Students explore the cultural significance of the Anglo-Saxon boast in Beowulf. They analyze Beowulf's formal introductions and craft their own traditional boasts to perform for the class.
A comprehensive literary research unit designed to guide students through a structural and character analysis of classic and regional fairy tales. Students assume the role of folklore investigators, tracking standard tropes, character motivations, helper archetypes, and plot designs, culminating in an analytical presentation.
A complete introductory lesson for high school library students (grades 9-12). It guides students through checkout procedures, the TLC online catalog, and Beanstack reading tracker using a collaborative arcade-style theme.
A sleek, highly visual, student-facing quick-reference guide and bookmark sheet. Provides clear, step-by-step login instructions for the TLC catalog, Beanstack tracking, and key checkout rules.
A five-lesson literary analysis and SAT prep sequence based on Rob Buyea's 'Because of Mr. Terupt'. Students practice textual evidence analysis and vocabulary-in-context skills through character-driven writing prompts.
A high-energy, 60-minute speaking-focused lesson designed to maximize Student Talking Time (STT) to 80-90% for A1-A2 learners. Includes a structured progression from guided listening/repetition to free-flowing peer interviews and reflections.
A collaborative printable scavenger hunt worksheet for groups of high schoolers. Students decode call numbers, search the TLC online catalog, locate items physically, and test-log on Beanstack.
A comprehensive three-part unit on Shakespeare's Othello, exploring Iago's psychological manipulation, the green-eyed monster of jealousy, and the tragic collapse of Othello. This unit integrates slide presentations, printable close-reading worksheets, graphic organizers, and a rigorous final assessment and rubric pack.
A targeted, high-engagement reading comprehension lesson designed for 9th-grade students. It scaffolds four core strategies—finding the main idea, making inferences, active annotating, and deciphering context clues—using gripping, relatable short stories.
A gorgeous retro-arcade styled presentation that guides high schoolers through checkout policies, catalog searches on TLC, and tracking reading with Beanstack. It contains visual cues, clear rules, and a fun review quiz.
An exploration of self-expression, coping mechanisms, and personal growth through the lens of modern lyricism and poetry. Students analyze themes of pressure, uncertainty, and resilience to find their own creative voice.
A detailed teacher lesson plan and pacing guide for the 'Shelves Unlocked' library orientation lesson, featuring a comprehensive 3-page guide covering both the 45-minute collaborative workshop and the 4-part asynchronous track.
An intensive, 8-station after-class workout sheet featuring 16 high-impact prompts across 8 diverse topics. Designed for 10+ minutes of continuous, low-pressure pair practice with timed targets and vocabulary support.
