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Reading Anxiety is a Symptom, Not a Cause

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Dr. Brandon Abdon

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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Elementary school student looking frustrated with book

How Schools are Killing the Love of Reading

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Dr. Brandon Abdon

Ask a teenager how they feel about reading, and you’ll likely get an eye roll, a groan, or a halfhearted, “I don’t like books.”

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high school students working at a desk

Tips for Student-Lead Classes

Jennifer Epping

We’ve heard of Project-Based Learning (PBLs), which allows students to mostly have independent leadership through a task or project and creative...

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Rose on a stack of books

Book Dating Profile

Perfection Learning

In this activity, each student will create a "dating profile" for a book. By highlighting key characteristics of the book, students will craft...

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Why Middle and High School Teachers Care about the Science of Reading and Transitional Literacy

Picture of Dr. Brandon Abdon

Dr. Brandon Abdon

While most early literacy development occurs in elementary school, teachers in middle and high schools continue shaping students' reading abilities,...

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3 middle school aged students sitting at a table with a book working on their reading skills

Transitional Literacy and the Science of Reading in Grades 6-12

Picture of Dr. Brandon Abdon

Dr. Brandon Abdon

Transitional literacy focuses on bridging the gap between basic reading skills and more advanced literacy skills necessary for success during middle...

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Reconsidering Homework

Picture of Dr. Brandon Abdon

Dr. Brandon Abdon

Homework is unfair.

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Graphic Literary Analysis Presentations

Jennifer Nash

When it comes to assessments in English classrooms, many teachers fall in the routine of short answer questions, multiple choice questions, and...

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5 Reasons to Use a Student Engagement Rubric

Jennifer Nash

Several years ago, I began using a 4-point Student Engagement rubric for assignments that were either early in the knowledge acquisition period or...

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Interactive Juneteenth Lesson Plans for Secondary Education

Perfection Learning

Explore engaging and interactive Juneteenth lesson plans designed for secondary education students to deepen their understanding of this important...

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Middle school aged girl with blonde hair sitting between two large stacks of books and appearing thoughtful.

Reading Anxiety is a Symptom, Not a Cause

Dr. Brandon Abdon

If you've ever worked with students who struggle with reading—or experienced that struggle yourself—you’ve likely seen it firsthand: the hesitation, the frustration, the visible discomfort when asked to read aloud or engage with a challenging text. These reactions are often misunderstood. Too...

Read More

Elementary school student looking frustrated with book

How Schools are Killing the Love of Reading

Dr. Brandon Abdon

Ask a teenager how they feel about reading, and you’ll likely get an eye roll, a groan, or a halfhearted, “I don’t like books.”

Read More

high school students working at a desk

Tips for Student-Lead Classes

Jennifer Epping

We’ve heard of Project-Based Learning (PBLs), which allows students to mostly have independent leadership through a task or project and creative freedom to add their personal touches. Student-led classes have a very similar approach in that it’s led mostly by the student leaders elected and they...

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Rose on a stack of books

Book Dating Profile

Perfection Learning

In this activity, each student will create a "dating profile" for a book. By highlighting key characteristics of the book, students will craft profiles that showcase why their book is a great pick. This activity acts as a fun alternative to a traditional reading log.

Read More

Why Middle and High School Teachers Care about the Science of Reading and Transitional Literacy

Dr. Brandon Abdon

While most early literacy development occurs in elementary school, teachers in middle and high schools continue shaping students' reading abilities, comprehension strategies, and critical thinking skills. By focusing on the science of reading, these teachers reinforce foundational literacy skills...

Read More

3 middle school aged students sitting at a table with a book working on their reading skills

Transitional Literacy and the Science of Reading in Grades 6-12

Dr. Brandon Abdon

Transitional literacy focuses on bridging the gap between basic reading skills and more advanced literacy skills necessary for success during middle and high school. While the science of reading lays the groundwork by equipping students with the necessary skills, transitional literacy focuses on...

Read More

Reconsidering Homework

Dr. Brandon Abdon

Homework is unfair.

Read More

Graphic Literary Analysis Presentations

Jennifer Nash

When it comes to assessments in English classrooms, many teachers fall in the routine of short answer questions, multiple choice questions, and essays. Rinse then repeat. While this can often be tedious for a teacher, imagine how your students feel.

Read More

5 Reasons to Use a Student Engagement Rubric

Jennifer Nash

Several years ago, I began using a 4-point Student Engagement rubric for assignments that were either early in the knowledge acquisition period or for process-type assignments. My Student Engagement Rubric is below:

Read More

Interactive Juneteenth Lesson Plans for Secondary Education

Perfection Learning

Explore engaging and interactive Juneteenth lesson plans designed for secondary education students to deepen their understanding of this important historical event.

Read More