Essay Writing 101 Grade 7/8

Teacher: Saman Ihsan

Essay 101 ( Grade 7/8) – 11 Week Course

Essay writing can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right tools and guidance, students quickly discover that it’s a skill they can master. Essay 101 is a supportive, step‑by‑step 11‑week course designed to help students become confident, capable writers as they prepare for the demands of high school.

What Students Will Learn

• Introductory Paragraph Techniques:  Students explore effective strategies to hook the reader and introduce their topic with clarity.

• Writing a Strong Thesis Statement:  They learn how to craft a focused, arguable thesis that guides the entire essay.

• Organizing and Elaborating Three Body Paragraphs: Students practice building well‑developed paragraphs with clear ideas, evidence, and and explanations.

• Creating a Concluding Paragraph: They learn how to wrap up their essay with purpose, insight, and a sense of completion.

• Editing and Proofreading Skills: Students develop a thorough approach to revising their work for clarity, grammar, and flow.

• Presentations: They gain confidence sharing their ideas aloud and explaining their writing choices.

Please note there will be a long weekend holiday on October 12th.

Refund Policy

If you choose to withdraw from the course, please see below:

Aug 11th:  90% refund

Sept. 1st:  50% refund

After the first class:  50% credit or 25% refund