In the Skyline English language arts 6-8 courses, the curriculum is developed to be student-centered and to gradually release responsibility to students so that they can assume ownership of their own learning.
Units
- What's New in Skyline!
- 1a. Building Background Knowledge The Smoking Mirror and the Hero's Journey
- 1b. Themes and the Hero's Journey Across Texts and Cultures
- 1c. My Hero's Journey Narrative
- 2a. Discover Identity and Meaning Through Poetry
- 2b. Explore Perspectives through Book Clubs
- 2c. My Narrative Poetry Collection
- 3a. Analyze Nonfiction Texts to Develop an Understanding of a Topic
- 3b. Develop Research Skills through Group Inquiry
- 3c. Use Your Voice to Advocate for Change