Skill Assessment
At Genie Academy, we assess each child's reading level and learning style to make our classes specifically for them.
Customized Lesson Plan
Then, we create a personalized lesson plan. This plan focuses on the areas they need the most help.
Reading Teaching
Then, we start teaching reading in an easy way. We use different methods to make sure your child understands and enjoys learning.
Concluding Progress Test
At the end of the program, we have a test to see how much your child has learned. This shows us what else they might need to work on.
6th graders will understand and use various features of nonfiction text in the context of their reading materials:
Understanding Nonfiction Text Features: Learning the purpose and use of text features like glossaries, indexes, title pages, and more.
Exploring Text Structures in Poetry and Drama: Identifying and understanding rhyme and stanza schemes in poetry.
6th graders will explore advanced figurative language, enhancing their literary analysis and creative writing skills:
Oxymoron and Paradox in Literature: Analyzing the use of oxymoron and paradox in literary works.
Consonance and Assonance: Delving into using consonance and assonance in poetry and prose to create rhythm and mood.
Complex Idioms, Proverbs, and Cultural Expressions: Understanding idioms and proverbs with deeper or culturally specific meanings.
Analyzing Figurative Language in Varied Genres: Studying how different genres use figurative language uniquely, from poetry to fiction to persuasive writing.
6th graders will be introduced to the concept of close reading, a critical skill for analyzing texts by focusing on detailed examination:
Introduction to Close Reading: Exploring the concept of close reading as a method for deepening understanding.
Sentence Structure Analysis: Understanding how sentence structure contributes to a text's effectiveness and meaning.
Annotation Techniques: Mastering annotation skills, including how to make meaningful notes in the margins of the text.
Discussion and Interpretation: Engaging in discussions to share interpretations and insights gained from close reading.
6th graders will enhance their reading comprehension skills, mastering advanced strategies to analyze texts effectively:
Reviewing Reading Strategies: Applying and reviewing reading strategies such as identifying main ideas and making connections to the text.
Advanced Quoting from Texts: Constructing responses to questions by effectively quoting from the text.
Comprehensive Reading: Studying different passages and answering multiple-choice and short-answer questions to assess comprehension.
Compare and Contrast Practice: Reading various passages and articulating their similarities and differences.
6th graders will enhance their understanding of literary elements by learning the tools authors use to enrich stories and express meaning across genres:
Review of Literary Elements: Reinforcing understanding of fundamental elements like setting, plot, climax, characters, and more.
Answering Authorial Intent Questions: Encouraging critical thinking about why authors choose specific tools or techniques.
Genre Exploration: Expanding knowledge of fiction and nonfiction genres.
Application in Reading: Applying knowledge of literary elements and genres to analyze and interpret various texts.
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Here are our core programs:
Genie Academy teaches children to develop laser-sharp focus in various math subjects. Our method and learning materials train students to concentrate at the highest degree.
Genie Academy students learn to develop their writing abilities, covering grammar, structure, and style, tailored to their grade level and creative or academic needs.
At Genie Academy, we believe in providing the best learning experience for your child. Our experienced teachers are committed to helping children succeed in reading, writing, math, and coding.
Genie Academy coaches are committed to our mission of uncovering your student's genius. They are dedicated, passionate, exciting, and motivating. Our coaches are committed to making the Genie Academy experience fun for kids.
Our team will evaluate your child to discover their strengths and weaknesses and provide an in-depth recommendation outline of what they need to ensure that they will succeed.
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