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September 2020

Grade 6: New Jersey Student Learning Standards for English Language Arts – Prerequisite Standards and Learning Objectives

DescriptionIncluded here are the prerequisite concepts and skills necessary for students to learn grade level content based on the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in English language arts (ELA). This tool is intended to support educators in the identification of any conceptual or skill gaps that might exist in a student’s understanding of ELA standards. The organization of this document mirrors that of the instructional units and reflects a grouping of standards and student learning objectives.

The tables are each divided into three columns. The first column lists the Focus Standards and Student Learning Objectives, which contain the target grade level standards and the corresponding concepts and skills in that standard. The standards of focus for the 2020-2021 school year generally align to the recommendations of Student Achievement Partners 2020-21 Priority Instructional Content in English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics. The second column contains the Previous Grade Standards and Learning Objectives, which are concepts and skills necessary for students to learn the grade level standard as listed on the left. The third column lists other grade level standards that could be integrated into instruction to support the instruction of focus standards. Given the recursive nature of concepts in English language arts, some of the standards contain the same concepts from grade to grade. Therefore, the bold text with asterisks distinguishes the new concepts and skills reflected in a grade level standard and the corresponding student learning objective for that new concept. For example, in Unit 1, *Cite textual evidence* is bolded and bookended with asterisks, indicating that is a new concept or skill.

Rationale for Unit FocusThe primary focus of this unit is analytical reading and writing. Students read various genres of fiction and nonfiction while analyzing the development of an author’s message through structure, diction and details. In addition, students write about their analyses and use mentor texts to develop their own skills as writers. The supporting standards in this unit allow for a robust integration of standards which enhances the quality of instruction and increases student engagement in reading, writing, speaking, listening and language.

During the course of this year, the two anchor standards that should be an overarching part of every unit are the following:

R.7.10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently with scaffolding as needed.o RL 7.10. By the end of the year read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems at grade level text-complexity or

above, scaffolding as needed.o RI 7.10. By the end of the year read and comprehend literary nonfiction at grade level text-complexity or above, with scaffolding as

needed.

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Unit 1, Module A

2Updated September 2020


Focus Standards and Student Learning Objectives

Previous Grade Standards and Student Learning Objectives

Supporting Standards

RL.6.1. *Cite textual evidence* and make relevant connections to support *analysis of what the text says* explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

We are learning to/that…

*citing is a specific way of quoting textual evidence (citations mention the source of quoted text)*

*cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly*

*cite textual evidence to support analysis of inferences drawn from the text*

there are different types of connections

there are explicit and implicit meanings that can be drawn from a text

relevant connections and text evidence are used to make inferences

make relevant connections to support analysis of what the text says explicitly

make relevant connections to support analysis of inferences drawn from the text

draw inferences from the text

RL.5.1. Quote accurately from a text, and make relevant connections when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

We have learned to/that…

*recall what makes a quote relevant*

*quote accurately from a text*

quoting accurately from a text supports drawing inferences

RL.6.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.

RL.6.3. Describe how a particular story’s or drama’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.

RL.6.7. Compare and contrast the experience of reading a story, drama, or poem to listening to or viewing an audio, video, or live version of the text, including contrasting what they “see” and “hear” when reading the text to what they perceive when they listen or watch.

W.6.4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, voice and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

SL.6.1. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.






SL.6.1. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on *grade 6* topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

A. *Come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material;* explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to *probe and reflect on ideas* under discussion.


*come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material*

engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one) with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issue building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly

building on others’ ideas and expressing our own clearly helps us engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions

SL.5.1. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

A. Explicitly draw on previously read text or material and other information known about the topic to explore ideas under discussion.


explicitly draw on previously read text or material and other information known about the topic to explore ideas under discussion

engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one) with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly

engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (in groups) with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly

engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (teacher-led)

RL.6.1. Cite textual evidence and make relevant connections to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

SL.6.3. Deconstruct a speaker’s argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

SL.6.4. Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate speaking behaviors (e.g., eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation).

L.6.2. 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.






with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly


B. Follow rules for *collegial* discussions, *set specific goals and deadlines,* and define individual roles as needed.


*following rules for collegial discussions helps us engage in collaborative discussion*

defining individual roles as needed helps us engage in collaborative discussion


B. Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions and carry out assigned roles.


*follow agreed-upon rules for discussions*

*carry out assigned roles for discussions*



C. Pose and respond to specific questions *with elaboration and detail* by making comments that contribute to the


C. Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the


SL.6.3. Deconstruct a speaker’s argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims






*topic, text, or issue* under discussion.


*posing and responding to questions with elaboration and detail by making comments that contribute to the topic, text, or issue under discussion helps us engage in collaborative discussion*

remarks of others.


*pose to specific questions that contribute to the discussion*

respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others

that are not.


D. Review the key ideas expressed and *demonstrate understanding of multiple perspectives through reflection and paraphrasing.*


reviewing the key ideas expressed and *demonstrating understanding of multiple perspectives through reflection and paraphrasing helps us engage in collaborative discussion*


D. Review the key ideas expressed and draw conclusions in light of information and knowledge gained from the discussions.


review the key ideas expressed and knowledge gained from the discussions

*draw conclusions in light of information and knowledge gained from the discussions*


SL.6.3. Deconstruct a speaker’s argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

L.6.2. 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.

L.6.4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and

L.5.4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and

RL.6.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including






phrases based on grade 6 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

A. Use context *(e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence)* as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.


the meaning of unknown or multiple-meaning words can be determined through different contexts, such as its position in a sentence

the meaning of unknown or multiple-meaning words can be determined through different contexts, such as its Greek or Latin roots

the meaning of unknown or multiple-meaning words can be determined through consulting different materials

use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase

phrases based on grade 5 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

A. Use context (e.g., cause/effect relationships and comparisons in text) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.


it is important to determine or clarify the meaning of unknown words and multiple meaning words and phrases when reading

determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 5 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies

use context (e.g., cause/effect relationships and comparisons in text) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase

figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

RI.6.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.






L.6.5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.


words carry different meanings depending on how they are used

L.5.5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.


figurative language, word relationships and nuances contribute to the meaning of a text

demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings

RL.6.6. Explain how an author develops the point of view of the narrator or speaker in a text.

SL.6.6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

L.6.6. Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression


*vocabulary knowledge is important to comprehension*

L.5.6. Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal contrast, addition, and other logical relationships (e.g., however, although, nevertheless, similarly, moreover, in addition).


*determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words based on grade 5 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies*



RL.6.7. Compare and contrast the experience of reading a story, drama, or poem to listening to or viewing an audio, video, or live version of the text, including contrasting what they “see” and “hear” when reading the text to what they perceive when they listen or watch.



Unit 1, Module B




RI.6.1. *Cite textual evidence* and make relevant connections to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.


*citing is one way of quoting textual evidence (citations mention the source of quoted text)*

there are explicit and implicit meanings that can be drawn from a text

RI.5.1. Quote accurately from a text, and make relevant connections when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.


*quote accurately from a text* make relevant connections when

explaining what the text says explicitly make relevant connections to a text

when drawing inferences

RI.6.2. Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments

RI.6.6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and explain how it is conveyed in the text.

RI.6.9. *Compare, contrast* and reflect on (e.g., practical knowledge, historical/cultural context, and background knowledge)* one author’s presentation of events with that of another* (e.g., a memoir written by and a biography on the same person.


*one author’s presentation of events may differ with that of another (e.g., memoir and biography)*

RI.5.9. Integrate and reflect on (e.g. practical knowledge, historical/cultural context, and background knowledge) information from several texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably.


*reflect on (e.g. practical knowledge, historical/cultural context, and background knowledge) information from several texts on the same topic in order to write about the subject knowledgeably*

*reflect on (e.g. practical knowledge, historical/cultural context, and background knowledge) information from several texts on the same topic in order to speak about the subject knowledgeably*

RI.6.7. Integrate information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words to develop a coherent understanding of a topic or issue.

W.6.3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.


L.6.1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.






W.6.4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, *voice and style* are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.


*writers use different voice and style* according to task, purpose and audience

organize writing that is appropriate to task, purpose and audience

develop writing that is appropriate to task, purpose and audience

W.5.4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.


produce clear and coherent writing in which the development is appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience

produce clear and coherent writing in which the organization is appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience


RL.6.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

RL.6.6. Explain how an author develops the point of view of the narrator or speaker in a text.

W.6.5. With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

L.6.1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

L.6.3. Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.


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