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Helping students unlock the power of fiction is one of the most rewarding parts of teaching literature. Understanding the key elements that make up a story is essential—not just for analyzing no … read more

Bringing a classic novel or a complex poem to life in a classroom can feel like a monumental task. How do you get students to look up from their screens and connect with words written decades, or even … read more

Teaching literature in high school can be both exciting and challenging, as it requires engaging students with diverse interests and skill levels. Here are some effective strategies to make literature … read more

Help for new English teachers is here! That first year in the classroom can be pretty challenging. Here are a few tips that may help! You Don't Have To Know EVERYTHING Even though my first year of tea … read more

AI is here to stay, so rather than fighting it in our classrooms, let's talk about some ways to take advantage of it to help students become critical thinkers and explore literature. Here are some nov … read more

After writing my post How to Create an Engaging Novel Study, I got thinking about the first day back and the usual diagnostic assessments often used. Nothing quite says, "Welcome back!" to students li … read more