ELA teachers know that visualization is a key component of reading comprehension. And nothing works those visualization muscles quite like…
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Color Symbolism: The Masque of the Red Death Activities
There are very few short stories where English teachers get to go all out on their love of color symbolism,…
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Teaching American Literature: Course Outline, Introduction, & Lesson Plans
If you have been tasked with teaching 11th grade American literature, you are either a baddie entrusted to do the…
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5 Essential ELA School Supplies Backed By Science
I’ve never met a school supply I didn’t love. Pre-sharpened pencils, all the heart eyes. A fresh box of crayons,…
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The World on the Turtle’s Back Lesson Plan Ideas
The World on the Turtle’s Back” is often the first text in your American Literature class, so I always felt…
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Cozy Cafe Themed Junior High ELA Classroom
Every year, I have the privilege of setting up a local ELA classroom to give back to my Appalachian Highlands…
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