Category: English and Language Arts

  • Remembering Michael Crichton 15 Years Later

    I first read Jurassic Park in the summer before my freshman year in high school. I have read almost every MC novel and highly recommend his books for others.

  • Movie Reviews With Historical Perspective

    Originally posted in Nov 2012. This new update includes a rubric references using AI tools in the review and editing process. Students may watch one of the following movies and write a 500-750 word historical perspective on the movie. You must provided reference to at least two profession movie reviews and explain how the movie…

  • Why I Watch Frankenstein (1931)

    I use the 1931 adaptation of “Frankenstein” in classes to stimulate discussions about film evolution, literary adaptations, thematic exploration, and critical analysis. This encourages students to engage in creative projects and critical thinking about storytelling, cultural significance, and the impact of adaptations in narratives.

  • Weekly ACT-SAT Vocabulary Group 4

    Social Studies GROUP FOUR arbitration- n. the use of another person to settle a dispute/argument/disagreement.economies of scale- n. a saving in costs gained by an increased level of production.capitalists- n. a wealthy person who uses money to invest in trade and industry for profit entrepreneurs- n. a person who organizes and operates a business or…

  • Weekly ACT-SAT Vocabulary Group 3

    Social Studies GROUP Three abolition- n. the action or an act of ending a system, practice, or institution.amnesty- v. grant an official pardon to.annexation- n. the action of annexing something, especially territory.appeasement- n. the action or process of gratifying or acquiescence.attrition- n. the action or process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness of someone…

  • Weekly ACT-SAT Vocabulary Group 2

    This post is in response to my comments about using vocabulary in better and more intentional ways. I am going to post a list of common words seen in standardized test.