A writing sequence for 8th-grade resource room students focused on structural precision through parallel structure and evidence-based organization using T-charts.
An introductory exploration of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, focusing on plot structure, character dynamics, and key themes through reading comprehension and analysis.
A three-lesson unit designed for ESL newcomers with minimal English proficiency, focusing on Dudley Randall's poem 'Booker T. and W.E.B.' and preparing them for a standardized assessment on author's purpose and language.
A 1st-grade reading unit focused on consonant blends and CVCe words through the exciting lens of sports. Students will build words, read short passages, and practice foundational phonics skills.
A comprehensive literacy intervention series based on the 'Burger Battles' text, covering prefix decoding, reading fluency, author's purpose, and critical reader response.
A comprehensive year-long scope and sequence for Voyager Sopris Passport Book C, designed for a four-day-a-week intervention schedule from mid-August to mid-May.
A technical, laboratory-themed spelling unit for 8th graders focusing on the linguistic patterns of -ance and -ence suffixes. Students analyze word roots and parts of speech to master these challenging endings.
A unit on persuasive writing for 5th-grade students, focusing on structure, audience awareness, and linguistic scaffolding for ELL learners.
A 4-week research unit scaffolded paragraph-by-paragraph. Students analyze a model essay and build their own research paper in phases, focusing on introduction/thesis, historical context, societal impact, and lasting legacy.