Essentials in Writing Level 7
Second Edition Available April 1
EIW Level 7 is a homeschool writing curriculum that teaches middle school students proper grammar, how to properly write meaningful sentences, and implement mechanics. Students learn to use the writing process for narrative/descriptive/expository/persuasive writing, how to use effective writing techniques, and much more. The step-by-step approach allows students to focus on small, daily assignments, so they don’t feel overwhelmed. Level 7 includes a textbook & workbook and contains a video component.
Lesson-by-lesson video instruction for students For Essentials in Writing, the Student Workbook/Instruction Manual will be shipped whether Streaming or DVD is selected. For Essentials in Literature, the Student Textbook/Workbook, Teacher Handbook, and Novel will be shipped whether Streaming or DVD is selected.EIW Level 7 is a homeschool writing curriculum that teaches middle school students proper grammar (in the context of composition), how to properly write meaningful sentences, and how to implement mechanics.
CORE FOCUSES
- Review Sentences Types and Sentence Structure (Compound Sentences), Sentence Errors (Fragment and Run On); and Dependent and Independent Clauses.
- Parts of a Personal Letter and Writing a Personal Letter
- Parts of a Paragraph and Writing a Paragraph
- How to Choose an Appropriate Writing Form
- Writing a Business Letter (Includes Format and Composition)
- The Writing Process: Prewrite, Draft, Review, Edit and Publish
- Use the Writing Process to Compose Narrative, Descriptive, Expository; and Persuasive Writing in Formal Paragraphs and Informal Writing
- Essays: Compare and Contrast Essay; Expository Essay
- Effective Writing Skills: Strong Details, Transitions, Beginning/Middle/End Concept, Logical Sequence of Events, Variety of Sentence Structure; and Use of Figurative Language Including Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Hyperbole, and Vivid Language
- Revision: Word Choice (Use of a Thesaurus), Using Strong Details, a Variety of Sentence Structure in Writing, Figurative Language when Appropriate, and Adding Dialogue when Appropriate
- Research Project – A Complete Research Project Including Planning, Gathering Information, Drafting, Revising and Publishing
NOTE: In each previous grade, the curriculum begins with mechanic and grammar review and methodically moves into composition exercises. In seventh grade, Essentials in Writing shifts to a “composition” focus with grammar as supplemental.
SUPPLEMENTED WITH:
- Capitalization Rules: Beginning of Sentence, Names, City/State, Countries, Holidays and Titles
- Punctuation Rules: Period, Question Mark, Exclamation Point, Comma Usage, and Titles
- Grammar: Subject/Predicate (Complete, Simple and Compound Subjects/Predicates), Nouns, Proper Nouns, Action Verbs, Adjectives, Pronouns, Linking Verbs Possessive Nouns, Subject/Verb Agreement, Adverbs, Prepositional Phrases, Appositives, and Proper Adjectives
- Spelling Rules for Plural Nouns
- Mechanics of Dialogue and Purposeful Dialogue
Sample Lesson Video – Level 7
Level 7 – Sample PDFs
Frequently Asked Questions About Level 7 Writing Curriculum
How old are 7th level students?
The general age for students completing Level 7 is 12 or 13 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, sentences, composition, and the skills taught in Level 6 before beginning.
What is taught in Level 7?
Level 7 focuses on additional sentence structures and common sentence errors, friendly letters, business letters, the writing process for narrative/descriptive/expository/persuasive writing, effective writing techniques, multi-paragraph compositions (essays), research papers, figurative language, and other topics. Much of Level 7 centers on refining the writing process and teaching students the steps of writing different content with less focus on explicit grammar lessons.
What is included in the Workbook and Scoring?
The Workbook helps the student follow along with the video lessons and complete lesson activities.
The Workbook 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
The Essentials in Writing Scoring Service is an optional add-on 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 checklists and rubrics for your convenience with sample compositions for comparison purposes.
What if I have multiple students?
Additional 7th 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.
What is included in the course?
The core focus of Level 7 is learning the writing process for both creative and academic writing. Students will hone in on the beginning, middle, and end structure combined with the process of going from idea to final draft with revisions along the way. Students will also learn essay structures for persuasive, compare and contrast, research, formal, business, and personal documents.
These lessons will be supplemented with grammar lessons to reinforce proper use. Some of the grammar lessons cover previous topics, but others will cover new rules the students will need as their writing advances especially when it comes to advanced sentence structures and common sentence errors. Mechanical skills associated with creative writing such as rules for punctuating dialogue are also included.
Does each unit come with worksheets and tests?
The topics covered in each unit will also be covered in the accompanying worksheets.
How much time will students need to complete this course?
The time needed to complete the 7th 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 15-30 minutes on writing.
Does the Workbook include a daily/weekly course planner?
Essentials in Writing Level 7 includes a 34-week suggested, yet optional, course planner geared for middle 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 7 Workbook
This is only a Student Workbook/Instruction Manual 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 CLOSED FOR 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
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 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 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 Canvas by Instructure.
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 your choice of ONLINE streaming or DVD video instruction
- ONLINE STREAMING
12 month access to ONLINE lesson-by-lesson video instruction (If you choose this option, DVDs will not be shipped) - DVD
DVDs are shipped alongside the Textbook/Workbook (If you choose this option, you will not have online video access) - Instruction manual/student workbook will be shipped whether Streaming or DVD is selected.
The Level 7 Literature course is broken down into four units with each unit focusing on a different type of literature. Unit One focuses on short story fiction with fiction unit terms and explanation, seven short stories (application), and one summative assessment.
Unit 1: Fiction (Short Stories)
- Fiction unit terms and explanation
- 7 short stories (application)
- 1 summative assessment
Unit 2: Nonfiction (Short Literary Works)
- Nonfiction unit terms and explanation
- 6 nonfiction works (application)
- 1 summative assessment
Unit 3: Novel
- 1 Novel (literary analysis application)
- 1 summative assessment
- 1 character study project
Unit 4: Figurative Language/Poetry
- Figurative Language/Poetry Unit terms and explanation
- 5 units of up to 10 literary works (application)
- 1 summative assessment
Sample Lesson Video – Level 7
Level 7 – Sample PDFs
Frequently Asked Questions About Level 7 Essentials in Literature
What is included in the course?
The Level 7 Literature course is broken down into four units with each unit focusing on a different type of literature. Unit One focuses on short story fiction with fiction unit terms and explanation, seven short stories (application), and one summative assessment. Unit Two centers on short nonfiction literature and includes nonfiction unit terms and explanation, six nonfiction works (application), and one summative assessment. Unit Three has one novel with a literary analysis application, one summative assessment, and one character study project. Unit Four is all about figurative language/poetry terms and explanation, five units of up to ten literary works (application), and one summative assessment.
How are tests and assignments graded?
Scoring is for Essentials in Writing only, and there is no scoring 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 15-40 minutes on writing.
Does the Workbook include a daily/weekly curriculum planner?
Essentials in Literature Level 7 includes a 34-week suggested, yet optional, lesson planner geared for middle school 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 7.
What is included in the bundle?
The bundle for Level 7 includes both Essentials in Writing and Essentials in Literature. The textbook, workbook, and video content are included in the bundle price.
Difference between the writing workbook and literature workbook?
Essentials in Writing texbook/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 middle school level.
Additional Student Level 7 Workbook
This is only a Student Textbook/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.
Scoring Services are for Essentials in Writing only.
Essentials in Writing comes with your choice of ONLINE streaming or DVD video instruction
- ONLINE STREAMING
12 month access to ONLINE lesson-by-lesson video instruction (If you choose this option, DVDs will not be shipped) - DVD
DVDs are shipped alongside the Textbook/Workbook (If you choose this option, you will not have online video access) - Instruction manual/student workbook will be shipped whether Streaming or DVD is selected.
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