This course combines literature and writing in an integrated format. The collection of readings spans the globe offering students the opportunity to learn the history of literature (Ancient Greek and Roman) as well as the various styles and subjects written throughout the world. By incorporating writing through every unit of the course, students naturally build their writing skills and voice. Students are guided through the writing process and taught every facet of narrative, persuasive, descriptive, definition, cause and effect, compare and contrast, and poetry writing. The course provides differentiated instruction to ensure that all students will succeed. Included in the detailed lesson plans are activities to strengthen comprehension, analysis and critical thinking skills. The course is designed to create and sustain a productive learning environment and is aligned with both state and national standards. A pacing guide is included to guarantee course completion. In addition, daily lesson plans provide class notes (overheads) and PowerPoint handouts and worksheets. This course is self-contained with a student workbook that includes all necessary materials. Additional websites are provided to aid the new or out-of-field teacher.

Table of Contents:

1. Greek Mythology
2. Short Story Unit: Grouped thematically
3. Novel: Nonfiction
4. Poetry
5. Novel: Fiction
6. Shakespeare

Course materials cover a full year with daily support for all aspects of instruction. The Teacher’s Edition includes a syllabus; correlation to standards; pacing guide; daily lesson plans; teacher’s workbook; CD with daily class notes in PDF (for use as color overheads) and/or PowerPoints; complete assessments. Classroom sets includes 25 Student Workbooks and Teacher Edition with CD. After purchase of Teacher’s Edition, additional Student Workbooks are available for individual purchase. Click here for details.