Language Arts/ LaBarbera/Grade 6/2010-2011 school year

Language Arts/ LaBarbera/Grade 6/2010-2011 school year.

Hello!! Welcome to Sixth Grade!! You are about to embark upon a learning adventure!!

Language Arts class will be an 80 minute block of time which will include literacy skills, novel study, responses to literature, writing process, expanding vocabulary, the six traits of writing, and the study of grammar. With an integrated approach and with our new Prentice Hall series your reading and writing will reach new heights.
Materials : You need to bring at least two black/blue pens , a spiral notebook, a pocket folder,and a slot in your accordion folder for Language Arts. Optional:( yellow lined writing process paper for first drafts.)
Check this blog for lesson topics, homework assignments, and general sixth grade updates.

How can a parent help the student ? Ask your child to "check the blog" , instead of asking if there is homework. Once you check the blog, you will know the homework assignment.
Encourage students to proofread their work. If you see glaring errors, say, " Check paragraph three for correct punctuation." Let your child own his/her work, but feel free to guide the student to correction.

Communication: This blog will be kept current through the school week. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the teacher. Let's work together for the progress of the child.