Beyond the Five Paragraph Essay: Reading and Writing Full Curriculum
This full English Language Arts Curriculum will immerse learners in formal essay writing, creative writing pieces, real-world applicable writing with revisions and twelve short story readings.
Teacher Jade's Writing Academy
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20 pre-recorded lessons
20 weeks
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2-4 hours per week. There will be weekly writing assignments and revisions are required.Assessment
Work will be assessed through written feedback that will be provided in-text and through rubrics.Grading
Percentage grades are and letter grades are provided upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner - Advanced Level
𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 Are you looking for an engaging and comprehensive writing course for your middle schooler? Our program goes beyond the foundational five-paragraph essay, guiding students through formal essay writing, creative expression, and real-world applications. With a structured curriculum that balances writing assignments, revisions, and short story readings, your child will develop strong writing skills essential for academic and professional success. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁? Students will learn: - How to structure formal essays - Techniques for creative narrative writing - Real-world applications of writing - Revision and editing skills for polished final drafts 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 - Expository Essays - Persuasive Writing and Avoiding Fallacies - Writing on Opposing Viewpoints - Analytical Essays - Creative Writing - Not-So-Personal Narratives - Research Papers - Writing Editorials - Mystery Writing - College Application Essays - Formal Letters 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 Our class is structured in modules, each focusing on different writing styles and techniques. Each module includes: - Writing assignments with specific word count and page requirements - Revision sessions for improvement and feedback - Short story readings to enhance comprehension and analytical skills 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁? We use a blend of interactive activities, multimedia resources, and practical assignments to keep students engaged. Each week includes: - Icebreakers and discussions - Hands-on writing tasks - Peer reviews and collaborative projects - Short grammar lessons tailored to common errors 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 Our teaching style is supportive and adaptive, ensuring personalized attention for each student. We provide detailed feedback on all assignments and encourage open communication for any needed accommodations or modifications. 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 - Exit Ticket Questions: Posted weekly for students to reflect on and clarify assignments. - Grammar Lessons: Customized based on common errors observed in student writing, including videos, worksheets, and quizzes. 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝘂𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 Grammar Workbook 12-month ELA Calendar Reading Comprehension Strategies Graphic Organizers and Outlines Thesis Statement Worksheet If your learner requires any accommodations or modifications, please send a message to determine the best fit for their needs. Help your child master the art of writing with our comprehensive course and watch them grow into confident and proficient writers. Sign up today!
Learning Goals
Understand and apply the structure of formal essays.Master techniques for creative narrative writing.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)20 Lessons
over 20 WeeksLesson 1:
Expository Essay
Learners will write a two-page minimum expository essay. Expository writing allows the learner to select a topic, and with minimal research, focus on structing an essay to inform their audience. Lesson 2:
Revision and short story
Learners will read the selected short story and respond to 1-2 discussions questions in 50-100 words. Learners will also have this time to work on their revisions. Lesson 3:
Persuasive Essay
Learners will write a persuasive essay and work on avoiding fallacies. The objective is to incorporate logos, pathos, and the ethos which will be later used with rhetorical analysis writing. This assignment will require a 700-900 word count. Lesson 4:
Revision and short story
Learners will read the selected short story and respond to 1-2 discussions questions in 50-100 words. Learners will also have this time to work on their revisions. Other Details
Learning Needs
All assignments can be modified to accommodate different learning needs as well as writing levels and abilities.
Pre-Requisites
Learners should know the basic structure of writing (complete sentences and punctuation).
Supply List
All materials will be provided by the instructor.
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1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Minnesota
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Minnesota
𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗮𝗱𝗲 (𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿):
I started my path to teaching in college when I volunteered with AmeriCorps. I went on to teach in traditional public schools after I completed my M.Ed and received my teaching license, but I quickly learned the school environment was not the ideal setting for myself or my child. That is when I transitioned to homeschooling and teaching online. I have been teaching writing courses for fifteen years. My primary objective in each class is to help the learners feel comfortable and gain confidence in their writing.Reviews
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