Grammar lessons high school

Using Micro Teaching--stories students can read in under 10 minutes--is a great way to introduce skills, techniques and so much more in high school English classes. For AP® Literature and all ELA classes 9-12.

It can be difficult to get students excited about learning grammar, and even more difficult when you don't feel comfortable teaching it. In this #2ndaryELA Twitter chat, middle and high school English Language Arts teachers discussed approaches to teaching grammar, topics covered, avoiding boring lessons, and incorporating grammar into other aspects of ELA curriculum. Read through the chat for ideas to implement in your own classroom.

I was desperate for a better way to teach grammar. On my end, I was overwhelmed with how much I needed to teach: how to get it all done...

Here is my personal definition of a writing chart: any information displayed in your classroom to support students in their endeavors as writers. Charts can be small, medium or big. They can be handwritten or typed. They can be written on whiteboards or paper. I believe charts can even be digital an

Learn four compelling reasons why short stories are the best way to kick off your school year. Enhance literary analysis, adapt to roster changes, and integrate writing seamlessly. Ideal for secondary ELA teachers! #ELATeachers #ShortStories #TeachingTips Short stories to teach at the start of the school year | Teaching short stories in middle school | Teaching short stories in high school | high school short story activities | high school short story lessons | short story unit

English teachers, are you struggling with grammar instruction? Learn more about how to use mentor sentences, an instructional strategy that works!

The 3 2 1 strategy for the classroom is an easy fit for any classroom because it is quick, easy and can require very little prep...

When you were a kid people told you "sticks and stones will break your bones but words will never hurt you." Wrong. The one word project...

Teaching grammar can be a little monotonous and it can be a tedious concept to teach in middle school, but engaging lessons for grammar exist!

Struggling with curriculum planning? This secondary ELA pacing guide is your go-to solution! Created by a real classroom teacher, it includes narrative, informational, and research writing units, along with grammar and novel study flexibility. Perfect for middle and high school English classrooms!