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Grade 6 

Numeracy
  • Solve problems involving subtraction of whole numbers.
  • Solve problems involving multiplication of whole numbers.
  • Solve problems involving division of whole numbers.
  • Solve problems involving a combination of addition, subtraction, multiplication and/or division of whole numbers.
  • Identify and express rules involving whole numbers.
  • Identify and express rules involving fractions.
  • Identify and express rules involving decimals.
  • Solve problems involving time.
  • Solve problems involving length.
  • Solve problems involving area.
  • Interpret and compare a variety of data displays, including displays for two categorical variables (e.g. gender and survey response).
  • Analyse and evaluate data from secondary (external) sources.
  • Compare observed and expected frequencies of events, generated with digital technology.

Literacy
  • Elaborate on ideas or arguments by providing specific details to support a point of view.
  • Justify the effectiveness of language features and images used in my writing.
  • Enhance and extend my persuasive texts using Tier 2 & 3 words to create texts for a range of audiences and purposes.
  • Understand how my choice of grammar and vocabulary enhance the cohesion and structure of texts.
  • Emphasise and reflect on my ideas by using specific language choices (e.g. similes and metaphors).
  • Use a combination of simple, compound and complex sentences to clearly express myself in writing.
  • Check my tone, pace and understanding.
  • Self-monitor my reading by checking my understanding.
  • Analyse how language features are used by authors to represent their ideas.
  • Analyse language choices and imagery to build emotional connection and engagement with the audience.
  • Make connections between information in print and images.
  • Explain and justify my language and image choices.
  • Use facts and opinions to support my point of view.
  • Create an argument that conveys a point of view.
  • Elaborate on ideas or arguments by providing specific details to support a point of view
  • Create texts and presentations that elaborate on key ideas for a range of purposes and audiences.
Humanities
  • Understand and use historical concepts and skills, including sequencing chronology, using historical sources as evidence, identifying continuity and change, analysing cause and effect and determining historical significance.
  • Conduct an historical inquiry, including skills in the analysis and use of sources, and in explanation and communication of arguments and information.
  • Create an explanation about a past event, using sources of evidence and historical terms and concepts.
  • Understand how the Australian colonies were founded and how migration has impacted on Australia throughout history.
  • Understand how the houses of government are organised and how laws are created and passed.
 
Science/Health
  • Explore how identities are influenced by people and places.
  • Investigate community resources and strategies to seek help about health, safety and wellbeing.
  • Plan and practise strategies to promote health, safety and wellbeing.
  • Practise skills to establish and manage relationships.
  • Examine the influence of emotional responses on behaviour, relationships and health and wellbeing.
  • Recognise how media and important people in the community influence personal attitudes, beliefs, decisions and behaviours.
  • Investigate the role of preventive health in promoting and maintaining health, safety and wellbeing for individuals and their communities
  • Explore how participation in outdoor activities supports personal and community health and wellbeing and creates connections to the natural and built environment.

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • From our Principal
    • School Profile
    • History
    • Staff
  • Key Information
    • Coronavirus Advice
    • CHILD SAFE STANDARDS
    • Enrolment
    • School Council
    • PFA
    • Canteen
    • Uniform
    • Advertised Positions
  • Classrooms
    • Prep Unit
    • Grade 1
    • Grade 2
    • Grade 3
    • Grade 4
    • Grade 5
    • Grade 6
    • Specialists
  • Policies & Documents
  • Contact us