There are four levels of themes, and if you are aiming for the 90s, you need to get as close as you can to a level 4 theme in your literary essays. Level 1 – topics are written for themes: Regret Regret is not a theme; it is a topic. A …
This news report, written by one of my grade 9 IB students, is based on the short story “Lamb to The Slaughter.” The news report has a catchy title and starts off well with a lead that clearly and concisely reveals the 5 W’s. It uses quotes accurately to add …
This creative piece is written by one of my grade 11 IB students. In his letter, the student has used Freudian psychoanalysis to analyze the characters in Marjane Satrapi’s Memoir, Persepolis. Using psychoanalysis, he shows whether or not the characters’ decisions could finally resolve the conflict between the id and …
This literary analysis is written by one of my grade 11 students. The essay is based on the novel Boo by Patrick Waddington. The writer has appropriately pointed out the theme of the story. She has provided enough supporting details, including some textual elements, to support the theme.
This literary analysis is written by one of my grade 11 students. The essay is based on the short story “The Street that Got Mislaid” by Patrick Waddington. The writer has appropriately pointed out the theme of the story. She has provided enough supporting details, including some textual elements, to support …
This literary analysis is written by one of my grade 10 students. The essay is based on Mrs. Sommers in Kate Chopin’s “A Pair of Silk Stockings.” Having read about Kate Chopin, the writer has been able to delve deep into the story and find the theme of the story. …
This literary essay is written by one of my grade 10 students. In his essay, he shows a thorough understanding of why Starr, the main character, feels the need to rise against the injustices that she witnesses in society. He also makes relevant connections to the points raised and ends …
This personal narrative is written by one of my grade 10 students. He has vividly described the setting as well as his emotions, helping readers better imagine the challenge. He has also used a number of literary devices, such as simile and imagery, to help readers imagine the events in …
This literary essay is written by one of my grade 12 students. He has presented a very enlightening thesis statement, stating the three of the biggest flaws of our society. He has critically analyzed Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, extracting some of the most important messages that the author has …
