AlbertaGrade 6
Alberta Grade 6 ELA Curriculum
Video lessons and practice for every Grade 6 English Language Arts topic. Aligned to what Alberta schools teach. Help with reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Alberta Grade 6 ELA Curriculum | StudyPugHelp
LO_ID | Learning Outcome-Skills & Procedures | StudyPug Topic |
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ELA.6.A2.1 | Text categorization purpose identification and genre analysis: Analyze the purpose of a variety of digital or non-digital texts categorize texts according to genre and examine literary text forms including articles speeches and hybrids |
ELA.6.A2.2 | Reading purpose understanding and text connections: Make connections between texts read for enjoyment and academic development while examining form and structure of various literary texts |
ELA.6.A2.3 | Visual literacy content navigation and feature application: Examine and include a variety of text features that organize content identify important information and enhance understanding and personal expression |
ELA.6.A2.4 | Genre study narrative structure and literary analysis: Examine mentor texts to deepen understandings of fiction sub-genres including comedy and analyze various fictional text structures including story within a story |
ELA.6.A2.5 | Character study plot development and literary elements: Examine characters based on their words thoughts and actions describe protagonist and antagonist roles and analyze conflict as central story element |
ELA.6.A2.6 | Informational text structure critical analysis and source evaluation: Investigate non-fiction text organization provide opinions on structure and content and confirm accuracy of information presented |
ELA.6.A2.7 | Poetic analysis cultural knowledge and creative expression: Listen to recite or sing poetry analyze figurative language investigate poetic structures including ballads and experiment with creating various poetry forms |
ELA.6.A2.8 | Dramatic genre analysis and story construction: Listen to read or view dramatic works including comedy and tragedy and examine narrative structures in dramatic works |
ELA.6.A2.9 | Cultural interpretation and meaning construction: Describe how meaning is conveyed through human-made structures of land by First Nations M?tis Inuit and peoples from other parts of the world |
ELA.6.B1.1 | Cultural communication relationship building and tradition preservation: Reflect on how oral communication processes enhance relationships and examine Indigenous communication processes and protocols that preserve knowledge |
ELA.6.B1.2 | Verbal non-verbal paraverbal communication and effectiveness analysis: Analyze the effectiveness of verbal non-verbal and paraverbal language used in oral communications and select appropriate speaking styles for different contexts |
ELA.6.B1.3 | Public speaking audience consideration and delivery improvement: Develop and deliver presentations for specific purposes and audiences adjust based on audience needs and reflect on preparation and delivery for improvement |
ELA.6.B1.4 | Discussion skills reasoning application and viewpoint consideration: Offer relevant information and logical reasoning in collaborative dialogue consider varied perspectives and reflect on new learnings from collaboration |
ELA.6.B1.5 | Communication impact rhetorical analysis and audience engagement: Describe how effective speaking impacts daily life examine speeches for persuasive ability and analyze audience engagement techniques |
ELA.6.B1.6 | Rhetorical skills formal speech and presentation mastery: Apply elements of public speaking including invention arrangement style memory and delivery for planning and delivering formal speeches |
ELA.6.C1.1 | Language development historical influence and cultural vocabulary: Examine historical origins of English words research Greek Latin and Indigenous word origins and study words with meanings that have changed over time |
ELA.6.C1.2 | French influence modern vocabulary and technological language change: Examine French origins in English and investigate new words and sayings based on recent innovations and societal changes |
ELA.6.C1.3 | Word structure meaning analysis and vocabulary building: Analyze how adding affixes changes word meaning add affixes to bases to build new words and apply morphological knowledge for spelling |
ELA.6.C1.4 | Word categorization meaning determination and reading strategies: Categorize words of personal interest analyze word parts with context clues to determine unknown word meanings and read for vocabulary enhancement |
ELA.6.C1.5 | Literary device analysis non-literal meaning and academic vocabulary application: Use similes metaphors and analogies for word comparison analyze figurative meanings including palindromes and apply tier 2 and tier 3 vocabulary appropriately |
ELA.6.D1.1 | Strategy application effectiveness evaluation and metacognitive awareness: Incorporate various comprehension strategies evaluate their effectiveness when reading independently and apply self-monitoring skills for text interpretation |
ELA.6.D1.2 | Information synthesis evidence support and critical analysis: Summarize main ideas with supporting evidence make connections between new and known information and analyze ideas and information to support comprehension |
ELA.6.D1.3 | Knowledge integration information processing and reading prediction: Synthesize ideas and information to confirm or expand understandings and revise or confirm predictions based on new information and sources |
ELA.6.D1.4 | Implicit meaning logical reasoning and information analysis: Infer meanings from context clues interpret and draw conclusions using stated and implied information and distinguish between stated and inferred content |
ELA.6.D1.5 | Evidence evaluation argument support and text-based reasoning: Analyze ideas and information using text evidence and apply evidence-based reasoning to support interpretations and arguments |
ELA.6.D1.6 | Viewpoint understanding personal connection and empathy building: Connect text perspectives to personal experiences analyze factors causing character perspective changes and explore how perspective differences develop empathy |
ELA.6.D1.7 | Media literacy source evaluation and critical thinking: Compare personal and varied text perspectives select information to support viewpoints and consider whether authors present information with or without bias |
ELA.6.D1.8 | Context understanding historical analysis and cultural interpretation: Analyze texts for contextual information examine context changes and their effects on characters and interpret artifacts as cultural texts |
ELA.6.D1.9 | Media literacy persuasion recognition and critical analysis: Consider how information in texts may be presented to influence audiences and analyze author intentions in various media forms |
ELA.6.E1.1 | Purpose-driven composition audience awareness and genre exploration: Create written texts for various audiences purposes and forms while developing creative expression through systematic writing processes |
ELA.6.E1.2 | Structural understanding evidence support and coherence building: Analyze idea alignment with purpose and form organize multi-paragraph writing around clear evidence-supported ideas and connect paragraphs with effective transitions |
ELA.6.E1.3 | Writing improvement accuracy enhancement and visual integration: Revise text for clarity focus and audience edit for spelling punctuation and grammar and publish writing with graphics and text features for individual expression |
ELA.6.E1.4 | Creative process literary device usage and narrative development: Apply creative-thinking processes create texts using imagery rhyme dialogue and effects and develop narratives with setting plot character suspense and figurative language |
ELA.6.E1.5 | Personal voice word choice refinement and craft analysis: Enhance personal style through careful word selection analyze tone and point of view development and study professional authors as writing models |
ELA.6.E1.6 | Research skills source evaluation and information ethics: Develop focused research questions support ideas with multi-source evidence analyze source validity and reliability and access information ethically with proper citation |
ELA.6.E1.7 | Expository writing information synthesis and clear communication: Write to inform explain describe or report for various purposes organize and summarize multi-source information using appropriate methods and tools |
ELA.6.E1.8 | Technology integration communication enhancement and tool selection: Experiment with various writing methods and tools select appropriate presentation tools for clarity and voice and demonstrate writing fluency through multiple formats |
ELA.6.F1.1 | Grammar consistency sentence construction and structural analysis: Maintain consistent verb tense and subject-verb agreement use independent and dependent clauses effectively and differentiate between simple and compound sentences |
ELA.6.F1.2 | Convention application creative expression and communication enhancement: Apply capitalization and punctuation appropriately in communication and experiment with conventions to create various effects and enhance meaning |
ELA.6.F1.3 | Spelling accuracy pattern recognition and word structure understanding: Apply spelling patterns across known and unfamiliar words and use knowledge of bases and affixes for accurate spelling through morphological analysis |
ELA.6.E2.1 | Personal storytelling creative expression and audience engagement: Create personal narratives using effective story elements descriptive language and engaging techniques while considering audience and purpose |
ELA.6.E2.2 | Expository writing research integration and information synthesis: Write comprehensive research reports that explain describe or inform using multiple sources clear organization and proper citation techniques |
ELA.6.E2.3 | Argument construction evidence use and critical thinking application: Create persuasive texts using critical thinking skills to present clear claims supported by relevant evidence and logical reasoning |
ELA.6.E2.4 | Creative expression poetic techniques and literary device application: Experiment with creating poetry using various structures literary devices and creative techniques for personal and artistic expression |
ELA.6.E2.5 | Non-fiction writing research skills and interdisciplinary connections: Write biographies incorporating cross-curricular connections proper research methods and ethical citation practices |
ELA.6.E2.6 | Critical analysis opinion formation and practical communication: Create book reviews letters emails and procedural texts adapting style tone and organizational features for specific audiences and purposes |
ELA.6.E2.7 | Visual storytelling technology integration and creative communication: Create comic strips and multimodal texts combining text and visual elements to tell stories convey information and engage audiences effectively |
ELA.6.E3.1 | Reading engagement personal reflection and comprehension demonstration: Complete independent reading response activities demonstrating comprehension personal connection and critical analysis of various texts |
ELA.6.E3.2 | Collaborative reading discussion skills and shared text analysis: Participate in literature circles sharing insights building on others ideas and engaging in meaningful discussions about shared reading experiences |
ELA.6.E3.3 | Comparative analysis thematic understanding and genre exploration: Compare and contrast texts from different genres examining similar themes topics and literary approaches across various text forms |
ELA.6.E3.4 | Critical media evaluation digital citizenship and technology literacy: Analyze digital and media texts for purpose bias persuasive techniques and evaluate information credibility in digital environments |
ELA.6.E3.5 | Cultural understanding diverse literature and global viewpoint exploration: Explore Indigenous stories and diverse cultural texts examining various cultural perspectives storytelling traditions and global literature connections |
ELA.6.E3.6 | Historical understanding literary analysis and contextual interpretation: Read historical fiction making connections between literary elements historical contexts and examining how time and place influence narratives |
ELA.6.C2.1 | Performance skills oral interpretation and creative expression: Participate in readers theatre and dramatic interpretations demonstrating text understanding through performance and creative oral expression |
ELA.6.C2.2 | Technology integration audio production and creative communication: Create podcasts or audio stories using voice modulation sound effects and digital tools for engaging audience communication |
ELA.6.C2.4 | Communication skills inquiry techniques and active listening: Conduct interviews using appropriate questioning techniques active listening skills and effective information gathering strategies |
ELA.6.C2.5 | Persuasive speaking critical reasoning and respectful discourse: Participate in debates presenting clear arguments responding to opposing viewpoints respectfully and demonstrating critical thinking through oral communication |
ELA.6.I1.1 | Metacognitive awareness self-assessment and growth planning: Reflect on learning accomplishments set specific language arts goals and develop awareness of personal learning strategies and growth areas |
ELA.6.I1.2 | Learning documentation progress tracking and achievement demonstration: Develop comprehensive portfolios showcasing growth in reading writing speaking and listening abilities while documenting learning journey and achievements |
ELA.6.I1.3 | Constructive criticism revision skills and collaborative improvement: Give and receive meaningful feedback on language arts work make effective revisions based on peer and teacher input and collaborate for mutual learning improvement |