A comprehensive set of tools for students to analyze mystery novels, focusing on character archetypes, plot devices, and atmospheric elements.
A modern mystery story about two students who uncover a hidden community project through a series of digital clues in their city. The lesson includes the story, comprehension checks, vocabulary support, and a presentation guide.
This lesson provides Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for crafting introductory paragraphs. It utilizes graphic organizers and sentence starters to help students build a strong foundation for informative writing.
A deep-dive analysis of the internal conflict faced by the princess in Frank R. Stockton's classic short story. Students will explore themes of jealousy, love, and barbaric nature through guided discussion and analytical writing.
A scaffolded investigation comparing the classic text of 'The Tell-Tale Heart' with a film adaptation, utilizing executive functioning tools and the RACECES writing strategy.
Students step into the roles of news editors to master the art of consistency and precision. They will learn foundational AP style rules and practice rigorous fact-checking to ensure their articles are ready for the front page.
An English 11 lesson exploring Kurt Vonnegut's 'Harrison Bergeron', focusing on the themes of equality, government control, and the cost of sameness through satire.
A comprehensive lesson on identifying and constructing simple, compound, and complex sentences using a construction site theme.
A comprehension and analysis lesson focused on the final sections of Rex Ogle's memoir, exploring themes of dementia, family legacy, and the enduring power of love.
A collection of comprehension resources for the latter half of R.J. Palacio's Wonder, focusing on perspective shifts and character growth in Parts 4-8.