Week 1
Lesson 1
Lesson 1: Narrative Writing
We'll take a look at what narrative writing is... and how we can create pictures with words! The focus is on telling a story with utmost attention to sensory details, vivid verbs, and strong hooks. Students should send their rough draft to the instructor for feedback. 
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Lesson 2: Narrative Writing
In this lesson, students should expect to revise their narrative drafts by adding dialogue and several literary devices (figurative language, alliteration, etc). They will also work on creating an ending that answers the question "Why is this event important?" Students should submit their final composition for a detailed evaluation. 
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Lesson 3: Expository Writing
Time to brainstorm! This lesson moves into expository (informational writing). Students will compose a three-paragraph "essay" that mimics the structure of a complete five-paragraph essay but has only one body paragraph. This lesson will focus on writing that body paragraph with perfect paragraph form. Students should submit the paragraph to the instructor for feedback. 
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Lesson 4: Expository Writing
In this lesson, students will polish off their expository paper by adding an introduction and a conclusion. Central to this lesson is the creation of a thesis statement, but the correct construction of an introduction with a good hook and a conclusion with a strong ending are also important. Students should submit their final paper for an evaluation. 
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Lesson 5: Persuasive Writing
Logos, ethos, and pathos, oh my! The ancient Greeks knew how to persuade... and so will you after this lesson! For in-class practice, students will do plenty of brainstorming on various issues. Outside of class, they will write the middle section of a mini persuasive essay on the topic of their choice. Students should submit their sentences to the instructor for feedback. 
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Lesson 6: Persuasive Writing
Once we revise the persuasive sentences, the class will focus on crafting an introduction and conclusion, once again with strong thesis statements. Students should submit their final paper for an evaluation.