Grade 6 Language Arts Worksheets
At this grade level students begin to perfect all aspects of information output and input. Listening takes center stage in many different ways in this grade level. Locking down more difficult vocabulary is a must here. Sixth grade students have one of the most significant jumps in reader level. Students are expected to see an explosion of language growth over the course of this school year. There are many concepts that first appear in the 6th grade language arts curriculum. 6th graders are making a bit of leap into unknown territory. Rather than reading into inferences, we expect students at this level to make their own inferences and back them up with a traceable and well documented argument. Where before we were looking for students to state their opinions at the 6th grade level we want to only hear validated facts.
6th Grade Language Worksheets
Understanding the Use of Pronouns - Time to work on usage as well as placement of the words. [L.6.1.A]
Object Pronouns - When you focus on a single object they all get going together. [L.6.1.A]
Possessive Pronouns - When someone owns something, these words come into play. [L.6.1.A]
Subject Pronouns - These are focus on a specific thing or object. They are very easy to recognize. [L.6.1.A]
Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns - These forms of language usage really give students more inner meaning. [L.6.1.B]
Plural Pronouns - When you have to define a group. [L.6.1.B]
Singular Pronouns - You only have one, this what you need. The establishes an agreement between the verb and subject. [L.6.1.B]
Pronoun Shift - How do we move those words to make us feel more. [L.6.1.C]
Gender Nouns - We have you transform preset language. [L.6.1.C]
Working With Vague Pronouns - Some pronouns just don't tell you enough. We can correct that. [L.6.1.D]
Language Variations - Time to mix it up for movement. [L.6.1.E]
Sentence Completion - Knock off those last words of the sentences. [L.6.1]
Subjects and Predicates - When you are trying to make a solid sentence, this a fundamental part. [L.6.1.E]
Direct and Indirect Speech - Talk right at it or away from it. Direct is usually found in quotes. [L.6-7.1]
Using Punctuation To Set Off Elements - This section fact checks the previous topic. [L.6.2.A]
Grade 6 Spelling - Some of the words found in here might make feel that they are meant for middle schoolers. [L.6.2.B]
Sentence Pattern - How does the sentence flow off of the tongue. This is fundamental skill in English. [L.6.3.A]
Style and Tone - This takes a lot of thought, on the part of the author, to put you in just the right mood with their work. [L.6.3.B]
Verb Patterns - Controlling the word flow will create powerful sentences. This part of speech can make the reader take action. [L.6.3.B]
Word Position or Function As Context Clues - What is the purpose of each word is what you should be looking at. [L.6.4.A]
Using Affixes and Roots To Determine Words - Root words can tell you a ton about why an author chose a word or phrase. [L.6.4.B]
Pronouncing Words and Clarifying Their Meaning - Why do we say a word a certain way? That is what we look at. [L.6.4.C]
Verifying Word Meanings - Where do we find out how words move in and out? [L.6.4.D]
Negation - How to reverse roles or stances in a sentence. [L.6]
Personification In Context - Where does the idea come from? Some authors have a great command of this. [L.6.5.A]
Personification - This is when you try to bring a rock to life with words. It can really capture your audience. [L.6.5.A]
Understanding Relationships Between Words - This is an extremely tough concept for kids to grasp. [L.6.5.B]
Connotation and Denotation - It's really how we define words and how those definitions leave us feeling. [L.6.5.C]
Grade 6 Vocabulary Words - These words are on par for what you will see. [L.6.6]
6th Grade Reading: Literature Worksheets
Using Evidence In Text to Support Analysis - Arguing is great, but have facts that back up your argument will get you listened to. [RL.6.1]
Summarizing Text - This is a very valuable skill for anyone to have. Not everyone has this mastered. [RL.6.2]
Explaining Literary Elements - Putting more ideas together and getting a good string of thoughts is the key to this section. [RL.6.3]
Character Development - How do the character's come to life throughout the work? [RL.6.3]
Story Plot and Sequence - Determine how the author arranged the story to have an impactful affect on their audience. [RL.6.3]
Plots - Understanding plots and the flow of story themes. [RL.6.3]
Plot Twist - We help students learn to identify the use of this technique and we help them get comfortable with using it in their own writing. [RL.6-8.3]
Story Elements - Your run of the mill: characters, conflict, plot, setting, and of course the resolution. [RL.6-7.3]
Epilogue - We look at how this part of a book can be used for additional comments or to bring a conclusion to the work. [RL.6.3]
Excursus - This is when the author spins off topic. This can be helpful, when used properly. [RL.6.3]
Foreword - This is found in the front of a book that explains to the reader why they should read the work. [RL.6.3]
Word Meaning - You might need some reference tools to work with you on this. [RL.6.4]
Analyzing the Significance of a Sentence, Chapter, Scene, or Stanza - Where does this all link up? How much toward a work does that sentence or even chapter hold? [RL.6.5]
Narrator's Point of View - The story is being told by someone. Did you ever wondering why he/she is telling the story? [RL.6.6]
Compare Works of Literature to Other Mediums - We even go back far enough to look at the radio. [RL.6.7]
Comparing Theme and Topics Between Texts - You will need to compare two texts and see the difference between them. [RL.6.9]
Genres - When reading different writing forms, they require a slightly different approach. [RL.6.9]
Framing Persuasive Arguments - Write them in such a way that the you can't possible question the thoughts. [RL.6.9]
Farce - This is a literary genre that uses comedic situations that are greatly exaggerated to entertain the audience. [RL.6.9]
Grade 6 Reading Literature Comprehension - Literature at this level approaches more Classic works. [RL.6.10]
Little Women - Students explore this classic Louisa May Alcott novel. [RL.6-8.10]
6th Grade Reading: Informational Text Worksheets
Citing Textual Evidence - Students start to understand the importance of facts to back up your thoughts. [RI.6.1]
Central Ideas of Text - If your job was to write headlines for the local paper, this would be your job. [RI.6.2]
Analyzing Key Details From Text - You really need to pay attention to detail when working with these. [RI.6.3]
Figurative, Connotative, and Technical Word Meanings - These are the big words that your parents warned you about. [RI.6.4]
Collocation - These words just always seem to be hanging with one another. It helps you form proper sentences. [RI.6.4]
Oxymorons - This is a blindingly dark topic for us. Get it? [RI.6.4]
Analyzing A Specific Portion of Text - Usually the section of interest are covered in bold writing. [RI.6.5]
Author's Purpose - What is he/she taking this stance for? [RI.6.6]
Evaluating Claims In A Text - This skill helps you become an intelligent consumer. [RI.6.8]
Comparing Authors Presentation of Events - In most cases, you will be comparing two different works. [RI.6.9]
Grade 6 Literary Nonfiction Reading Comprehension - This seems to be the prevalent type of tasks we are seeing nationally these days. [RI.6.10]
6th Grade Writing Worksheets
Argument Introduction - It tough to know where to start with this one. Effective trial lawyers are really good at this. [W.6.1.A]
Topic Sentences - Get that body of work off to a head start. When written well an audience can get immersed quickly in a story. [W.4-6.1.A]
Using Evidence To Support Claims - Here we start to use inference skills. Make sure to document things properly. [W.6.1.B]
Writing With Pronoun Shifts - This is when you want to mix up your use of pronouns. Sometimes a single pronoun just doesn't do it. [W.6.1.C]
Formal vs. Informal Style Writing - What level of sophistication does your reader have? [W.6.1.D]
Language Variations - Spice is one of the greatest things you can add to your thoughts. [W.6.1.E]
Riddles and Clues - Use the clue to solve each riddle. [W.6.1]
Informative Text Introduction - The reader has a bit of an expectation when reading nonfictional work. [W.6.2.A]
Topic Development Writing - I like to use outlines when setting these up. I helps to make sure you covered everything. [W.6.2.B]
Using Transitions Words To Show Relationships - This really smooths out the text for the reader. [W.6.2.C]
Using General and Precise Words - A simple word doesn't do it as effective as a highly targeted word can. [W.6.2.D]
Formal Explanatory Writing - Technical writing and this form have a great many similarities. [W.6.2.E]
Explanatory Conclusion Statement - Piece it all together and see if we can sum up everything that needs to be said. [W.6.2.F]
Notice Writing - When you need to get the word out about something, usually an event. [W.6-8.2]
Narrative Introduction - Some of the best movies ever made have powerful narrative openings. [W.6.3.A]
Narrative Techniques - Different ways to craft a message to make a listener or reader understand the setting. [W.6.3.B]
Shifting Time and Settings Through Writing - You can skip generations or even centuries using the proper techniques. [W.6.3.C]
Using Descriptive and Sensory Language Writing - This helps quickly establish the mood of any work. [W.6.3.D]
Narrative Conclusion - How can a narrator wrap this up solidly for you. It should leave you wanting more. [W.6.3.E]
Comic Strips - When you need to engage students in learning to frame narrative these are pure gold. [W.5-6.3]
Writing Thank You Notes - Everyone needs a little thank you pick me up now and then. [W.6-8.3]
Character Descriptions - You need to take a deep dive into brainstorming here. [W.6.3]
Exposition - Students explore the various ways these can use these types of techniques in their own compositions. [W.5-7.3]
Writing With Purpose and For an Audience - Take the audience off in their minds. [W.6.4]
Revising and Editing - This goes hand-in-hand with proofreading skills. We definitely recommend to make this collaborative. [W.6.5]
Grade 6 Typing and Publishing - You will need access to a computer for this, preferably a desktop. [W.6.6]
Grade 6 Research Skills - In most cases you will get to choose your own topic. Otherwise you will at least have a choice of topic. [W.6.7]
Paraphrasing and Quotes - This helps you directly cite evidence in a body of work itself. [W.6.8]
Understanding Literature - When you are given a piece of literature you have to know where to start and finish as well. [W.6.9.A]
Understanding Literary Nonfiction - What about things that are all fact based. Some people actually prefer reading this over fiction. [W.6.9.B]
Writing For Purpose and Specific Audiences - Understanding the motivations of your readers and listeners is the key to any great work. [W.6.10]
Biographies - Life stories are always fun and engaging. [W.6.10]
Science
Science Related Language Content - A nice mix of reading comprehension and grammar. [RST.6.1]
History/Social Studies
Social Studies Related Language Arts - Tons of reading comprehension work for you. [RH.6.8]
Sequential (Procedural) Writing - Time to distinguish between the two. [RH.6-8.5]
Facts or Opinions - Time to distinguish between the two. Use evidence when ever it is possible to do so. [RH.6-8.8]
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