Grade 6 Learning Journey: Exploring Identity, Innovation, and the World around us.

In Grade 6, students learn about human anatomy, personal identity, values, and health. They explore ancient civilizations, geography, and significant historical events. They learn about different forms of communication, artistic expression, and the impact of media and technology. The curriculum covers scientific inquiry, natural phenomena, technological advancements, and specific mathematical concepts. Students study economic systems, governance, trade, and society, through the lens of conservation and biodiversity. This diverse curriculum will prepare students with a better understanding of the world around them.

01

Language Art

Writing

Autobiographies, Diaries, Journals, Short Stories, Explanations, Poetry, Reports, and Surveys.

Reading

Strategies including vocabulary, spelling, understanding main ideas, creating images, inferring meaning, summarizing, and synthesizing.

Novel Studies

"Children who Dance in the Rain," "New Kid," "The Girl Who Drank the Moon," "Hidden Figures (Young Readers Edition)," "Brown Girl Dreaming," "A Long Walk To Water" and "The Alchemist".

Speaking & Listening

Discussions, extended conversations, storytelling, questioning, inquiry, interviews, arguments, informal debates, and spelling bees.

Viewing

Understanding intended meaning, interpreting multimodal texts, and recognizing the influence of personal experiences in writing.

02

Mathematics

Expressions and Equations
Rational Numbers
Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, and Dividing Fractions
Area and Surface Area
Ratios, Rates, and Percentages
Data Sets and Distributions

03

Science

Systems to organize information
Movement of tectonic plates and heat transfer through convection
Structure of atoms, periodic table, chemical bonds, and conservation of mass
States of matter and changes in atomic structure
Characteristics of movement and energy
Distinguishing between types of cells and their function
Benefits and dangers of micro-organisms
Classification of living things and characteristics of life

04

Social Studies

Movement

Change, examining norms, values, behaviours and personal identity.

Human and natural environments

Adaptation to, and alteration of, ecosystems.

Change

Scientific and technological developments and their impact on individuals, communities and the environment.

Historical figures

People who have made an impact on human history, and what can we learn from them.

05

Entrepreneurship

Basic Business Concepts

Understanding what a business is, different types of businesses, and the basics of how businesses operate.

Idea Generation and Creativity

Learning how to add value and brainstorm ideas for products or services. Money is simply the derivative of value creation.

Marketing & Branding

Understanding the basics of marketing, how to create a brand, and ways to promote a business.

Financial Literacy

Introduction to basic financial concepts such as money management, budgeting, and simple profit and loss calculations.

06

Critical Thinking

Sharpening focus

Developing logical thinking and problem-solving skills through puzzles, games, and cooperative endeavours/challenges.

Logical Problem Solving

Developing logical thinking and problem-solving skills through puzzles, games, and chores.

Digital Literacy

Gaining familiarity with basic computer operations, internet safety, and responsible use of technology.