Grade 6
Writing Course
Welcome to our Grade 6 Writing Course! This course takes a systematic approach to building strong writing skills and using literary devices effectively. Through short, engaging lessons, students develop confidence and a solid foundation for academic success.
What Your Child Will Experience:
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Interactive Videos: Bite-sized lessons that clearly explain writing concepts.
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Writing Tasks: Practical assignments to apply new skills.
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Knowledge Checks: Quick quizzes to reinforce understanding.
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Models and Examples: High-quality samples that demonstrate strong writing.
Learning Outcomes:
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Construct well-structured paragraphs and essays.
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Use a variety of sentence structures for effect.
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Apply key literary devices in their writing.
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Confidently express ideas with clarity and creativity.
Writing Course Only
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Writing Course + Marking Bundle
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What's included?
Each lesson focuses on a specific writing skill. At the end of each unit, students apply everything they've learned to create a complete piece of writing.
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40 video lessons (20-40 minutes each)
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Guided writing assignments
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Knowledge checks, quizzes and games
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Writing examples and models
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What does the Grade 6 Writing Course include?
Informative Writing
Informative writing is a style of writing that teaches students how to structure a five-paragraph essay, which serves as the foundation of academic writing. It helps students develop their skills in organizing and presenting information effectively.
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Essay Writing: The Introduction
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Formality: Vocabulary
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Essay Writing: The Body Paragraphs
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Using a Quote as a Hook
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Essay Writing: The Conclusion
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Clausal Sentence Openers
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Crafting a 5-Paragraph Essay
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Crafting a Cause & Effect Essay
Descriptive Writing
Descriptive writing is a type of writing that uses vivid language and sensory details to paint a picture in the reader's mind. It helps students bring their stories and descriptions to life, making them more engaging and captivating for the reader.
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Using Perfect Prepositions
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Crafting Allusions
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The Zoom Technique Structure
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Using Synesthesia
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Using Show Not Tell
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Using Preposition Openers
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Crafting the 5-Paragraph Descriptive Essay
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Crafting a 5-Paragraph Descriptive Essay
Persuasive Writing
Persuasive writing is a form of writing that aims to convince or persuade the reader to adopt a certain opinion or take a specific action. It often uses evidence, logical reasoning, and emotional appeals to make a compelling argument.
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Using Triplets
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The Rational Tone
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Using Statistics
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Using Emotive Language
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Making a Debatable Thesis Statement
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Using the Expert Opinion
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Crafting the 5-Paragraph Persuasive Essay
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Crafting a Persuasive Essay
Narrative Writing
Narrative writing is a form of storytelling where the writer shares a sequence of events or experiences to engage and entertain the reader. It typically includes characters, a plot, and a central theme or message.
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Rags to Riches Plot Structure
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Character Vs. Society Conflict
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Crafting Foil Characters
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Foreshadowing through the Red Herring
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Using Dialogue to Show Conflict
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Creating Tension with the Cliffhanger
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Crafting a Rags to Riches Story
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Crafting a Short Story
Poetry
Poetry writing is the art of expressing oneself through carefully chosen words and creative techniques, such as rhythm and imagery. It allows us to explore our emotions, thoughts, and observations in a unique and artistic way.
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Crafting Limericks
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Is Music Poetry?
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The ABCB Rhyme Scheme
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Identifying & Creating Theme
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Heroic Couplets
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Using Anaphora
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Crafting a Rhyming Poem
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Crafting a Sonnet
Writing Course Only
Choose this option for an independent, self‑paced learning experience with full access to the writing course.
Writing Course + Marking Bundle
Choose this option for personalized support, including full course access plus detailed teacher marking and feedback on every writing task.
Before You Get Started
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