Unlocking Essay Writing Step by Step

A complete, print-based curriculum that teaches middle and high school students how to write academic essays with clarity and confidence. Includes a student workbook and teacher manual with step-by-step lessons, practice activities, and guidance for drafting, revising, and completing three full essays. No online access or enrollment required.

A complete, offline curriculum for mastering academic essays. Unlocking Essay Writing Step by Step is a structured, print-based curriculum that teaches students how to write clear, focused academic essays—from prompt to polished final draft. Ideal for homeschoolers or co-ops, this course provides all the tools needed to guide a middle or high school student through the entire essay-writing process. Flexible, self-paced, and designed for independent learning with parent or teacher support, this curriculum brings confidence and clarity to essay writing—without screens, apps, or logins.

Students will learn to:

  • Understand and respond to essay prompts
  • Craft clear, specific thesis statements
  • Brainstorm and organize ideas
  • Write compelling introductions and conclusions
  • Develop well-supported body paragraphs
  • Use transitions, revise drafts, and manage timed essays

What’s Included:

Student Workbook: 10 step-by-step lessons, practice activities, and space to draft three full essays

Teacher Manual: Complete teaching notes, model answers, scoring rubrics, and guidance for review and feedback

The manual and workbook can be purchased separately or bundled for a 10% savings. Available in print or ebook format.

Not ready to teach? Take our guided workshop instead!