Teaching Suspense & Pacing with Short Stories
These 5 short texts for teaching suspense and pacing will help make your lessons on literary elements less…
by Leila Hobbs October 19, 2021
These 5 short texts for teaching suspense and pacing will help make your lessons on literary elements less…
by Leila Hobbs October 19, 2021
Teaching metaphors with short texts is a great way to make your literary lessons more approachable & engaging.…
by Leila Hobbs September 28, 2021
Looking for more books with trans characters to add to your classroom library? I have recommendations for middle…
by Leila Hobbs August 24, 2021
Looking for new, free texts for teaching figurative language? This post has short stories, and other short texts…
by Leila Hobbs August 17, 2021
Need distance learning tips or resources to help you adapt to the needs of your students? I can…
by Leila Hobbs August 10, 2021
Looking for YA & MG books that will grab (and keep) a students attention? In this post I…
by Leila Hobbs July 13, 2021
Make your classroom more inclusive all year long by using these short texts by LGBTQ+ authors for Secondary…
by Leila Hobbs June 23, 2021
These Short Films for ELA students are a great way to strengthen reading skills and increase students’ literary…
by Leila Hobbs May 25, 2021
Looking to try digital escape rooms for Secondary ELA students? This post will help find a game that…
by Leila Hobbs May 18, 2021
What can I say about this school year that hasn’t already been said? Teachers, whether you’re teaching online,…
by Leila Hobbs March 30, 2021
Whether you’re looking for books to celebrate Women’s History Month or just amazing titles to add to your…
by Leila Hobbs March 9, 2021
Want a contemporary novel for your curriculum? Need classroom library suggestions? Check out Clap When You Land by…
by Leila Hobbs February 17, 2021
Are you looking to create a more inclusive classroom library? Are you asking yourself, “What should I read…
by Leila Hobbs July 10, 2020
Monday’s Not Coming by Tiffany D. Jackson is a heartbreaking snapshot of children who fall through the…
by Leila Hobbs May 31, 2018