A comprehensive reading and assessment lesson exploring the life and legacy of Walt Disney, from his humble beginnings on a Missouri farm to the creation of a global entertainment empire.

A fantasy-themed reading lesson focused on character motivations and cause-and-effect relationships through the story of a dragon with magic ink.

An exploration of Walt Disney's life and legacy, focusing on his perseverance and innovation. Students will engage with a complex informational text and demonstrate deep comprehension through evidence-based analysis.

A creative writing lesson focused on retelling or creating original fairy tales from two distinct character perspectives, emphasizing narrative structure and character voice.

A collection of resources designed to help fifth-grade students develop their opinion writing skills through engaging prompts and structured feedback.

This 4-hour morning block introduces students to Tito Puente's legacy. It combines biographical reading, listening to Latin Jazz, and creative writing using similes and metaphors inspired by the rhythm of the timbales.

A lesson centered on the historic marathon record-breaking event, focusing on reading comprehension through 'Wh' questions and understanding the evolution of athletic performance.

A lesson focused on identifying and analyzing four common text structures (sequence, problem/solution, comparison, and cause/effect) using content about how brains work.

A comprehensive literacy and history packet exploring Paul Revere's legendary journey through vocabulary building, close reading, and critical analysis.

A comprehensive ELA curriculum review for 4th grade featuring a customizable Bingo game where students build their own boards using key terms from the year's units.

A creative writing lesson that teaches 3rd-grade students how to replace flat 'Tell' sentences with descriptive 'Show' sentences using physical clues and actions.

A mystery-themed lesson where 3rd and 4th grade students act as language detectives to identify and create metaphors while solving a narrative classroom puzzle.

An introductory lesson on similes and metaphors using a detective-themed 'Comparison Code' to help students identify and understand figurative language.

In this lesson, students will master the "y to i" spelling rule when adding inflectional endings (-s, -es, -ed) to words ending in consonant-y, through a focused safari-themed expedition.

A focused lesson on the first step of the EmPOWER writing method, teaching students how to analyze writing prompts to determine the required number of parts for their response.

A hands-on mystery writing and logic lesson where students analyze evidence and use deductive reasoning to solve 'The Case of the Missing Mascot'. Students will learn the difference between observation and inference while building a persuasive case against a suspect.

A focused lesson on building thesis statements using the Topic + Claim + Reasons formula, specifically designed for 1:1 instructional settings.

A comprehensive ELL lesson focused on mastering Tier 2 vocabulary through context clues and improving writing through editing and proofreading. Students explore an urban mystery while developing essential language skills.

A grammar and mechanics lesson focused on proofreading technical descriptions of famous inventions. Students identify and correct errors in spelling, capitalization, and verb tenses.

A comprehensive writing packet for 4th-grade MLLs to guide them through a 5-paragraph essay comparing life on Earth vs. life in space. The lesson includes a scaffolded workbook and a teacher facilitation guide.

A creative writing lesson focused on descriptive narrative skills through a beach-themed story starter and illustration prompt.

The resolution of the mystery surrounding Herman E. Calloway and the stones, focusing on themes of legacy, belonging, and hope.

Bud's trek toward Grand Rapids, his encounter with Lefty Lewis, and his first introduction to the world of jazz musicians.

Follow Bud's journey to the library and Hooverville, exploring the social realities of the Great Depression and the importance of community.

Introduction to Bud Caldwell, the Amoses, and the initial escape from the Home, focusing on characterization and the 'Rules and Things' motif.

A comprehensive novel study for Lois Lowry's 'Number the Stars', focusing on historical context, literary devices, and character development in occupied Denmark.

Final mastery session focusing on full sentences, signatures, and club graduation.

Completing the uppercase alphabet with complex strokes: S, L, U, W, V, Y, Z, X, and Q.

Practicing uppercase letters with undercurve starts: T, F, H, K, M, and N.

Focusing on uppercase letters with oval starts: O, C, E, A, D, and G.

Beginning uppercase letters with straight and slant starts: I, J, P, R, and B.

Mastering the tricky connections between letters like o, v, w, and b.

Practicing 'overcurve' letters and humps: n, m, v, x, y, and z.