A focused lesson on identifying and constructing the three core types of academic claims: Fact, Value, and Policy. Students move from basic identification to analyzing how these claims work together in complex arguments.
A lesson focused on developing inferential and critical thinking skills for 3rd-grade readers, using a detective-themed approach to "solve" stories by looking for clues.
An advanced exploration of the Shakespearean sonnet, focusing on iambic pentameter, rhyme schemes, and the structural 'volta'. This lesson challenges students to analyze the subversion of courtly love tropes in Sonnet 130.
A comprehensive set of reading comprehension questions for Kwame Alexander's 'The Crossover', focusing on both literal recall and deeper inferential thinking.
A deep dive into the dual-narrative structure of Wendelin Van Draanen's 'Flipped', focusing on character growth, perspective, and moral development.
A deep dive into the themes of Rex Ogle's memoir 'Abuela, Don't Forget Me', focusing on the power of unconditional love, cultural identity, and resilience through hardship.
A grammar-focused lesson revising numbers, plural nouns, and the present perfect within the context of gender equality in India.
A vocabulary-focused speech-language therapy lesson for middle schoolers centered on the Artemis II mission. Students learn to use context clues (IDEAS) to decipher mission-specific terminology.
The final 10-minute review session focusing on source integration and exam structure using Set 6 questions.
A 10-minute session on vocabulary, tone, and formal style using Set 5 questions, featuring strategies for identifying author vibe.
A 10-minute focus on the Part 3 Text-Analysis Response using Set 4 questions, highlighting the importance of explaining 'how' strategies work.
A 10-minute deep dive into argument analysis and source integration using Set 3 questions, focusing on the purpose of counterclaims.