High School English I

Teacher:  Lori Einfalt

Grades: 9 - 12

Meets:  Monday  11:00 - 12:00

Class Description: Counting as a high school English credit, this class provides an integrated learning system using Total Language Plus curriculum that focuses on thinking and communication skills using literature as a base.  Reading several books per year, students will focus on:  spelling, vocabulary, reading comprehension, advanced grammar, punctuation, writing, analytical and critical thinking.  The particular titles were chosen to be fun and interesting, as well as challenge students to think well.  Upon the completion of each book, a writing assignment will be given incorporating some of the basic Institute for Excellence in Writing skills. Titles to be read are: 

•  A Wrinkle in Time  by Madeleine L’Engle
•  The Trumpeter of Krakow  by Eric P. Kelley
•  The Hiding Place  by Corrie Ten Boom
•  The Scarlet Pimpernel  by Baroness Orczy

Prerequisites: None

Maximum number of students: 12

Homework: 2-3 hours per week (Meeting only one hour per week, the success of this class rests upon the student’s diligence to complete all assigned homework.)

Cost:  $45 per month, $50 one time fee for student workbooks (teacher will purchase) and handouts

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