Predicting the Future: Finding Your Voice

What this unit is all about and what you'll learn; How to read like a writer: spotting purpose, tone, and voice; How to write like a pro: entertaining voice, varied sentences, and cool punctuation; How to speak up: discussing ideas and justifying your thoughts; Key skills: analytical, effective writing, and critical thinking; Looking at two different texts: entertaining vs. serious voices; The secret techniques writers use: vocabulary, sentence structure, and punctuation; Our goals for success in this unit; Fun activities we'll do: discussions, analysis, and creative writing