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Reference classic fantasy examples and a writing-tips checklist (peer- and self-checked) to plan a fantasy story with a central conflict, fantasy setting, a hero with a unique ability, a villain-driven quest, strong action verbs, and dialogue; complete narrative map, outline, draft, peer edit, and final stages by given due dates; work…
Students research the subject using at least 3 sources, complete a biographical fact-organizer (place of birth, place(s) of residence, relevant family members, and related prompts) and a portrait-drawing activity with labeled achievement items, then draft, self/peer-check (using the included writing-tips checklist), and revise a…
Students research Martin Luther using at least 3 sources and write a 5-paragraph essay (introduction with thesis, early life, key religious concepts, legacy/influence, conclusion, works cited), then complete a self/peer essay-quality checklist.
Students select a veteran (from a provided list spanning conflicts from the American Revolution through more recent wars, or a family member), conduct light biographical research, draw the subject with 5 representative items, learn MLA citation basics from a companion presentation, and write a 5-paragraph MLA-style research essay…
Fill in a one-page biography fact sheet on Agatha Christie using a Wikipedia-type source (Place of Birth, Place(s) of Residence, Relevant Family Members) and draw Agatha Christie with 5 items representative of their achievements, then draft a 5-paragraph essay (introduction with thesis, early-life paragraph, achievements/career…
Fill in a one-page biography fact sheet on Alfred, Lord Tennyson using a Wikipedia-type source (Place of Birth, Place(s) of Residence, Relevant Family Members) and draw Alfred, Lord Tennyson with 5 items representative of their achievements, then draft a 5-paragraph essay (introduction with thesis, early-life paragraph,…
Select a Colonial American figure, conduct light research to gather biographical facts, draw the subject with 5 significant achievement-related items, complete a peer-edit checklist, and write a 5-paragraph MLA-formatted research essay (intro with thesis, body paragraphs on early life/achievements in the New World/legacy, conclusion,…
Select a Roman leader, conduct light research to gather biographical facts, draw the subject with 5 significant achievement-related items, complete a peer-edit checklist, and write a 5-paragraph MLA-formatted research essay (intro with thesis, body paragraphs on early life/achievements/legacy, conclusion, works cited) which is then…
Research and record biographical facts about Sigmund Freud (place of birth, place(s) of residence, etc.) using source material such as Wikipedia-type sources; draw a picture of Freud with 5 items representative of his theoretical/philosophical achievements and describe each item; complete a self/peer essay checklist; write a 5-paragraph…
Students research the subject using at least 3 sources, complete a biographical fact-organizer (place of birth, place(s) of residence, relevant family members, and related prompts) and a portrait-drawing activity with labeled achievement items, then draft, self/peer-check (using the included writing-tips checklist), and revise a…
Students research the subject using at least 3 sources, complete a biographical fact-organizer (place of birth, place(s) of residence, relevant family members, and related prompts) and a portrait-drawing activity with labeled achievement items, then draft, self/peer-check (using the included writing-tips checklist), and revise a…
Complete a 'Time Capsule' brainstorming page (memorable moments, clubs/teams, best friends, best assignments, memorable teachers, guest speakers/field trips); brainstorm and select topics in three planning-box categories (significant memories, best learning experience, most impactful experience); gather direct support (a passage, quote…
Students research the subject using at least 3 sources, complete a biographical fact-organizer (place of birth, place(s) of residence, relevant family members, and related prompts) and a portrait-drawing activity with labeled achievement items, then draft, self/peer-check (using the included writing-tips checklist), and revise a…
Students research the subject using at least 3 sources, complete a biographical fact-organizer (place of birth, place(s) of residence, relevant family members, and related prompts) and a portrait-drawing activity with labeled achievement items, then draft, self/peer-check (using the included writing-tips checklist), and revise a…
Students research the subject using at least 3 sources, complete a biographical fact-organizer (place of birth, place(s) of residence, relevant family members, and related prompts) and a portrait-drawing activity with labeled achievement items, then draft, self/peer-check (using the included writing-tips checklist), and revise a…
Students research the subject using at least 3 sources, complete a biographical fact-organizer (place of birth, place(s) of residence, relevant family members, and related prompts) and a portrait-drawing activity with labeled achievement items, then draft, self/peer-check (using the included writing-tips checklist), and revise a…
Select a Georgia historical figure (via a provided selection process), collect and cite at least 3 sources, complete a peer/self writing checklist, and write a 5-paragraph MLA-formatted essay (intro with thesis, career-success paragraph, influence paragraph, legacy paragraph, conclusion, works cited).
Write a narrative essay rough draft, complete a peer review with a checklist, polish a final draft, and submit it before the end of class.
Follow a research-essay process (research notes, outline, draft, peer edit, final) to write a 5-paragraph essay with an introduction/thesis, an early-life body paragraph, a philosophical-work body paragraph, a social-legacy body paragraph, a conclusion, and a works-cited page in MLA format; complete a self/peer checklist verifying MLA…
Select a novelist, research their early life, significant literary works, and artistic legacy using at least 3 sources, complete a research/outline worksheet (seller description notes a drawing area on the handout), draft a 5-paragraph essay (introduction with thesis, three body paragraphs, conclusion, works cited page), and complete a…
Complete a narrative map/decision sheet (setting, characters, conflict, etc.), follow due-date checkpoints (narrative map, outline, draft, peer edit, final), apply listed writing-tips checks with a peer, and submit a final piece scored against a rubric covering writing style, narrative technique, realistic theme, and language/spelling…
Select a visual artist, research their early life, significant artistic works, and art legacy using at least 3 sources, complete a research/outline worksheet, draft a 5-paragraph essay (introduction with thesis, three body paragraphs, conclusion, works cited page), and complete a peer-review essay check.
Select an actor, research their early life, significant performances, and acting legacy using at least 3 sources, complete a research/outline worksheet, draft a 5-paragraph essay (introduction with thesis, three body paragraphs, conclusion, works cited page), and complete a peer-review essay check.
Select a philosopher, research their early life, most important philosophical work(s), and social legacy using at least 3 sources, complete a research/outline worksheet, draft a 5-paragraph essay (introduction with thesis, three body paragraphs, conclusion, works cited page), and complete a peer-review essay check.