Teaching literary analysis

A blog about teaching middle school ELA and math.

Teaching essay writing is no simple task: The pressure is on: this is a skill that students need , are tested on, and will need to harness for the next grade level all the way into college. Students somehow forget what they’ve learned in between assignments. I m

Have you ever found yourself staring at a book, wondering how to delve deeper into its meaning? Wondered how literary scholars unravel the mysteries of books, deciphering hidden meanings and appreciating the artistry within? Literary analysis is like peeling back the layers of an onion; it helps y

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Find 3 reasons why teaching character analysis is important in your upper elementary classroom. Discover one of my favorite picture books for teaching character analysis as well as wonderful graphic organizers that will have your students digging deep into character.

Teaching editing in the classroom. Teach your middle school ELA and high school English students how to edit their writing with these essay writing and self-editing strategies. Teach students editing and revision for essay writing. Middle School Writing Lessons | Secondary ELA | Middle School ELA Writing | High School English Writing | Teaching Self Editing | Editing Strategies | Peer Editing | Teaching Writing

Yes, English teachers can have a life. Use these strategies to cut your work load and increase the learning in your classroom.

If you're teaching George Orwell's 1984, this blog post provides lesson plans and activities to connect your 1984 unit to the real world.

Teaching literature with older students - engage them through connections and analysis. This is quick list of activities for literature with secondary students. #teachingliterature

Uncover the secrets behind powerful storytelling. Enhance your literary prowess with our complete guide for educators and students.