Dec 17
My students and I love “A Jury of Her Peers“ by Susan Glaspell. Keep reading for seven reasons you should use it in your classroom as well. ***Spoilers ahead. Read with caution*** 1. Feminist Lens Written by a woman and about women, it gives excellent insight into the social roles of men and women in …
Mar 05
There’s a lot to be said for seeing irony, foreshadow, and satire playing out on the screen versus just reading about it. My visual students really thrive when they see it in action. And since all my students secretly love watching kids’ movies, it’s a win-win when I show these clips. (This is the second …
Apr 10
I love breaking up the monotony of a lesson with a quick video, visual, or audio example of whatever it is we’re doing in class. One of my go-tos is Disney since I have a three-year-old son. But do not let these too-cool-for-school high school students fool you; they love the these classic movie clips. …
