Students explore the rules of capitalization for proper nouns and formatting conventions for titles of long and short works through inquiry-based challenges and project-based learning.
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-lesson unit utilizing drama and enactment techniques to deepen reading comprehension, themed around Kuwaiti heritage, global travel, healthy lifestyles, and environmental science for grades 3-8. Focused on skills in action across Before, During, and After reading phases.
A collection of standards-aligned reading assessments (CFUs) for 3rd Grade ELA, following the Dysart Schools curriculum modules.
A comprehensive grammar unit focusing on foundational parts of speech and sentence structure, starting with the vibrant world of simple present verbs.
A comprehensive phonics sequence covering fundamental reading and spelling patterns from CVC words to complex vowel teams and suffixes. Each lesson includes instructional slides, decodable reading passages, comprehension activities, and targeted spelling practice.
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 comprehensive series of informational text reading passages for 4th-grade students, integrating core science and social studies curriculum with state-standard ELA assessments.
A spelling sequence focused on identifying and using the /k/ sound in its various forms: c, k, ck, and ch. Students practice through sorting, context clues, and visual puzzles.
A focused look at Chapter 13 of 'The Last Kids on Earth and the Nightmare King', helping students master the 5 W's (Who, What, Where, When, Why) through the lens of a monster-filled adventure.
A deep dive into the elements of folklore for gifted 5th-grade students, focusing on complex character analysis, figurative language, and creative world-building. Students analyze original folktales and apply literary standards to uncover deep thematic meanings.
A comprehensive unit focused on teaching 3rd-grade students how to ask and answer questions using textual evidence, specifically focused on the high-interest topic of Extreme Weather.
A unit focused on RI.3.1 (Asking and Answering Questions) using historical biographies to build reading comprehension and evidence-based writing skills.
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 5-day EOG review sequence for NC RL.3.3, focusing on character traits, motivations, and how their actions drive story events through an architectural 'blueprint' theme.
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 3rd-grade vocabulary sequence focused on helping multilingual learners distinguish between synonyms, antonyms, and related-but-not-similar words (thematic associations).
A unit focused on play structure, fluency, and social-emotional problem solving through mystery-themed scripts. Students analyze plot elements while practicing performance skills.