High school literacy activities

Now that the 2017-2018 school year has come to a close, I am spending some time reflecting on my practice as an educator. While there were some lows of the

Check out this engaging informational text activity for high school students. These informational text worksheets are engaging for students but also focus on the ELA standards. It’s always important to teach the standards, but I like to do it in a way that gets my students’ attention and keeps them motivated to read. It’s fun […]

5 engaging, student-centered ELA strategies to try this school year: Socratic Seminars, Mock Trials, Question Trails, Speed Debating, and Learning Stations

Teaching figurative language terms can be boring. So here are some engaging, hands-on figurative language activities for your class!

For most of us as English teachers, reading was a love-at-first-sight kind of experience, and while some of our students have that same natural love for reading, others simply have cold feet. Thankfully, it only takes a little creativity and the right reading activity for a love of reading to bloom. To foster this love

Here are SEVEN engaging activities for the first week back to school in middle school and high school English Language Arts. #middleschool #highschool #8thgrade #7thgrade #6thgrade #ELA #english #languagearts

Learn why one-pagers are one of my go-to activities for breaking down complex topics and texts. Understand what they are, why you and your students will love them, and how to implement them in your ELA classroom. I even have the advice to help you tackle the biggest obstacle you’ll encounter with this activity.

Looking for unique post-reading activities to inspire students and provide a sample of their analytical skills? Find high-interest strategies for secondary.

Trying to teach teen students about money? Check out these free financial literacy activities for high school students (PDFs).

Movement in the classroom is beneficial for many reasons. First and foremost, getting up to move in the classroom might help anxious students relieve stress.