1:1 Private
Format
Ages 11-14
Recommended
45-Minute
Live Sessions
Up to 16
Graded Assignments
Course syllabus
Our ELA coursework focuses on Annotated Reading, Applied Grammar, Building Paragraphs, and culminates with a Final Project.
- Read and analyze the central ideas and key themes of classic short stories, like “The Gift of the Magi,” “The Necklace,” and “The Sniper.” Acquire new vocabulary using context clues and apply your knowledge of new note-taking techniques.
- Break down the essential components of sentence structure, including how to combine words and phrases. Develop an understanding of different types of clauses and conjunctions.
- Map out cohesive paragraph structures and develop smooth transitions between narrative sections. Discover expository paragraphs and learn how to collect credible evidence.
- Write a short story of your own; start with surveying the concept of flash fiction, investigating how to build effective characters, and building plot diagrams. Deepen your narrative technique with the principle of “show, don’t tell,” and revise your story with an editing exercise
Lesson Video Excerpts
What Are Our Lessons Like?
We offer on-demand videos to supplement your 1:1 sessions! You may need to refer to them for homework or to refresh your notes. Here are a couple of video clips from the curriculum for you to check out!
Testimonials
