Writing-expository Common Core W.7.9 simulations

Author's Study: Agents & Advances (A Literacy Simulation)

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Are you looking for a creative and fun way to have students engage in an author's study? The simulation Agents & Advances calls on students to serve as literary agents as they work to secure an advance for the author they represent. During this five week unit students will learn background information about an author they select, read multiple books, understand how their author uses literary elements to enhance their writing, and craft a business letter showcasing what they have learned. T

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Writing-Expository

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Projects, Unit Plans, Simulations

CCSS:

RL.5.1

, RL.5.2

, RL.5.3

, RL.5.6

, RL.5.9