A series of high-rigor reading and writing lessons designed to prepare middle school students for state-level standardized assessments.

A comprehensive English II lesson focusing on the synthesis of poetic and informational texts through the lens of technology's impact on society. Students analyze literary devices, text structures, and shared themes to prepare for EOC-style assessments.

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 5-week literature unit for Katherine Applegate's 'Crenshaw', featuring vocabulary, comprehension, synthesis, and writing prompts to explore themes of resilience and imagination.

A 3-day intensive deep dive into the core skills of STAAR English I, focusing on Fiction, Informational, and Argumentative genres through the lens of 'The Architect's Blueprint.' Students analyze how authors construct meaning and apply those structures to their own writing.

A five-day high school ELA unit exploring Jamaica Kincaid's 'Girl' through the lens of syntax, repetition, and cultural identity. Students analyze how structural choices mirror societal pressures before comparing the text with Langston Hughes' 'Mother to Son'.

A comprehensive 4-week study of 'The Five People You Meet in Heaven' focusing on character development and the symbolic impact of setting. Students explore how Eddie's life is recontextualized through five distinct heavenly settings and the people who inhabit them.

A week-long introductory unit on Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis', focusing on Chapter 1 and foundational grammar skills.