Real support for teaching The Great Gatsby is here—no fluff! Once in awhile, teaching a book shocks me. This American classic is over a hundred years old, and students still…
The Science of Reading in High School ELA
What do you need to know about the Science of Reading in high school ELA? I (Lauralee) want proficient readers, and I know my audience does too. Literacy instruction, phonological…
ELA Test Prep Resources
Ah, ELA test prep resources. Let’s help our students, shall we? Note: I am part of Test Prep Palooza: the one & only virtual test prep event to help Middle…
Engaging Coming of Age Activities for High School ELA
The benefits of coming of age activities for high school ELA are plentiful! You’ve probably taught a coming of age novel, from Dear Martin to The Hate You Give, to…
Teaching A Separate Peace with Modern Students
Teaching A Separate Peace to modern students is important. At my first teaching job, the curriculum was decided ahead of time, kinda. My first year, for example, I was told…
September Language Arts Activities
Do you want a glimpse of my September language arts activities? Read below! Autumn simply is my favorite season. I love the drinks, clothes, and weather. Since I live in…
First Nine Weeks of American Literature Plans
Come along with me as I outline my first nine weeks of American Literature. The first nine weeks of an American Literature course are a real opportunity. In my experience,…
Meet the Teacher Night for Language Arts
Meet the teacher night for language arts has potential! Sure, teachers stress about meeting a bunch of adults every August. We have lesson plans, the first day with new students,…
Mastering Grammar Spiral Review: Practical Tips
Language and grammar spiral review provides consistent and effective lessons for language arts students to meet language standards. As a language arts teacher, I am fairly new to the attention…
High School Teaching: Argumentative Writing Strategies
Argumentative writing strategies for secondary students can empower young writers. Secondary language arts teachers will teach argumentative writing. We have concepts, terms, and mentor texts. Argumentative writing strategies should empower…