A mastery-based sequence designed to turn students into dictionary experts. Covering navigation basics, guide word logic, and the nuances of multiple definitions.

A 4-day small group intervention focused on using context clues (definition, example, synonym, and antonym) supported by visual illustrations to determine the meaning of unknown words. Students act as 'Word Detectives' to solve vocabulary mysteries.

A unit focused on play structure, fluency, and social-emotional problem solving through mystery-themed scripts. Students analyze plot elements while practicing performance skills.

An introductory unit on William Shakespeare designed for 2nd grade students, focusing on character, setting, and plot in simplified versions of his famous plays.

A two-day instructional sequence for 2nd grade focusing on author's purpose, paragraph structure, and figurative language in fiction and informational texts. students act as "Meaning Makers" to decode how authors build stories and facts using specific structural and linguistic tools.

A series of reading comprehension lessons focused on identifying the main idea, supporting details, and author's purpose across different topics.

A 2-day unit for 2nd grade students focused on distinguishing between fiction and nonfiction texts. This sequence uses a 'Genre Detective' theme to scaffold learning for emergent bilinguals and struggling readers through visual clues, sentence stems, and decodable texts.