6th Grade

Adapting Reading and Math Materials in the Inclusive Classroom

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

Mathematics

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Setting the Stage for Conflict Resolution

Set the stage for good conflict resolution within your classroom with these quick lessons.

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A Long Way from Chicago and A Year Down Yonder

These two stories by Richard Peck offer a lively picture of the depression years in small-town America. Joey and his…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

American History/U.S. History

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Preparing for the First Day of School

Discover great ideas on how to introduce yourself to your new middle grade or secondary students and their parents.

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A Year Down Yonder Curriculum Connections

This list of suggestions will help you to integrate A Year Down Yonder with other subjects such as math, social studies,…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

Social Studies and History

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A Year Down Yonder Discussion Questions

Use these discussion questions to check your students' comprehension of A Year Down Yonder.

Subjects:

U.S. States

United States of America (USA)

American History/U.S. History

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Readers Theater Script: Zia

By writing a Readers Theater script for Zia, by Scott O'Dell, students will learn about Zia and her brother. They…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Historical Fiction

Literary Drama

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Readers Theater Script: The Witch of Blackbird Pond

Students create a script for The Witch of Blackbird Pond, by Elizabeth George Speare, the story of Kit, who immigrates…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Historical Fiction

American History/U.S. History

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Readers Theater Script: Johnny Tremain

Students develop a script for Johnny Tremain, by Esther Forbes, the story of an apprentice who becomes involved with…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Historical Fiction

American Revolution (1775-1781)

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Readers Theater Script: Little House on the Prairie

Students dramatize a section of Little House on the Prairie, by Laura Ingalls Wilder. They reenact the part about Native…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Historical Fiction

Banned Books and Censorship

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Readers Theater Script: The House of Sixty Fathers

Readers Theater script ideas for The House of Sixty Fathers, by Meindert DeJong. This is the story of Tien Pao and his…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Historical Fiction

Literary Drama

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Readers Theatre

Readers Theatre is an oral reading activity that invites children to become the characters in favorite books and…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Literary Drama

Theater

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Readers Theater Sample Script

This sample script can be used as a basis for a Readers Theater production.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Literary Drama

Theater

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Inside the Newbery Award Committee

Find out what it is like to be a judge for the Newbery Awards for outstanding children's literature.

Subjects:

Award and Prize Winners

Literature

Reading and Literature

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Seating Arrangements

The basic seating configurations for a classroom are described.

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Literature that Deals with Love and Friendship

The children's books in this list deal with the topics of love and friendship.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Emotional Appeal of Children's Literature

Language Arts and Writing

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Literature that Deals with Curiosity

A list of children's literature that deals with curiosity.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

Emotional Appeal of Children's Literature

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Literature that Deals Safely with Fears

A list of literature that deals with a child's fears.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

Emotional Appeal of Children's Literature

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Literature that Deals with Laughter

Books that make kids laugh are listed in this literature resource for teachers.

Subjects:

Emotional Appeal of Children's Literature

Literature

Reading and Literature

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Six Tips for Dealing with ADD Students

Learn practical, easy-to-implement ideas for dealing with ADD students.

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Title VI Grants: A Source for Educational Funding

If you're looking for a source of funding for projects, consider Title VI Innovative Program Strategies grants.

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Parent-Teacher Communication Advice from Veteran Teachers

Communication with parents is an essential part of teaching. Here is a list of helpful suggestions from experienced…

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Helpful Bits of Advice from Veteran Teachers

Veteran teachers share small bits of invaluable advice to make classroom life easier.

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Finding and Writing Grants

Teachers will learn strategies for getting money via grants.

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