Essay Craft Camp
recommended for grades 6-8
teachers–Karen Boniface and Michael Strubler
This writing camp expands the paragraphing skills students learn in Wraps Level I. Focusing on the argumentative essay, students study and practice the various types of paragraphs that comprise argument–introduction, pro, con, transition, and conclusion. They learn how to formulate a strong claim and to support it with compelling evidence. During sessions, students learn and practice brainstorming ideas, formulating a strong claim and supporting it with compelling evidence, and structuring an essay to express their thoughts clearly. Peer and teacher editing provide helpful feedback for students to improve their essays. Some work at home is expected.
This writing camp is part of Inkwell’s Writing Wraps series.
Writing Wraps Series
Writing Wraps is Inkwell English Education’s proprietary curriculum that teaches students the basics of academic writing. In this formula-based program of incremental, systematic instruction, students have sufficient practice to hone their skills, learning to write well both independently and confidently.
- Level I–paragraphs
- Level II–paragraphs to essays
- Level III–various kinds of essays (like narrative, literary analysis, and college admission)
July 30-August 10
Monday-Friday
10:00-noon
$325 total tuition and fees (10 sessions–limited to 10 students)
• $150 nonrefundable deposit due upon registration
• $175 due on the first day of class