Master Essay Writing
The Writer’s Blueprint to Understanding Prewriting Techniques and Essay Structure, Vol. 1, unlocks the FOUNDATION and ART of essay writing through engaging, hands-on practice. Designed for twelve-seventeen year olds this comprehensive guide takes them on a creative, thought-provoking journey through 8+ prewriting techniques, from the dynamic art of brainstorming to the precise craftsmanship of the final draft.
WRITING IS AN ART. Writing is more than facts and figures, five paragraphs, and a list of rules. Strong writing is fueled by vision, a clear point of view, and the practice of essential soft skills. The Finish the Drawing exercise at the start of each chapter challenges students to stretch their creativity and express themselves through writing.
“Drawing calls for imagination, patience, and thoughtful intention, just as writing does in its planning and building phases. Through this lens, students begin to see the writing process not as a task, but as a work of art.”
Learners explore a variety of ideas, from family vacation ideas to inventions to solutions to a world problem, through prepared brainstorming sessions.
Learners are tasked to reflect on the question, “Why write?” as a way to personally connect to writing beyond school and assignment requirements.
Learners are encouraged to take an original idea of their own, step by step, through each writing technique garnering immediate valuable hands-on experience.
Learners practice analyzing and synthesizing essay hooks, thesis statements, short form nonfiction, and fiction works.
Learners practice gathering and examining sources.
21st Century Skills and relatable topics including Entrepreneurship, Social Studies, Stock Market, and more prepare students to think critically and creatively about real world subjects.
Use as a complement to a 6th-9th grade English writing course.