Unit Overview/Summary - FOCUS:

Through the exploration and analysis of different genres of literature, this unit focuses on developing a deep understanding of craft, structure, and the interplay of elements that drive a story. This unit is designed to support students as they examine examples of literary elements used in texts that will ultimately serve as a model for the expression of thoughts, feelings, and ideas and their development as authors of poetry and prose. 

Unit Duration:

24 days (20 days instruction; 4 days reteaching/enrichment) based on 130 minutes to 180 minutes per day.