A humorous dive into figurative language using modern internet slang and 'brainrot' culture to make literary devices relatable and engaging for middle school students.

A high-interest lesson focused on tracing and evaluating arguments about the benefits of video games, specifically designed for middle school students who need reading support.

A set of resources covering the first six chapters of Aisha Saeed's novel Amal Unbound, focusing on literal recall and foundational comprehension.

A lesson designed for middle school students reading at a 5th-grade level, focusing on building inferencing skills through a short story about a first-time trip to New York City. The lesson includes a reading passage, a structured graphic organizer, and an answer key for teachers.

A deep dive into the opening chapters of 'All The Ways Home', exploring Kaede's emotional state, his relationship with his family, and the beginning of his journey to Japan.

A comprehensive graphic organizer set designed for middle school students reading at a 5th-grade level. The lesson focuses on informational text comprehension through the lens of video game development, covering main ideas, vocabulary, and questioning.

An introduction to the novel and comprehension check for the first seven chapters, covering Kaede's departure from Vancouver and her initial adjustment to life in Japan.

A lesson analyzing figurative language and visual symbolism in the song 'The Other Side' by SZA and Justin Timberlake. Students will explore central metaphors and how visual elements in media reinforce lyrical themes.

A comprehension-focused lesson covering the initial chapters of 'Amal Unbound', focusing on character introduction, setting, and the inciting incident. Includes visual supports and scaffolded writing prompts to assist students in analyzing Amal's early journey.

A sophisticated ELA lesson where 7th-grade students act as 'Intelligence Officers' to conduct a character analysis. Students create a physical 'Case File' (dossier) filled with evidence, witness statements, and psychological profiles to deeply understand character motivation and traits.