A comprehensive lesson focused on AZ 3.RL.2, where students read three classic fables and analyze their central messages and supporting details.

A spelling unit for 4th graders featuring a mix of Revolutionary War vocabulary and frequently misspelled words, complete with comprehensive homework practice.

An introductory lesson for 2nd graders to distinguish between open and closed syllables using the 'Syllable House' metaphor. Students will learn how the position of a consonant affects vowel sounds.

A phonics lesson focusing on continuous blending techniques for CVC words across all short vowel sounds, featuring a hands-on cut-and-paste activity.

The kickoff and management phase of the summative rhetoric project, including the assignment brief, evaluation criteria, and instructional support.

Students will explore the historical context of the 1900 Galveston Hurricane, practice identifying central ideas and supporting details, and complete a STAAR-formatted assessment.

Students complete the 'Master Certification' post-assessment and celebrate their growth as investigators.

Comparing and contrasting different animal defense mechanisms across multiple short texts.

Synthesizing information to create concise summaries of animal defense strategies.

Using context clues to determine the meaning of domain-specific vocabulary words in complex texts.

Investigating the cause-and-effect relationship between predator actions and prey reactions.

A mid-intervention review session featuring a progress monitoring assessment and a collaborative vocabulary game.

Focus on word morphology (prefixes and suffixes) and how they change the meaning of scientific terms.

Exploring behavioral defenses and practicing identifying supporting details that reinforce the main idea.

Focus on physical defenses (armor, spikes) and identifying the main idea of a short informational text.

Students take the 'Entry Exam' to assess baseline knowledge and are introduced to the concept of animal defenses and key academic vocabulary.

A comprehensive lesson guiding students from the history and purpose of slam poetry through writing original verses to performing with impact and giving constructive peer feedback.