6th Grade ELA

Maine 6th Grade ELA Curriculum

Lessons and practice for every 6th grade ELA topic. Aligned to Maine Learning Results standards so Maine students stay on track.

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ID	Standard	StudyPug Topic
1.1.1	CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1.A:	Using Proper Pronoun Case Intensive Pronouns and Pronoun Shifts

1.1.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1.B:

Using Intensive Pronouns

1.1.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1.C:

Correcting Pronoun Number Shifts

1.1.4

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1.D:

Correcting Unclear Pronoun References

1.1.5

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1.E:

Recognizing Nonstandard English Variations

Using Language for Different Purposes

1.1.6

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.2.A:

Setting Off Parenthetical Elements

Complex Punctuation Marks and Spelling

1.1.7

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.2.B:

Spelling Words Correctly

1.2.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.3.A:

Varying Sentence Patterns For Style

Sentence Structure and Length

1.2.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.3.B:

Maintaining Consistent Style And Tone

Consistent Style and Tone

1.3.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.4.A:

Determining Meaning Through Context

Finding Word Meaning with Context

1.3.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.4.B:

Decoding Words Using Greek Roots

Advanced Greek and Latin Word Parts

1.3.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.4.C:

Consulting Reference Materials For Words

1.3.4

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.4.D:

Verifying Word Meanings Through Context

1.3.5

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.5.A:

Interpreting Figurative Language In Context

1.3.6

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.5.B:

Understanding Word Relationships Through Categories

Word Choice Effects on Meaning

1.3.7

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.5.C:

Distinguishing Word Connotations

1.3.8

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.6:

Acquiring Academic Vocabulary Knowledge

Technical Vocabulary in Context

2.1.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.1:

Analyzing Text Through Evidence

Supporting Claims with Text

2.1.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.2:

Finding Themes Through Text Details

Details Supporting Central Message

2.1.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.3:

Analyzing Plot Episodes And Character Changes

Character Response to Events

2.2.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.4:

Analyzing Figurative Language Meaning

2.2.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.5:

Analyzing Sentence Structure Contributions

Impact of Structure on Plot

2.2.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.6:

Developing Narrator Point Of View

How Point of View Develops

2.3.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.7:

Contrasting Reading And Viewing Experiences

Print and Digital Storytelling

2.3.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.9:

Comparing Texts Across Different Genres

Compare Story Elements

2.4.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.10:

Decoding Challenging Stories With Guidance

Reading Expressively for Meaning

3.1.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.1.A:

Preparing Evidence For Discussions

Goals for Group Talks

3.1.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.1.B:

Following Collaborative Discussion Guidelines

3.1.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.1.C:

Contributing Through Detailed Questions

3.1.4

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.1.D:

Reflecting Multiple Viewpoints Through Paraphrasing

Summarize Key Ideas From Group Talks

3.1.5

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.2:

Interpreting Information From Multiple Formats

Analyzing Content Across Media Types

3.1.6

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.3:

Evaluating Speaker Arguments And Evidence

Analyzing Claims and Supporting Evidence

3.2.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.4:

Presenting Claims With Logical Sequencing

Present Evidence Based Claims

3.2.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.5:

Including Multimedia In Presentations

Creating Dynamic Slide Shows

3.2.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.6:

Adapting Speech For Different Contexts

Using Formal Language

4.1.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.A:

Organizing Claims And Evidence

Writing Strong Claims with Evidence

4.1.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.B:

Supporting Claims With Credible Evidence

Finding Evidence From Reliable Sources

4.1.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.C:

Clarifying Claims Through Word Choices

4.1.4

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.D:

Establishing Formal Writing Style

4.1.5

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.E:

Crafting Argument Conclusions

Building Strong Arguments with Facts

4.1.6

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.A:

Organizing Ideas Using Text Strategies

Introduction and Content Flow

4.1.7

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.B:

Developing Topics With Relevant Facts

Supporting Evidence

4.1.8

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.C:

Using Transitions Between Ideas

4.1.9

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.D:

Using Precise Academic Language

Support Ideas with Key Terms

4.1.10

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.E:

Maintaining Formal Writing Style

4.1.11

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.F:

Writing Effective Conclusion Statements

4.1.12

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.3.A:

Establishing Story Context And Characters

Details and Flow

4.1.13

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.3.B:

Developing Narratives Through Dialogue

4.1.14

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.3.C:

Using Transitions For Time Shifts

4.1.15

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.3.D:

Using Precise Language For Events

Using Descriptive Details and Pacing

4.1.16

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.3.E:

Concluding Narrative Experiences

4.2.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.4:

Creating Clear Coherent Writing

Planning and Revising Content

4.2.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.5:

Revising Writing Through Peer Feedback

4.2.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.6:

Publishing Writing Using Technology

Digital Writing and Teamwork Tools

4.3.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.7:

Conducting Short Research Projects

Finding Answers From Multiple Sources

4.3.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.8:

Evaluating Source Credibility Gathering Information From Multiple

Finding and Citing Sources

4.3.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.9.A:

Comparing Literature Forms And Genres

Evidence from Literary Sources

4.3.4

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.9.B:

Evaluating Literary Nonfiction Arguments

4.4.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.10:

Writing Over Extended Time Frames

Using Feedback to Improve Writing

5.1.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1:

Drawing Inferences From Text Evidence

Inferring Using Quoted Passages

5.1.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.2:

Identifying Central Ideas Through Details

Finding and Supporting Main Points

5.1.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.3:

Analyzing Key Individual Development

Analyzing Event Development in Texts

5.2.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.4:

Decoding Connotative Word Meanings

5.2.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.5:

Analyzing Text Structure Contributions

Role of Text Parts in Ideas

5.2.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.6:

Analyzing Writer Perspective Through Textual Clues

Analyzing Author View and Intent

5.3.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.7:

Integrating Information From Multiple Formats

Media Format Comparison

5.3.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.8:

Evaluating Arguments And Evidence

5.3.3

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.9:

Comparing Author Perspectives On Events

Comparing Event Perspectives

5.4.1

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.10:

Reading Complex Literary Nonfiction

6th Grade ELA in Maine

Maine 6th grade ELA focuses on building the reading, writing, and language skills students need for middle school and beyond. Aligned to the Maine Learning Results standards, the curriculum covers literary and informational text comprehension, argumentative and narrative writing, grammar, and academic vocabulary.

Reading and Writing Skills in Grade 6

Students in 6th grade are expected to analyze texts, identify author's purpose, and support claims with evidence. Writing assignments become more structured, requiring clear introductions, body paragraphs, and conclusions. StudyPug's guided lessons walk students through each skill with worked examples and practice exercises.

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Preparing for Maine's Through Year Assessment

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