Week 1
Lesson 1
Creative Writing
Learners will improve their creative writing skills by using prompts to inspire and guide their writing.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Literary Devices
Learners will understand and identify various literary devices, such as simile, metaphor, and personification, in a text and analyze how they contribute to the overall meaning and tone of the piece.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Identifying Themes in Literature
Learners will be able to identify and analyze themes present in literary texts with depth and insight.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Narrative Essay (Part 1)
Learners will develop the ability to brainstorm and organize ideas effectively in order to create a compelling narrative essay.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Narrative Essay (Part 2)
Learners will be able to effectively craft a compelling hook to engage the reader and develop a clear thesis statement that conveys the main idea of their narrative essay.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Narrative Essay (Part 3)
Learners will be able to effectively develop characters and create vivid settings in their narrative essays to enhance the overall impact and engagement of their writing.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Narrative Essay (Part 4)
Learners will be able to identify and analyze the plot and sequence of events in their narrative essay.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Narrative Essay (Part 5)
Learners will be able to effectively incorporate sensory details in their body paragraphs to enhance the reader's experience and create a vivid narrative essay.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Narrative Essay (Part 6)
Learners will be able to effectively build tension and suspense in their writing leading to a well-developed climax and satisfying resolution in their narrative essays.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Genre Specific Terms
Learners will understand and be able to identify genre specific terms, which are vocabulary words that are unique to certain literary genres such as "soliloquy" in drama and "stanza" in poetry.
 Week 11
Lesson 11
SAT/ACT Vocabulary
Learners will improve their ability to recognize and use higher-level vocabulary words commonly found on the SAT/ACT, such as "obfuscate" and "gregarious," in order to enhance their reading comprehension skills and boost their performance on standardized tests.
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Introduction to Shakespeare
- Discussion on who William Shakespeare was and his impact on literature and theatre
- Introduce students to common Shakespearean terms and language
- Read and analyze a sonnet (e.g. Sonnet 18 "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?")
 Week 13
Lesson 13
 Comedy in Shakespeare
- Learn about Shakespeare's comedic plays and their themes
- Read and analyze a scene from a comedy (e.g. A Midsummer Night's Dream or Much Ado About Nothing)
- Discuss comedic elements such as mistaken identity, wordplay, and character foils
 Week 14
Lesson 14
Tragedy in Shakespeare
- Learn about Shakespeare's tragic plays and their themes
- Read and analyze a scene from a tragedy (e.g. Romeo and Juliet or Macbeth)
- Discuss tragic elements such as fatal flaws, soliloquies, and dramatic tension
 Week 15
Lesson 15
Shakespeare Project
Learners will present their final project. 
 Week 16
Lesson 16
Research Paper (Part 1)
Learners will understand the purpose of a research paper and how to effectively choose and narrow down a research topic.
 Week 17
Lesson 17
Research Paper (Part 2)
Learners will develop the skill of formulating research questions and discerning credible sources for academic writing.
 Week 18
Lesson 18
Research Paper (Part 3)
Learners will be able to effectively analyze informational texts to identify main ideas, supporting details that can be added to their research paper.
 Week 19
Lesson 19
Research Paper (Part 4)
Learners will effectively outline and organize their research papers for enhanced clarity and structure.
 Week 20
Lesson 20
Research Paper (Part 5)
Learners will be able to effectively take notes from non-fiction sources.
 Week 21
Lesson 21
Plagiarism
Learners will understand the importance of properly citing sources and avoiding plagiarism in their writing.
 Week 22
Lesson 22
Research Paper (Part 6)
Learners will demonstrate the ability to construct a clear and concise thesis statement that effectively articulates the main argument of a research paper.
 Week 23
Lesson 23
Research Paper (Part 7)
Learners will be able to create a rough draft of a research paper that includes an introduction, thesis statement, body paragraphs with supporting evidence, and a conclusion.
 Week 24
Lesson 24
Research Paper (Part 8)
Learners will be able to effectively revise, edit, and produce a final polished copy of their research paper
 Week 25
Lesson 25
MLA/APA Citations

Learners will demonstrate the ability to accurately format MLA and APA citations in written assignments to properly attribute sources and avoid plagiarism.
 Week 26
Lesson 26
Advanced Grammar
Learners will be able to analyze and apply complex sentence structures, correctly use a variety of verb tenses and moods, distinguish between commonly confused words, and demonstrate an understanding of advanced punctuation rules.
 Week 27
Lesson 27
Explore Different Types of Poetry
Learners will deepen their understanding of various forms of  poetry and expand their appreciation for the beauty and complexity of language.
 Week 28
Lesson 28
Analyze Poems
Learners will improve their understanding of poetry by analyzing various poems to identify themes, literary devices, and deeper meanings.
 Week 29
Lesson 29
Write and Present Poems
Learners will improve their ability to write and present poems creativity, clarity, and emotion.
 Week 30
Lesson 30
SAT/ACT Vocabulary
Learners will expand their vocabulary in order to boost my SAT/ACT. For example, words like "ubiquitous" and "elucidate".
 Week 31
Lesson 31
Persuasive Essay (Part 1)
Learners will learn how to effectively use persuasive techniques such as ethos, pathos, and logos in their writing to engage and persuade readers.
 Week 32
Lesson 32
Persuasive Essay (Part 2)
Learners will know how to pick a topic and list arguments for a persuasive paper in order to develop critical thinking skills and effectively communicate their ideas and opinions.
 Week 33
Lesson 33
Persuasive Essay (Part 3)
Learners will learn how to write a clear and concise thesis statement and effectively gather evidence to support their arguments.
 Week 34
Lesson 34
Persuasive Essay (Part 4)
Learners will address potential counterarguments by thoroughly researching opposing viewpoints and crafting strong rebuttals in their persuasive essays.
 Week 35
Lesson 35
Persuasive Essay Writing Workshop 
Learners will have written a first draft of their persuasive paper.
 Week 36
Lesson 36
Persuasive Essay Peer Review
Learners will receive constructive feedback on their essays from their peers in order to improve their writing skills and enhance the overall quality of their work.
 Week 37
Lesson 37
Final
Learners will complete a final exam which will determine their final grade.