Writing

A deep dive into Chapter 5 of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God', focusing on Joe Starks' rise to power in Eatonville and the shifting symbolism of Janie's pear tree vision as her marriage begins to stifle her spirit.

Drafting the third body paragraph, focusing on shifts in public perception and mastering the counterargument/rebuttal.

A comprehensive study of Kazuo Ishiguro's 'The Remains of the Day' through the lens of transportation, exploring how Stevens's motoring trip serves as both a literal and metaphorical journey of self-discovery and social change.

A 45-minute immersive escape room challenge where students analyze 'Antigone' through the lens of character perspective, source credibility, and tragic structure. Students rotate through stations to solve puzzles and uncover the tragic outcome of the play.

A comprehensive catch-up module for students joining mid-read of Ta-Nehisi Coates' 'The Water Dancer', focusing on the first 25 chapters. It covers the complex social hierarchy, the protagonist's journey, and the supernatural elements of 'Conduction'.

A deep dive into the historical and cultural context of the supernatural in Shakespeare's plays, exploring the societal fears, royal obsessions, and dramatic techniques of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras.

Drafting the final introduction and conclusion (bookending the paper), peer reviewing the full paper, and final polishing using the rubric.

Drafting the second body paragraph, focusing on institutional changes and the breaking of systemic barriers.

Students research and draft their first body paragraph, focusing on the historical context of their sports moment.

Brainstorming significant moments, defining specific criteria for "significance," and analyzing the 'Four Days in October' 30 for 30 documentary as a case study.

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.

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 comprehensive assessment suite for F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, featuring chapter-by-chapter comprehension questions and a detailed answer key.

Students analyze two texts regarding social media screenings to identify arguments for and against the practice, preparing them to write a formal argumentative essay.

Drafting the third body paragraph, focusing on shifts in public perception and mastering the counterargument/rebuttal.

Drafting the final introduction and conclusion (bookending the paper), peer reviewing the full paper, and final polishing using the rubric.

Drafting the second body paragraph, focusing on institutional changes and the breaking of systemic barriers.

Students research and draft their first body paragraph, focusing on the historical context of their sports moment.

Brainstorming significant moments, defining specific criteria for "significance," and analyzing the 'Four Days in October' 30 for 30 documentary as a case study.

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 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 literary analysis comparing the internal struggles and moral dilemmas of Hamlet and Jean Valjean through their iconic soliloquies.

Students will learn the essential components of a Public Service Announcement, focusing on persuasive techniques and crafting a compelling call to action to drive social change.

Students analyze how Kafka uses the Chief Clerk's arrival to explore the theme of authority and the dehumanizing nature of debt and labor.

Students master the use of commas with dialogue tags to punctuate the tense conversation between Gregor, his family, and the Chief Clerk.

Students analyze the arrival of the Chief Clerk and Gregor's deteriorating communication as the pressure to work intensifies.

Students learn to use commas to set off names in direct address, using dialogue from the family's attempts to communicate with Gregor.

An introductory lesson on Shakespeare's Macbeth focusing on its lasting impact on language and modern adaptations, specifically Joel Coen's film.

Analyzes the family's final rejection of Gregor and his subsequent physical and mental decline.

Focuses on Gregor's death and the family's ultimate relief and transformation after his passing.

Introduces the new characters (the boarders and the charwoman) and explores Gregor's deteriorating physical and mental health.

Focuses on the conflict over Gregor's furniture and the first violent confrontation with his father in Part II.

Analyzes the family's financial state and the psychological toll of isolation on Gregor.

Examine Judith Ortiz Cofer's 'The Latin Deli,' focusing on the poetry of everyday moments. Students draft a final body paragraph on how specific places have shaped their voice and finalize their full essay.

Study Amy Tan's 'Mother Tongue' and her mastery of syntax and diction to explore complex identity. Students draft a body paragraph on how the people they were raised by have shaped their voice.

Analyze Cabeza de Vaca's 'La Relación,' focusing on his use of vivid imagery to convey survival. Students draft a body paragraph on how obstacles and challenges have shaped their voice.

Focus on Zora Neale Hurston's 'How It Feels to Be Colored Me' and her use of figurative language to create a defiant, celebratory tone. Students draft their first body paragraph on how culture has shaped their personal voice.

Students analyze two texts regarding social media screenings to identify arguments for and against the practice, preparing them to write a formal argumentative essay.

Drafting the third body paragraph, focusing on shifts in public perception and mastering the counterargument/rebuttal.

Drafting the final introduction and conclusion (bookending the paper), peer reviewing the full paper, and final polishing using the rubric.

Drafting the second body paragraph, focusing on institutional changes and the breaking of systemic barriers.

Students research and draft their first body paragraph, focusing on the historical context of their sports moment.

Brainstorming significant moments, defining specific criteria for "significance," and analyzing the 'Four Days in October' 30 for 30 documentary as a case study.

Explores the pivotal moments of Act Two, including the clash between assimilation and heritage, the purchase of the Clybourne Park house, and the shifting power dynamics within the Younger household.

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.

An in-depth analysis of the 1963 film 'Charade' through the lenses of Hitchcockian tropes, gender performance, and the aesthetics of post-war consumerism.

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 comprehensive lesson on mastering the literary essay, focusing on thesis development and evidence integration using Fahrenheit 451, The Great Gatsby, and Charade as core examples.

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.

Examine Judith Ortiz Cofer's 'The Latin Deli,' focusing on the poetry of everyday moments. Students draft a final body paragraph on how specific places have shaped their voice and finalize their full essay.

Study Amy Tan's 'Mother Tongue' and her mastery of syntax and diction to explore complex identity. Students draft a body paragraph on how the people they were raised by have shaped their voice.

Analyze Cabeza de Vaca's 'La Relación,' focusing on his use of vivid imagery to convey survival. Students draft a body paragraph on how obstacles and challenges have shaped their voice.

Focus on Zora Neale Hurston's 'How It Feels to Be Colored Me' and her use of figurative language to create a defiant, celebratory tone. Students draft their first body paragraph on how culture has shaped their personal voice.

Explores the pivotal moments of Act Two, including the clash between assimilation and heritage, the purchase of the Clybourne Park house, and the shifting power dynamics within the Younger household.

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 creative writing and multimedia project where students curate a 5-track 'soundtrack' representing key moments in their lives, exploring the connection between memory, emotion, and music.

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.

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.

The culminating event: a class-wide slam competition with audience judges, followed by a written reflection on the journey of voice.

Guiding students through the process of choosing a personal topic, finding their unique voice, and drafting a 3-minute slam poem using the techniques learned.

Focusing on the literary and performance techniques that give slam poetry its rhythm, including internal rhyme, repetition, and the 'beat' of the spoken word.

Examine Judith Ortiz Cofer's 'The Latin Deli,' focusing on the poetry of everyday moments. Students draft a final body paragraph on how specific places have shaped their voice and finalize their full essay.

Study Amy Tan's 'Mother Tongue' and her mastery of syntax and diction to explore complex identity. Students draft a body paragraph on how the people they were raised by have shaped their voice.

Analyze Cabeza de Vaca's 'La Relación,' focusing on his use of vivid imagery to convey survival. Students draft a body paragraph on how obstacles and challenges have shaped their voice.

Focus on Zora Neale Hurston's 'How It Feels to Be Colored Me' and her use of figurative language to create a defiant, celebratory tone. Students draft their first body paragraph on how culture has shaped their personal voice.

A deep dive into Chapter 5 of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God', focusing on Joe Starks' rise to power in Eatonville and the shifting symbolism of Janie's pear tree vision as her marriage begins to stifle her spirit.

Drafting the third body paragraph, focusing on shifts in public perception and mastering the counterargument/rebuttal.

This lesson provides a comprehensive 50-point rubric and student-facing checklist for 'The Sequel' group project, focusing on literary evidence, character evolution, and creative multimedia companion pieces.

A comprehensive study of Kazuo Ishiguro's 'The Remains of the Day' through the lens of transportation, exploring how Stevens's motoring trip serves as both a literal and metaphorical journey of self-discovery and social change.

A comprehensive catch-up module for students joining mid-read of Ta-Nehisi Coates' 'The Water Dancer', focusing on the first 25 chapters. It covers the complex social hierarchy, the protagonist's journey, and the supernatural elements of 'Conduction'.

Drafting the final introduction and conclusion (bookending the paper), peer reviewing the full paper, and final polishing using the rubric.

Drafting the second body paragraph, focusing on institutional changes and the breaking of systemic barriers.

Students research and draft their first body paragraph, focusing on the historical context of their sports moment.

Brainstorming significant moments, defining specific criteria for "significance," and analyzing the 'Four Days in October' 30 for 30 documentary as a case study.

Explores the pivotal moments of Act Two, including the clash between assimilation and heritage, the purchase of the Clybourne Park house, and the shifting power dynamics within the Younger household.

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 creative writing and multimedia project where students curate a 5-track 'soundtrack' representing key moments in their lives, exploring the connection between memory, emotion, and music.

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 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.

Examine Judith Ortiz Cofer's 'The Latin Deli,' focusing on the poetry of everyday moments. Students draft a final body paragraph on how specific places have shaped their voice and finalize their full essay.

Study Amy Tan's 'Mother Tongue' and her mastery of syntax and diction to explore complex identity. Students draft a body paragraph on how the people they were raised by have shaped their voice.

Analyze Cabeza de Vaca's 'La Relación,' focusing on his use of vivid imagery to convey survival. Students draft a body paragraph on how obstacles and challenges have shaped their voice.

Focus on Zora Neale Hurston's 'How It Feels to Be Colored Me' and her use of figurative language to create a defiant, celebratory tone. Students draft their first body paragraph on how culture has shaped their personal voice.

This lesson provides a comprehensive 50-point rubric and student-facing checklist for 'The Sequel' group project, focusing on literary evidence, character evolution, and creative multimedia companion pieces.

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 creative writing and multimedia project where students curate a 5-track 'soundtrack' representing key moments in their lives, exploring the connection between memory, emotion, and music.

The culminating event: a class-wide slam competition with audience judges, followed by a written reflection on the journey of voice.

Guiding students through the process of choosing a personal topic, finding their unique voice, and drafting a 3-minute slam poem using the techniques learned.

Focusing on the literary and performance techniques that give slam poetry its rhythm, including internal rhyme, repetition, and the 'beat' of the spoken word.

Introducing the history and impact of spoken word poetry, focusing on how voice and identity shape modern performance art.

A lesson introducing the architectural structure and poetic devices of Shakespearean sonnets, focusing on technical form and figurative language.

The final week of the unit where students synthesize their learning to create their own 'Existentialist Manifesto' or creative work that explores their personal philosophy.

Broadens existentialist thought to include social and internal identity, examining Ralph Ellison's 'Battle Royal' and Clarice Lispector's introspective prose.

Explores the concepts of radical freedom and 'the wall' through Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus, focusing on how individuals navigate choice in an indifferent universe.

An introduction to the unit focusing on the concept of 'The Absurd' through Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis,' exploring themes of alienation, bureaucracy, and the breakdown of identity.

The core lesson for the Hamlet collaborative project, guiding students through thematic analysis, soliloquy performance, and final presentation preparation.

An exploration of the Absurd in modern digital culture, using the Skibidi Toilet phenomenon as a lens for high-level creative writing and literary analysis for 12th-grade students.

A foundational introduction to the building blocks of poetry, focusing on structural elements and themes, specifically designed to bridge into the study of Robert Browning's "My Last Duchess".

Drafting the final introduction and conclusion (bookending the paper), peer reviewing the full paper, and final polishing using the rubric.

Drafting the second body paragraph, focusing on institutional changes and the breaking of systemic barriers.

Students research and draft their first body paragraph, focusing on the historical context of their sports moment.

Brainstorming significant moments, defining specific criteria for "significance," and analyzing the 'Four Days in October' 30 for 30 documentary as a case study.

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 on mastering the literary essay, focusing on thesis development and evidence integration using Fahrenheit 451, The Great Gatsby, and Charade as core examples.

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.

Students analyze the Duke's personality in Robert Browning's 'My Last Duchess' through evidence gathering and a 4-square pre-writing strategy.

A guide for students to draft a formal ANEZZ paragraph analyzing Sharon Olds' poem "The Possessive," focusing on how diction develops tone and connects to universal themes of parent-child conflict.

A comprehensive guide to the construction of a high-quality essay, from the initial blueprint of brainstorming to the final polish of editing. Students learn to architect strong topic sentences, excavate evidence, and refine their work using professional strategies.

A comprehensive review lesson focused on polishing writing conventions, including formal tone, punctuation, run-on sentences, and paragraph structure through active editing exercises.

A comprehensive essay project focused on Marjane Satrapi's 'Persepolis', guiding students through analyzing Marji's character transformation through prompts, thesis building, and structured planning.

A 180-minute writing and simulation workshop, including structural blueprinting, a full-scale mock practice test, and the Final Strike timed essay.

A high-intensity 180-minute session rotating through three 40-minute stations focused on sentence structure, vocabulary decryption, and dense text analysis.

A comprehensive lesson focusing on literary analysis of 'Americanah' and 'American History', specifically examining how differing points of view create narrative tension. Students will use a structured feedback and revision guide to elevate their writing from summary to insight-driven analysis.

This lesson covers the conclusion of 'The Bicycle' and the full chapter 'The Water Cell' from Persepolis. Students explore the themes of fear, family history, and political indoctrination through the lens of Marjane Satrapi's graphic storytelling, comparing the impact of text versus visual elements.

A lesson analyzing Marjane Satrapi's use of symbolism and visual motifs in the second chapter of Persepolis, 'The Bicycle', focusing on the metaphor of revolution and the depiction of crowds.

Examine Judith Ortiz Cofer's 'The Latin Deli,' focusing on the poetry of everyday moments. Students draft a final body paragraph on how specific places have shaped their voice and finalize their full essay.