Writing

A lesson focused on identifying theme by collecting evidence, identifying topics, and synthesizing life lessons.

A comprehensive set of guided notes and materials based on the 'Building Your Children Book' workshop slides, covering theme, characterization, story structure, and sentence syntax.

Polishes the narrative voice by adjusting language, tone, and sentence structure to suit a specific target age group.

Dives into the structural requirements of a children's book, focusing on the classic three-act arc and the specific pacing needed for illustrated storytelling.

Focuses on the foundational elements of a children's book: establishing a meaningful theme and creating relatable characters for a young audience.

The final planning phase where students map out the relationship between text and illustration using a professional storyboard layout.

Students learn how to weave meaningful life lessons and themes into their narratives without becoming overly didactic or 'preachy.'

An exploration of the classic three-act structure tailored for the pacing of a 32-page children's book format.

Students design relatable protagonists and supporting characters, focusing on visual characterization and emotional accessibility for children.

Students explore the developmental stages of young readers and analyze how language, tone, and complexity shift depending on the target audience age.

Final editing, peer feedback, and the digital showcase of students' completed storybook slide presentations.

Students translate their stories into a visual medium, focusing on pacing, slide layout, and the interaction between text and image.

Focus on creating relatable characters and crafting a compelling plot arc specifically for a young audience.

Students analyze mentor texts to identify common elements of children's literature and define their target audience and core theme.

A focused exploration of character transformation in Elie Wiesel's 'Night' during the pivotal events of chapters 5 and 6, designed with scaffolds for diverse learners.

A comprehensive series of worksheets exploring nine essential literary devices through reading passages, identification tasks, and creative writing exercises.

A collaborative 1-week final project where students form news crews to report on the tragic events of Verona, requiring deep analysis of character motives and textual evidence.

An English I lesson exploring Natasha Trethewey's poem 'At Dusk,' focusing on theme, figurative language, and poetic structure through STAAR-aligned analysis.

A workshop-focused lesson where students refine their original work and compile their final poetry portfolios.

Connects historical protest to contemporary global conflicts and the power of spoken word poetry.

A comprehensive final exam focusing on the synthesis of literary themes including struggle, grit, and empathy. Students analyze a narrative passage and a poem before composing a multi-paragraph synthesis essay.

This lesson focuses on comparing and contrasting character responses to conflict in literature using 'Frosted Fire' and 'Sara Sees Red'. Students will analyze character development and gather evidence to support a literary analysis essay.

A targeted grammar lesson focused on identifying and correcting run-on sentences using coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS) within the context of Frederick Douglass's narrative.

A series of five entrance tickets designed for high school students to practice Tier 2 vocabulary related to learning from others, while mastering compound and complex sentence structures.

A comprehensive guide to mastering argumentative writing for high schoolers, featuring annotated exemplars on AI and energy drinks, a step-by-step architect's guide, and structured outlining tools.

An answer key for the June 2024 Quarter 4 Internal Assessment for World Literature, covering reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and transitions.

A comprehensive lesson covering TSIA2 grammar standards, including sentence structure, punctuation, agreement, and logical diction. Includes instructional slides, a 20-question practice exam, and a detailed explanation key.

Students analyze the climax of Section I, where Gregor is revealed to his family and the Chief Clerk. They will focus on the father's aggressive reaction and the symbolism of the final push back into the room.

Students examine the breakdown of communication between Gregor and his family. They will analyze the symbolism of Gregor's changing voice and use affixes to decode complex words.

Students analyze Gregor's professional life and his feelings of alienation. They will focus on characterization and the arrival of the Chief Clerk, exploring how Gregor's identity is tied to his labor.

Students explore the opening of the novella, focusing on Gregor's physical transformation and his initial internal reaction. They will practice using context clues and the IDEAS method to define difficult vocabulary.

Students explore the theme of alienation and the role of family debt in Kafka's life and work. They will practice identifying these themes in short text excerpts and learn how to use the RACE format with transition words.

Students are introduced to the concepts of magical realism and the term "Kafkaesque." They will learn how Kafka blends ordinary reality with impossible, nightmare-like situations to create a unique literary style.

Students examine the historical and social context of Prague in the late 1800s. They will explore how Kafka's identity as a German-speaking Jew in a Czech city contributed to the themes of isolation in his writing.

Students read a simplified biography of Franz Kafka to understand the author's background, his difficult relationship with his father, and his "double life" as an office worker and a writer.

A high-intensity 90-minute workshop designed to move students from a score of 6 to 8 on the Texas English I Argumentative ECR by focusing on quote integration, thorough development, and sophisticated organization. Students analyze a passage on the 4-day school week and practice drafting a high-scoring response.

A 90-minute intensive workshop designed to help students transition from a basic score (3) to a top-tier score (6) on the Texas English I Argumentative ECR. The lesson focuses on evidence integration, transitions, and counter-arguments using the controversial topic of four-day school weeks.

A 90-minute differentiated writing workshop designed to move students up the Texas English 1 EOC argumentative writing rubric through targeted stations. Students analyze samples, use tiered graphic organizers, and engage in peer review centered on the 'Value of Community Service' prompt.

A 90-minute intensive workshop designed to help students climb the STAAR English 1 EOC Argumentative Writing rubric. Students decode score points, analyze evidence-based arguments, and practice targeted revisions to level up their writing from basic to advanced.

A set of three interactive writing stations where students analyze a provided article about social media's impact on mental health and draft a complete informative essay using graphic organizers and sentence frames.

A comprehensive set of guided notes and materials based on the 'Building Your Children Book' workshop slides, covering theme, characterization, story structure, and sentence syntax.

Polishes the narrative voice by adjusting language, tone, and sentence structure to suit a specific target age group.

Dives into the structural requirements of a children's book, focusing on the classic three-act arc and the specific pacing needed for illustrated storytelling.

Focuses on the foundational elements of a children's book: establishing a meaningful theme and creating relatable characters for a young audience.

A series of five entrance tickets designed for high school students to practice Tier 2 vocabulary related to learning from others, while mastering compound and complex sentence structures.

A comprehensive lesson covering TSIA2 grammar standards, including sentence structure, punctuation, agreement, and logical diction. Includes instructional slides, a 20-question practice exam, and a detailed explanation key.

A 90-minute intensive lesson designed to bridge the gap between proficient (8) and advanced (10) scores on the Texas English 1 Argumentative ECR, focusing on counter-arguments, syntax, and sophisticated word choice.

A 90-minute intensive workshop designed to help students climb the STAAR English 1 EOC Argumentative Writing rubric. Students decode score points, analyze evidence-based arguments, and practice targeted revisions to level up their writing from basic to advanced.

The final week of drills providing high-rigor mixed practice to simulate the full range of the TSIA2 Writing section.

The third week of drills introducing more nuanced grammar rules and mixed practice scenarios.

The second week of drills focusing on organizational flow and complex sentence combining techniques.

The first week of TSIA2 preparation focusing on the fundamental rules of punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure through daily three-question drills.

A high-impact tutoring session focused on STAAR writing skills, specifically targeting apostrophes, comma rules, and sentence combining through direct instruction and intensive practice.

A comprehensive lesson focusing on high-leverage revising and editing skills for the STAAR EOC English I & II exams, including sentence combining, transitions, and structural coherence.

A high-energy editing and revising game where students master comma splices, pronoun-antecedent agreement, and sentence structure through verbal challenges.

A rotation-based lesson featuring three 20-minute stations: Thesis Foundations, Paired Scaffolding, and Sentence Surgeon.

A rotation-based lesson featuring three 20-minute stations: Thesis Foundations, Paired Scaffolding, and Sentence Surgeon.

A practice assessment focused on revising and editing skills for the Texas English 1 EOC, featuring a passage on environmental conservation. Students will practice sentence combining, clarity, and grammatical corrections in a STAAR-aligned format.

A targeted revising and editing lesson focused on sentence combining techniques, themed around the short story 'The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant'. Students practice merging short, choppy sentences into sophisticated prose.

A comprehensive prep lesson for the TSIA2 ELAR section, covering reading comprehension, text analysis, and sentence-level writing skills. Includes a high-impact review presentation and a full 30-question practice exam with answer key.

A comprehensive lesson teaching students to identify media bias in newspaper articles using specific techniques like headline framing, sensationalism, and omission. Students take on the role of 'Headline Hackers' to critique and edit biased news.

An ELL Level 1 focused investigation into the reliability of Nick Carraway and the truthfulness of Jay Gatsby's backstory in Chapter 4 of The Great Gatsby. This lesson uses a graphic organizer and sentence frames to scaffold literary analysis for beginning English learners.

A comprehensive test preparation lesson for the Grade 10 Arkansas ATLAS ELA assessment, focusing on synthesis of complex texts, evidence-based analysis, and extended argumentative writing.

A high school ELA and social studies lesson exploring the persuasive power of historical speeches through the lens of rhetorical appeals and strategic word choice. Students analyze landmark oratory to understand how leaders influence public sentiment during pivotal moments.

A comprehensive guide to mastering argumentative writing for high schoolers, featuring annotated exemplars on AI and energy drinks, a step-by-step architect's guide, and structured outlining tools.

A deep dive into Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart', focusing on the mechanics of suspense, the psychology of the unreliable narrator, and the sharp edge of gothic irony.

A 45-minute lesson where students showcase their media literacy investigations through screencasts, engage in peer evaluation using a professional rubric, and reflect on their growth as digital fact-checkers.

A collaborative 1-week final project where students form news crews to report on the tragic events of Verona, requiring deep analysis of character motives and textual evidence.

A lesson focused on mastering the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) framework through investigative practice and sentence structure analysis.

A lesson focused on understanding the structural components of an argumentative essay through a hands-on sorting and sequencing activity.

A workshop-focused lesson where students refine their original work and compile their final poetry portfolios.

Connects historical protest to contemporary global conflicts and the power of spoken word poetry.

Examines poetry as a tool for social change during the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement.

Explores the visceral imagery and disillusioned perspectives of World War I poets like Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon.

A lesson focused on analyzing complex social situations involving respect and translating those analyses into persuasive or argumentative essays. Students will evaluate different perspectives and build logical arguments.

A 90-minute intensive lesson designed to bridge the gap between proficient (8) and advanced (10) scores on the Texas English 1 Argumentative ECR, focusing on counter-arguments, syntax, and sophisticated word choice.

A high-intensity 90-minute workshop designed to move students from a score of 6 to 8 on the Texas English I Argumentative ECR by focusing on quote integration, thorough development, and sophisticated organization. Students analyze a passage on the 4-day school week and practice drafting a high-scoring response.

A 90-minute intensive workshop designed to help students transition from a basic score (3) to a top-tier score (6) on the Texas English I Argumentative ECR. The lesson focuses on evidence integration, transitions, and counter-arguments using the controversial topic of four-day school weeks.

A 90-minute differentiated writing workshop designed to move students up the Texas English 1 EOC argumentative writing rubric through targeted stations. Students analyze samples, use tiered graphic organizers, and engage in peer review centered on the 'Value of Community Service' prompt.

A 90-minute intensive workshop designed to help students climb the STAAR English 1 EOC Argumentative Writing rubric. Students decode score points, analyze evidence-based arguments, and practice targeted revisions to level up their writing from basic to advanced.

A literary analysis assessment where students connect the themes of social injustice and moral courage in Maya Angelou's 'Caged Bird' to Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird'.

A comprehensive final exam focusing on the synthesis of literary themes including struggle, grit, and empathy. Students analyze a narrative passage and a poem before composing a multi-paragraph synthesis essay.

A comprehensive final exam centered on Guy de Maupassant's 'The Necklace,' focusing on theme, moral message, and the CER+C writing framework.

A deep-dive analysis of the internal conflict faced by the princess in Frank R. Stockton's classic short story. Students will explore themes of jealousy, love, and barbaric nature through guided discussion and analytical writing.

A mini-lesson on journalism leads that teaches students how to use delayed (anecdotal) leads to bridge personal stories with universal claims about social media's impact on teen mental health.

A focused analysis of Act III of The Crucible, exploring the intense courtroom drama through characterization, foils, and authorial tone with heavy linguistic support for English learners.

An ELL Level 1 focused investigation into the reliability of Nick Carraway and the truthfulness of Jay Gatsby's backstory in Chapter 4 of The Great Gatsby. This lesson uses a graphic organizer and sentence frames to scaffold literary analysis for beginning English learners.

A scaffolded analysis of Jay Gatsby's pursuit of Daisy Buchanan for ELL Level 1 students, focusing on the distinction between romance and obsession through graphic organizers and sentence frames.

A comprehensive test preparation lesson for the Grade 10 Arkansas ATLAS ELA assessment, focusing on synthesis of complex texts, evidence-based analysis, and extended argumentative writing.

A high school ELA and social studies lesson exploring the persuasive power of historical speeches through the lens of rhetorical appeals and strategic word choice. Students analyze landmark oratory to understand how leaders influence public sentiment during pivotal moments.

A comprehensive guide to mastering argumentative writing for high schoolers, featuring annotated exemplars on AI and energy drinks, a step-by-step architect's guide, and structured outlining tools.

A lesson focused on mastering the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) framework through investigative practice and sentence structure analysis.

An answer key for the June 2024 Quarter 4 Internal Assessment for World Literature, covering reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and transitions.

A lesson focused on understanding the structural components of an argumentative essay through a hands-on sorting and sequencing activity.

An ELL Level 1 adapted lesson for Chapter 4 of The Great Gatsby, focusing on romance vs. obsession through the lens of 'Red Flags' and 'Green Flags'. Includes vocabulary scaffolding, visual aids, and a creative meme project.

A lesson focused on analyzing complex social situations involving respect and translating those analyses into persuasive or argumentative essays. Students will evaluate different perspectives and build logical arguments.

A 90-minute intensive lesson designed to bridge the gap between proficient (8) and advanced (10) scores on the Texas English 1 Argumentative ECR, focusing on counter-arguments, syntax, and sophisticated word choice.

A high-intensity 90-minute workshop designed to move students from a score of 6 to 8 on the Texas English I Argumentative ECR by focusing on quote integration, thorough development, and sophisticated organization. Students analyze a passage on the 4-day school week and practice drafting a high-scoring response.

A 90-minute intensive workshop designed to help students transition from a basic score (3) to a top-tier score (6) on the Texas English I Argumentative ECR. The lesson focuses on evidence integration, transitions, and counter-arguments using the controversial topic of four-day school weeks.

A comprehensive 90-minute workshop designed to move Texas English 1 students from a score of 0 to 3 on the Argumentative ECR rubric. Students focus on building defensible thesis statements and selecting high-impact text evidence using a 'blueprint' approach to writing.

A lesson focused on identifying theme by collecting evidence, identifying topics, and synthesizing life lessons.

A rigorous assessment focusing on modern literary analysis and thematic synthesis. Students explore grit, struggle, and empathy through contemporary prose and poetry from diverse perspectives.

A comparative literary analysis assessment for 10th-grade students focusing on grit and perseverance in the works of Maya Angelou and Tara Westover. Students will analyze how literary techniques convey themes of resilience and overcoming systemic or personal limitations.

A literary analysis assessment where students connect the themes of social injustice and moral courage in Maya Angelou's 'Caged Bird' to Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird'.

A comprehensive final assessment focused on synthesizing themes of the American Dream and the American Experience through a comparative analysis of unseen texts and core curriculum works.

A comparative analysis writing assessment exploring themes of resilience, strength, and human empathy through William Ernest Henley's 'Invictus' and Elie Wiesel's 'Night'. Students will analyze how different literary forms depict the survival of the human spirit during extreme suffering.

A comprehensive final exam focusing on the synthesis of literary themes including struggle, grit, and empathy. Students analyze a narrative passage and a poem before composing a multi-paragraph synthesis essay.

A comprehensive final exam centered on Guy de Maupassant's 'The Necklace,' focusing on theme, moral message, and the CER+C writing framework.

Visual and structured supports for WIDA Level 1 and 2 students exploring character motivation and thematic contrasts in Krakauer's Into the Wild. Includes vocabulary scaffolding, graphic organizers, and sentence frames.

This lesson provides Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for crafting introductory paragraphs. It utilizes graphic organizers and sentence starters to help students build a strong foundation for informative writing.

A scaffolded investigation comparing the classic text of 'The Tell-Tale Heart' with a film adaptation, utilizing executive functioning tools and the RACECES writing strategy.

A comprehensive set of guided notes and materials based on the 'Building Your Children Book' workshop slides, covering theme, characterization, story structure, and sentence syntax.

A comprehensive set of tools for students to analyze mystery novels, focusing on character archetypes, plot devices, and atmospheric elements.

A mini-lesson on journalism leads that teaches students how to use delayed (anecdotal) leads to bridge personal stories with universal claims about social media's impact on teen mental health.

A scaffolded analysis of Jay Gatsby's pursuit of Daisy Buchanan for ELL Level 1 students, focusing on the distinction between romance and obsession through graphic organizers and sentence frames.

A comprehensive guide to mastering evidence-based writing and constructed responses for the Arkansas ATLAS assessment, focusing on the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) framework.

This lesson focuses on comparing and contrasting character responses to conflict in literature using 'Frosted Fire' and 'Sara Sees Red'. Students will analyze character development and gather evidence to support a literary analysis essay.

A deep dive into the 1963 film 'Charade,' focusing on its unique blend of genres and the central theme of fluid identity. Students will analyze how the film challenges audience expectations through its shifting tone and deceptive characters.

A comprehensive guide to crafting a literary analysis of Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451, focusing on thesis construction, thematic exploration, and structural mastery.

A comprehensive lesson teaching students how to analyze the 1963 film Charade through the lenses of genre, character evolution, and historical context. Students will learn to synthesize these elements into a structured literary analysis essay.

A lesson focused on identifying theme by collecting evidence, identifying topics, and synthesizing life lessons.

A scaffolded investigation comparing the classic text of 'The Tell-Tale Heart' with a film adaptation, utilizing executive functioning tools and the RACECES writing strategy.

A comprehensive set of tools for students to analyze mystery novels, focusing on character archetypes, plot devices, and atmospheric elements.

A mini-lesson on journalism leads that teaches students how to use delayed (anecdotal) leads to bridge personal stories with universal claims about social media's impact on teen mental health.

This lesson compares two student presentations on the god Hermes to help students understand grading criteria and how to improve their own mythological research projects.

A lesson focused on distilling the complex, dual-narrative structure of Art Spiegelman's Maus I into a concise summary using structured graphic organizers and sentence stems.

A lesson focused on equipping students with the academic language and structural tools needed to write a sophisticated summary of Art Spiegelman's Maus, focusing on both narrative and visual elements.

A focused exploration of character transformation in Elie Wiesel's 'Night' during the pivotal events of chapters 5 and 6, designed with scaffolds for diverse learners.

An answer key for the June 2024 Quarter 4 Internal Assessment for World Literature, covering reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and transitions.

Students analyze the climax of Section I, where Gregor is revealed to his family and the Chief Clerk. They will focus on the father's aggressive reaction and the symbolism of the final push back into the room.

Students examine the breakdown of communication between Gregor and his family. They will analyze the symbolism of Gregor's changing voice and use affixes to decode complex words.

Students analyze Gregor's professional life and his feelings of alienation. They will focus on characterization and the arrival of the Chief Clerk, exploring how Gregor's identity is tied to his labor.

Students explore the opening of the novella, focusing on Gregor's physical transformation and his initial internal reaction. They will practice using context clues and the IDEAS method to define difficult vocabulary.

Students explore the theme of alienation and the role of family debt in Kafka's life and work. They will practice identifying these themes in short text excerpts and learn how to use the RACE format with transition words.

Students are introduced to the concepts of magical realism and the term "Kafkaesque." They will learn how Kafka blends ordinary reality with impossible, nightmare-like situations to create a unique literary style.

Students examine the historical and social context of Prague in the late 1800s. They will explore how Kafka's identity as a German-speaking Jew in a Czech city contributed to the themes of isolation in his writing.

Students read a simplified biography of Franz Kafka to understand the author's background, his difficult relationship with his father, and his "double life" as an office worker and a writer.