Description
Units: Introduction to English Studies, Understanding the Writing Process, Introduction to Literature, Essay Types and Structures, Introduction to Critical Thinking, Fiction, Nonfiction, Drama, Poetry, and More, Introduction to Research, Grammar Essentials, Reviewing Key Concepts.
This foundational high school English course helps students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. English 1: Building Skills in Reading, Writing, and Expression introduces students to major literary genres—including fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and novels—while building clear and confident writing habits. Through scaffolded lessons, students develop grammar, sentence structure, and paragraph organization skills alongside creative writing, analytical essays, and reflective assignments. Key units explore literary elements, critical reading strategies, vocabulary enrichment, and MLA-based research and citation. The course also develops students’ ability to revise, self-assess, and engage with literature across time periods and cultures. By the end of the course, students will have strengthened their communication, critical thinking, and independent learning abilities—equipped for success in future English studies and beyond.
