A 15-minute center rotation focused on using context clues (synonyms, antonyms, examples, and definitions) to infer the meaning of unfamiliar words through a 'Word Detective' theme.

A week of daily bell ringers designed to reinforce core figurative language concepts (similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, alliteration, and idioms) through a scientific lab-themed analysis and application.

A 45-minute immersive lesson where students use sensory language to analyze environmental impact and collaborate on protecting 'the last seed.'

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.

Consolidates skills through independent practice and a formal assessment to gauge student mastery.

Focuses on drawing conclusions from informational texts by synthesizing facts and background knowledge.

Focuses on applying inference skills to literary texts, identifying character traits, emotions, and setting clues.

Introduces the core concept of inferencing as an equation: Text Evidence + Schema = Inference. Includes a teacher manual and instructional slides.

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.

A 45-minute intervention lesson on using figurative language (simile, metaphor, and personification) to 'show' rather than 'tell'. Students will analyze Fitzgerald's use of figurative devices and practice crafting their own to elevate their descriptive writing. Aligned with TEKS E3.8(A).