Learned about MLA papers

English Language Arts

• The Eighth-grade child learned how to properly format an MLA paper
• They learned the importance of citing sources in an MLA paper
• They learned how to create a works cited page according to MLA guidelines
• They learned how to use in-text citations in an MLA paper

Math

• The Eighth-grade child did not directly learn any math concepts from this activity

Continued development related to the activity could include exploring different citation styles, such as APA or Chicago, to gain a broader understanding of academic writing formats. Additionally, the child could practice writing more complex papers using MLA guidelines and experiment with incorporating different types of sources, such as interviews or multimedia, into their papers.

Book Recommendations

• The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White: This classic book on writing style and grammar will provide the Eighth-grade child with a deeper understanding of the principles behind MLA formatting and writing techniques.
• Research Strategies: Finding Your Way Through the Information Fog by William Badke: This book will help the child develop their research skills and learn how to effectively gather and evaluate sources for their MLA papers.
• They Say/I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing by Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein: This book will teach the child how to engage in academic conversations and effectively incorporate the ideas of others into their MLA papers.