Introduction to the six traits system of evaluating writing
A narrated slide show about the six traits of writing
English 9 Q1 Odyssey comparison essay
Introduction to the unit 1 assignment on writing a comparison/contrast essay about _The Odyssey_ and _O Brother Where Art Thou_ (or the alternate sele...
English 9 Q1 Novel response
Introduction to the unit 2 assignment on reading and responding to a novel chosen from the list.
English 9 writing techniques: FIgurative language
Introduction to the writing technique, figurative language (simile, metaphor, personification)