A comprehensive English Language Arts unit that uses a mystery-investigation theme to develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Students act as detectives to analyze evidence, interview witnesses, and present their final case.
A deep-space exploration of R-controlled vowels, multisyllabic decoding, and nonsense word mastery for 4th-grade ELA. Students learn to segment and build complex words using the 'Bossy R' patterns.
A comprehensive 30-day decoding and encoding intensive focusing on the six major syllable types. Students act as 'Syllable Sleuths' to master word structures through sorting, mapping, and creative application.
A deep dive into common Greek and Latin roots to help students decode complex vocabulary and improve reading comprehension through etymological analysis.
A comprehensive 25-day instructional sequence for Grade 6 Unit 1 'Testing Our Limits', focusing on resilience, narrative structure, and character development through diverse literary and informational texts.
A comprehensive unit on identifying and using the seven primary parts of speech through the lens of sports, hobbies, and school life. Students progress from basic identification to complex sentence construction.
A 3-day intensive small-group sequence focused on NC Standard RL 7.2 (Theme and Objective Summary). Designed for 7th-grade special education students, this unit provides heavy scaffolding through SWBST frames, graphic organizers, and EOG-style multiple choice practice using fables, Gary Soto's 'Seventh Grade', and original realistic fiction.
A 3-day exploration of informational text structures (Compare/Contrast, Cause/Effect, Problem/Solution, and Sequence) designed for 4th-grade students to analyze how authors organize information to convey meaning.
A 5-day writing unit where students explore their multiple intelligences and future aspirations through the structure of a personal essay. Students master the mechanics of hooks, background building, and thesis construction to create a professional self-portrait.
A literary exploration of survival stories and the bonds between animals and humans, centered on 'The Incredible Journey'. This unit emphasizes literary analysis through collaborative discussion and role-based inquiry.
A collection of ELA resources focused on expanding vocabulary, refining diction, and mastering grammar mechanics through engaging, tiered activities.
A collection of resources focused on sequencing and retelling classic fairy tales: The Tortoise and the Hare, The Emperor's New Clothes, The Princess and the Pea, and The Little Mermaid. Students practice identifying key plot points and using narrative structures like SWBST to retell stories.