Course Description
Grammar Through Literature B helps students learn how to use the English language in a more effective way. Grammar rules from Grammar Through Literature A arereviewed to continue building a good foundation for writing effective paragraphs and essays. The course uses a variety of literature (fiction and nonfiction, short stories, articles, biographies, etc.) to review the grammar topics, increase comprehension, and to offer opportunities for practical application of the principles. Each Unit includes a Glossary and Appendix that provides grammar information for English learners and is offered as a tool to build English proficiency. Major topics of the course include writing complete sentences and paragraphs, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, correct use of modifiers, preparing and delivering a speech, writing a résumé, and completing a job application. Students will engage in activities utilizing The Writing Process including composing a basic five paragraph essay, completing a research project, composing persuasive, analytical, and reflective essays and responses to literature, and writing business letters and thank-you notes.
Credits: 5
Course Content
IMPORTANT NOTE: Each Unit of Grammar Through Literature B is structured according to both the English Language Arts Curriculum Standards as well as the English Language Development Standards. The Curriculum standards and objectives specific to each Unit are outlined below, and to review the English Language Development Standards which provide the foundation for every Unit of this course, please visit http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/index.asp.
Unit 6 – Grammar and Writing Basics, Part Six
This Unit is based on the English Language Development Standards, but also addresses the following Curriculum Standards for Grades 9-12:
- Word Analysis, fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development 1.1:
Identify and use the literal and figurative meanings of words and
understand word derivations.
- Reading Comprehension 2.4: Make warranted and reasonable assertions
about the author’s arguments by using elements of the text to defend and
clarify interpretations.
- Writing Strategies 1.1: Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and distinctive perspective on the subject and maintain a consistent tone and focus throughout the piece of writing.
- Writing Strategies 1.3: Use clear research questions and suitable research methods to elicit and present evidence from primary and secondary sources.
- Writing Strategies 1.4: Develop the main ideas within the body of the composition through supporting evidence.
- Writing Strategies 1.5: Synthesize information from multiple sources and identify complexities and discrepancies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium.
- Writing Strategies 1.6: Integrate quotations and citations into a written text while maintaining the flow of ideas.
- Writing Strategies 1.7: Use appropriate conventions for documentation in the text, notes, and bibliographies by adhering to those in style manuals.
- Writing Applications 2.3: Write expository compositions, including research reports.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.1: Identify and correctly use phrases and mechanics of punctuation.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.2: Understand sentence construction and proper English usage.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.3: Demonstrate an
understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar,
paragraph and sentence structure, diction, and syntax.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.4: Produce legible work
that show accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of
punctuation and capitalization.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.5: Reflect appropriate
manuscript requirements, including title page presentation, pagination,
spacing and margins, and integration of source and support material
Unit Objectives
The focus of Unit Six is on writing and research: writing complete sentences and paragraphs, composing a basic five paragraph essay, completing a simple research project, writing a résumé, and completing a job application. Students will also:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the grammar and writing topics
- Demonstrate an ability to apply capitalization, spelling, and
punctuation rules.
- Complete the independent reading requirement, as determined by reading logs and conferences with the PASS contact teacher.
- Master high frequency words with 100% recognition within the appropriate time limit.
- Complete each communication task.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of fluency and building reading speed, as shown through increasing Words per Minute towards a goal of at least 250 WPM.
Unit 7 – Grammar and Writing Basics, Part Seven
This Unit is based on the English Language Development Standards, but also addresses the following Curriculum Standards for Grades 9-12:
- Word Analysis, fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development 1.1: Identify and use the literal and figurative meanings of words and understand word derivations.
- Reading Comprehension 2.4: Make warranted and reasonable assertions about the author’s arguments by using elements of the text to defend and clarify interpretations.
- Writing Strategies 1.1: Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and distinctive perspective on the subject and maintain a consistent tone and focus throughout the piece of writing.
- Writing Strategies 1.4: Develop the main ideas within the body of the composition through supporting evidence.
- Writing Applications 2.3: Write expository compositions, including research reports.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.1: Identify and correctly use phrases and mechanics of punctuation.
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Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.2: Understand sentence construction and proper English usage.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.3: Demonstrate an understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar, paragraph and sentence structure, diction, and syntax.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.4: Produce legible work that show accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization.
Unit Objectives
The focus of Unit Seven is on writing: the Writing Process, composing a response to literature, writing a business letter, punctuation, and spelling.
Students will also:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the grammar and writing topics
- Demonstrate an ability to apply capitalization, spelling, and
punctuation rules.
- Complete the independent reading requirement, as determined by reading logs and conferences with the PASS contact teacher.
- Master high frequency words with 100% recognition within the appropriate time limit.
- Complete each communication task.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of fluency and building reading speed, as shown through increasing Words per Minute towards a goal of at least 250 WPM.
Unit 8 – Grammar and Writing Basics, Part Eight
This Unit is based on the English Language Development Standards, but also addresses the following Curriculum Standards for Grades 9-12:
- Word Analysis, fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development 1.1:
Identify and use the literal and figurative meanings of words and
understand word derivations.
- Reading Comprehension 2.4: Make warranted and reasonable assertions
about the author’s arguments by using elements of the text to defend and
clarify interpretations.
- Writing Strategies 1.1: Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and distinctive perspective on the subject and maintain a consistent tone and focus throughout the piece of writing.
- Writing Strategies 1.2: Use precise language, action verbs, sensory details, appropriate modifiers, and the active rather than the passive voice.
- Writing Strategies 1.4: Develop the main ideas within the body of the composition through supporting evidence.
- Writing Applications 2.4: Write persuasive compositions.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.3: Demonstrate an
understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar,
paragraph and sentence structure, diction, and syntax.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.4: Produce legible work
that show accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of
punctuation and capitalization.
Unit Objectives
The focus of Unit Eight is on writing: correct use of modifiers, elaboration in writing, composing a persuasive essay, preparing and delivering a speech, punctuation, and spelling. Students will also:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the grammar and writing topics
- Demonstrate an ability to apply capitalization, spelling, and
punctuation rules.
- Complete the independent reading requirement, as determined by reading logs and conferences with the PASS contact teacher.
- Master high frequency words with 100% recognition within the appropriate time limit.
- Complete each communication task.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of fluency and building reading speed, as shown through increasing Words per Minute towards a goal of at least 250 WPM.
Unit 9 – Grammar and Writing Basics, Part Nine
This Unit is based on the English Language Development Standards, but also addresses the following Curriculum Standards for Grades 9-12:
- Word Analysis, fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development 1.1:
Identify and use the literal and figurative meanings of words and
understand word derivations.
- Reading Comprehension 2.4: Make warranted and reasonable assertions
about the author’s arguments by using elements of the text to defend and
clarify interpretations.
- Writing Strategies 1.1: Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and distinctive perspective on the subject and maintain a consistent tone and focus throughout the piece of writing.
- Writing Strategies 1.2: Use precise language, action verbs, sensory details, appropriate modifiers, and the active rather than the passive voice.
- Writing Strategies 1.4: Develop the main ideas within the body of the composition through supporting evidence.
- Writing Applications 2.4: Write persuasive compositions.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.3: Demonstrate an
understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar,
paragraph and sentence structure, diction, and syntax.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.4: Produce legible work
that show accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of
punctuation and capitalization.
Unit Objectives
The focus of Unit Nine is on writing: grammar review, point of view in writing, writing a reflective essay, writing thank-you letters, spelling, and capitalization. Students will also:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the grammar and writing topics
- Demonstrate an ability to apply capitalization, spelling, and
punctuation rules.
- Complete the independent reading requirement, as determined by reading logs and conferences with the PASS contact teacher.
- Master high frequency words with 100% recognition within the appropriate time limit.
- Complete each communication task.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of fluency and building reading speed, as shown through increasing Words per Minute towards a goal of at least 250 WPM.
Unit 10 – Grammar and Writing Basics, Part Ten
This Unit is based on the English Language Development Standards, but also addresses the following Curriculum Standards for Grades 9-12:
- Word Analysis, fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development 1.1:
Identify and use the literal and figurative meanings of words and
understand word derivations.
- Reading Comprehension 2.4: Make warranted and reasonable assertions
about the author’s arguments by using elements of the text to defend and
clarify interpretations.
- Writing Strategies 1.1: Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and distinctive perspective on the subject and maintain a consistent tone and focus throughout the piece of writing.
- Writing Strategies 1.2: Use precise language, action verbs, sensory details,
appropriate modifiers, and the active rather than the passive voice.
- Writing Strategies 1.4: Develop the main ideas within the body of the composition through supporting evidence.
- Writing Applications 2.4: Write persuasive compositions.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.3: Demonstrate an
understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar,
paragraph and sentence structure, diction, and syntax.
- Written and Oral English Language Conventions 1.4: Produce legible work that show accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization.
Unit Objectives
The focus of Unit Ten is on writing: grammar review, imagery and figurative language, an analytical essay, preparing and delivering a speech, punctuation, and spelling. Students will also:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the grammar and writing topics
- Demonstrate an ability to apply capitalization, spelling, and
punctuation rules.
- Complete the independent reading requirement, as determined by reading logs and conferences with the PASS contact teacher.
- Master high frequency words with 100% recognition within the appropriate time limit.
- Complete each communication task.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of fluency and building reading speed, as shown through increasing Words per Minute towards a goal of at least 250 WPM.
