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    5 Ways to Embed Whole-Class Novels While Still Teaching the Rest of your Content

    Laura Kebart will help you connect novel studies to cross-curricular goals, enhancing engagement without sacrificing core skills. Watch the webinar now!

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    Reasoning and Commentary in AP English: Building Stronger Arguments

    It’s a comment I hear from teachers everywhere I go. No matter what size of school or district or the AP “passing” rates of the students, it’s the...

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    Literature Circles with Multilingual Learners

    Walk into a middle school classroom during a lively literature circle and you’ll hear questions, laughter, debate, and—most important—learners...

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    Ready to Bridge Languages and Build Connections This School Year?

    The summer break is winding down, and soon you'll be setting up your classroom for another year of learning adventures. Whether you're a first-year...

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    6 Unique Exit Tickets to Use with Your Students

    An exit ticket can be an effective way to determine if students are understanding what they are being taught. They provide immediate feedback, while...

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    What AP® English Teachers Must Know about Their Students on Day One

    The first days of any AP® English course are less about handing out a syllabus and more about laying a foundation: telling students what is expected...

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    Top 3 Tips: Setting Your School Year Up for Success

    For students, the back-to-school checklist mainly consists of the standard list of supplies, the requisite instructional materials, and maybe a new...

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    Back to School Preparation Guide

    School leaders in today’s educational environment recognize that the school year does not begin on the first day of classes. It starts with careful...

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    3 Ways to Help Students with Disabilities Know They Belong

    Creating a sense of belonging at school is essential for every student, but it is especially impactful for those with disabilities. Students with...

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    Reading Anxiety is a Symptom, Not a Cause

    If you've ever worked with students who struggle with reading—or experienced that struggle yourself—you’ve likely seen it firsthand: the hesitation,...

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