Memoirs and reading choice align perfectly for high school language arts classes. Memoir is my favorite genre which is why I was reluctant to teach them. Sure, I had memoirs…
Teachers look for alternatives to The Crucible for a variety of reasons. Here are some sound ones. The Crucible is in American literature textbooks going back decades. High school language…
March language arts lessons can prove difficult. The month is long. Spring is calling. A break is on the horizon. English language arts teachers might be exhausted from prep. Still,…
Middle school Valentine’s Day writing prompts can provide the perfect SEL (social emotional learning) opportunity and connect content to students’ lives. How can Valentine’s Day writing prompts help middle school…
Covering writing conventions with mentor texts can save teachers time and increase student engagement. Add young adult literature to bring engagement. Teaching Writing Conventions with Mentor Texts Teaching writing conventions…
In this comprehensive high school writing curriculum guide, I explain necessary components of planning a writing for a year. Writing is an essential skill that students need to develop in…
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