Grade 7/8/9 English Essay Writing
Essay writing video library for advanced middle school writers.
Use these lessons to strengthen topic analysis, brainstorming, thesis writing, essay structure, evidence, academic vocabulary, grammar, editing, and revision.
Video Lessons
Students can watch lessons in order or use the table to review a specific writing skill.
| Lesson | Topic | Writing Focus | Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Unlock the Topic | Understand what the prompt is asking before writing. | Watch |
| 02 | Essay Brainstorming Techniques | Generate useful ideas before planning the essay. | Watch |
| 03 | Think Different Perspectives | Build deeper thinking by considering more than one viewpoint. | Watch |
| 04 | Build Mind Map | Organize ideas visually before drafting. | Watch |
| 05 | Understand the Prompt and Thesis | Move from prompt analysis to a clear thesis statement. | Watch |
| 06 | Essay Anatomy | Understand the parts of a complete essay. | Watch |
| 07 | How to Write Powerful Introduction | Create introductions that hook the reader and establish direction. | Watch |
| 08 | TREAT Method Paragraph Writing | Write organized body paragraphs with clear reasoning. | Watch |
| 09 | POINT and PEEL Methods | Use paragraph frameworks to explain ideas clearly. | Watch |
| 10 | Add Counterargument into Essay | Strengthen persuasive writing by addressing opposing views. | Watch |
| 11 | How to Write Powerful Conclusion | End essays with clarity, reflection, and impact. | Watch |
| 12 | Analyze Your Examples and Reasons | Explain why evidence supports the main idea. | Watch |
| 13 | Blend Evidence Smoothly | Introduce and connect evidence naturally in writing. | Watch |
| 14 | Strong Academic Words | Use stronger vocabulary for mature academic writing. | Watch |
| 15 | Transition Words | Improve flow between ideas, paragraphs, and examples. | Watch |
| 16 | Grammar Tenses | Use verb tense accurately and consistently. | Watch |
| 17 | Active vs Passive Voice | Choose stronger sentence voice for clarity and impact. | Watch |
| 18 | Grammar Person / Perspective | Keep point of view consistent and appropriate. | Watch |
| 19 | Facts vs Opinions | Understand evidence, claims, and personal opinion. | Watch |
| 20 | Types of Writing | Recognize different writing purposes and formats. | Watch |
| 21 | Spice Up Using Figure of Speech | Add expression and style with figurative language. | Watch |
| 22 | Subject-Verb Agreement / Parallel Structure | Improve sentence correctness and balance. | Watch |
| 23 | Essay Editing using CUPS & ARMS | Use structured editing strategies for revision. | Watch |
| 24 | Essay Reviewing and Proofreading | Review final writing for clarity, grammar, and polish. | Watch |