A comprehensive lesson designed to help middle school students master the art of writing strong, argumentative thesis statements through a blueprint-themed instructional approach.

A focused 30-minute exploration of Macbeth's moral decay and psychological collapse across Act II, Scene 2 and Act III, Scene 4. Students analyze the immediate aftermath of regicide and the public appearance of Banquo's ghost to determine if Macbeth is fit for the crown.

This lesson focuses on Chapter 4 of Frederick Douglass's narrative, analyzing how specific accounts of murder illustrate the inhumanity of slavery and the corruption of the Southern legal system. Students analyze key lines and imagery to identify Douglass's central claims about the lack of justice and value placed on enslaved lives.

An analysis of Chapter 8 'Moscow', focusing on the introduction of Uncle Anoosh and the influence of political ideology on personal identity and Marji's concept of heroism.

A detective-themed lesson where students analyze the conflicting perspectives of Melba and Minnijean regarding the school play in Warriors Don't Cry. Students gather evidence to understand individual motivations and group concerns during the integration of Central High.

A sophisticated 100th-day celebration focused on vocabulary expansion and reflection. Students participate in a 'Lexicon 100' challenge to curate 100 specific words across grammatical and thematic categories, culminating in a personal reflection on their academic journey.

A vocabulary focused lesson for Act III of Twelve Angry Men, exploring the legal and emotional terminology of the play's climax.

This lesson helps 9th grade students distinguish between racial and class prejudice using Reginald Rose's '12 Angry Men' as a primary case study. Students will define key terms, compare features of bias, and analyze specific juror behaviors from the play.