by Kristin | May 30, 2023 | Rhetorical Analysis, Writing
We use rhetoric pretty much every day, so it is not really all that difficult to answer the following question: “What are the Rhetorical Appeals?” Let’s look at a realistic discussion I have had with my child. When I am trying to get my 3-year-old to...
by Kristin | May 16, 2023 | Writing, Rhetorical Analysis, Teaching the Standards
Students either love or hate writing. Those who love it usually are the ones who enjoy reading as well. They might spend their time journaling, composing poetry, or writing short stories. These students not only enjoy the process; they embrace it with every part of...
by Kristin | Feb 21, 2023 | Poetry, Rhetorical Analysis, Teaching the Standards
Walt Whitman, an important 19th-century poet, has been a part of the American literary canon for over a hundred years. His poetry “transcends” because of his consuming focus on freedom in both personal and societal constructs. One can clearly see similar...
by Kristin | Feb 1, 2023 | Rhetorical Analysis, Teaching the Standards, Writing
Whether you’re teaching rhetorical analysis for the first time or the fiftieth, you’re probably looking for strategies that aren’t overcomplicated. Well this post, with its 10 rhetorical strategies that any student can learn, is for you! Rhetorical analysis involves...
by Kristin | Nov 24, 2022 | Reading Comprehension, Rhetorical Analysis, Teaching the Standards
You know the saying that “those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it?” This quote is often paraphrased and attributed to different philosophers including Edmund Burke; however, the line is originally from Spanish-American philosopher George...
by Kristin | Oct 20, 2022 | Rhetorical Analysis, Reading Comprehension, Teaching the Standards, Writing
When students hear “Rhetorical Analysis” for the very first time, they usually have NO idea what these words mean. And don’t even try introducing an Outline for Rhetorical Analysis Essay Writing until you review the meaning of this phrase…...
