6th+Grade+SJY+Info+Lit+Skills


 * < == **LANGUAGE ARTS** == ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * < 1.1 Learning to Read Independently ||< A. Establish the purpose for reading a type of text ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B. Use the format and graphic features of the text to select books for a particular purpose ||<   ||<   ||
 * <  ||< C.Identify main idea and supporting facts in text such as previous knowledge,illustrations,headings,graphs,tables and charts to make predictions and clarify understanding. ||<   ||<   ||
 * <  ||< D.Demonstrate understanding and interpretation of fiction and non fiction
 * Compare and contrast texts
 * Make inferences and draw conclusions
 * Describe the context of a document
 * Analyze the positions,evidence,and argument in public documents ||<  ||<   ||
 * < 1.2 Reading Critically in all Content Areas ||< A.Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas
 * Differentiate fact from opinion
 * Distinguish between essential and nonessential information
 * Identify stereotypes.biases and exaggeration
 * Infer similar concepts from multiple texts and draw conclusions
 * Evaluate text organization to determine author's purpose and effectiveness ||<  ||<   ||
 * < 1.3 Reading,Analyzing and Interpreting Literature ||< A. Compare and Contrast the use of literary elements ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B. Analyze drama as an informational source,entertainment,persuasion or transmitter of culture ||<   ||<   ||
 * <  ||< C. Identify conflict and resolution ||<   ||<   ||
 * < 1.4 Types of Writing ||< A. Write multi-paragraph informational descriptions such as descriptions,letters,reports,instructions,essays,newspaper articles and interviews that include:
 * cause and effect
 * problem and solution
 * relevant graphics such as charts,maps,illustrations,photographs and tables
 * identification of various secondary sources ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B. Write persuasive pieces that:
 * include a stated position or opinion
 * include convincing and specific detail
 * properly cited evidence
 * focus on the audience to establish reader interest ||<  ||<   ||
 * < 1.5 Quality of Writing ||< A.Write using well- developed content appropriate for the topic
 * gather and organize material
 * define audience and purpose
 * present and /or defend written work for publication when appropriate ||<  ||<   ||
 * < 1.6 Speaking and Listening ||< A. Listen to others
 * ask pertinent questions
 * differentiate between relevant and irrelevant information,ideas and opinions
 * take note when required ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B.Participate in small group and large group discussions and presentations
 * deliver research reports
 * conduct purposeful interviews to gain specific information
 * plan and participate in group presentations and reports ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< C. Use media for learning purposed
 * analyze information via TV,radio,film or in newspapers
 * compare and contrast the reliability of information received via internet sources
 * assess the role of advertising in the media
 * use a variety of media to create an effective presentation on a topic ||<  ||<   ||
 * < 1.7 Characteristics and Function of the English Language ||< A. Identify words from other languages that are commonly used in English;use a dictionary to find origins and meanings ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B. Identify words whose meanings have changed over time ||<   ||<   ||
 * < 1.8 Research ||< A. Select and refine a topic ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies
 * determine valid resources for researching the topics,including primary and secondary sources
 * evaluate the usefulness and qualities of sources
 * select appropriate sources(dictionaries,encyclopedias etc.)
 * use table of contents,indices,keywords
 * use traditional and electronic search tools ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< C. Organize,summarize and present main idea from the research
 * take notes from sources
 * credit sources using a structural format(author,title,publisher date etc) ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B. Identify words whose meanings have changed over time ||<   ||<   ||
 * < 1.8 Research ||< A. Select and refine a topic ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies
 * determine valid resources for researching the topics,including primary and secondary sources
 * evaluate the usefulness and qualities of sources
 * select appropriate sources(dictionaries,encyclopedias etc.)
 * use table of contents,indices,keywords
 * use traditional and electronic search tools ||<  ||<   ||
 * <  ||< C. Organize,summarize and present main idea from the research
 * take notes from sources
 * credit sources using a structural format(author,title,publisher date etc) ||<  ||<   ||
 * take notes from sources
 * credit sources using a structural format(author,title,publisher date etc) ||<  ||<   ||


 * **Religion** ||  ||   ||   ||
 * Scripture || 4. That God's loving plan for our redemption is revealed through Salvation History. Salvation hisotry begins with Adam and Eve in the Old Testament. Throughout the rest of the OT God prepared the human race for a Savior. God's saving plan is fulfilled in or Saviour, Jesus Christ, and carried out in and through the Church today. ||  ||   ||
 * || 5. The creation stories in Genesis are not intended to teach scientific fact, but the truth about man's origins. ||  ||   ||
 * || 7. The Old Testament helps us to understand Jesus and is promises, as well as to understand that our Christian roots are found in Judaism. ||  ||   ||
 * || 8. To be familiar with the types of books that make up the Old Testament. ||  ||   ||
 * || 9. Be familar with the covenants made in the Old Testament ||  ||   ||
 * || 10. To be familiar with some of the principal Old Testament passages that speak of the Messiah ||  ||   ||
 * || 11. To identify some of the principal Old Testament prophets. ||  ||   ||
 * Creed || 10. That the Nicene Creed and Apostles Creed are summary statements of our central beliefs as Christians. ||  ||   ||
 * || 11. That our Christian heritage has its roots in the Old Testament. ||  ||   ||
 * || 12. About the holiness and fidelity of some great figures of the Old Testament ||  ||   ||
 * Holy Mass and the Sacraments || 1. That we are members of the universal Church, the diocese and our own parish. Students whould know the names of the Pope, thier own diocesan bishop and the pastor of their parish. ||  ||   ||
 * || 12. That at Mass, the assembly actively participates by prayers, hymns, psalms, responses, and inner self-offering along with Christ to the Father. ||  ||   ||
 * || 19. What sacramentals are and be able to name several ||  ||   ||
 * || 21. That the Church's liturgy has adopted and retained certain elements of the worship of the Old Covenant, such as reading the Old Testament, including the singing or praying of the Psalms, and recalling the events of salvation history. ||  ||   ||
 * || 25. The names of Holy Days of obligation and the dates/times they occur. ||  ||   ||
 * Morality || 5. That the Old Testament experiences of faithfulness, sin, conversion, and reconciliation reflect the Chrisitan moral life today. ||  ||   ||
 * || 6. That sin is any intentional thought, word, deed, or omission that breaks God law. ||  ||   ||
 * || 8. That there are three conditions for a mortal sin: the sin must be serious, you must know the sin is serious, and you must freely choose it anyway. ||  ||   ||
 * || 13. That many aspects of popular culture, including certain magazines, video games, television shows, music, and certain websites are contray to the teachings of Chrsit and that is sinful to purposely involve oneself with them. ||  ||   ||
 * Prayer || 2. The parts of the Mass and responses. ||  ||   ||
 * || 4. To recognize saints as witnesses of faith whose examples we should emulate. ||  ||   ||
 * || 6. The 20 mysteries of the Rosary ||  ||   ||
 * || 9. To participate in different kinds of prayers and devotions ||  ||   ||
 * Community and Service || 3. To identify persons in the Old Testament who are examples of leadership and service. ||  ||   ||
 * || 4. To identify ways in which individuals, families, and parishes can more fully live out Jesus' command to be welcoming to others. ||  ||   ||
 * Misc. || *Various Saints and Prayers ||  ||   ||
 * Misc. || *Various Saints and Prayers ||  ||   ||
 * Misc. || *Various Saints and Prayers ||  ||   ||

• Explain what determines the boundaries of a watershed. • Explain how water enters a watershed. • Explain the impact of watersheds and wetlands in flood control, wildlife habitats and pollution abatement. • Describe characteristics, types & functions of a wetland. || • Identify living plants and animals similar to fossils. 2. Earth Resources (3.5.7.B) • Identify significant earth resources, (e.g. rock types, oil, gas, coal deposits) in Pennsylvania. • Discuss the value and use of different earth resources, (e.g. minerals, ores, fuel sources, agricultural uses). • Evaluate human interactions with the environment. || • Use a dichotomous key, identify animals. 2. Structure (3.3.7.A) • Describe how the structures of living things help them function in unique ways. 3. Adaptation (3.3.7.A) • Discuss animal adaptation in various biomes. || • Use a dichotomous key to identify plants. 2. Plants (3.3.7B) • Describe and compare plant structure, function and life processes of flowers, plants and trees from the cell to the organism, (e.g. cell wall, roots, pollination). • Identify the reproductive parts of plants/flowers. 3. Microorganisms (3.3.7.B) • Identify microorganisms: PROTISTS, FUNGI, VIRUSES and BACTERIA. • Describe the reproduction of microorganisms. || • Differentiate between parallel and series circuits. • Build electrical designs in cooperative groups. 3. Technology• Discuss power plants. • Define biomass conversion.• Discuss superconductors and electromagnets. || • Demonstrate the motion of an object based on definitions and examples of position and direction, speed and acceleration. • Explain various motions using models. • Extend the concept of motion using Newton’s 1st Law of Motion (The Law of Inertia). 2. Force (3.4.7.C) • Define force and extend the concept using Newton’s 2nd Law of Motion ( Force = mass x acceleration) and Newton’s 3rd Law of Motion (Opposite & Equal Forces). • Discuss forces in fluids, (pressure, floating, sinking). 3. Simple Machines (3.4.7.C) • Discuss types of simple machines. • Identify simple machines in compound machines. ||
 * ==**Science**== ||  ||
 * Earth's Waters || 3. Watershed and Wetland (3.3.7.A)
 * Environmental || 1. Fossils (3.5.7.A)
 * Animals || 1. Classification (3.3.7.A)
 * Microorganisms and Plants || 1. Classification (3.3.7A)
 * Electricity and Magnetism || 2. Circuits (3.4.7.B)• Explain the parts and functions in an electrical circuit.
 * Motion and Forces || 1. Motion (3.4.7.C)

on various types of maps and globes. || development of civilization and cultures from the prehistoric era. || Read, interpret and create a time line and apply to the development of civilization. || cultural components and their origins. || prehistoric people detailing their use of tools and nomadic hunting. ||
 * ==**Social Studies**== ||  ||
 * Maps and Globes || Read and interpret information
 * Demonstrate an understanding of the
 * || Define culture and recognize
 * || Describe the way of life of