Language Arts - Grade 6 - ​Mrs. Yialias

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Language Arts Google Classroom CODES: 
(UPDATED October 16, 2020)

​ 6A1: mp4f6se
 6A2: 2344c55
 6B1: wkweapp
 6B2: 62ypc6k
 D60: bhuzefn
 D61: dvfph63 

*Please check my Language Arts Google Classroom Stream daily for updates, assignments, and Google Meet links.   

 * Previous Sections: A64/A66/B68
(You may still access your previous Google Classroom Section to refer to assignments given prior to OCTOBER 19.)
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​                             Language Arts Supplies (for ALL Students)
  • Headphones ("plug-in")
  • A marble notebook
  • Pens: (red, green, blue, black) 
  • Highlighters
  • Dry erase whiteboard (11 x 14)
  • Dry erase markers (red, green, blue, black)
  • One pack of large Index Cards (4 x 6 or 5 x 7)
  • One pack of Coloring Markers for use on index cards (red, green, blue, yellow, black) 
  • A small pack of construction paper (8½ x 11) that includes the following colors: red, green, blue, yellow  ​​                              
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        Unit: Greek Myths Matter
         Essential Questions:
  1.                Why do myths matter?
  2.                What makes a myth?
  3.                How are myths relevant today?



Anchor Text: D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths
Through close reading of informational and literary texts, writing, and discussion, students will analyze, compare, explain, and evaluate the purposes, elements, and themes of Greek mythology and determine their relevance to contemporary literature.   
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Unit Objectives and Topics:
  • Elements of Mythology
  • Analysis of Central Ideas/Themes/Elements of Myths
  • Proper Organization and Elaboration in Written Responses
  • Analyzing and Connecting Complex Informational Texts to Literary Texts
  • Providing Text-based Evidence to support inferences
  • Writing Plot Summaries
  • Analyzing Character Traits and Attributes 
Language Arts Grading Policy                                                                 
25% Student Engagement in Class Work Participation in Interactive Discussions
25% Unit Summative Writing Pieces/Performance Tasks/ Projects
25% Homework and Literacy Assignments
25% Reading and Writing Assessments
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S = SUBMITTED
M = MISSING/0
INC = INCOMPLETE
L = LATE

Standards-based Rubrics Scores:
4  - Exemplary
(Exceeding the Standards)
3 - Proficient
(Meeting the Standards)
2 - Basic
(Approaching the Standards)
1 - Limited
(Far Below the Standards)

Links

Greek Myths Resources: AUDIO Files
D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths:
Click on the title and/or the link that appears and read along while you listen to the myth:
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        - In Olden Times                            - Athena
        - Gaea                                             - Poseidon
        - The Titans                                    - Apollo
        - Cronus                                          - Artemis
        - Zeus                                              - Hermes
        - Hera                                              - Hades
        - Hephaestus                                  - Persephone
        - Aphrodite                                     - Dionysus
        - Ares
Greek Mythology Websites:
AUDIO FILES: The Lightning Thief Resources: 
​After reading and annotating each chapter, you may listen to the Audio versions (LINKS below)  This resource is offered to build listening and comprehension skills.
AUDIO LINKS BELOW:
The Lightning Thief Chapter 1
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​2
The Lightning Thief Chapter 3
The Lightning Thief Chapter 4 
The Lightning Thief Chapter 5 
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​6
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​7
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​8
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​9
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​10
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​11
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​12
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​13
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​14
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​15
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​16
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​17
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​18
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​19
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​20
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​21
The Lightning Thief Chapter ​22
Interesting Websites:  The Lightning Thief:
​http://rickriordan.com/book/the-lightning-thief/
http://rickriordan.com/series/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians/
Future Unit of Study
​Dragonwings Audiobook Files​​:
​ Click on the Chapter to listen:
Vocabulary Acquisition and Word Study Websites:

  • http://www.readingrockets.org/article/root-words-roots-and-affixes
  • http://www.vocabulary.co.il/root-words/
  • www.visuwords.com
  • www.vocabulary.com
  • http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/athens_games/game.htm
Additional Resources:
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