Writing Wizardry
Core Enrichment Unit
Unit Description
People have a strong need to tell stories, which are passed down through the generations and provide a record of our history and culture.
This unit explores the various forms and structures in writing — creative, personal, descriptive, informative, poetic — and studies the skills and techniques of established writers. The opportunity to create short written responses and more extended responses abound in this unit.
Assessment
- Writing folio: narrative.
- Multi-genre writing.
- Descriptive writing task.
