An English teacher who is passionate about PBL and diverse world literature.
Teaching Film as Literature in High School Introducing films into literature classes is a great way for students to explore stories in an exciting and interactive way. Movies capture attention and help us understand characters and themes in a different light. They’re visual stories that also show us a lot about the world and society. … Continue reading Teaching Film as Literature in High School
High School PBL- Historical Video Game Pitch I have shared the power of project based learning in high school in other post (such as here and here). I am thrilled to share my latest PBL concept that combines the thrill of gaming with the richness of world history and ELA skills. I extra love this … Continue reading High School PBL- Historical Video Game Pitch
Do you want to inject life into your students’ writing and make it truly come alive? Look no further! In this blog post, I am sharing how important vivid verbs are for our students’ writing AND a free activity you can implement right away. As English teachers, we all wish to see our students to … Continue reading The Magic of Vivid Verbs: Free Lesson Plan and Activity for Students
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
Whether you consider yourself a tech expert or a self-proclaimed tech-tastrophe, this blog post is here to help you discover my top tech tools for your English classroom. As a curriculum and instructional specialist with a passion for exploring new technologies, I’ve compiled a list of my favorite tech tools that can revolutionize the way … Continue reading Top Tech Tools for High School ELA
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
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
As a high school English teacher, I understand the challenges you face when it comes to nurturing the writing skills of your middle grades and high school students. We often KNOW what good writing looks like, but how do we teach our students how to write? Writing is a fundamental skill that extends far beyond … Continue reading Writing Instruction for Secondary English Teachers
When most people think of poetry, they think of complicated rules and language that is difficult to understand. However, poetry can be a very accessible and enjoyable form of writing for both readers and writers. There are many different ways to approach teaching poetry, but one of the most important things is to make sure … Continue reading 8 Poems of the Week for Your High School Students
Teaching your World Literature class thematically can have so many wonderful benefits! Creating a thematic unit on love can be a great way to explore the different ways in which love is represented throughout the world’s literature. Through this post, students can examine how different authors have used love as a theme in their works, … Continue reading Exploring Love Through World Literature: Thematic Unit Ideas
Around the World With Mrs. C 