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Ksu: Point of View: First Person Narrator

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This tutorial surveys the uses and limitations of first-person narration in literature. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.R.9
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Bartleby

Bartleby.com: Cambridge History of Eng and Am Lit: Beginning of Verse, 1610 1808

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Discussion of the earliest poetry in Colonial New England. Describes common themes and forms and identifies specific poets of the period.
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Exploring Ancient World Cultures

Exploring Ancient World Cultures: The Near East

For Students 9th - 10th
Great site explores many legends and texts from the ancient Near East. Provides interesting focus on the common themes found in ancient world literature.
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Writing Fix

Writing Fix: Ain't That America

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students think that classic literature and historic events have little in common with life today, right? Think again! In this lesson, students get a chance to compare themes from classic novels or from American history to those found in...
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Bob's Byway: Glossary of Poetic Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
Calling itself "unique," Bob's is easy to use, with cross-links throughout, phonetic pronunciation guides when necessary, and many examples and quotations. Click on the letter and scroll for the word.