English language arts teachers often find themselves defending their discipline and the practical values it has. "When will I read this again?" is an all too common question heard in classrooms.

When am I ever going to need this again?"" If you've heard students ask this in your English class, Jennifer Fletcher has just the answer. Teaching Literature Rhetorically shows you how to help your students develop transferable literacy skills that allow them to succeed not just in their English language arts classes, but, more importantly, their future lives in college, career, and beyond.