A 7th-grade grammar sequence focusing on misplaced modifiers through a 'Syntax Surgery' theme. Students move from diagnosing structural issues to performing linguistic surgery and constructing complex, clear sentences.
A comprehensive sequence of lessons designed to guide students through the entire process of writing a persuasive argumentative essay, from the initial launch (introduction) to the final landing (conclusion).
A comprehensive lesson sequence focused on RI.8.2, exploring the central ideas of animal numeracy as pre-reading for 'Gut Math'. Students engage with vocabulary, a digital quiz bee, and collaborative data analysis.
A masterclass in STAAR writing for grades 6-7, focusing on the Revision and Editing components of the RLA assessment through engaging, practical application.
A comprehensive literacy intervention sequence for high school TESOL students (Lessons 16-25) focused on morphology, academic vocabulary, systematic decoding, and vowel mastery.
A series of high-rigor reading and writing lessons designed to prepare middle school students for state-level standardized 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 4-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.
A comprehensive Grade 6 ELA MCAS preparation sequence designed to build stamina and familiarity with standardized testing formats through high-quality passages and standards-aligned questions.