This groundbreaking new writing series combines time-tested classical techniques'¬ ;the imitation and analysis of great writers'¬ ;with original composition exercises in history, science, biography, and literature. Skills Taught: '¬¢ One- and two-level outlining '¬¢ Writing chronological narratives, biographical sketches, descriptions, and sequences across the curriculum '¬¢ Constructing basic literary essays on fiction and poetry '¬¢ Researching and documenting source material '¬¢ First volume of four that will prepare students for high-level rhetoric and composition Features of the program: '¬¢ Writing assignments are modeled on examples from great literature and classic nonfiction '¬¢ All source material for assignments is provided'¬ ;no other books are needed '¬¢ This Instructor Text provides scripted dialogue to use when the student has difficulty, plus detailed guidance on how to evaluate the student'¬"s work '¬¢ Student Workbook (sold separately) encourages independence by directing all assignments to the student '¬¢ First volume of four that will prepare students for high-level rhetoric and composition