A reading comprehension lesson focused on making inferences and using context clues through the lens of zoology and animal research. Students act as field researchers to decode information about unique creatures.

A study guide for Act 5 of Romeo and Juliet designed for WIDA level 3 students, covering key vocabulary, plot events with sentence starters, and literary terms using textual evidence from the graphic novel.

A Grade 12 ELA capstone project that invites students to reflect on their educational journey through memoir and project their aspirations into a future-focused manifesto.

Winter approaches, and Matt must decide his future as he waits for his family. Reading Chapters 22-25.

Attean prepares for his vision quest, and the boys face the reality of their differing paths. Reading Chapters 19-21.

Matt visits the Penobscot village and learns about their way of life. Reading Chapters 16-18.

A dangerous encounter with a bear tests the boys' skills and courage. Reading Chapters 13-15.

Matt uses Robinson Crusoe to teach Attean, leading to deep discussions about culture and ownership. Reading Chapters 10-12.

The beginning of the uneasy teaching arrangement between Matt and Attean. Reading Chapters 7-9.

Matt's encounter with a swarm of bees leads to a life-changing meeting with Saknis and Attean. Reading Chapters 4-6.

Introduction to the book and reading of Chapters 1-3, where Matt is left alone in the Maine wilderness and encounters a mysterious stranger.