American Literature and Composition Grade(s): 11 (typical grade level)
This course is designed to nurture a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics of American Literature, from the Native American to the Post-Modernist eras. It emphasizes critical thinking skills and literary analysis in order to prepare students to express
themselves with clarity and specificity, using details and examples to support their views, whether orally or in writing. Writing, research, and grammar are integrated, and students are expected to engage in academic discussions about the texts, connecting ideas and understandings across disciplines. Upon completion of the course, students will take a state mandated End-of-Course test (now Milestones) and will be prepared to move on to senior level work.
This course requires an End of Course Test (EOC)
American Literature and Comp. Honors Grade(s): 10/11(typical grade level)
This course is designed to benefit, build upon, and enhance the written and oral communication skills of students who transition to and complete 10th grade (Honors) World Literature/Composition after having taken and successfully completed 9th Literature/Composition at TCHS. At the completion of this course, students will be prepared to take and successfully satisfy the requirements of the End of Course Test (EOC) for American Literature and Composition. As an honors course the course will provide opportunities to go beyond the minimum standards and move at a pace appropriate for the students enrolled.
This course requires an End of Course Test (EOC)
9780358416371 Into Literature Student Edition Hardcover Grade 11
GSE Success American Literature and Composition EOC Milestones Edition ISBN: 978-1-64117-432-9
Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots: A Study of Word Families – Student Edition (ISBN 978-1-58049-202-7)
Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots: A Study of Word Families – Student Edition (ISBN 978-1-58049-206-5)
Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots: A Study of Word Families – Student Edition (ISBN 978-1-58049-207-2)
Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots: A Study of Word Families – Student Edition (ISBN 978-1-58049-205-8)
Literature Novels:
The Great Gatsby
The Crucible
Animal Farm
The House on Mango Street
Progress Learning-American Literature