Writing for English Class

How to Analyze a Novel (general overview)

Summary versus Analysis (includes video tutorial)

Literary Analysis Guide

How to Write A Literary Analysis Essay (PDF 10 pages)

Writing about Literature (UofT 1 page)

What is Synthesis? (video tutorial)

Elements of Plot and Types of Plot Structure (18 slide PDF)

How Narrative Structure Works in Fiction

Understanding Narrative Structure

Guide to Literary Themes

Literary Devices and Terms: Themes

Understanding Theme

22 Essential Literary Devices and How to Use Them

Literary Devices with Examples and Tips

Literary Devices

Note-taking Template

Graphic Organizers

How to Write and Essay Outline

Outlining (Harvard University)

How to Write a Thesis Statement (PDF 13 slides, Humber College)

Thesis Statements Practice (George Brown College)

Thesis Statement Worksheet (Ontario Tech University)

Integrating Quotes: Citing Sources Effectively

Supporting the Thesis and Punctuating Quotes

Integrating Quotes

Annotated Bibliographies (Owl Purdue)

Annotated Bibliography Format and Examples (EasyBib)

How to do a Close Reading

Study and Reading Skills

10 Strategies to Improve Reading Comprehension

How to Analyze Poetry: 10 Steps

Poetry Analysis Sheet (PDF printable)

The Transition from High School to University Writing (UofT)