1. Students will use key reading skills for nonfiction text: identifying main idea & key details; identifying problems & solutions; and comparing and contrasting.
2. Students will write five-paragraph essay in response to nonfiction text that includes an introduction with a thesis statement; well developed body paragraphs; and a conclusion that summarizes and leaves a final thought.
3. Students will make a claim and support their argument with evidence from the texts.
4. Students will address the counterclaim and write an effective rebuttal.

Instructional Specialty: Writing Structure & Composition and State Standardized ELA Assessments; Bachelor's Degree in English Language & Literature, Rutgers University; Public School Reading & Writing Teacher, 10 years, grades 6-10; Online Tutor & Course Instructor, 2 years, grades pre-k through grade 11; Extensive Experience with ELA State Testing Requirements

Homework Offered
Students should finish any work not completed during sessions. Also, students will be given an optional writing assessment on the last day to complete independently. Students are welcome to send their essays to Ms. Heather within one week of the last class session for a free rubric scoring and an evaluation that identifies the learners' strengths and weaknesses.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be given individual feedback during sessions. Also, students will be given an optional writing assessment on the last day to complete independently. Students are welcome to send their essays to Ms. Heather within one week of the last class session for a free rubric scoring and an evaluation that identifies the learners' strengths and weaknesses.
Grades Offered