Writing About Literature: Step by Step

About this book

Most students have strong doubts about their ability to write Student Version - To request a copy for course adoption consideration visit www.kendallhunt.com/mckeague Writing about Literature: Step by Step takes the mystery out of the writing process. By following the textbooks guidelines and structural patterns students learn the basics of good writing: focus structure organization and development based on the literary analysis pattern. Writing about Literature: Step by Step can be used with any literature anthology in any composition literature or humanities class that deals with literature and composition. Each chapter is a self-contained unit so you can introduce the literary elements in the order that best meets your approach to teaching. To introduce students to the elements of fiction poetry and drama - character setting theme point of view symbolism imagery structure and tone each chapter contains the following learning activities: - a thorough easy-to-understand discussion of a literary concept - step-by-step instructions on how to choose a topic and organize an essay - a diagram of the structure of a typical essay including instructions on how to produce an effective introduction a well developed body and a logical conclusion - at least three student-written model essays that illustrate the suggested structure - a plan sheet and an evaluation form to guide the writer through the drafting process - a group exercise to actively involve students in the learning process