An English teacher who is passionate about PBL and diverse world literature.
High school English teachers face a vocabulary crisis affecting text comprehension. Strategies like close readings, Greek and Latin roots, and Science of Reading help bridge the gap. Incorporating these into daily practices ensures students receive consistent exposure to conquer vocabulary struggles. Continue reading 3 High School Teachers Tips on Building Vocabulary in Secondary Education
Hey there, fellow secondary English teachers! It’s that time of year again when the leaves turn golden, the air gets crisp, and the spooky vibes start creeping in. October is a fantastic month to infuse some eerie excitement into your curriculum and get your students engaged in learning. In this blog post, we’re going to … Continue reading 5 Spooktacular Ways to Teach Suspense in Your High School English Curriculum
As English teachers, we have the ability to expose our young learners to whole world of ideas through the exploration of literature. Today, I want to challenge the traditional approach of teaching World Literature regionally and instead propose a thematic approach that can revolutionize the way we engage students in the diverse and interconnected world … Continue reading Why You Should Teach World Literature Thematically Instead of Regionally
Short stories are a staple in my classroom since I try to focus more on independent novel choices and book clubs with my students. Short stories are a wonderful way to still have the full class instruction still needed. However, I love to introduce my students to different genres of short stories. Today I am … Continue reading 2 Magical Realism Short Stories To Teach in High School
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