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Write 5 Sentences
Words used: spring, bring, sing, king, ding, string, wing, cling, thing, being, detour
For grade level: 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: J. Smith
Definition Match
Words used: spring, bring, sing, king, ding, string, wing, cling, thing, being, detour
For grade level: 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: J. Smith
Word Search Puzzle
Words used: spring, bring, sing, king, ding, string, wing, cling, thing, being, detour
For grade level: 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: J. Smith
Word Search Puzzle
Words used: February, Wednesday, tomorrow, surprise, friend, college, knowledge, beautiful, experience, through
For grade level: 6th Grade
Created by: R. Parker
Word Scramble
Words used: gout, notorious, thrum, relics, exiled, skulk, gawk, finesse, agitated
For grade level: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: S. Gregory
Cloze Paragraph
Words used: gout, notorious, thrum, relics, exiled, skulk, gawk, finesse, agitated
For grade level: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: S. Gregory
Crossword Puzzle
Words used: gout, notorious, thrum, relics, exiled, skulk, gawk, finesse, agitated
For grade level: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: S. Gregory
Definition Match
Words used: gout, notorious, thrum, relics, exiled, skulk, gawk, finesse, agitated
For grade level: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: S. Gregory
Sentence Fill in the Blank
Words used: gout, notorious, thrum, relics, exiled, skulk, gawk, finesse, agitated
For grade level: 6th Grade
Created by: S. Gregory
Definition Match
Words used: 'L, PUZZLEMAKER, 'FRE, U, N, CREATE YOUR OWN PUZZLES, N, Puzzlemaker is a puzzle generation tool for teachers, students and parents. Create and print customized word search, criss-cross, math puzzles, and, more-using your own word lists., Restart Spelling List 1, rgis qu1y dra odd pexheeuco, scoeranveandsseenttruerv, uscngfd1elew, Unscramble the tiles to reveal a message., Each tile is used only once., Use spacing, puncuation and common words to find adjacent tiles., Some words may be split into two lines., Discovery, EDUCATION, Copyright © 2025 Discovery Education. All rights reserved., 1. Gawk, Vocabulary Words Restart Chapters 14-20, •, •, Definition: To stare openly and often stupidly., Part of Speech: Verb, • Antonyms: Glance, ignore, • Synonyms: Stare, gawk, •, Sentence: The tourists gawked at the giant statue in the, park., 2. Finesse, ., Definition: Skillful handling of a difficult situation., Antonyms: Clumsiness, ineptitude, •, Part of Speech: Noun / Verb, ●, ●, Synonyms: Skill, flair, maneuver, ●, Sentence: She was able to finesse her way through the tricky, conversation with ease., 3. Relics, •, Definition: Objects from the past that have historical or, sentimental value., •, Part of Speech: Noun, •, Antonyms: Modern items, •, Synonyms: Artifacts, remains, •, 4. Gout, Sentence: The museum displayed ancient relics from a long-, lost civilization., ●, Definition: A medical condition characterized by painful, swelling in the joints, often the big toe., •, Part of Speech: Noun, • Antonyms: Health, • Synonyms: Arthritis, inflammation, •, Sentence: After weeks of discomfort, he went to the doctor, and was diagnosed with gout., 5. Thrum, •, •, Definition: To make a continuous rhythmic humming or, buzzing sound., Part of Speech: Verb, •, Antonyms: Silence, •, Synonyms: Hum, buzz, Sentence: The machinery began to thrum as it started up for, the day., 6. Exiled, •, •, •, •, •, Definition: Sent away from one's home country, often for, political reasons., Part of Speech: Adjective / Verb, Antonyms: Reinstated, welcomed, Synonyms: Banished, expelled, Sentence: The writer was exiled from his country after, speaking out against the government., 7. Wide Berth, ., •, Definition: A lot of space or distance allowed between two, things or people., Part of Speech: Noun, • Antonyms: Close proximity, •, Synonyms: Distance, margin, •, Sentence: The dog was known to be aggressive, so people, gave it a wide berth when walking by., 8. Skulk, ., Definition: To move stealthily or furtively, often with a, sinister or cowardly purpose., Part of Speech: Verb, • Antonyms: Confront, ● Synonyms: Sneak, lurk, Sentence: The thief skulked in the shadows, waiting for the, perfect moment to strike., 9. Agitated, •, Definition: Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous., Part of Speech: Adjective, • Antonyms: Calm, placid, • Synonyms: Disturbed, unsettled, ●, Sentence: He was agitated during the meeting and couldn't, focus on the discussion., 10. Notorious, •, •, Definition: Famous or well-known, typically for some bad, quality or deed., Part of Speech: Adjective, • Antonyms: Unknown, inconspicuous, •, Synonyms: Infamous, renowned, •, Sentence: The notorious criminal was finally captured after, years of evading the police., Vocabulary Words Restart Chapters 14-20, Word Matching: Match the vocabulary word to its definition., Gawk, Finesse, Relics, Gout, A. Objects with historical value, B. To stare openly, C. A famous person for bad, reasons, Thrum, Exiled, Wide Berth, Skulk, Agitated, D. Skillful handling, E. Painful joint condition, F. To move stealthily, G. A lot of distance or space, H. To make a humming sound, Notorious, 1. Troubled or nervous, J. Sent away from home, Name:, Vocabulary Test Restart Chapters 14-20, Directions: Choose the BEST choice., 1. What does "gawk" mean?, A) To stare awkwardly, B) To glance quickly, C) To look away, 3. What are "relics"?, A) Modern technology, B) Ancient objects, C) Recent discoveries, 2. Which word means "to do, something with skill"?, A) Relics, B) Finesse, C) Gout, 4. Gout is a type of:, A) Skill, B) Pain, C) Silence, 5. What does "thrum" refer to?, A) A loud shout, B) A rhythmic sound, C) A sudden silence, 6. If someone is "exiled, " what, has happened to them?, A) They were welcomed back, B) They have been forced to, leave, C) They have traveled, willingly, 7. A "wide berth" indicates:, A) Close distance, B) Careful avoidance, c) Narrow space, 8. To "skulk" means to:, A) Play openly, B) Hide slyly, c) Dance joyfully, 9. If someone is "agitated, " they, are:, A) Calm and relaxed, B) Upset or disturbed, C) Happy and cheerful, 10. Someone who is "notorious", is known for:, A) Good deeds, B) Bad reputation, C) Being kind, Fill-in-the-Blank: Choose the best word from the word bank to, complete the sentence., gawk finesse, relics, gout, thrum, exiled, wide, berth, skulk, agitated, notorious, 1. The children began to, at the funny clown., 2. She handled the difficult situation with great, 3. The museum displayed ancient, 4. He suffered from, from different civilizations., in his joints, making it hard to walk., 5. The engine began to, as we started the car., 6. The royal family was, from their homeland after the, revolution., 7. It's best to keep a, 8. The cat would, 9. She felt, from the wild animals., in the shadows, waiting for its prey., while speaking in front of the large audience., 10. The thief became, for his daring robberies., Multiple Choice:, 1. A, 2. B, 3. B, 4. B, 5. B, 6. B, 7. B, 8. B, 9. B, 10. B, Fill-in-the-Blank:, 1. gawk, 2. finesse, 3. relics, 4. gout, 5. thrum, 6. exiled, 7. wide berth, 8. skulk, 9. agitated, 10. notorious, Answer Key
For grade level: 6th Grade
Created by: S. Gregory
Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check
Words used: Wedge, Hedge, Cage, Bridge, Budge, Rage, Edge, Lodge, Fudge, Page, Frigid, Puzzled
For grade level: 5th Grade, 6th Grade
Created by: K. Haun
Word Search Puzzle
Words used: sing, ring, thing, king, sting, wing, bring, cling, BONUS:, going
For grade level: 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Created by: J. Smith
6th Grade Worksheet Generators
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Letter & Sound Practice
- Trace, Copy, Cover & Write - Perfect for practicing letter formation and sight words
- Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check - Look at the word, say it, cover it, write it, check it
- Draw and Label - Early vocabulary and picture-word association
- Rainbow Words - Fun way to practice letter recognition and formation
- Missing Letters - Reinforce the relationship of letters in words
Reading & Phonics
- Word Hunt with Comprehension Questions - Underline/circle the words in the paragraph, and answer the comprehension questions on the next page
- Cloze Paragraph - Fill in the blanks in the paragraph, and answer the comprehension questions on the next page
- Rainbow Words - Fun way to practice letter recognition and formation
- Missing Letters - Reinforce the relationship of letters in words
- Rhyming Pairs with Suggested Answers - Connect letters with their sounds
Word Lists & Games
- 16 Words List - Perfect for creating spelling word lists and sorts
- 24 Words List - More words in the list
- Bingo Cards - Fun way to practice letter and sight word recognition
- Tic Tac Toe - Engaging letter and word practice game
- Crossword Puzzle - Find words in a grid with the clues
Why Worksheets Matter in Sixth Grade
Sixth grade marks a crucial transition in a student's academic journey, where they begin to develop more sophisticated literacy skills and critical thinking abilities. At this stage, students are expected to engage with more complex texts and develop deeper comprehension skills. Research shows that targeted practice with age-appropriate materials is essential for building these advanced literacy skills.
Worksheets, when designed thoughtfully, can be powerful tools in your 6th grade classroom.
In a sixth grade classroom, well-designed worksheets serve several important purposes:
- Skill Reinforcement: They provide focused practice for vocabulary development and reading comprehension strategies.
- Independent Learning: They encourage self-directed learning and critical thinking skills.
- Progress Monitoring: They help teachers assess student understanding of complex concepts.
- Writing Development: They support the development of analytical writing and response skills.
- Confidence Building: They provide structured opportunities to practice and master advanced literacy skills.
What Makes a Good 6th Grade Worksheet?
Effective 6th grade worksheets should have these characteristics:
- Age-Appropriate Content: Topics and themes that engage middle school students.
- Complex Text Analysis: Opportunities to analyze and interpret sophisticated texts.
- Critical Thinking Prompts: Questions that encourage deeper analysis and evaluation.
- Vocabulary Development: Focus on academic and domain-specific vocabulary.
- Writing Integration: Opportunities to practice analytical and response writing.
- Scaffolded Support: Clear instructions with appropriate challenge levels.
Tips for Using Worksheets Effectively in 6th Grade
- Connect to Real-World Context: Use worksheets that relate to current events or student interests.
- Encourage Discussion: Use worksheets as springboards for classroom discussions.
- Differentiate Content: Provide varying levels of challenge to meet diverse learning needs.
- Time Management: Allow appropriate time for complex tasks while maintaining engagement.
- Digital Integration: Consider using digital formats when appropriate for tech-savvy students.
Conclusion
When used thoughtfully, worksheets can be valuable tools in your 6th grade classroom. They provide essential practice opportunities for advanced literacy skills, help build critical thinking abilities, and support the development of sophisticated reading and writing skills. Remember to choose worksheets that align with your curriculum's scope and sequence, and always use them as part of a balanced literacy program that includes plenty of discussion, collaboration, and authentic reading experiences.