The Art of Language explores the role writing plays as a means of effective self-expression and rhetorical communication. Students read novels, essays, short stories, and poems in order to develop critical thinking skills and write analytically about literature; incorporating textual quotations, structuring strong and cohesive paragraphs, and formatting according to MLA style are key skills. We also emphasize a thorough understanding of English grammar, punctuation, and usage with the ultimate aim of creating artistic, descriptive, persuasive, and analytical pieces.