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