Achieve a top score with Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Prep
Achieve a top score with Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Prep
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Short-term classLiveFun With Phonics
Everyone loves to read their favorite stories–especially beginning readers. In this weekly series, young readers will learn to read, write, and spell with the help of their favorite superheroes, fairy tales, and classic stories. Each week will combine phonics lessons with a favorite story, blending purely-fun discussion with mostly-fun phonics instruction so that new reading superheroes can live happily ever after.
Short-term classLiveBuilding Blocks of 3rd Grade Reading
The school year moves quickly, with so many skills to cover and even more opportunities for learning gaps to emerge. But reading is a building block subject: fluency is necessary for comprehension, and comprehension is necessary for just about all other learning in a student’s life. It is therefore critical for students to address and fill reading learning gaps quickly and to continually strengthen these foundations for future learning. That’s why Building Blocks of 3rd Grade Reading meets weekly to give learners the instruction and repetition they need to master building block skills permanently. Each week, an expert instructor will lead students through engaging demonstrations and exercises designed to fill in learning gaps and solidify understanding of the 3rd grade reading skills–such as determining and describing text structure, understanding word relationships and nuances in word meaning, and using context clues to deduce vocabulary meaning–most essential for success the rest of the school year and beyond.
Short-term classLiveLearn to Love Public Speaking
Many people would list public speaking among their biggest fears, alongside sharks, snakes, and heights. But it doesn’t have to be that way! With practice and confidence, your student can learn to love public speaking. In weekly sessions, they’ll learn how to confidently prepare for and deliver speeches, and how to initiate and lead conversations. Each week will focus on a different technique or type of speech, led by an expert instructor who–by nature of the job–has learned to love public speaking.
Short-term classLiveBuilding Blocks of 4th Grade Reading & Writing
The school year moves quickly, with so many skills to cover and even more opportunities for learning gaps to emerge. But reading and writing are building block subjects: not only are advanced skills built atop fundamentals, but a student’s ability to read and write is essential for their success in other classes, too. It is therefore critical for students to address and fill reading learning gaps quickly and to continually strengthen these foundations for future learning. That’s why Building Blocks of 4th Grade Reading & Writing meets weekly to give learners the instruction and repetition they need to master building block skills permanently. Each week, an expert instructor will lead students through engaging demonstrations and exercises designed to fill in learning gaps and solidify understanding of the 4th grade literacy skills–such as using context clues to get “unstuck” while reading, reading for the main idea of a text, and writing conclusions and clear event sequences–most essential for success the rest of the school year and beyond.
Short-term classLiveCreative Writing Workshop
Few things have more power than the written word. In these weekly sessions, young authors will learn to harness that power in all its forms, from poetry to journalism, from memoirs to plays and songs, and much, much more. Each week, learners will examine a different element and use of creative writing and then put it into practice as they build their own writing portfolio.
Short-term classLiveBuilding Blocks of 2nd Grade Reading
The school year moves quickly, with so many skills to cover and even more opportunities for learning gaps to emerge. But reading is a building block subject: fluency is necessary for comprehension, and comprehension is necessary for just about all other learning in a student’s life. It is therefore critical for students to address and fill reading learning gaps quickly and to continually strengthen these foundations for future learning. That’s why Building Blocks of 2nd Grade Reading meets weekly to give learners the instruction and repetition they need to master building block skills permanently. Each week, an expert instructor will lead students through engaging demonstrations and exercises designed to fill in learning gaps and solidify understanding of the 2nd grade reading skills–such as reading to determine main idea, understanding non-literal vocabulary and using context and root words to determine meaning–most essential for success the rest of the school year and beyond.
Short-term classLiveBuilding Blocks of 1st Grade Reading
The school year moves quickly, with so many skills to cover and even more opportunities for learning gaps to emerge. But reading is a building block subject: fluency is necessary for comprehension, and comprehension is necessary for just about all other learning in a student’s life. It is therefore critical for students to address and fill reading learning gaps quickly and to continually strengthen these foundations for future learning. That’s why Building Blocks of 1st Grade Reading meets weekly to give learners the instruction and repetition they need to master building block skills permanently. Each week, an expert instructor will lead students through engaging demonstrations and exercises designed to fill in learning gaps and solidify understanding of the 1st grade reading skills–such as reading to determine how characters respond to events, compare and contrast versions of stories, use context clues to determine word meanings, and understand and comprehend text–most essential for success the rest of the school year and beyond.
Short-term classLiveBuilding Blocks of 7th Grade Reading & Writing
The school year moves quickly, with so many skills to cover and even more opportunities for learning gaps to emerge. But reading and writing are building block subjects: not only are advanced skills built atop fundamentals, but a student’s ability to read and write is essential for their success in other classes, too. It is therefore critical for students to address and fill reading learning gaps quickly and to continually strengthen these foundations for future learning. That’s why Building Blocks of 7th Grade Reading & Writing meets weekly to give learners the instruction and repetition they need to master building block skills permanently. Each week, an expert instructor will lead students through engaging demonstrations and exercises designed to fill in learning gaps and solidify understanding of the 7th grade literacy skills–such as distinguishing between connotations of similar words, determining and analyzing an author’s point of view, and writing argumentative essays–most essential for success the rest of the school year and beyond.
Short-term classLiveBuilding Blocks of 5th Grade Reading & Writing
The school year moves quickly, with so many skills to cover and even more opportunities for learning gaps to emerge. But reading and writing are building block subjects: not only are advanced skills built atop fundamentals, but a student’s ability to read and write is essential for their success in other classes, too. It is therefore critical for students to address and fill reading learning gaps quickly and to continually strengthen these foundations for future learning. That’s why Building Blocks of 5th Grade Reading & Writing meets weekly to give learners the instruction and repetition they need to master building block skills permanently. Each week, an expert instructor will lead students through engaging demonstrations and exercises designed to fill in learning gaps and solidify understanding of the 5th grade literacy skills–such as comparing and contrasting texts, using context clues to decode vocabulary, and conducting and using research in writing–most essential for success the rest of the school year and beyond.
Short-term classLiveBuilding Blocks of 6th Grade Reading & Writing
The school year moves quickly, with so many skills to cover and even more opportunities for learning gaps to emerge. But reading and writing are building block subjects: not only are advanced skills built atop fundamentals, but a student’s ability to read and write is essential for their success in other classes, too. It is therefore critical for students to address and fill reading learning gaps quickly and to continually strengthen these foundations for future learning. That’s why Building Blocks of 6th Grade Reading & Writing meets weekly to give learners the instruction and repetition they need to master building block skills permanently. Each week, an expert instructor will lead students through engaging demonstrations and exercises designed to fill in learning gaps and solidify understanding of the 6th grade literacy skills–such as evaluating an author’s claims and evidence, interpreting figures of speech, and applying proper grammatical structures in writing–most essential for success the rest of the school year and beyond.
One-time classLiveFrom Tension to Terror: How to Write Scary Scenes
Ready to send shivers down your readers’ spines? In this class, author Carly Stevens will teach you how to create eerie, suspenseful scenes that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Explore techniques for building tension, using atmosphere and pacing, and crafting surprises that pack a punch. Whether you’re writing horror, mystery, or just a touch of the macabre, this class will help you master the art of suspense.
Short-term classLiveBeginner ESL for Adults
Beginner ESL is a live course designed for students who have begun to speak and read English and want to continue on the path to fluency. Students will connect with an expert instructor and a group of peers to advance on a path of learning how to speak, read, and carry on sentence dialog. Interactive lessons will mainly focus on situations and places common to everyday life, while students also learn necessary foundations of grammar and sentence structure that they can build upon as their vocabulary becomes more diverse. At the end of this course, students will feel confident in the concepts listed in the section below.
Top-Rated AP English Language and Composition Prep Instructors
Christopher's Mechanical Engineering path at Harvard required something most students don't associate with STEM: writing precise, defensible arguments under pressure — exactly the skill AP Lang's free...
Education & Certificates
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Scores
AP Language's synthesis essay stumps students who treat it as a research paper rather than a timed argument — the scoring rubric rewards a clear rhetorical stance, not source quantity. Julie trains st...
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Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Scores
Most students who score a 3 on AP Lang write fluently but treat the free-response prompts as essay assignments rather than rhetorical tasks — and Jennifer's NYU teacher-training in secondary English e...
Education & Certificates
New York University
Master of Arts Teaching, Language Arts Teacher Education
Mcgill University
Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Scores
Princeton's English curriculum demands the same close reading and timed argumentation that AP Lang's free-response section tests — and Jane, who scored 34 on the ACT, brings that training directly int...
Education & Certificates
Princeton University
Current Undergrad Student, English
ACT Scores
Richard's path from high school math and SAT prep instruction to a Harvard Government degree gave him an unusual lens for AP Lang: he reads persuasive nonfiction the way a policy analyst does, trackin...
Education & Certificates
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Government
ACT Scores
Michelle's neuroscience coursework at Duke trains her to read complex texts for structure and causality — a skill that translates directly into coaching students on AP Lang's rhetorical analysis essay...
Education & Certificates
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Scores
A Harvard Master's in Education gives Kirstie a precise understanding of how AP readers evaluate writing — and she uses that lens to coach students on the commentary moves that earn top scores on the ...
Education & Certificates
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
St Johns College
Bachelors, Liberal Arts
SAT Scores
Jean's dual history degrees from Duke trained her to read primary sources the way AP Lang rewards: not for what they say, but for how they say it and why that matters to a specific audience. She coach...
Education & Certificates
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts in Latin American History
SAT Scores
A PhD candidate in American Literature at the University of Connecticut, Meghan brings graduate-level close reading directly into AP Lang prep — teaching students to move through nonfiction passages w...
Education & Certificates
Cornell University
Bachelor of Arts in English (Minor in Music)
ACT Scores
Jonathan's years of competitive debate — first in high school, then at the University of Chicago — trained him to do exactly what AP Lang's free-response section demands: construct a clear argument, a...
Education & Certificates
The University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Scores
Frequently Asked Questions
Students often struggle with the rhetorical analysis essay, which requires identifying and explaining how an author uses language strategies to persuade an audience—many students can spot techniques but struggle to connect them to the author's purpose and effect. The synthesis essay is another major challenge, as it demands integrating multiple sources while maintaining a clear argument rather than just summarizing. Additionally, students frequently underestimate the importance of understanding tone, diction, and syntax as analytical tools, treating them as vocabulary exercises rather than persuasive devices. Time management during the exam is also critical, as the three essays in 3 hours leaves little room for revision.
A tutor can help you move beyond identifying rhetorical devices to analyzing their effect—teaching you to ask "why did the author choose this word/structure?" and "how does this persuade the audience?" rather than just naming techniques. Tutors work through real AP prompts to help you develop a thesis that explains the author's overall persuasive strategy, not just list observations. Practice with timed essays under exam conditions helps you internalize the process so you can execute it confidently, and personalized feedback on your drafts shows you exactly where your analysis is surface-level versus insightful.
The key is to develop your own argument first, then use sources as evidence—not the other way around. A tutor can teach you to read the prompt carefully, identify the central question or issue, and take a clear position before looking at sources. Then you learn to integrate sources strategically: paraphrasing or quoting only the most relevant parts, explaining how each source supports your specific claim, and maintaining your voice throughout. Many students improve dramatically once they stop treating synthesis as "include all six sources" and start treating it as "build the strongest argument using the best evidence available."
Most successful students allocate roughly 50 minutes to the rhetorical analysis essay (the most straightforward), 40 minutes to the argument essay, and 40 minutes to synthesis, leaving 10 minutes for reading prompts carefully and reviewing. However, your breakdown may differ based on which essay type is your strength. A tutor can help you practice this pacing with full-length timed exams, identifying where you tend to lose time—whether it's overthinking your thesis, getting stuck on source selection, or revising excessively. Building a personal timing strategy and rehearsing it repeatedly removes anxiety on test day and ensures you complete all three essays rather than rushing the last one.
The argument essay rewards a clear, defensible position supported by specific evidence and logical reasoning—not emotional appeals or broad generalizations. Unlike the rhetorical analysis, you're not explaining someone else's persuasion; you're doing the persuading yourself. Strong essays anticipate counterarguments and address them, show awareness of context and audience, and use varied evidence (personal examples, historical facts, current events, hypotheticals). Many students struggle because they either make obvious claims that need little support or take extreme positions that are hard to defend. A tutor helps you develop nuanced arguments that are both interesting and sustainable, then teaches you to build them efficiently within the time limit.
Effective analysis explains the rhetorical effect of word choice and sentence structure on the reader. Instead of "the author uses short sentences," strong analysis says "the author uses short, declarative sentences to create urgency and conviction, making the argument feel inevitable." A tutor teaches you to consider the emotional impact, the pace created, the emphasis given to certain ideas, and how the choice differs from what the author could have done instead. Practicing with annotated texts where you label not just the technique but its effect trains your analytical eye. Over time, this becomes automatic—you read a passage and immediately see how the language choices work together to persuade.
Students who work consistently with a tutor typically see 2-4 point improvements on the AP Lang exam (which is scored 1-9 per essay, or 3-27 total). The amount of improvement depends on your starting point: students scoring 4-5 per essay often jump to 6-7 with focused work on essay structure and analytical depth, while students already at 7-8 may improve to 8-9 by refining their argument development and source integration. Realistic timelines depend on frequency—students meeting weekly for 8-12 weeks see more dramatic gains than those meeting monthly. The biggest improvements come from understanding what the rubric actually rewards and practicing full essays under timed conditions with feedback.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about what to do, so building confidence through repeated practice is the strongest antidote. Taking full-length practice exams under real conditions—same time limit, same three essays, same pressure—trains your brain that you can execute the process even when stressed. A tutor can also teach you concrete strategies like reading the prompt twice before writing, jotting a quick thesis outline before drafting, and knowing which essay to tackle first based on your strengths. Developing a personal routine (how you'll read prompts, how you'll structure your time, what you'll do if you get stuck) removes decision-making from exam day and lets you focus on writing. Many students find that anxiety drops significantly once they've successfully completed several timed practice exams.
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