Tired of the “Theme” Struggle? 5 Powerful Novel Study Activities for Deep Discussion
If you ask a middle schooler, “What is the theme of this book?” you’ll likely get one of…
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Beyond the Packet: 5 Engaging Novel Study Activities for Powerful Thinking
We’ve all been there with our novel study activities. You finish a powerful chapter of a novel, the…
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The Surprising Strength of Teaching Graphic Novels
Graphic novels are no longer fringe texts in the classroom. They are complex, layered, and cognitively demanding works…
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Dynamic Novel Study Activities to Bring Energy to During Reading Time
When students first dive into a class novel, excitement and curiosity carry them through the opening chapters. But…
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Magical Mystery Stories: Teaching Inferences in Reading Comprehension Made Easy
Autumn’s crisp air and Halloween vibes make October the ideal month to sharpen inferences in reading comprehension with…
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Teaching Theme in Literature Made Easy: Strategies That Work
Theme is one of the trickiest elements to teach in literature. Too often, students treat it like a…
