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Comprehensive Guide to Freshman English: Reading, Writing, and Study Skills

This guide outlines the key units of study for Freshmen English, focusing on literature such as "Of Mice and Men" and "To Kill a Mockingbird." It covers essential essays, including narrative, definition, and synthesis essays, emphasizing literary analysis and research skills, including MLA formatting and avoiding plagiarism. Additionally, it offers strategies for success, such as weekly grade checks, fostering discussion, managing reading assignments, and developing effective study habits. This resource is designed to support students in enhancing their reading and writing abilities throughout the school year.

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Comprehensive Guide to Freshman English: Reading, Writing, and Study Skills

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  1. Freshmen English Doug Calvert calvertd@bsd405.org

  2. Units of Study Of Mice and Men Narrative Essay: dialogue, description. Mini Research MLA, Works Cited, Plagiarism

  3. Units of Study To Kill a Mockingbird Definition Essay: Courage, Prejudice, Justice Night Synthesis essay: Human Rights, Responsibility

  4. Units of Study Greek Mythology: Portfolio Project: Allusions in Life Advertising, Comic, Editorial Poetry: Literary Analysis Essay: Style, Literary Devices

  5. Units of Study Romeo and Juliet Metaphoric Language, Vocabulary, Tragedy Performance Project Hand out Summer Reading.House on Mango Street.

  6. How to help • Check grades weekly • Ask questions about the reading and class. • Insist on complete sentences in conversation. • Monitor reading….usually 20 pages a night. • Inspect Planner • Inspect Notebook • Help Edit without being “the bad guy.” • Homework vs. Studying • Habits

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