Pupil outcome: I can write the second paragraph of the build-up of ‘A Christmas Carol’. Key learning points: - The second paragraph of the build-up heightens the suspense and reveals the Ghost of Jacob Marley. - Precise vocabulary is...

Mr. Griot reviews dialogue and the types of punctuation that are commonly used when writing it.

Mr. Griot reviews the correct placement of quotation marks when writing direct quotes.

Mr. Griot shows how to punctuate a sentence when writing direct quotes.

You've probably noticed that English speakers say 'like' a lot but you may not know why. Today, linguist and author Valerie Fridland joins us to breakdown the word 'like' and why it's actually a positive and useful speech marker.

Supporting the Main Idea –Informational analyzes informational text by showing how paraphrasing and quotes support the main idea.

Supporting the Main Idea Literature analyzes literature by showing how examples of paraphrasing and quotes support the main idea about the text.

A video that reviews the act of quoting information from outside sources of authority. Citations can be placed within an essay through direct quotations or through paraphrases.Knowing how to cite information correctly helps writers to...

In this video, I show you how to cite any source in MLA format. I not only show you how to cite your sources but I cover the purpose of in-text or parenthetical citations which will help you avoid plagiarism.