Are you looking for some fresh and exciting new books to engage your high school students? Novels in verse could be the answer! These poetic narratives are not only beautiful to read, but they also offer a dynamic and engaging way to approach literature. Read on to learn about some of the best high school novels in verse to add to your reading list and inspire your students to fall in love with ... Read More about Best Novels in Verse for High School ELA
Meaningful and Fun Activities for Teaching Macbeth
Macbeth is (bloody) hands-down my favorite Shakespearian play to teach. I love all things witchy plus my Ancestry DNA results reveal I’m 25% Scottish, so this drama tracks. Once high schoolers get over the challenging language, Macbeth can be a lot of fun for students too because it lends itself well to performance and imagination. Teaching Macbeth allows students to gain a deeper understanding of ... Read More about Meaningful and Fun Activities for Teaching Macbeth
5 ELA Tech Tools Every English Teacher Needs to Know About
From grading essays to planning lessons, it’s essential for English teachers to learn to work smarter, not harder. This list of ELA tech tools can help you work toward this goal and combat teacher burnout. Whether you're a seasoned pro looking to shake things up or a fresh face in the world of teaching, these tech tools for English teachers are about to become your new best friends. Guest ... Read More about 5 ELA Tech Tools Every English Teacher Needs to Know About
5 Activity Ideas for Teaching “The Raven” by Edgar Allan Poe
There's something about Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" that continues to haunt students across generations. Perhaps it's the gothic imagery, the eerie repetition, or the shadow of grief that captivates the dark side of imaginations. Whatever it is, you’ll have no trouble engaging your students with this spooky poem, especially with a few fresh ideas for teaching “The Raven” by Edgar Allan Poe. Read ... Read More about 5 Activity Ideas for Teaching “The Raven” by Edgar Allan Poe
5 Creative 8th Grade Essay Prompts
If you are tired of the same old 8th grade essay prompts then it’s likely your students will be too. Breathe some life into your writing practice with these creative ELA writing prompts that will have your 8th graders charting, analyzing, designing, moving, and more! Cheryl Rizzo, a savvy middle school ELA teacher in New York City, joins us today to share 5 essay prompts for 8th ... Read More about 5 Creative 8th Grade Essay Prompts
Independent Reading Research: Promoting Audiobooks and eBooks
Most English teachers and librarians believe in the adage: “There is no such thing as a child who hates to read; there are only children who have not found the right book.” –Frank Serafini. However, I would like to add on to this theory with: If someone doesn't like to read, they haven't found the right book OR the right medium yet. There is some compelling independent reading research on why you ... Read More about Independent Reading Research: Promoting Audiobooks and eBooks
