Literary Analysis Essay Writing & Reading the Short Story (Self-Paced)

This 9-weeklong self-paced class helps middle and high school students move beyond summary and learn how to analyze literature and write structured essays. Students will learn how to identify theme, develop strong thesis statements, use textual evidence, and organize clear analytical paragraphs.

Each week includes a live lesson, guided discussion, and short story analysis to support skill development. My teaching style is structured and supportive, focused on helping students build confidence while improving organization and clarity.

What students will complete:

-Literary analysis essay with revisions

-Compare/Contrast literary analysis essay

-Read and discuss ten short stories

-Share a final presentation

Students interact through instruction, discussion, and written submissions.

All submitted work receives detailed, personalized feedback to support growth in reading comprehension, critical thinking, and academic writing.