Teaching American Literature

Trace the rich, diverse development of American literature from the nation's founding straight to the dawn of the Twentieth Century. Whether you are instructing in a traditional academic institution or organizing a comprehensive home school curriculum, this highly structured 12-week teaching guide functions as your complete lesson planner. It provides educators with a clear, step-by-step framework designed to demystify complex prose and elevate student comprehension.
This comprehensive guide arms teachers with specific pedagogical strategies to help students:. Analytically read and critique literary selections from various historical periods.. Learn to authentically relate classic American literature to their own personal lives.. Understand and appreciate the unique literary movements originating from different geographic regions.. Compare and contrast diverse literary works to track cultural transformations over time.
Eliminate the stress of syllabus creation. This textbook takes care of your entire lesson planning, offering an organized timeline complete with critical analysis, discussion questions, and writing assignments. Scroll up and grab your copy to bring an organized, rigorous exploration of the American literary canon to your students!