Crafting Compositions: Tools for Today's Writers

Crafting Compositions: Tools for Today's Writers

<div><i>Crafting Compositions</i> guides students through the entire writing process, with exercises in planning, drafting, responding and revising, and polishing. In addition to completing free writing exercises, keeping a journal of informal responses, and revising sample compositions, students will draft, revise, and edit one composition per chapter.<br><br> The textbook features:<br>" Authentic readings to foster vocabulary development, show successful techniques, and serve as a jumping-off point for free writing.<br>" A "learning log" in which students write to practice the writing lessons and tips presented.<br>" A two-track system in which students simultaneously work with the writing of other students as they work on their own compositions. <br>" Toolbox mini-lessons to review common grammar trouble spots.<br><br>This mid-level writing text is appropriate for high school, community college, or university course<br></div>