A lesson focused on objective summarization of the Prometheus myth, specifically the theft of fire, aligned with RI.6.2. Students learn to separate factual retelling from personal opinion while maintaining strong organization.
Students learn to identify and apply rhetorical devices (ethos, pathos, logos) through the lens of environmental advocacy, culminating in a local civic action project.
A comprehensive training for new elementary teachers focusing on the Big 6 components of literacy, High Impact Practices, and expert teacher observations based on NYSED standards.
A comprehensive suite of materials for observing and analyzing Rick's Reading Workshop, including transcripts, pedagogical charts, and presentation slides for teacher training.
A comprehension-focused lesson on the prologue and Act 1 of Romeo and Juliet, using Wh- questions to ensure students grasp the foundational plot points and character motivations.
A 30-minute exploration of author's purpose using Julia Alvarez's 'In the Time of the Butterflies', focusing on how historical fiction serves to honor, inform, and inspire.
A lesson exploring the evolution of the Olympic Games while mastering the skills of identifying central ideas and crafting objective summaries.
A focused lesson on identifying the main idea within complex non-fiction texts about North Carolina history, specifically the mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke.
A decodable literacy lesson for first graders focusing on the /ou/ phonics pattern (UFLI Lesson 83) set in a freshwater marsh habitat, featuring mice and frogs.
A targeted review lesson focused on identifying themes in literature and writing concise summaries that highlight the development of those themes, specifically designed for ILEARN test preparation.
A lesson exploring the themes of Shirley Jackson's 'The Lottery,' focusing on the dangers of blindly following tradition and improving writing through error analysis and correction.