Essentials in Literature
Level 11
Essentials in Literature is a high-school literature curriculum focused 100% on teaching students how to analyze fiction, non-fiction, drama, poetry and figurative language. This homeschool literature curriculum features a slow, systematic approach for eleventh grade students, aged 16 to 17, to learn literary analysis effectively. The step-by-step approach repeated each time a literary work is analyzed effectively teaches students how to approach literature. A complete English/Language Arts course includes both Essentials in Writing and Essentials in Literature for eleventh grade.
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Includes access to ONLINE Student Book and Resource Book (if applicable)
Includes lesson-by-lesson online video instruction for students
Includes 12-month online video lesson access with FREE renewals
Includes 100% free customers service and teacher support
PLEASE NOTE: DIGITAL only versions of Essentials in Literature will NOT include a copy of the novel. Physical copies of the Student Book and Resource Book will only be shipped if selected below.
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Our online writing curriculum is designed for high school students preparing for college and uses a very easy and straightforward approach to writing.
CORE FOCUSES
- SENTENCE STRUCTURE – Dependent and Independent Clause; Simple, Compound, Complex, and Compound-Complex Sentences; Address Sentence Errors (Fragment, Run On, and Comma Splice), and Appositives
- FORMAL PARAGRAPH – Structure: Expository, Persuasive, Compare/Contrast, Descriptive, Cause/Effect, and Narrative Paragraphs
- THE WRITING PROCESS – In Depth Study of Each Part of the Writing Process; Practice the Writing Process with Each Multi-Paragraph Composition
- ESSAYS (Formal and Informal) – Detailed Instruction and Step by Step Process for Expository, Persuasive, Process Analysis, Cause and Effect, Compare/Contrast, and Response to Literature Essay
- RESEARCH PAPER (Project) – Detailed Instruction and Step by Step Process to Conduct and Write a Research Paper CAREER STUDY (EXPOSITORY)
Sample Lesson Video – Level 11
Level 11 – Sample PDFs
Frequently Asked Questions About Level 11 Writing Curriculum
How old are 11th level students?
The general age for students completing Level 11 is 16 or 17 years old. The age can vary depending on if a child has started school early, on time, or is repeating a grade. The age of the student does not delegate if a child can complete this writing course. Instead, we recommend that students have a basic understanding of spelling, grammar, sentence, composition, and the skills taught in Level 10 before beginning.
What is taught in Level 11?
At Level 11, students are almost ready for college and are well on their way to being skilled writers. Sentence structure is the most technical aspect of Level 11, but any remaining common sentence errors need to be ironed out. Learning about the writing process continues with an in-depth look at each part, so the student can continue to develop. Each formal paragraph and essay will have detailed instructions and includes expository, persuasive, process analysis, cause and effect, and compare and contrast, and response to literature. An expository research paper on a potential career path will finish out the year.
What is included in the Textbook and Scoring?
The Textbook helps the student follow along with the video lessons and complete lesson activities.
The Textbook includes:
* Lesson content that accompanies the video lesson
* Lesson activities that accompany the video lesson
* Writing graphic organizers that accompany the video lesson
* How to use the program
* Sample lesson planning
* Sample answers for each lesson (written as samples in the textbook)
The Essentials in Writing Scoring Service is an optional add-on service that takes the scoring burden off your mind! Our Scoring Team includes a variety of qualified individuals including long-time educators, librarians, and professionals with Bachelor’s degrees in English, and they are ready to take the burden of grading compositions away from you.
Parents of students completing Levels 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12 of Essentials in Writing are eligible to purchase this service. Offered from August 1 to May 15 of each school year, one composition for each EIW assignment may be submitted for scoring. If purchased after the August 1 start date, services still expire on May 15 of the following year.
The scoring system includes:
* Online access through Canvas by Instructure where the Scoring Services are conducted
* One final composition from each lesson of Essentials in Writing to submit for scoring
* Feedback in the form of a rubric with a score as well as a one-paragraph write-up from their scorer complementing strengths and sharing areas to improve, plus, detailed comments and suggestions within the composition
Can I grade my student papers myself?
Yes. Essentials in Writing provides both scoring checklist and rubrics for your convenience as well as effective and ineffective composition samples for each composition.
What if I have multiple students?
Additional 11th level writing workbooks can be purchased to provide a workbook for another child/student. The workbook does not have additional information and is just another core workbook for another student so that each student has their own workbook to use.
Does each course come with worksheets and tests?
The textbook provides students and parents/teachers with effective and ineffective composition samples. There are no worksheets or tests.
How much time will students need to complete this course?
The time needed to complete the 11th level writing curriculum is a typical academic year (34 weeks). If students follow the 34-week plan included, they will complete individual lessons and activities during the week; however, because the lessons are broken up into small, daily mini-lessons, students can double up on some lessons and activities and complete the entire course sooner. Each day, students will spend 15-40 minutes on writing.
Does the workbook include a daily/weekly program planner?
Essentials in Writing Level 11 includes a 34-week suggested, yet optional, course planner geared for high school level learning.
Is online help available for additional workbook questions?
Essentials in Writing offers 100% free curriculum support through texting, Facebook Messenger, online chat, email, and phone calls.
How can I assess their proficiency?
By purchasing the scoring service add-on, parents/teachers will receive the necessary feedback from scorers to determine proficiency in writing.
Additional Student Level 11 Workbook
This is an instructional manual/student workbook for an ADDITIONAL student using the same level of video instruction. Please note that this workbook is not functional without the related video instruction.
About The Scoring Service
Let Essentials in Writing take the scoring burden off your mind! Our Scoring Team includes a variety of qualified individuals, including long-time educators, librarians, and professionals with Bachelor’s degrees in English, and they are ready to take the burden of grading compositions away from you.
Parents of students completing levels 6*, 7*, 8*, 9, 10, 11, or 12 of Essentials in Writing are eligible to purchase this service. (*Second Editions only.). Offered from August 1 to May 15 of each school year, one composition for each EIW assignment may be submitted for scoring. If purchased after August 1 start date, services still expire on May 15 the following year.
How Do The Scoring Services Work?
- Available from August 1 to May 15 (one school year).
- One final composition from each composition lesson of Essentials in Writing may be presented for scoring.
- Students receive a rubric with a score as well as a one-paragraph write-up from their scorer complimenting strengths and sharing areas to improve, plus, detailed comments and suggestions within the composition.
- Scoring Services will be conducted online through Gradient.
PLEASE NOTE: Scoring services are for Essentials in Writing only and are not eligible for unconditional money back guarantee.
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Essentials in Writing comes with Online Streaming Video Instruction
- ONLINE STREAMING
12 month access to ONLINE lesson-by-lesson video instruction (Free renewals upon request) - DVD
DVD video lessons can be added for $25.00 plus shipping (This includes access to online streaming as well)
Essentials in Literature is a high-school literature curriculum focused 100% on teaching students how to analyze fiction, nonfiction, drama, poetry, and figurative language.
UNIT 1: FICTION (Short Stories)
- Fiction unit terms and explanation
- 8 short stories (application)
- Nonfiction Connection
- 1 summative assessment
UNIT 2: DRAMA (Three-Act Play)
- Drama unit terms and explanation
- 1 three-act play (application)
- 1 summative assessment
- 1 major production activity
UNIT 3: NOVEL (The Great Gatsby)
- 1 novel (literary analysis application)
- 1 summative assessment
- 1 major writing activity or visual presentation
UNIT 4: FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE/POETRY
- Figurative Language/Poetry Unit terms and explanation
- 5 sections of up to 9 poems (application)
- 1 summative assessment
Sample Lesson Video – Level 11
Level 11 – Sample PDFs
Frequently Asked Questions About Level 11 Essentials in Literature
What is included in the course?
Essentials in Literature Level 11 breaks down into four units with each unit focusing on a different aspect of literature.
* Unit One uses short story fiction to explain fiction terms and includes eight short stories (application), a connection to nonfiction, and one summative assessment.
* Unit Two uses a three-act play to define terms and includes one three-act play (application), one summative assessment, and one major production activity.
* Unit Three centers around one novel (literary analysis application), namely The Great Gatsby, with one summative assessment and one major writing project or visual presentation.
* Unit Four is the Figurative Language/Poetry Unit with a full explanation of terms, five sections of up to nine literary works (application), and one summative assessment.
How are tests and assignments graded for Essentials in Literature?
The literature curriculum provides parents with scoring guides found in the answer key that include sample answers for each activity.
How much time will students need to complete Essentials in Literature?
The Essentials in Literature material follows the same 34-week timeline as Essentials in Writing, but students can work faster than the intended timeline to finish the course sooner. Each day, students will spend 20-50 minutes on literature.
Does the Workbook include a daily/weekly curriculum planner?
Essentials in Literature Level 11 includes a 34-week suggested, yet optional, lesson planner geared for secondary level learning.
Will I need to purchase additional reading material for this curriculum?
Shorter works for Units One, Two, and Four can be found online. Instructions are given in the Parent/Teacher Handbook. The chosen novel for Unit Three is included with the purchase of Essentials in Literature Level 11.
What is included in the bundle?
The bundle for Level 11 includes both Essentials in Writing and Essentials in Literature. The textbook, workbook, and video content are included in the bundle price.
What is the difference between the writing workbook and literature workbook?
Essentials in Writing textbook/workbook is the writing component whereas Essentials in Literature textbook/workbook is the literary analysis component in order to earn an English credit at the high school level.
The Difference Between Digital and Print Textbook/Workbook
The online version of the curriculum includes all of the required materials for completing a level of Essentials in Writing or Essentials in Literature, but in a digital format. With the online version, all of your materials are in one spot within the member’s dashboard for you to view and print!
The required online materials include:
- Student Workbook/Textbook
- Lesson Videos
- Teacher Handbook (EIW Levels 1-10 and EIL 7-9)
For EIW Levels 1-10, you can get a digital Assessment/Resource Booklet as well!
How does this compare to the print version? The print version of the curriculum includes all the online access to the digital materials AND the printed, physical, tangible version of the textbooks. The printed books are great for students who prefer to complete their assignments directly within an organized, bound book.
It simply comes down to personal preference. Now, families have the added convenience of being able to access their materials in different formats.
Additional Student Level Textbook/Workbook
This is only a Student Workbook for an ADDITIONAL student using the same level of video instruction. Please note that the Workbook is not functional without the related video instruction.
Scoring Services are for Essentials in Writing only.
Essentials in Writing comes with Online Streaming Video Instruction
- ONLINE STREAMING
12 month access to ONLINE lesson-by-lesson video instruction (Free renewals upon request) - DVD
DVD video lessons can be added for $25.00 plus shipping (This includes access to online streaming as well)
Not sure which level is right for your student? Use the level wizard.
Not sure which level is right for your student? Use the level wizard.
