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Fun Vocabulary Activities for Maniac Magee
Teachers can help middle school students access challenging vocabulary by using fun activities to introduce new words. Here are suggestions for Maniac Magee.
How to Write a Thesis Statement for Essays
This simple writing lesson plan will help high school students organize and plan a well-developed essay by constructing a solid thesis statement that unifies papers.
Using Media Literacy Activities in Middle School
How do teachers reach unmotivated middle school students and reluctant readers? Read on to discover an exciting solution to this age-old dilemma.
Teaching Model of Tragedy Terms in Julius Caesar
Before you instruct your students to delve into the first pages of Shakespeare's tragedy, Julius Caesar, you should arm them with a repertoire of important dramatic terms
Teaching Dramatic Terms in Julius Ceasar
Teaching students important drama concepts before reading the play Julius Caesar will help them prepare to read as well as heighten anticipation of this dramatic play.
Use Cooperative Learning to Teach ESL Students
In order to successfully assist ESOL students in overcoming the language barrier through the affective filter, teachers must implement a variety of teaching strategies.
Open House Teacher Tips for High School Parents
Teachers can help parents assist their children by offering specific suggestions and tips to inquiring parents and creating positive means of communication.
Sample Parent Night Presentation Information
High school teachers must prepare an engaging and informative presentation for parents and students on the night of open house in order to effectively communicate goals.
Developing Pre-AP Skills in High School English
Pre-AP skills, such as literary interpretation, can be taught to all students, regardless of whether they intend to take AP, or Advanced Placement, classes in the future
Creating a Coherent Curriculum
High school English teachers face many challenges, but one of the most difficult is making decisions about curriculum that access all students' prior knowledge.
Preparing Students to Read a Novel
Teachers help make new concepts accessible to students by using an opinion survey and short writing assignment to make predictions and introduce themes in the stort,
Teach the Character Analysis Essay Lesson
High school teachers guide students towards writing an effective essay analyzing a literary character. Here is a sample lesson plan that provides motivation and support..
End of the Year Lesson Plan
Interesting lesson plans are difficult at the end of the school year, but incorporating film creates a positive learning environment and keep students actively engaged.
Promote Critical Thinking Skills in Students
Teachers can foster critical thinking skills in their high school students by preparing student-lead discussion groups. Varying teacher roles can bring positive results.
Manage Student Writing Portfolios
New high school English teachers struggle with organizing and grading student essays. This easy system will save teachers time with grading and help manage work flow.