The opening excerpt from O. Henry's 'The Gift of the Magi,' specially formatted for student reading and highlighting the primary metaphors used in the lesson.
A teacher resource rubric for grading the 'Unlocked Hearts' culmination projects, with clear criteria for evidence, depth, and creativity.
A final project choice board for 'The Tiger Rising', offering students creative and analytical ways to synthesize the novel's themes, symbols, and character arcs.
A teacher guide for the 'Tiger Rising' book club unit, including instructional goals, pacing suggestions, discussion sparks, and vocabulary answer keys for all three chapter groups.
A visual presentation for teaching Chapters 21-30 of 'The Tiger Rising', exploring the climax of the story, the resolution of Rob's grief, and the central themes of freedom and connection.
A visual presentation for teaching Chapters 11-20 of 'The Tiger Rising', focusing on Rob's wood carvings, Willie May's character, and the development of the central secret.
A visual presentation for teaching Chapters 1-10 of 'The Tiger Rising', featuring discussion prompts on setting, metaphors (the suitcase), and character introductions.
A student workbook for Chapters 21-30 of 'The Tiger Rising', featuring vocabulary, a plot mountain activity, and thematic synthesis on the meaning of freedom.