What !? Ms Nakae is teaching English? I know what a surprise, right? Talk about doing something different, but rest assured that I am actually a certified English teacher. I just spend most of my time teaching math. I truly enjoy reading and spend a fair amount of time writing, too. I am excited to be teaching this class. This course will be focused on the connection between reading and writing. We will read 3 class novels, engage in discussions about these books, write essays , read and write poetry and explore readers theatre.
I will send you an invite to join the class by Friday 9/8. Please join and read over the “Google Classroom expectation”. Yep, I'll send you an invite for that too. Questions or clarifications? Please contact me at t.nakae@tlschool.net or call me at 509 395 2571
See you soon!
Ms Nakae
“I kept always two books in my pocket, one to read, one to write in.” – Robert Louis Stevenson
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
EXPECTATIONS
The 6th grade language arts class will focus on critical reading and development of academic writing skills as they build middle school abilities. Students will build their skills through close reading and writing in various formats. Grammar and vocabulary will be taught within the context of our reading and writing, as well as through direct instruction. Our middle school language arts classes use the Collections curriculum from Houghton, Mifflin Harcourt. This curriculum integrates reading and writing together. Novel selections will support the themes presented in Collections.If you have questions about the materials, please contact me at any time. In addition to our language arts curriculum, we will also be focusing on learning how to navigate and better use Google Drive, Classroom, and programs like Docs and Slides.
Supplies:
Students should come prepared with one section of their binder (or a separate 1” binder) devoted to Reading/Writing. Students need lined paper and writing utensils, erasers. Students will be supplied with a writing folder. Chromebooks should be charged and ready on a daily basis. All work will be completed at home unless we begin in-person learning. Most projects will be completed online and others in hard copy. When materials are out of the ordinary, they will be provided. Novels and other materials sent home will be assigned and numbered, and return of these items will be expected. Damage or loss will result in fees for replacement.
Procedures and Attendance
Students will respect themselves, others, and the work being made. Students will use materials responsibly and safely and be prepared to participate in activities that will support learning.
Grading and Grade scale
Students will receive letter grades that are based on the following grading scale.
