Introducing the Literary Analysis Essay: Complete Step-By-Step Guide
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Grade Levels
7th - 12th, Homeschool
Subjects
Resource Type
Standards
CCSSCCRA.W.2
CCSSCCRA.W.4
CCSSCCRA.W.5
CCSSCCRA.W.9
CCSSCCRA.W.10
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- Easel Activity
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Pages
55 pages
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This really helps break down the literary analysis piece by piece to make it less overwhelming for students. I was observed using one of these lessons . I will let you know how it went!
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Description
Guide your upper middle and high school students step-by-step through writing the Literary Analysis Essay with these easy-to-use resources. Students will learn all the basics of strong thesis statements, clear topic sentences, specific evidence, and thorough elaboration.
- Graphic organizers include writing tips to help your students succeed.
- Revision strategies help students take ownership of their own writing.
- Color-coded samples help you model the expectations of formal, academic writing.
This "Writer's Toolbox" includes the following:
✅ Teaching Resources
- Teaching Tips & Strategies
- Tips for Time-Saving Feedback
- What is a Literary Essay?
- The Basics of a Literary Essay: Purpose, Audience, Patterns of Organization
- How to Attack a Prompt
- How to Write a Strong Thesis Statement
- What is a Topic Sentence?
- How to Write a Topic Sentence
- Color-Coded Sample Body Paragraph
- How to Give Evidence
- Introducing Quotes
- How to Elaborate
- How to Write an Introduction and Conclusion
- Color-Coded Sample Introduction & Conclusion
- Writing Tips and Reminders
- How to Write a Plot Summary
✅ Section 2: Graphic Organizers
- Literary Analysis Warm-Up (Use this to practice literary analysis without writing an essay.)
- Thesis Statement Think Sheet
- Write a Topic Sentence & Sample
- Evidence Organizer
- Literary Essay Graphic Organizer
- Review Your Outline
- Compare/Contrast Essay (The Outsiders)
- Elaboration Practice
- Write the Body Paragraphs
- Write the Introduction
- Write the Conclusion
✅ Section 3: MLA Format & Avoiding Plagiarism
- What is Plagiarism?
- Quick Reference Guide to MLA Format
- How to Cite Sources
✅ Section 4: Tools for Students
- Transition Words
- Academic Word Bank
- Writing Problem-Solving Strategies
- Literary Essay Checklist/Revision Strategies
- Revision Analysis Checklist
- Literary Essay Rubric
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Best wishes always,
Linda Ricci
MA Education
MA Journalism
BA English
Certified to teach English, grades 7-12
Twelve years of experience teaching the literary essay to eighth grade students in a differentiated classroom
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Standards
to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
CCSSCCRA.W.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
CCSSCCRA.W.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
CCSSCCRA.W.5
Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.
CCSSCCRA.W.9
Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
CCSSCCRA.W.10
Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
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