I can acquire and use a variety of

vocabulary to enhance my vocabulary

knowledge throughout the year.

O




Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils

6.RL.KID.1* Analyze what a text says

explicitly and draw logical inferences; cite

textual evidence to support conclusions.

6.RI.KID.1* Analyze what a text says



conclusions.


inferences and cite evidence to support

my conclusions.




OM

Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils

6.RL.KID.2* Determine a theme or


development over the course of the text;

provide an objective summary.

6.RI.KID.2* Determine a central idea

of a text and how it is conveyed

through details; provide an objective

summary.

Literature- I can determine the theme

or central idea of a text, analyze the

text’s development and provide an

objective summary.

Info. - I can determine a central idea of

a text, make logical inferences, and cite

textual evidence to support my

conclusions.

OM

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6.RL.CS.4* Determine the meaning of


text, including figurative and connotative

meanings: analyze the impact of specific

word choices on meaning and tone,

including allusions to other texts and

repetition of words and phrases.

6.RI.CS.4* Determine the meaning of


a text, including figurative, connotative,

and technical meanings.

Literature- I can determine the

meanings of words and phrases used in

a text.

Info. - I can determine the meanings of

words, phrases, and technical

meanings as used in a text.

EM

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ing

Cra

ft a

nd

Str

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re

6.RL.CS.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.RI.CS.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.

Literature – I can analyze individual

parts of a text and determine how it

contributes to the development of them,

setting, or plot.

Info. – I can analyze individual parts of

a text and determine how it contributes

to the development of the text’s ideas.

E

M

Read

ing

Inte

gra

tio

n o

f

Know

ledge

Not applicable to literature 6.RI.IKI.8* Trace and evaluate the

argument and specific claims in a text,

distinguishing claims that are

supported by reasons and evidence

form claims that are not.

Info. – I can trace and evaluate

arguments and claims in a test and

determine if they are supported by

evidence within the text.

E

M


Read

ing

Inte

gra

tio

n o

f

Know

ledge

6.RL.IKI.9* Compare and contrast texts in

different forms or genres in terms of their

approaches to similar themes and topics.

6.RI.IKI.9* Compare and contrast two

or more authors’ presentation of the

same topic or event.

Literature – I can compare and

contrast different forms of text and

determine similarities in themes and

topics.

Info. – I can compare and contrast

different authors’ presentations of

similar topics or events.

E

M

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Rang

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nd

Text C

om

ple

xity 6.RL.RRTC.10 Read and Comprehend a

variety of literature throughout the grades

6-8 text complexity band proficiently, with

a gradual release of scaffolding at the

high end as needed.

6.RI.RRTC.10 Read and Comprehend

a variety of literary nonfiction




high end as needed.

Literature – I can read and

comprehend literary complex texts

proficiently.

Info. – I can read and comprehend

complex nonfiction texts proficiently.

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nd

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Com

pre

hensio

n

and C

olla

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tion


discussions on 6th grade level topics and

texts; engage effectively with varied

partners, building on others’ ideas and


RL.1-7, 9, 10

RI. 1-10

W. 5-6


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nd

Lis

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Com

pre

hensio

n

and C

olla

bora

tion

6.SL.CC.3 Explain a speaker’s argument

and specific claims, distinguishing claims

that are supported by reasons and

evidence from claims that are not.

L. 4-5

RI.8

W.9b

I can analyze a speaker’s

argument/claim and determine that it is

or is not supported by

reasons/evidence.

E

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nd

Lis

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Pre

senta

tion o

f

Know

ledge

/Ide

as

6.SL.PKI.4 Present claims and findings,

sequencing ideas logically and using

pertinent descriptions, facts, and details

to accentuate main ideas or themes; use

appropriate eye contact, adequate


RL.2

RI.2, 8

W.1, 4, 7

I can present information and speak

effectively during a presentation.

O


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Pro

tocol

6.W.TTP.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant

evidence.

a. Introduce claim(s)

b. Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence;

acknowledge alternate or opposing claim(s).

c. Organize the reasons and evidence clearly and clarify the relationships among

claim(s) and reasons.

g. Use appropriate transitions to create

cohesion and clarify the relationships

among ideas and concepts.

h. Use varied sentence structure to

enhance meaning and reader interest.

i. Establish and maintain a form al style.

d. Use credible sources and demonstrate an understanding of the topic or source

material.

f. Use precise language and content-

specific vocabulary.

I can write arguments to support claims

with clear reasons and relevant

evidence.

E

O

O

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nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

know

ledge

6.SL.PKI.6 Adapt speech to a variety of

contexts and tasks, demonstrating



L.1, 3

W. 4-5

I can adapt a speech to demonstrate


presenting.

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Pro

duction

an

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of W

riting


organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-

specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1-3 above.)

I can produce clear and coherent

writing.

O

Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

of W

riting



new approach. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language

standards 1-3 up to and including grade 6).

I can strengthen my writing with

guidance and support from others.

O

Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

of W

riting



in W.1-3.

I can use technology to publish writing

and collaborate with others.

O

Wri

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g

Researc

h to b

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge


and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.

I can conduct research to strengthen

my writing.

O

Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to b

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge




I can integrate information from print

and digital sources while avoiding

plagiarism.

O


Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to b

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge



reading.

I can support my research with text

evidence.

E

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f W

ritin

g 6.W.RW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames for a


I can write routinely within differing time

frames.

O

4th Quarter Domain Cluster Standard I can objectives

Lan

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Conventio

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f

Sta

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6.L.CSE.1* Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English

grammar and usage.


I can use simple, compound, and

complex sentences.

O

E

M

Lan

gu

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e

Conventio

ns o

f

Sta

ndard

En

glis

h

6.L.CSE.2* Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English




I can write effectively, using capital

letters, punctuation and spelling

correctly.

I can use correct punctuation to set off

parenthetical elements in a sentence.

O




Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and

Deta

ils

6.RL.KID.1* Analyze what a text

says explicitly and draw logical

inferences; cite textual evidence to

support conclusions.

6.RI.KID.1* Analyze what a text says



conclusions.


inferences and cite evidence to support

my conclusions.

OM

Lan

gu

ag

e

Know

ledge

of

Lang

uag

e 6.L.KL.3 When writing and speaking, vary sentence patterns for meaning,

reader/listener interest, and style; maintain consistency in style and tone.

I can vary sentence patterns to maintain

interest, style, and tone.

E

M

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry



of strategies.





word or phrase.


phrase.

I can use a variety of resources or

strategies to determine the meaning of

unfamiliar words.

M

M

O

O

O

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Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry

6.L.VAU.5* When reading, listening, writing, and speaking, explain the function of

figurative language, word relationships, and connotation/denotation and use them

correctly and effectively.

I can explain the functions of M

Lan

gu

ag

e

Vocab

ula

ry

6.L.VAU.6* Acquire and accurately use grade-appropriate general academic and



I can acquire and use a variety of

vocabulary to enhance my vocabulary

knowledge throughout the year.

O





Read

ing

Key Id

eas

and D

eta

ils

6.RL.KID.2* Determine a theme or


development over the course of the

text; provide an objective summary.

6.RI.KID.2* Determine a central idea

of a text and how it is conveyed

through details; provide an objective

summary.

Literature- I can determine the theme

or central idea of a text, analyze the

text’s development and provide an

objective summary.

Info. - I can determine a central idea of

a text, make logical inferences, and cite

textual evidence to support my

conclusions.

OM

Read

ing

Cra

ft a

nd

Str

uctu

re

6.RL.CS.4* Determine the meaning

of words and phrases as they are

used in a text, including figurative

and connotative meanings: analyze

the impact of specific word choices

on meaning and tone, including

allusions to other texts and repetition

of words and phrases.

6.RI.CS.4* Determine the meaning of


a text, including figurative, connotative,

and technical meanings.

Literature- I can determine the

meanings of words and phrases used in

a text.

Info. - I can determine the meanings of

words, phrases, and technical meanings

as used in a text.

EM

Read

ing

Cra

ft a

nd

Str

uctu

re

6.RL.CS.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.RI.CS.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.

Literature – I can analyze individual

parts of a text and determine how it

contributes to the development of them,

setting, or plot.

Info. – I can analyze individual parts of

a text and determine how it contributes

to the development of the text’s ideas.

E

M

Read

ing

Inte

gra

tio

n o

f

Know

ledge

6.RL.IKI.7* Compare and contrast

the written version of a story, drama,

or poem to the experience of

listening to or viewing an audio,

video, or live production of a text.

6.RI.IKI.7* Integrate information

presented in different media or

formats, such as in tables, images,

diagrams, and words to develop

coherent understanding of a topic or

issue.

Literature – I can compare and contrast

different forms of literature.

Info. – I can integrate different forms of

media to enhance the understanding of

a topic or issue.

E

M

Read

ing

Rang

e a

nd

Text C

om

ple

xity 6.RL.RRTC.10 Read and

Comprehend a variety of literature




high end as needed.

6.RI.RRTC.10 Read and Comprehend

a variety of literary nonfiction




high end as needed.



Info. – I can read and comprehend

complex nonfiction texts proficiently.

O



Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Com

pre

hensio

n

and

Colla

bora

tion


discussions on 6th grade level topics

and texts; engage effectively with

varied partners, building on others’

ideas and expressing their own ideas

clearly.

RL.1-7, 9, 10

RI. 1-10

W. 5-6


Sp

ea

kin

g

an

d

Lis

ten

ing

Com

pre

hensio

n

and

Colla

bora

tion

6.SL.CC.2 Interpret information

presented in diverse media formats;

explain how source information

contributes to a topic, text, or issue

under study.

L.VAU.8 5-6

Reading Cornerstone Standards

1 and 10.

RL/RI.7

W.8

I can interpret different formats of media

to explain how source information

contributes to a topic under study.

E

Sp

ea

kin

g

an

d

Lis

ten

ing

Com

pre

hensio

n

and

Colla

bora

tion

6.SL.CC.3 Explain a speaker’s

argument and specific claims,

distinguishing claims that are

supported by reasons and evidence

from claims that are not.

L. 4-5

RI.8

W.9b

I can analyze a speaker’s

argument/claim and determine that it is

or is not supported by

reasons/evidence.

E

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

Know

ledge

/Ide

as

6.SL.PKI.4 Present claims and

findings, sequencing ideas logically

and using pertinent descriptions,

facts, and details to accentuate main

ideas or themes; use appropriate eye

contact, adequate volume, and clear

pronunciation.

RL.2

RI.2, 8

W.1, 4, 7

I can present information and speak

effectively during a presentation.

O

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

Know

ledge

/Ide

as

6.SL.PKI.5 Include multimedia

components and visual displays in

presentations to clarify information.

RI.7, 8, 9

W.6, 8

I can include multimedia components

and visual displays in my presentation to

clarify information.

E

Sp

ea

kin

g a

nd

Lis

ten

ing

Pre

senta

tion o

f

know

ledge

6.SL.PKI.6 Adapt speech to a variety

of contexts and tasks, demonstrating



L.1, 3

W. 4-5

I can adapt a speech to demonstrate


presenting.

O



Wri

tin

g

Text T

ypes a

nd

Pro

tocol

6.W.TTP.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant

evidence.

e. Craft an effective and relevant conclusion that supports the argument

presented.

h. Use varied sentence structure to

enhance meaning and reader interest.

i. Establish and maintain a form al style.

d. Use credible sources and demonstrate

an understanding of the topic or source

material.

f. Use precise language and content-

specific vocabulary.

I can write arguments to support claims

with clear reasons and relevant

evidence.

M

E

EM

EM

O

O

Wri

tin

g

Text T

ypes a

nd

Pro

tocol

6.W.TTP.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey

ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization and analysis of

relevant content.

i. Use varied sentence structure to enhance meaning and reader interest.

j. Establish and maintain a formal style.

f. Include formatting, graphics, and multimedia when appropriate.

h. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary.

I can write to inform/explain topics.

I can use a variety of sentence structure

to enhance my writing.

I can maintain a formal style while

writing.

I can include multimedia elements in my

writing.

I can use text specific vocabulary

M

E

E

O

O

Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

of W

riting


organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

(Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1-3 above.)

I can produce clear and coherent

writing.

M


Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

of W

riting



new approach.

(Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language standards 1-3

up to and including grade 6).

I can strengthen my writing with

guidance and support from others.

O

Wri

tin

g

Pro

duction

an

d

Dis

trib

ution

of W

riting



in W.1-3.

I can use technology to publish writing

and collaborate with others.

O

Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to B

uild

And P

resen

t

Know

ledge


and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.

I can conduct research to strengthen

my writing.

O

Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to B

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge




I can integrate information from print

and digital sources while avoiding

plagiarism.

O

Wri

tin

g

Researc

h to B

uild

and P

resent

Know

ledge



reading.

I can support my research with text

evidence.

M

Wri

tin

g

Rang

e

of W

riting

6.W.RW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames for a


I can write routinely within differing time

frames.

O

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