An introductory lesson on poetry for first graders using video analysis and haiku creation. Students compare two perspectives on poetry before writing their own 5-7-5 nature haiku.
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 collection of detective-themed reading and writing activities focusing on the 'ey' vowel team, covering both long /e/ and long /a/ sounds.
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.
A comprehensive grade 1 literacy lesson focused on academic vocabulary through the lens of bird conservation and care. Students will learn to use Tier 2 words like 'provide', 'protect', and 'observe' while reading about how to support local bird populations.
A foundational vocabulary lesson focusing on common CVC and short-vowel words related to home life and family. Includes flashcards for visual learning and multiple practice sheets for handwriting and comprehension.
A phonics lesson for 2nd graders to distinguish between the voiced (vibrating) and unvoiced (whisper) 'th' sounds at the beginning and end of words. Students will engage with the 'Thunder and Thistle' theme to categorize words and practice pronunciation.
A set of reading comprehension materials about Sianna's magical mermaid adventures under the full moon, offered at different grade levels.
Foundational materials for the unit, including the master 5-day plan and introductory vocabulary exercises to build context for the story's themes.
Summative expository writing project involving research, drafting, and peer publication.
Strategies for revising content for clarity and editing for conventions in timed writing environments.
Developing logical flow through transitions, sentence variety, and academic voice.
Strategies for researching, selecting, and integrating credible evidence to support expository claims.