Syllogisms, deductive validity, and the principles of inductive probability for evaluating evidence-based claims. Targets common logical fallacies and the construction of sound, persuasive arguments.
A 12-lesson comprehension mastery program focused on metacognition, reasoning, and evidence-based thinking. Students progress from basic thinking awareness to complex deductive reasoning and synthesis. Inspired by Reading Detective and Comprehension Connections.
A comprehensive 5-day introductory unit on speech and debate, covering public speaking, argumentation, logic, research, and competitive formats.
A graduate-level sequence focused on integrating deductive, inductive, and analogical reasoning into a cohesive defensive strategy for academic and professional contexts.
A high-intensity vocabulary sequence for 10th graders focusing on the logic of analogies. Students progress from basic pattern recognition to designing their own complex logic puzzles, treating language as a series of solvable equations.
A 12th-grade ELA unit focused on the logical sequencing of ideas within dense informational texts and complex arguments. Students analyze how the ordering of premises and evidence determines the validity and rhetorical impact of a text.
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 9th-grade English Language Arts sequence that bridges formal logic with argumentative writing. Students learn to use valid argument forms like Modus Ponens, Modus Tollens, and Hypothetical Syllogisms as structural blueprints for high-quality, undeniable writing.
A foundational sequence for 9th-grade students on the structures of deductive reasoning, focusing on categorical syllogisms, validity, and soundness to enhance critical thinking and analytical writing.
A high-level ELA unit for 11th graders that bridges formal logic and argumentative writing. Students move from identifying hidden premises (enthymemes) to constructing complex essays built on valid deductive frameworks like Modus Ponens and Modus Tollens.
A comprehensive 11th Grade ELA sequence on formal logic, focusing on identifying structural fallacies (Affirming the Consequent, Denying the Antecedent, Undistributed Middle) and repairing invalid arguments. Students act as 'logic doctors' to diagnose and fix flawed reasoning in various rhetorical contexts.
A high-school ELA sequence that treats argumentative writing like geometric proofs, focusing on formal logic structures like axioms, modus ponens, and proofs by contradiction to build unassailable positions.
A high school ELA sequence focused on identifying structural errors in reasoning. Students learn to distinguish between informal fallacies (content-based) and formal fallacies (structure-based), specifically mastering affirming the consequent, denying the antecedent, and the undistributed middle.
A high school ELA sequence on formal logic, teaching students to translate natural language into symbolic notation and evaluate logical consistency through truth tables. Students progress from basic connectives to analyzing complex rhetorical arguments for tautologies and contradictions.
A comprehensive sequence for 12th-grade students that bridges the gap between identifying logical fallacies and constructing sound, formally valid arguments. Students move from the technical structures of formal logic to drafting and delivering speeches that have been 'stress-tested' for rhetorical integrity.
A 9th-grade ELA sequence where students learn logical fallacies by intentionally constructing them. This reverse-engineering approach helps students master deductive reasoning, identify distortions, and spot emotional manipulation in public speaking and debate.
A multi-disciplinary sequence of independent research, literature, and presentation projects designed to build late-elementary student autonomy, critical thinking, and creative communication skills.
A cross-curricular, 3-day project-based unit combining science, argumentative writing, and graphic design. Students investigate the ecological impacts of light pollution, write a data-driven persuasive proposal, and design a community awareness campaign poster.
An informational research and presentation project-based unit where students assume the role of museum curators. They investigate obscure historical, scientific, or cultural mysteries, synthesize multi-source research, write scholarly exhibition plaques, and deliver a formal Curator Showcase.
An intensive, high-rigor 2-day ELA intervention program designed for 8th-grade students hovering near proficiency on the NC EOG. This bundle targets high-weight standards in evidence-based analysis, craft and structure, and comparative evaluation through targeted instruction, structured practice, and data-driven error analysis.
A comprehensive 26-day 7th-grade RLA unit focused on argumentative texts and correspondence writing, exploring what makes a dream worth pursuing through daily reading and writing blocks.
A year-long, 180-day curriculum of high-impact 6-minute daily ELA warm-ups designed for high school students. Structured into rotating weekly themes that target vocabulary, grammar, analytical writing, and rhetoric.
A targeted 2-day curriculum sequence designed for resource room students to master Part 2 (Source-Based Argument) of the ELA Regents Exam, featuring scaffolded texts, step-by-step checklists, planning guides, and an annotated exemplar essay.
A comprehensive introduction to library skills, covering both the physical care of books and the intellectual skills needed to find and evaluate information.
A unit exploring Just Mercy, focusing on the legal system, racial injustice, and restorative justice through literature.
A series of grade-banded NC ELA EOG preparation resources, providing students with standardized strategies for both elementary and middle school assessments.
A 12-week comprehensive English I curriculum covering Literary Analysis through short stories and Expository Writing, aligned to Texas TEKS standards for Grade 9.
A comprehensive Regents preparation sequence for ELL students, covering exam structure, argumentative writing, and advanced reading strategies like inference and implicit meaning analysis.
A 2-day unit focused on RI.8.8, teaching students to delineate and evaluate arguments through the lens of a lab investigation. Students will identify claims, assess evidence for relevance and sufficiency, and identify irrelevant information in grade-level texts.
A comprehensive 2-week unit on Tuck Everlasting focusing on character growth, the wheel of life symbolism, and the thematic weight of immortality. Students will track Winnie's transformation and analyze the complex perspectives of the Tuck family.
A curriculum exploring various themes through structured writing and analysis, moving from cultural heritage to future scientific exploration.
A targeted instructional sequence focused on mastering the foundational skill of crafting clear, argumentative thesis statements through direct modeling and structured practice.
A comprehensive novel study unit for Christopher Paul Curtis's 'Bud, Not Buddy', exploring themes of family, resilience, and the historical context of the Great Depression and the Jazz Age.
A project-based unit exploring the narrative construction of heroes and villains in sports media through podcasting.
A 25-day comprehensive unit for StudySync Grade 6 that explores the theme of courage and resilience through isolated reading and writing tracks, aligned to ELA TEKS.
A 3-week English 10 unit exploring Social Commentary through the lens of Artificial Intelligence. Students analyze how AI reflects societal biases and use it as a collaborative tool to craft their own critiques of modern culture.
A 12-session intensive program for Kuwaiti 4th and 5th graders, focusing on the metacognition of reading. Uses Kuwaiti Ministry texts to teach the '7 Keys' and 'Art of Comprehension' through the lens of craft, patterns, and mental reasoning.
A 12-session journey for children aged 6-8 that integrates English literacy skills (comprehension, writing, grammar) with essential emotional and thinking skills using the 'Mind Mechanics' framework. Students learn to decode information, construct ideas precisely, and regulate their thoughts and responses for better school performance and well-being.
A 9-day novel study for Number the Stars centered on 5th Grade ELAR TEKS, focusing on character development, plot analysis, and historical context through the lens of a Resistance Secret File.
A comprehensive remediation unit exploring the psychological and cultural roots of fear and superstition through multiple genres. Students analyze figurative language, argumentative structures, and use evidence to support inferences.
A 4-week unit exploring the construction of heroism and villainy in sports through media analysis, persuasive writing, and investigative interview techniques. Students will analyze how public perception is shaped and ultimately create their own investigative podcast script.
A four-day investigative unit focused on citing textual evidence and making inferences across various genres, including short stories, non-fiction, and poetry. Students act as 'Evidence Detectives' to solve literary and factual mysteries while engaging in collaborative discussions.
A 5-week research unit that scaffolds the process paragraph-by-paragraph. Students define significance, analyze the 'Four Days in October' case study, and turn in each paragraph separately, focusing on historical context, systemic barriers, and societal impact with a dedicated lesson on counterarguments.
A comprehensive novel study for Gary Paulsen's Hatchet, focusing on Brian Robeson's survival journey. This sequence covers the entire book through five logical chapter groupings, providing recall and analysis questions to deepen student understanding of character development and survival themes.
An ELA unit for 8th grade exploring the nature of human intelligence through Daniel Keyes' 'Flowers for Algernon', focusing on internal vs. external conflict, vocabulary development, and thematic analysis.
A 3-day ELA unit for 3rd-4th grade exploring the quirky world of 'Sideways Stories from Wayside School'. Students analyze character perspectives, explore the concept of logic versus absurdity, and compare the impossible architecture of Wayside with real-world gravity and skyscrapers.
A series of lessons focused on mastering high-frequency academic action verbs like explain, compare, and justify to help students succeed in academic tasks and assessments.
A collection of lessons and practice materials designed to prepare middle school students for ELA MCAS assessments, focusing on high-priority standards like central idea, evidence, and comparison.
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 6-week reading intervention unit for 5th graders focused on making inferences, analyzing questions, and using text evidence. Themes include mysteries, sports (baseball and basketball), and dragons to engage high-interest readers.
A comprehensive introduction to evidence-based writing using the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) model, specifically designed for 6th grade students to develop strong argumentative writing skills.
