A series of mini-lessons exploring literary elements through the lens of a 'Word Lab', focusing on how precise word choices function like chemical ingredients to build atmosphere and character.
A 6-week intensive novel study for 8th-grade English Language Learners (ELL) focusing on the first two books of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. The unit prioritizes visual literacy, vocabulary building through context clues, and foundational literary analysis using high-engagement materials.
A 4-day intensive sequence focused on mastering the 'central idea' multiple-choice question type. Students will learn to distinguish between the main point and supporting details, identify common distractor types, and apply the 'Who + What' strategy to select the most accurate answer.
A 6-lesson mini-unit for 6th-grade ELD students focused on listening and speaking skills for ELPA preparation. Students practice listening for main ideas, repeating phrases, describing processes, supporting opinions, and using precise spatial language for drawing.
A comprehensive introduction to evidence-based writing using the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) model, specifically designed for 6th grade students to develop strong argumentative writing skills.
A comprehensive novel study for Roald Dahl's 'Matilda', focusing on character development, text evidence, and creative writing across 21 chapters.
A series of hands-on workshops where students act as "sentence engineers," using word components to master syntax, sentence variety, and descriptive writing.
A series of ELA reteach modules designed to master complex literary standards, including retelling and structural analysis.
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 scaffolded progression of persuasive writing mastery, moving from 9th-grade foundations of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos to 11th-grade advanced rhetorical strategies including Kairos and logical fallacy analysis.
A series of lessons designed to develop inference skills through high-interest, contemporary narratives across different domains like beauty, technology, and gaming.