A fast-paced investigative introduction to research writing, focusing on source evaluation, evidence analysis, and the 'why' behind proper citations. Aligned with PA Core Standards for high school.
A session focused on summarizing the narrative arc of Charlie Gordon and debating the ethical implications of the surgery and his changing relationships.
A series of high school and 6th-grade level fluency passages designed to reinforce Greek and Latin root word recognition through age-appropriate narratives and tracking tools.
Connect the dramatic works of William Shakespeare with the historical realities of Elizabethan England, examining how the stage acted as a mirror for the monarchy.
Dive into modern poetic forms and literary analysis, exploring how contemporary authors use metaphor and structure to reflect the complexities of modern life.
Analyze the powerful rhetoric of the Civil Rights Movement, comparing historical speeches to understand the strategies of persuasion and the drive for justice.
Explore the intersection of architectural history and Gothic fiction, analyzing how physical ruins inspired a literary movement of gloom and psychological depth.
Focuses on the art of memoir and personal essay. Students mine their own lives for meaning, practicing vulnerability and reflective storytelling.
Dives into poetic forms, imagery, and the musicality of language. Students curate a collection of poems that express diverse emotional states and perspectives.
Explores the elements of short fiction, including character development, plot structure, and narrative voice. Students craft complete stories with clear arcs and themes.
Focuses on the construction of immersive fictional settings, cultures, and systems. Students develop internal logic and sensory-rich details for their unique worlds.
A high-interest lesson for 9th-12th grade ESL students, written at a 7th-grade level, focusing on the Artemis II mission. Includes a news article analysis, cause-and-effect relationships, and descriptive writing.
A deep dive into Kazuo Ishiguro's 'The Remains of the Day', focusing on the profound power of what remains unsaid. Students will analyze how characters use silence and subtext to navigate social hierarchies and emotional repression.
Students analyze two texts regarding social media screenings to identify arguments for and against the practice, preparing them to write a formal argumentative essay.