An English teacher who is passionate about PBL and diverse world literature.
Maybe you’re a kindred spirit who has been reading King Arthur tales for as long as you can remember. Or maybe you are only familiar with King Arthur due to all of the modern movie adaptations. Or maybe you’re someone who has never attempted anything King Arthur and wonder if it is still relevant today. … Continue reading Teaching King Arthur In the 21st Century Classroom
10 (or more) Mythical Heroes to Teach in High School Each year, I love to start my World Literature class by taking a deep look into mythical heroes from several cultures and discuss how these heroes reflect the best aspects of the culture. We explore the timeless tales of heroes like Beowulf, Achilles, Hua Mulan, … Continue reading 10 (or more) Mythical Heroes to Teach in High School
Are you an English teacher like me, searching for innovative ways to engage your students in classic literature? Look no further! This blog post is a must-read for us, as it unveils fresh ideas to teach Beowulf with a 21st-century multimodal approach. I want to share how I transformed this ancient epic into a dynamic … Continue reading Teaching Beowulf in the Modern Classroom
If you have been following me for a while, you know how I love to tie in diverse and global perspectives whenever I can. During this time of the year, I love to include activities that are not religious, but still have a little holiday fun. With this post, I will cover four ways I … Continue reading 4 Non-Religious Ways to Have Holiday Fun In High School
Around the World With Mrs. C 