Progym 3—Chreia/Maxim stage Prerequisite: Fable and Narrative
After a review of the Fable and Narrative stages students will begin the new stage of the Chreia/Maxim which teaches how to develop an idea that is focused on a wise saying or “chreia.” These ideas are developed through eight paragraphs, four of which are narratives, thus using the skills mastered in the Fable and Narrative stages. Students will focus on making compelling arguments, engaging the imaginations and emotions of the reader through Figures of Description and Figures of Speech and writing a seamless eight paragraph essay, including introductory and concluding paragraphs.
Throughout the school year, students will engage in various word and phrase variation exercises, learn from one another in peer editing sessions, present their essays to the whole class and learn through various activities and special assignments.
Texts: Chreia/Maxim workbook. Instructor will bring this to class and let parents know when students are ready to purchase it. Cost is $12 payable to Classical Composition.
Supplies: 3 ring notebook, notebook paper, pencils, yellow highlighter.
Fees: $5.00 (check payable to Elaine Selby) This will cover copying costs and other classroom supplies. Thank you!
After a review of the Fable and Narrative stages students will begin the new stage of the Chreia/Maxim which teaches how to develop an idea that is focused on a wise saying or “chreia.” These ideas are developed through eight paragraphs, four of which are narratives, thus using the skills mastered in the Fable and Narrative stages. Students will focus on making compelling arguments, engaging the imaginations and emotions of the reader through Figures of Description and Figures of Speech and writing a seamless eight paragraph essay, including introductory and concluding paragraphs.
Throughout the school year, students will engage in various word and phrase variation exercises, learn from one another in peer editing sessions, present their essays to the whole class and learn through various activities and special assignments.
Texts: Chreia/Maxim workbook. Instructor will bring this to class and let parents know when students are ready to purchase it. Cost is $12 payable to Classical Composition.
Supplies: 3 ring notebook, notebook paper, pencils, yellow highlighter.
Fees: $5.00 (check payable to Elaine Selby) This will cover copying costs and other classroom supplies. Thank you!