Grade 6 EnglishLessons & Games for Kids Ages 11–12
A complete, game-based grade 6 english path for homeschool and after school (Year 7 english in the UK). 10 courses, from Spelling Demons to Writing Like a Pro, each with a read-aloud lesson, practice games and a quiz.
- 10 courses
- 251+ practice questions
- Ages 11–12
- first 2 courses free
10 courses in order
Grade 6 English Courses
Open any course to see what's inside: the lesson, the games, practice questions and ideas to try at home.
- Course 1
Spelling Demons
Necessary, separate, rhythm! The words everyone misspells.
English typing course · 29 questions · about 15 min
- Course 2
Commonly Confused Words
Than or then? Affect or effect? Accept or except?
English typing course · 22 questions · about 10 min
- Course 3
Advanced Roots
Spect, struct, dict, chron! Unlock big words with roots.
English typing course · 27 questions · about 15 min
- Course 4
Academic Vocabulary
Analyze, evidence, summarize, hypothesis! Words for school success.
English typing course · 27 questions · about 15 min
- Course 5
Similes and Metaphors
As bright as the sun! Time is money! Language that paints pictures.
English typing course · 23 questions · about 15 min
- Course 6
Pronouns
Myself, themselves, who, whom, whose! Pronouns at a higher level.
English typing course · 26 questions · about 15 min
- Course 7
Earth and Life Science
Atmosphere, adaptation, metamorphosis! Science words for grade 6.
English typing course · 27 questions · about 15 min
- Course 8
Ancient Civilizations
Pharaoh, empire, democracy, artifact! Words from long ago.
English typing course · 27 questions · about 15 min
- Course 9
Word Relationships
Analogies, synonyms and antonyms! How words connect.
English typing course · 23 questions · about 15 min
- Course 10
Writing Like a Pro
Type essay sentences with transitions and strong ideas.
English typing course · 20 questions · about 10 min
Skills
Grade 6 English Skills Covered
Every practice question is linked to a skill, so the parent dashboard can show what your child has mastered and what to practice next.
- Spelling
- Confusing Words
- Word Roots
- Figurative Language
Questions from parents
Grade 6 English: FAQ
What do kids learn in grade 6 english?
SkillBloom's grade 6 english path has 10 courses: Spelling Demons, Commonly Confused Words, Advanced Roots, Academic Vocabulary, Similes and Metaphors, Pronouns, Earth and Life Science, Ancient Civilizations, Word Relationships and Writing Like a Pro. Each one has a read-aloud lesson, hands-on games or experiments and a quiz.
What age is grade 6?
Grade 6 is usually for kids ages 11–12. In the UK that is Year 7, and in Australia it is Year 6. Kids can also use another grade's courses for review or an extra challenge.
Is SkillBloom grade 6 english free?
The first courses in every subject (first 2 courses) are free with a parent account. SkillBloom Premium unlocks all 10 grade 6 english courses and every other subject.
Can I use this as a grade 6 english homeschool curriculum?
Yes. The courses follow the topics most curricula teach in 6th grade, in a sensible order. Kids learn on their own with voice support, and the parent dashboard and planner show progress and the skills that need more practice.
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