A high-school lesson focused on synthesizing multiple texts to craft a Jane Schaffer-style argumentative response for the Texas EOC. Students analyze environmental conservation efforts through poetry and informational text.

A 45-minute intensive lesson focused on analyzing conflict and theme across poetry and fiction, featuring EOC-style assessment questions aligned with Texas English 1 TEKS.

An introduction to the setting, main characters, and primary conflict of 'The Outsiders' through the first three chapters, featuring visual vocabulary and structured comprehension.

A vocabulary-focused introduction to the core concepts of Shirley Jackson's 'The Lottery,' focusing on tradition, conformity, ritual, and scapegoating.

A 45-minute introductory lesson for Shirley Jackson's 'The Lottery', focusing on atmosphere, foreshadowing, and the power of tradition. Students will explore the story's initial pastoral setting and hunt for clues that hint at its dark conclusion.

A focused vocabulary lesson covering 10 essential terms, emphasizing word meaning, pronunciation, and contextual application through practice and assessment.

A deep dive into the middle section of Jason Reynolds' 'Long Way Down', focusing on how the ghosts on floors 7, 6, and 5 use symbols to challenge Will's perspective on 'The Rules' and the cycle of violence.

A lesson focused on the first half of Will's elevator ride in 'Long Way Down', analyzing how the ghosts and their symbols reveal themes of grief and the cycle of violence.

A high-stakes, data-driven execution plan for English 3 educators and administrators to bridge performance gaps before the STAAR assessment. Includes a comprehensive slide deck for administrative review and a tracking guide for implementation.