A week-long exploration of poetry and nature, focusing on sensory language and observational skills in the library and media center. Includes differentiated worksheets and slides.

A comprehensive review lesson for 5th-grade students to master the skill of identifying universal themes in classic fables through analysis and discussion.

An introductory lesson on argument writing using the 'Tech Tug of War' theme. Students will learn the components of an argument (claim, evidence, reasoning) and apply them to the debate of whether technology is helpful or harmful.

An introduction to the foundational structure of argumentative writing, focusing on how to build a logical and persuasive case from the ground up.

A comprehensive guide to mastering argumentative writing, focusing on structural integrity, evidence-based claims, and the art of the counterargument.

A lesson focused on identifying, punctuating, and constructing appositives to improve sentence variety and detail. Students will learn to combine related sentences and add descriptive noun phrases to their writing.

A comprehensive 5-day vocabulary study focused on the foundational words of American democracy and civil action. Students will explore definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and context through various interactive exercises.

The summative assessment for the unit. Students synthesize their knowledge of science fiction sub-genres to create an original world, character, and plot premise.

Investigating the mechanics and consequences of temporal manipulation. Students explore causality, the Butterfly Effect, and the logical paradoxes that define the genre.

Examining the darker side of speculation. How authors use extreme social and political scenarios to critique modern society and explore the consequences of authoritarianism and environmental collapse.

Exploring the vastness of the cosmos and the psychological and ethical implications of meeting extraterrestrial life. Focuses on the Fermi Paradox and 'First Contact' scenarios.

An introduction to the defining characteristics of science fiction and an exploration of Artificial Intelligence and ethics through the lens of 'Hard' and 'Soft' sci-fi.