Units of Study in Writing Grade 7 (2nd Edition)

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• In Unit 1, Writing Realistic Fiction: Symbolism, Syntax, and Truth, students write engaging short fiction, creating action-filled plots and believable characters and crafting nuanced, memorable scenes.

• In Unit 2, Writing About Reading: From Reader's Notebooks to Companion Books, seventh graders intensify their engagement with reading by writing innovative, reflective companion books that explain, develop, and extend ideas about books they love.

• In Unit 3, The Art of Argument: Research-Based Essays, seventh graders learn to write essays that build convincing, nuanced arguments, balancing evidence and analysis to persuade readers to shift their beliefs or take action.