Using Effective Literature Circles
I have always wanted to use literature circles in my secondary classroom. This year, I finally did. And it was a huge success. Read to hear what went well and what I would change for next time!
Is Hamlet Shakespeare’s Best Play? Hamlet Lesson Plans You’ll Love
In my decade as an English teacher, I’ve taught Romeo and Juliet. I currently teach Julius Caesar. But I love, love, love my Hamlet lesson plans. And here’s why.
Engage Your Students with Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales Prologue
Teaching Medieval Literature can be tough. The trick is to make it relevant and relatable. With these Canterbury Tales prologue activities, you're sure to make Chaucer's work memorable and fun.
Freaky Fantastic Frankenstein Activity
Teaching Frankenstein as an entire novel unit is an exciting but daunting undertaking. If you need a little inspiration for engaging and rigorous activities for your students, here are six tried-and-true favorites!
Using Enneagram Types in Your Classroom
Get to know your students - and help them better understand themselves - by incorporating enneagram types in your classroom. No matter what you teach, your students will love these engaging and informative activities. And you'll love the connections you foster.
Choice Boards in the Classroom
Choice boards are a great way to maintain student engagement and rigor while saving you some time (and sanity!). Read to learn more about this versatile classroom activity that can be adapted for just about any text!
Start with the Right Holocaust Introduction Activity
Finding the right Holocaust introduction activity can be a challenge. You want to set the tone right from the start while meeting your students' needs. This jigsaw activity is the perfect Holocaust introduction that you'll use over and over again.