Sixth Grade Curriculum:

Literature and skills-based reading program including Great Books Literature and novels. Increased independent reading.

Expanded research, reports, and projects. Library and internet research skills.

Computer skills, including word processing and the use of the internet.

Ancient World History and Geography, with emphasis on experiencing through plays, projects, and reports.

Creative and expository writing, spelling, English grammar, editing, and proofreading.

Science, including life, earth, and physical science with experiments.

Math, concentrating on deepening skills through the use of manipulatives, games, and direct instruction, including problem solving, fractions, geometry and beginning algebra concepts.

Art and music instruction, including music appreciation.

Life skills, such as home economics and personal hygiene.

Physical Education, including the President's Challenge and team sports.

Bible Studies reviewing the life of Christ, the New Testament Church, and the Apostle Paul's journeys, ministry, and epistles.