Scaffolded High School English Resources
Teaching punctuation and grammar to high school students can feel like an uphill battle. Many students tune out at the mention of “complex sentences” or “independent clauses.” But the right activities can turn grammar lessons from a...
Read MoreIf you want to teach story structure to your older students, teaching the Hero’s Journey in high school is the perfect method! The Hero’s Journey provides a digestible framework for students to use to break...
Read MoreIf your students are finding poetry a little stiff and boring, then it’s time to introduce limericks! Despite their short length, having students write their own limerick poems can provide quite the challenge--even for older students! In this post, you’ll find some tips for teaching limericks!
Read MoreStill need some help with your February teaching calendar? Check out these ELA February teaching ideas for some inspiration! ELA February Teaching Ideas #1: Celebrate Black History Month You should weave diverse texts throughout your...
Read MoreWhat used to be a “basic” writing skill like writing a letter now feels archaic for our students. But just because they haven’t written many letters before high school doesn’t mean they won’t need to...
Read MorePlanning the content and assessments for your semester is one thing; planning the first week of school is entirely different. Most of the time we have standards to meet and curriculum to get through. But during the first week, we’re pressured to establish procedures, build relationships, and set the tone for the rest of the year. Choosing your back-to-school activities can be so stressful!
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