A comparative study of British and American literary traditions, focusing on contrasting themes of class, history, and the Gothic versus individualism, the frontier, and the search for a new identity.
A project-based unit exploring the narrative construction of heroes and villains in sports media through podcasting.
A comprehensive literacy intervention sequence featuring two volumes of Hi-Lo short stories. Each anthology focuses on mastering figurative language (metaphor, simile, personification, symbolism) and identifying central themes through high-interest, accessible narratives.
A comprehensive unit designed for self-paced student research and essay drafting. Students learn to navigate the digital landscape, evaluate sources, and build a structured research paper using a guided 'investigator' theme.
A comprehensive unit introduction for Senior English focusing on the intersection of identity, time, and untapped potential using the Doctor Who episode 'Blink' as a foundational text.
A modernization of Shakespeare's Hamlet set in an elite private boarding school, Elsinore Academy, designed for 9th-grade readers with high vocabulary support.
A comprehensive study unit for 12th grade British Literature and ELL students, integrating the Hero's Journey with the 'Coffee Bean' resilience metaphor and SECD (Social, Emotional, and Character Development) frameworks. Students analyze Beowulf's character through the lens of self-management and social awareness, culminating in a hero-themed game design project.