Grade 6
6.W.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1-3 above.)
October 1, 20186.SL.1d
Review the key ideas expressed and demonstrate understanding of multiple perspectives through reflection and paraphrasing.
October 1, 20186.SL.2
Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.
October 1, 20186.SL.3
Delineate a speaker’s argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.
October 1, 20186.SL.4
Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
October 1, 20186.SL.5
Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.
October 1, 20186.SL.6
Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grade 6 Language standards 1 and 3 for specific expectations.)
October 1, 20186.W.1b
Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.
October 1, 20186.W.1c
Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons.
October 1, 20186.RL.9
Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics.
October 1, 2018