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 focused study on the early chapters of 'Night' by Elie Wiesel, exploring themes of dehumanization, community dynamics, and the psychological impact of the Holocaust.

A high-interest exploration of the Monomyth using modern and classic media, culminating in a creative mapping project for The Goonies.

A three-day exploration of chapters 4-6 of Zero Tolerance, focusing on character evolution, the escalation of conflict, and high-stakes vocabulary. Students analyze Sierra's plight through the lens of school bureaucracy and moral complexity.

A dual-focus instructional unit that pairs deep literary analysis of 'The Hate U Give' with transferable reading comprehension strategies for personal and social narratives.

A comprehensive three-day exploration of Julia Alvarez's 'Before We Were Free', focusing on the historical context of the Dominican Republic, the psychological impact of living under a dictatorship, and the evolution of Anita's voice. Students engage with vocabulary, close reading analysis, and creative journaling to deepen their understanding of freedom and sacrifice.

A comprehensive ELA unit focusing on text structure, argument analysis, and the interaction of ideas using the text 'Healing Brick City'. Students explore how personal anecdotes and systemic observations build a compelling case for social change.