Syllabus: Writing and History Through Literature (Part 1 of 2 - 15 Weeks)
Course Description: In this 15-week course, students will explore ancient history through the lens of literature while developing their writing skills using the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) techniques. Previous IEW experience is not necessary, but it is helpful. Each week, students will discuss historical topics, practice IEW writing techniques, and complete related assignments.

Required Texts:
•	Tales of Ancient Egypt by Roger Lancelyn Green
•	The Golden Goblet by Eloise Jarvis McGraw

Materials Needed:
•	3-ring binder
•	File folders
•	Envelopes or ziplock bags for vocabulary cards
•	Internet access for research

Weekly Structure:
•	Historical Topic Discussion: Each week, we will discuss a historical topic related to the lesson.
•	IEW Techniques: Introduction, explanation, and demonstration of IEW techniques and assignments.
•	Literature Discussion: Discussion of the assigned reading.
•	Assignments: 1-3 paragraphs based on the lesson, posted in Google Classroom and due one week later.
•	Kahoot Quizzes: At the end of each literature assignment to reinforce learning.
•	Dress-Ups, Sentence Openers, and Decorations: New elements introduced weekly to enhance writing.
•	Checklists: Provided for each assignment to ensure students stay on task.
•	Resubmissions: Allowed for corrections.

Week-by-Week Breakdown:
Literature: Tales of Ancient Egypt
Week 1:
•	Lesson 1: Unit 1 - Making an Outline
o	Historical Topic: First Civilizations and Farming
o	IEW Technique: Note making and outlining
Week 2:
•	Lesson 2: Unit 2 - Writing from an Outline
o	Historical Topic: Sumerians
o	IEW Technique: Writing from notes
Week 3:
•	Lesson 3: Unit 2 - Writing from an Outline
o	Historical Topic: Hittites
o	IEW Technique: Writing from notes
Week 4:
•	Lesson 4: Unit 2 - Writing from an Outline (2 paragraphs)
o	Historical Topic: Hammurabi
o	IEW Technique: Writing from notes
Unit 3: Story Sequence Charts - Egyptian Tales
Week 5:
•	Lesson 5: Story Sequence Charts
o	Story: Isis and Osiris
Week 6:
•	Lesson 6: Story Sequence Charts
o	Story: The Golden Lotus
Week 7:
•	Lesson 7: Story Sequence Charts
o	Story: The Story of the Shipwrecked Sailor
Week 8:
•	Lesson 8: Story Sequence Charts
o	Assignment: Invent Your Own Myth
Literature: The Golden Goblet
Week 9:
•	Lesson 9: Unit 4 - Summarizing a Reference
o	Historical Topic: Ancient Africa
Week 10:
•	Lesson 10: Unit 4 - Summarizing a Reference
o	Historical Topic: Assyrians
Week 11:
•	Lesson 11: Unit 4 - Summarizing a Reference (2 paragraphs)
o	Historical Topic: Babylon
Week 12:
•	Lesson 12: Unit 4 - Summarizing a Reference (2 paragraphs)
o	Historical Topic: Mesopotamia
Unit 5: Writing from Pictures
Week 13:
•	Lesson 13: Writing from Pictures
o	Topic: Stonehenge (Associated Myths)
Week 14:
•	Lesson 14: Writing from Pictures
o	Topic: Monkey King (Chinese Folklore)
Week 15:
•	Lesson 15: Writing from Pictures
o	Topic: (Bonus) Chariot Racing

Homework:
•	Assignments will be posted each week in Google Classroom and are due one week after they are assigned. Resubmissions are allowed for corrections.
Evaluation:
•	This course is not graded, but assignments will be reviewed and feedback will be provided. Completion and understanding of assignments will ensure success.
Additional Notes:
•	Source texts, note posters, and other helpful materials will be provided. Students may need to research and bring their own sources for some assignments.
•	Active participation in literature reading and discussions is required for the success of the course.