English 1 / Language Arts Course Description and Materials List
Instructor: Mrs. D. Esposito
ENGLISH 1 / LANGUAGE ARTS
The Language Arts 5/6 course is a fast-paced, academic class that I have previously taught for many years with great success. I desire to instill a love of grammar and the English language in all my students. This is an academically challenging course emphasizing grammar usage, both written and verbal. Through literary works corresponding with 5/6 History, students will learn summarization skills, creative writing techniques, spelling, and vocabulary. Finally, by the end of the year, students will be equipped to produce a five-paragraph MLA formatted essay.
CLASSROOM PROCEDURES / EXPECTATIONS:
Fun, fun, fun…isn’t Grammar a blast?! While I run a very tight ship and require complete respect and attention from my students, I do it with lots of love. Each class day is filled with grammar instruction, oral language and memorization drills, writing instruction, and TONS of humor, encouragement, and enthusiasm from me! Students and parents will be given quarterly outlines to prepare them for daily class time and homework assignments. I do NOT accept late homework unless there is a sickness or prior agreement. All tasks are expected to be completed neatly and on time.
See English I Expectations Contract
HOMEWORK POLICIES:
All five-paragraph essays are required in the MLA format. Daily writing assignments may be handwritten or typed. If your student handwrites their papers, their penmanship will be graded.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A Beka God’s Gift of Language C Writing and Grammar Worktext AND Anser Key (Third Edition)
https://www.abeka.com/
https://www.abeka.com/
A Beka God’s Gift of Language Test and Quiz Book
https://www.abeka.com/
• 1” or 1.5” binder with three dividers labeled: Grammar, Writing, Memorization (Can share a binder with another subject as long as the listed tabs are there)
• Sheet protectors (bring at least seven on the first day of class…they will get used in time)
• Binder paper (should be available every day)
• Pencils (should be available every day)
• Literature book (will be assigned and is not required in class daily)
• Optional: Composition book (extra credit purposes)
• Non Negotiable…great attitude 
GRADING:
25% Tests
20% Quizzes
20% Homework
10% Essays
15% Writing Assignments
10% Memorization
Fun, fun, fun…isn’t Grammar a blast?! While I do run a very tight ship and require complete respect and attention from my students, I do it with lots of love. Each class day is filled with grammar instruction, oral language and memorization drills, writing instruction, and TONS of humor, encouragement, and enthusiasm from me!! Students and parents will be given quarterly outlines, which will prepare them for daily classes as well as all homework assignments and their due dates. I do NOT accept late homework unless there is a sickness or prior agreement. All tasks are expected to be completed neatly, with care, and on time.
See English I Expectaions Contract
HOMEWORK POLICIES:
All five-paragraph essays are required in the MLA format. Daily writing assignments may be handwritten or typed.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
A Beka God’s Gift of Language C Writing and Grammar Worktext (Third Edition)
A Beka God’s Gift of Language Test and Quiz Book (Make sure you do not order the answer key)
• 1” or 1.5” binder with three dividers labeled: Grammar, Writing, Memorization (Can share a binder with another subject as long as the listed tabs are there)
• Sheet protectors (bring at least seven on the first day of class)
• Binder paper • Pencils • Literature book (to be assigned)
• Optional: Composition book (extra credit purposes)
• Non Negotiable…great attitude 😊
GRADING:
25% Tests
20% Quizzes
15% Homework
15% Essays
15% Writing Assignments
10% Memorization
