To be a writer, one must also be a reader, and students will be asked develop papers around the novels we read this year. The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury 2. The Time Machine by H.G. Wells 3. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain 4. As mentioned, students will be writing all year long, at their own pace, on the topics of their choice.
Students come to class prepared.
Preparation includes having all homework done on time, as well as arriving to class motivated and prepared to write. Students actively engage in all steps of the writing process and work diligently to improve their work. Most improvement will come in revision. It is while revising their papers that students must be especially patient and attentive. When lessons are given, students are to take detailed notes.