As we wrap up the fall term, we're turning our attention from seasonal, sensory-based poetry to expository writing. Everyone will have the chance to choose a topic that piques their interest, find at least one article with which to engage in a dialogue, and then share their work in a well-planned expository essay. So far, topics are ranging from the heated presidential election to the scary clown craze and everything in between!
A useful resource (for this assignment and beyond) is the Online Writing Lab through Purdue University. Students, keep these links handy as you hone your thesis and plan your paragraphs:
Expository writing overview: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/685/02/
Thesis writing: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/588/01/
We will spend much of next week planning and drafting in class. If possible, bring a computer or iPad to use for this purpose Monday through Friday.
And just because we've moved on from poetry (for now), don't stop noticing those small moments of beauty all around you; keep those seed ideas handy for when poetry comes back to campus full force in January and February!
Enjoy your No Homework Weekend, 7th Graders!
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