Builds word mastery through parts of speech, Greek and Latin roots, and morphological analysis of prefixes and suffixes. Develops nuanced comprehension using context clues, shades of meaning, and idiomatic expressions.
A 3-day intensive deep dive into the core skills of STAAR English I, focusing on Fiction, Informational, and Argumentative genres through the lens of 'The Architect's Blueprint.' Students analyze how authors construct meaning and apply those structures to their own writing.
An advanced 11th-grade ELA sequence exploring semantic nuance through analogies. Students analyze word intensity, connotation, taxonomy, and paradoxical relationships to master verbal precision and logical reasoning.
A high-level bridging of English Language Arts and formal logic, focusing on the structural patterns of reasoning through analogies. Students move from basic symbolic notation to complex deductive puzzles, treating language with mathematical precision.
A high-level sequence for 11th-grade students focusing on the mechanics of solving verbal analogies through bridge sentences, degree analysis, abstract associations, and test-taking strategies. Students will develop the ability to decode complex vocabulary relationships using systematic logical frameworks.
A comprehensive unit on figurative language set in the whimsical world of a Cosmic Carnival, covering nine key literary devices through interactive slides, a QR code scavenger hunt, and a rigorous mastery assessment.
A 10-lesson thematic unit for 9th-grade ESOL students focusing on Shakespeare's Macbeth, integrating systemic language instruction, morphology, and phonics (R-controlled vowels) with high-school level analysis.
A curriculum development sequence focused on helping teachers bridge ELA and History through linguistics and etymology.
This inquiry-driven sequence focuses on etymology as a reference skill, teaching students to trace word origins to understand language evolution and historical context. Students move from decoding individual roots to analyzing how historical events shape the English lexicon, culminating in a 'word biography' project.
An advanced rhetorical study of foreign words and expressions in professional and literary contexts, focusing on the tension between prestige and alienation. Students move from technical mechanics and common misuses to analyzing code-switching in literature and designing corporate style policies.
An 11th-grade ELA sequence exploring the sociological impact of foreign loanwords in modern media. Students analyze etymology, cultural context, and media usage of expressions from German, Spanish, Yiddish, and more to understand how language reflects societal moods.
A high-energy, grade 11 vocabulary sequence focused on the mastery of foreign loanwords and expressions common in academic and standardized testing contexts. Students move from morphological analysis to active usage through gamified challenges and systematic practice.
A high school ELA sequence exploring French loanwords and their impact on tone, mood, and sophistication. Students analyze historical, cultural, and literary contexts to expand their descriptive vocabulary.
This high school ELA sequence explores Latin terminology in rhetoric, law, and academia. Students move from identifying logical fallacies to applying legal concepts and scholarly abbreviations, culminating in a persuasive project that leverages classical authority for modern argumentation.
A sophisticated exploration of French loanwords in English, focusing on their use in art, literature, and social critique to provide students with the vocabulary of cultural criticism.
This sequence immerses students in the scholarly and rhetorical traditions that shape formal academic discourse, focusing on Latin and Greek expressions prevalent in university-level writing and debate. Students will analyze how terms like 'ad hominem,' 'non sequitur,' and 'status quo' function as shorthand for complex logical concepts, culminating in a Socratic seminar.
This sequence explores loanwords from German, Spanish, Italian, and Yiddish, focusing on their cultural origins, tricky orthography, and precise meanings. Students will engage in morphological analysis, categorization, and inquiry-based research to master these linguistic imports.
This sequence explores the heavy influence of the French language on English, specifically regarding words that describe tone, art, social etiquette, and nuance. Students will investigate why English speakers often revert to French loanwords to capture specific feelings or concepts that English lacks single words for (le mot juste). The learning journey moves from historical context to literary analysis, helping students appreciate connotation and cultural prestige in language.
This sequence explores the rhetorical power and nuance of foreign phrases in English, moving from context-clue inference to stylistic application in creative writing. Students will analyze how words like 'carpe diem' and 'déjà vu' add layers of meaning that standard English translations often lack.
Students act as linguistic detectives to uncover why English adopted specific terms from Latin, French, and Spanish. The sequence moves from understanding etymology to mastering high-frequency loanwords and identifying linguistic roots using research tools.
Students become linguistic historians, investigating the etymology, cultural origins, and evolution of advanced English vocabulary through research and creative projects.
A comprehensive 20-lesson ESOL sequence designed for 9th grade ELL students. The curriculum focuses on systematic language acquisition through environmental themes, covering morphology, phonics, Tier 3 vocabulary, and structured writing across genres. Includes a cumulative review and final assessment.
A comprehensive literacy intervention sequence for high school TESOL students (Lessons 16-25) focused on morphology, academic vocabulary, systematic decoding, and vowel mastery.
A comprehensive study of Greek and Latin root words, focusing on etymology, word construction, and context-based usage for 11th grade students.
This sequence explores the nuances of language through lexicography, etymology, and specialized reference materials, moving from historical word analysis to intentional stylistic choices in writing.
A high-school level exploration of the historical and linguistic roots of English homophones. Students investigate the Great Vowel Shift, etymological origins, and phonetic evolution to understand why modern English spelling diverges from its pronunciation.
This high-school unit moves beyond rote memorization into the structural analysis of language through morphology and etymology, focusing on high-utility Greek and Latin roots found in rhetoric, science, and law.
A comprehensive sequence for 10th-grade ELL students focused on deconstructing, analyzing, and synthesizing academic and technical texts. Students will move from identifying basic structures to evaluating logical consistency and producing formal abstracts.
A high-school level sequence exploring the nuances of English vocabulary through connotation, etymology, and context, preparing students for advanced reading and SAT/ACT comprehension.
A comprehensive 11th-grade advanced reading sequence focused on technical literacy, data synthesis, and professional communication. Students simulate the role of research analysts to master complex academic texts and synthesize conflicting information.
A comprehensive 9th-grade sequence focused on decoding advanced academic vocabulary through the study of Greek and Latin morphology. Students move from basic morpheme identification to complex semantic synthesis, equipping them with tools for independent reading of technical and professional texts.
A comprehensive 11th-grade sequence focused on morphological analysis (roots, prefixes, suffixes) to decode advanced vocabulary in law, science, and academic writing. Students transition from identifying word parts to independently deconstructing complex, college-level texts.
A comprehensive 10th-grade ELA sequence focusing on advanced context clue strategies, moving from syntactic and semantic categorization to archaic literature, technical jargon, and morphological analysis.
A comprehensive project-based sequence for 11th-grade students to master academic composition using speech recognition technology. Students learn to outline for oral delivery, manage the drafting process, and refine dictated text into professional academic essays.
A sequence focused on the critical revision workflow for students using speech-to-text technology. Students learn to identify and fix common errors like homophone confusion, run-on sentences, and informal tone to turn raw dictation into polished academic writing.
A rigorous sequence for 11th-grade students focusing on high-level academic confusables, paronyms, and homophones commonly found in college-level writing and standardized tests. Students move from diagnostic assessment to deep usage analysis and competitive mastery.
This sequence explores the professional impact of homophone errors, teaching 11th-grade students that orthographic precision is a key component of rhetorical ethos and professional credibility. Students analyze corporate case studies, master advanced confusables, and simulate the work of senior copy editors using professional style guides.
A project-based unit exploring the rhetorical and creative power of homophones. Students analyze puns, Shakespearean wit, and media headlines before crafting their own homophone-centric creative writing.
This mastery-based sequence for 9th-grade students focuses on advanced academic homophones (Tier 2 and 3) such as elicit/illicit, discrete/discreet, and affect/effect. Students progress from self-assessment to contextual analysis and final proficiency, bridging the gap between vocabulary acquisition and precise academic writing.
A simulation-based sequence where students act as communications professionals, exploring the real-world impact of homophone accuracy in business and digital environments. Students master common homophones while developing professional writing skills and audience awareness.
This sequence explores the intentional use of homophones in literature and rhetoric. Students move from identifying accidental errors to appreciating deliberate wordplay, puns, and double entendres in complex texts like Shakespeare and modern satire.
This sequence focuses on the advanced application of homophones within professional and formal writing contexts. Students move beyond basic spelling to analyze how linguistic precision impacts credibility, authority, and meaning in high-stakes environments like law, government, and corporate communication.
This sequence explores the creative and rhetorical power of homophones, moving beyond mere error correction to intentional usage in wordplay and puns. Students examine how homophones function in literature, advertising, and humor to create double meanings.
This sequence explores homophones and homonyms through the lens of humor and creative writing. Students move from analyzing simple puns to deconstructing literary wordplay in works by Shakespeare and Lewis Carroll, ultimately creating their own ambiguity-driven performances.
A comprehensive unit focused on mastering argumentative writing through the lens of the flat earth vs. round earth debate, emphasizing evidence-based reasoning and rebuttal techniques.
A two-lesson unit focused on analyzing argumentative structures and multimodal features in the text 'Why Everyone Must Get Ready for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.' Students will explore thesis development, evidence, counterarguments, and the impact of graphic features.
A 4-day intensive study of Nathaniel Hawthorne's 'The Minister's Black Veil,' focusing on literary analysis, theme development, and argumentative writing through the lens of Dark Romanticism and Puritan values. Students explore the ambiguity of symbols and the complexities of human guilt while mastering appositive phrases and constructing high-quality academic responses.
This sequence explores the evolution of pronouns and antecedents, specifically focusing on the singular 'they' and gender-neutral language. Students analyze historical usage, compare modern style guides, and debate the tension between prescriptive and descriptive grammar.
A comprehensive prep sequence for the TSIA Reading exam, focusing on main ideas, vocabulary, inference, and literary analysis. Each lesson provides review materials, practice problems, and assessment tools.
An eight-lesson unit on Franz Kafka and Section I of The Metamorphosis. Lessons 1-4 cover Kafka's biography, historical context, literary style, and major themes. Lessons 5-8 focus on a close reading of Section I. Includes a final compiled Unit Homework assignment.
A complete unit for the second part of Chapter 1 of The Metamorphosis, covering reading analysis, grammar skills (commas), and thematic exploration of authority.
A comprehensive 9-week study of Franz Kafka's 'Metamorphosis', focusing on argumentative writing through textual evidence and narrative expansion. The sequence utilizes graphic organizers, visual scaffolding, and increased opportunities to respond to deepen student engagement with the surrealist text.
A week-long introductory unit on Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis', focusing on Chapter 1 and foundational grammar skills.
An intensive GED RLA preparation sequence tailored for learners aged 16-24, focusing on evidence-based reading, argumentative writing, and essential grammar mechanics for the Extended Response.
A multi-tiered ELA practice sequence designed to master OSAS-style short response questions across a range of informational and literary standards.
A series of high-school level vocabulary lessons designed for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, emphasizing visual literacy, ASL connections, and academic integration.
A 4-day intensive study of a complex historical text focused on Author's Purpose and Craft, specifically designed for English 1 and 2 STAAR EOC preparation. Students analyze diction, imagery, syntax, and rhetorical devices within a 1200-Lexile historical narrative.
A unit exploring Black history, culture, and the Civil Rights Movement through various literary and informational lenses to build critical reading and writing skills.
A high-intensity two-day preparation program for the TSIA2 ELAR exam, focusing on reading comprehension, sentence structure, grammar, and essay writing through hands-on station activities.
A four-day intensive study of Shakespeare's Macbeth, focusing on characterization and the development of ambition to prepare students for an argumentative essay on Macbeth's worthiness for the throne.
A collection of curriculum overview and alignment resources for 11th Grade English, focusing on societal change and civic rights.
A comprehensive two-day exploration of Macbeth Act 1, focusing on the supernatural, ambition, and the psychological shift towards murder. Includes a teacher guide, student workbooks, slide decks, and answer keys.
A 10th-grade academic support sequence that transforms students from passive readers to active analysts through the art of marginalia. Students master shorthand symbols, inquiry-based questioning, theme tracking, and summarization to prepare for a text-based Socratic seminar.
This 5-lesson sequence introduces a 10th-grade newcomer EL student to the theme of family responsibility and guilt in The Metamorphosis. Using heavy visual scaffolding, simple vocabulary, and structured graphic organizers, the lessons build toward a final Claim-Evidence-Reasoning paragraph.
A comprehensive deep-dive into Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, focusing on Act 1. Students will analyze character dynamics, the tension between destiny and choice, and the rich poetic language of the play across individual scenes.
A series of mini-lessons exploring literary elements through the lens of a 'Word Lab', focusing on how precise word choices function like chemical ingredients to build atmosphere and character.
A series of CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) prompts and organizers designed to help English II students master the building blocks of argumentative and informational writing. The materials focus on claim construction and structural reasoning using relatable topics and paired texts.
An 8-week comprehensive study of Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis' focusing on character development, core themes, and modern connections. The unit utilizes visual organizers, small-group discourse, and tiered worksheets to support comprehension and engagement for all learners, particularly struggling readers.
A high-engagement sequence where students evaluate persuasive techniques in modern digital media, practicing active listening and evidence-based argumentation through a Socratic Seminar format. Students analyze the ethics of micro-targeting, influencer marketing, and algorithmic persuasion.
