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Engaging with Literature: Projects and Skills in ELA Reading and Writing

This curriculum outlines two independent reading projects focusing on the cultural landscape of the 1960s, alongside the exploration of iconic literature such as Edgar Allan Poe's works, and classic novels like "The Outsiders" and "The Adventures of Ulysses." Students will develop essential ELA skills, including plot structure, literary analysis, textual evidence citation, and argumentative writing. The course also emphasizes comprehension strategies and a structured grading system to foster effective learning and critical thinking.

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Engaging with Literature: Projects and Skills in ELA Reading and Writing

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  1. Literature and Projects Projects • Two independent reading projects • 60’s Culture Project • Radio Plays Literature • Short stories (Prentice Hall Literature) • Edgar Alan Poe (The Tell-Tale Heart; The Raven; The Black Cat…) • The Adventures of Ulysses by Bernard Evslin • The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton

  2. Skills we will be focusing on this year in ELA Reading Literature • Plot structure • Literary elements • Textual evidence • Text marking and note-taking • Comprehension strategies Narrative Writing & Literary Analysis • Analyzing the writing task • Including precise language and academic vocabulary • Evaluating an authors’ arguments and specific claims • Comparing and contrasting common themes and topics • Developing a topic with relevant textual evidence • Organizing ideas using transitions and proper format • Developing plot with relevant textual references • Organizing ideas using a plot diagram Informational/Expository Reading & Writing • Citing Textual Evidence • Identifying elements of informational text • Evaluating validity of sources and data • Marking the text and note-taking • Comprehension strategies Argumentative Writing • Analyzing the writing task • Evaluating an authors’ arguments and specific claims • Including precise language and academic vocabulary • Developing the topic with relevant textual evidence • Organizing ideas using transitions and proper format

  3. Grading System • 40% Summative (Tests/Projects/Formal Writing Pieces) • 20% Formative (quizzes, Exit slips, etc) • 20% Individual Practice (Class work/Homework) • 20% Habits of the Mind (cooperation, effort, preparation, etc.) Contact Information: dstoller@monroe.k12.nj.us NEVER Call me and leave a message 

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