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Literature & Composition 2
Michelle Myers (bio)
IEW U.S. History Writing & Grammar
Michelle Myers (bio)
NOTE: This course is not a prerequisite to Lit & Comp 2 The scope of this intensive language arts course covers literary analysis, grammar, beginner sentence diagramming, and formal writing practice. Students will experience a familiar and supportive group setting as we learn how to read deeply, think critically, and write confidently using living books! Each week, we will discuss our current novel in a Socratic-style novel discussion while studying the author's writing style. Students will further interact with the grammar by practicing introductory sentence diagramming. Finally, students will gain formal writing skills, including keyword outlines and stylistic techniques. By the end of the course, students will have composed a varied writing portfolio consisting of an original narrative story, a research report, a formal five-paragraph essay, and a formal literary critique. This class utilizes Google Classroom for all assignments, class notes, and other resources, including lesson videos for all class meetings. Students will receive tutor editing, written feedback, and final draft grading on all written assignments. Texts: • Selected readings from Mythology by Edith Hamilton • Animal Farm, George Orwell • A Midsummer Night’s Dream, William Shakespeare • The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkein • 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Jules Verne • The Pilgrim’s Progress, John Bunyan • The Hiding Place – Corrie ten Boom Questions? Please contact LU so we can connect you to Mrs. Myers for further information. Duration: Full school year (31 weeks) Credit: 1 credit of English (Honors Option available) Available: 8th - 12th Prerequisites: No formal writing experience is necessary. Annual Tuition: See our current block schedule on our Registration page for annual rates
Prerequisites: Does not require Lit & Comp 1 Literature & Composition 2 is a comprehensive English language arts course designed to equip students with advanced grammar, formal writing, and literary analysis skills necessary for future college-level studies. This course will explore influential writing from the Renaissance to modern literature, offering students the chance to make connections between literary movements and various well-known authors. Novel selections will be supplemented with in-class analysis of poetry, short stories, and essays from the same eras. The course begins with a thorough review of traditional grammar, including parts of speech, noun usage, and basic sentence patterns. As the course progresses, we will further delve into more advanced grammar topics such as verb conjugations, phrases, and clauses. Students will practice editing skills through peer review while learning to give and receive constructive feedback. Writing instruction in the first semester will focus on drafting various types of paragraphs and short essays from SAT style prompts, including argumentation, persuasion, comparison, and analysis. During the second semester, students will progress to full-length formal essays and complete the course with a research paper on a general topic. Students are encouraged to utilize outside sources throughout the course and must practice the correct use of notes and a bibliography for all writing assignments. Texts: • Macbeth by William Shakespeare • Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen • A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens • Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain • The Red Badge of Courage by Stephan Crane • The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis • The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien • Student’s choice from an approved list of classic to contemporary literature. NOTE FROM TUTOR: A PDF version of all the listed books above will be provided in Google Classroom. Prerequisites: Students should successfully complete Literature and Composition or have previous formal writing experience prior to enrolling in this course. New students should submit a writing sample for tutor approval. Please contact LU so we can connect you to Mrs. Myers for further information. Duration: Full school year (31 weeks) Course Credit: 1 credit of English (with Honors option available) Available: 10-12th Annual Tuition: See our current block schedule on our Registration page for annual rates
Prerequisites: No prior IEW writing experience is necessary. IEW U.S. History Writing & Grammar is a rigorous language arts course that weaves together American history, structured writing instruction, and advanced grammar study into a single, cohesive learning experience. Rather than treating these as separate subjects, this course uses the story of early America — from the Age of Exploration through the Civil War — as the backdrop for developing confident, capable writers. Using the proven IEW method, students build writing skills step by step, learning to construct keyword outlines, craft formal essays, and apply stylistic techniques that strengthen clarity and voice. Grammar study runs alongside writing instruction through Fix It! Grammar, emphasizing mastery through sentence analysis and hands-on editing rather than rote memorization. Historical fiction read in a Socratic discussion format brings the history to life and sharpens students' ability to think critically and communicate their ideas. What sets this course apart is its emphasis on growth over grading. Students receive meaningful feedback on rough drafts before submitting final work, creating a process-driven environment where effort and revision are genuinely valued. By year's end, students will have produced a portfolio of formal essays, research reports, literary analysis, and creative writing that reflects real, measurable progress. Texts: • IEW U.S. History-Based Writing Lessons (Student Book) • IEW Fix It! Grammar: Robin Hood, Level 3 Novels: • The Witch of Blackbird Pond — Elizabeth George Speare • Johnny Tremain — Esther Hoskins Forbes • The Sign of the Beaver — Elizabeth George Speare • Rifles for Watie — Harold Keith Duration: Full school year (31 weeks) Credit: 1 English credit (honors option available) Available: Grades 8th-12th Questions? Please contact LU so we can connect you to Mrs. Myers for further information. Annual Tuition: See our current block schedule on our Registration page for annual rates
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