Teacher's Name: Mrs. Morelli
Grade/Subject: Grade 6 - February News
Contact: VMorelli@stjohnskenmore.com
LANGUAGE ARTS
We are continuing to learn new spelling words weekly. We continue with grammar; specifically pronouns - beginning with personal - both singular and plural. Next we move on to subject pronouns and object pronouns. Following these we will learn possessive forms. We will also explore poetry. The students will create several styles of poems. Among these are patterned styles, including diamonte, biographical, and color poems. We will have fun with limericks, too!
READING
We take a leave from our textbook series to spend time learning about Greek mythology, as it pertains to our Greek unit in Social Studies. We will learn about the many gods and goddesses including Zeus and Aphrodite, as well as their respective areas of power. Several of the better known Greek myths will be read and interpreted.
*REMINDER: Two (2) book reports are assigned each trimester. The next two are due January 20th and March 16th.
JOURNAL
Journal writing is continuing with a weekly written assignment (one and one/half page) in response to a journal prompt or to an article read from a newspaper or magazine. It is assigned on Tuesdays and due on Friday (of the same week). I expect to see growth and development in your child's ability to effectively communicate.
Effort is needed to produce sixth grade quality work.
SOCIAL STUDIES
We have begun a journey to one of the most fascinating areas of ancient history - Greece! We will explore the geography, culture, government, people and more! In addition, the students will have the chance to compete in their own 6th Grade Olympics. In conjunction with the ancient Greek culture, the students will have the opportunity to draw and paint a Greek myth on terra cotta pots.
Happy Valentine's Day!! 