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Join us for an exciting overview of the seventh-grade English curriculum! Engage with key components including writing genres, literature analysis, grammar concepts, and innovative vocabulary lessons. We will discuss the format of daily journals, research projects, and various writing styles such as expository, persuasive, and narrative. Essential supplies for success in the classroom will be outlined, and parental support is encouraged to foster student growth. Meet our dedicated teachers and learn about the commitment to excellence in this medium to high-difficulty program.
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Seventh-Grade English Welcome To Curriculum Night!
Contact Information Kimberly Pierick Christina Cronin 472-8359 472-8357 kspieric@mpsaz.orgcmcronin@mpsaz.org Thelma Franco 472-8344 tlfranco@mpsaz.org
Writing Genres • Sentence Structure • Paragraph • Communication • Journal (Daily) • Literature Analysis • Research • Essay • Expository • Persuasive • Compare/Contrast • Cause and Effect • Narrative • Other
* Six Traits * • Ideas/Content • Organization • Word Choice • Sentence Fluency • Voice • Conventions
Grammar • Parts of Speech • Punctuation • Capitalization • Sentence Diagramming
Literature • Short Story • Fiction/Non-Fiction • Poetry • Novel • Drama • Mythology
Vocabulary • Bi-weekly Lesson and Quiz • Focus • Spelling • Context Clues • Definition • Part of Speech • Etymology • Synonym/Antonym • Application
Some Project Examples • Research • Antiques • Candy Creations • Six Trait Hero/Nemesis • Novel • Movie Poster • Game Show • Book Jacket • Music C.D. • Trading Cards • Other
Supplies • Notebook: Spiral (Journal) • Folder (two pocket) • Loose-Leaf Paper • Pencils • Pens (Blue or Black, Colored) • Colored Pencils • Planner-Provided
EN15 Foundation for future courses Fast-paced Extension of standards More creative writing Project-based Parental support is essential Exemplary behavior is expected Difficulty level is medium to high Highly motivated students Semester commitment How does ELP differ from General English?