This course includes study of the types of exposition, and instruction in organizing library research in order to compose a formal research paper. Students must achieve a 2.0 to satisfactorily complete this course. Emphasis is placed on writing about literature and critical analysis. A survey is designed to help the students read with understanding and pleasure as they study devices and techniques. A survey of the novel and drama as literary genres with attention given to the emergence and development of major themes.
Emphasis is placed upon the art and thought of the writers.
The writings will explore various techniques and will emphasize individual expression. Traditional literature, authors, modern works and the Caldecott, Newberry and other award-winning books studied in the light of the child's personal and spiritual needs. Offered alternate years. A study of major American authors and literary movements of the nineteenth century. The form and content of the literature as well as its historical background and influence are studied.