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.
