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July 5, 2024July 5, 2024

8 Back to School Activities Middle and High School English Teachers LOVE

The first two weeks of the schoolyear is critical for establishing relationships with our students and setting up expectations for the year. This time sets the tone for a positive and productive classroom environment. Engaging activities and clear communication during these initial days can foster a sense of community and excitement for the year ahead. … Continue reading 8 Back to School Activities Middle and High School English Teachers LOVE

May 20, 2024

Connecting Students with Real World Audiences

Lets talk about connecting our students with the real world audiences that we are asking them to create for. How often do we English teachers tell them to “imagine” they are writing this speech for or that they are writing in an editorial for this publication…..but all they are doing is creating for us? How … Continue reading Connecting Students with Real World Audiences

April 29, 2024March 11, 2025

High School ELA Test Prep, but Make It Fun?

It is spring! And you know what that means…. The sun is out in all her glory. The flowers are bursting and….testing season is here. Yes, state testing is coming for many of us no matter how we may feel about it. So I thought this blog post would be the perfect way to share … Continue reading High School ELA Test Prep, but Make It Fun?

March 3, 2024March 1, 2024

Streamlining Your Grading and Feedback: How 2-Point Rubrics Revolutionized My English Classroom

This post explores the benefits of using 2-point rubrics in grading. The rubrics streamline grading processes, offer personalized feedback, and empower students to focus on specific areas for improvement. They also facilitate targeted instruction and lead to improved writing. A free 2-point argumentative writing rubric is also available for download. Continue reading Streamlining Your Grading and Feedback: How 2-Point Rubrics Revolutionized My English Classroom

February 1, 2024April 15, 2024

10 (or more) Mythical Heroes to Teach in High School

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

May 16, 2021June 11, 2024

Grading Essays in a SNAP With 2-Point Mastery-Based Rubrics!

The bane of every English teacher’s existence- essays. Even the most seasoned of teachers can get bogged down with trying to grade them and give meaningful feedback. I have seen and tried several methods. Some great and some lackluster. However, last year I fell in love with 2-point rubrics…..and so did my students! Let me … Continue reading Grading Essays in a SNAP With 2-Point Mastery-Based Rubrics!