Cover all the essential content and prepare students for the AP(R) English Literature and Composition exam through a perfect blend of literary works, written by both classic and contemporary writers, and practical writing instruction. Students will examine the choices literary writers make and the techniques they utilize to achieve purpose and generate meaning. Scaffolded activities develop student competence in close reading, critical analysis, and interpretation of imaginative literature, while features on the writer's craft and the critic's craft strengthen creative and analytic skills. Track student progress with unit reviews, assessments, and a full-length AP practice exam modeled on the new course and exam description.