G26.1-3 Essay Exercise: Grammar Level
Literary Core Skill:
Grammar Level 26: Compose a paragraph-length thematic essay.
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Elements of Fiction:
Composition
Assignment Type:
Description:
By completing the following three assignments in order, students will compose a paragraph-length thematic essay of the current title. Each assignment builds on the previous one, making systematic completion necessary.
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Grading Rubric:
Teachers use the 5-fold grading rubric found at www.centerforlitschools.com/5fold-grading-rubric.
G26.1 Essay Exercise: Topic Sentence
This worksheet presents a thematic writing prompt derived from current title. Student submits two proposed topic sentences in response.
G26.2 Essay Exercise: Supporting Sentences
This worksheet presents an example topic sentence derived from current title. Student submits three supporting sentences in response.
G26.3 Essay Exercise: Clincher Sentence
This worksheet presents an example topic sentence and supporting sentences derived from current title. Student submits two proposed clincher sentences in response.
L12.4 Essay Exercise: Outline
Student submits an outline of the essay.
L12.5 Essay Exercise: Rough Draft
Student submits a rough draft of the essay.
L12.6 Essay Exercise: Final Draft
Student submits a final draft of the essay.