A targeted lesson for ELL students (WIDA Levels 1-2) focusing on character analysis and reading comprehension of Book 4 of the Odyssey, centered on Telemachus and Menelaus.

A high school ELA lesson exploring the intersection of biology and poetry. Students analyze how anatomical metaphors bridge physical sensation and complex human emotion, culminating in the creation of their own figurative 'anatomies'.

A foundational lesson on identifying theme, distinguishing between topics and universal messages, and understanding the 'so what' of a story.

Deep dive into the core themes of perseverance, teamwork, and personal growth required for the final summative projects.

A focused assessment lesson covering the climax and resolution of Arthur Miller's The Crucible, specifically targeting character development and motivations in Act IV.

An exploration of satire and rhetorical devices through the lens of Kurt Vonnegut's '2BR02B', focusing on how irony, hyperbole, and understatement critique societal obsession with perfection and control.

A high school English lesson where students conduct a mock trial for a tragic hero, analyzing textual evidence to explore themes of fate, choice, and moral culpability.