“The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson is such a great, memorable tale. I’m sure there aren’t many teachers who must be persuaded to teach this one. Nevertheless, the relevance to pandemic living is so strong, I just had to add this story to our classics to keep. If this is a story we already love andContinue Reading
Archives for June 2020
How to Teach Twain Through Short Stories: The Ghost Story
Not only does “A Ghost Story” allow for a great study of the effective use of diction, syntax, pacing, plot, dialogue, and irony, but it also offers a great tie-in to real life.
How Author Info Hooks Students and Reveals Relevance
By the time most of my students read The Scarlet Letter, they are salivating for it.
What is a Classic and Why Should We Read Them?
The telling of unforgettable stories can work to change the hearts and minds of society. The most powerful ones should be considered classics.
Twain Texts You Aren’t Teaching But Should: A Medieval Romance
If your students are like mine, they will immediately jump on the women’s rights angle after reading this story.
