** This is the second semester of a year-long class. However, semester one is NOT a prerequisite **

In 7th grade, students are still working on things like grammar and punctuation, but also working on bigger things like interpreting literature and completing research-based writing. In this class, we're going to cover grammar, spelling, and vocabulary concurrent to reading literature and writing. Each week, class will start with a warm-up exercise to review/introduce concepts and allow students time to get into the classroom.  My teaching style is very conversational, but structured. My goal is to make class as interactive as possible, but cover the necessary topics. Discussion will be a big part of the class and all students will be encouraged, but not required to participate.

I strongly encourage all students to complete the homework so students can get the most out of the class. I will provide detailed feedback on all assignments turned in. Writing assignments will receive feedback with 2-3 things the student did well on the essay. Then, I will share 3-4 ways they can revise their essay. Constructive feedback will include specific examples on how to improve their essay. For example, if I mention the thesis statement (topic sentence) could use a little adjustment, I will write possible examples of thesis statements for their essay. Students can submit essays for revision and editing as many times as they'd like.

Throughout class, students will be using Google Docs to complete assignments. This ensures the students are working during class and allows guardians to follow their progress in real time. Students will need to be able to access documents during class. 

Concepts covered in this class:
- Character analysis
- Plot
- Literary devices
- Theme, point of view
- Annotating
- Literary analysis
- Figurative language
- Research essays
- Research; sources
- Citations
- Historical context/setting
- Inference
- Reading comprehension