Grammar & Composition II
2024-2025
This step-by-step, non-threatening approach to writing empowers students to improve their writing skills by learning to compose and edit compositions from various genres. We will focus on mastering the advanced writing techniques using hands on techniques as well as a variety of games and activities.
This class will be primarily focused on getting students ready to write for a high school course. We will cover:
- Writing reports
- Narrative writing
- Persuasive writing
- Opinion essays
- Compare and contrast essays
- Essays that describe or define
- Timed essays
We will also practice how to successfully use quotations in writing to support arguments and cover the basics of MLA and APA citations.
Students will be finishing the second half of the Analytical Grammar text for explicit grammar instruction to aid them in their pursuit of becoming concise and persuasive writers.
In addition, we will be reading 5 novels throughout the year to model exemplary writing for students. These novels will be read primarily at home and discussed in class.
HOMEWORK
30 minutes to one hour per day depending on the student and the week. Also, about 20-30 minutes per day of reading.
PARENT RESPONSIBILITY
Grade daily grammar work. Ensure student has completed all assignments and is ready for class. (15-20 minutes weekly)
COURSE FEE: $250 pay-in-full / $276 Payment plan
SUPPLY FEE: $10
GRADE LEVEL: 8th and 9th
PREREQUISITES: Grammar and Composition I (or previous experience diagramming basic sentences)
CREDIT HOURS: 1 credit for 9th graders
MIN/MAX: 5 minimum, 15 maximum
TEXTS*:
- WriteShop II Student Text
- Analytical Grammar Student Text (may be reused if only first half is completed)
- Analytical Grammar Teacher Text (one per family)
- Analytical Grammar Reinforcement and Review Worksheets
- 5 age-appropriate novels TBD
Additional supplies*:
Paper for note taking, pencils, and a small folder to keep things organized.
*Please do not purchase any texts or supplies until you receive the officially, updated book & supply list after registration.