Sixth grade Curriculum - Life in a digital age

Sixth grade curriculum - Life in a digital age

Regardless of whether your sixth grade curriculum is all text books and workbooks, hand written journals and chalk boards, there is one thing that your child will not be able to avoid forever and that is technology. Many students have already stepped into the technology era without hesitation. This may be one of the first generations where students are more dependent on the computer and the internet than on paper resources. I know that my daughter’s homeschool curriculum is online, and we do only the bare minimum of paper based schooling. With that being said, your child is going to need tools to deal with the technology. One of the things your student needs to be doing by the sixth grade is keyboarding. Being able to type effectively instead of “hunt and peck” typing is a skill that will serve your child well as they continue in their academic career. There are many programs and even some typing games that can help your child learn.  Another thing that is of great use to students, making research easier is to be able to search the internet effectively and safely. There is a world of videos, online lectures, resources, and printables available on the internet. For internet safety for kids, it is important that they spell search terms correctly, and are reminded not to share personal information over the internet. Remind them that anyone they meet online might not be who they seem, and that the “x” at the top of the screen is a way to get out of situations that might be inappropriate. In addition to giving your student technology tools, and reminding them of safety procedures, don’t hesitate to monitor their activity online.