Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning
In this lesson, students will analyze three passages about the American Revolution written from British, Native American, and American Colonist perspectives and examine how each perspective influences the author’s purpose, tone, and word choice. Through comparison and discussion, students will evaluate... Read more »
Created by: Heather DeShazer
Date Updated: June 1st, 2026
Perspective and Purpose in Writing
In this lesson, students explore how teens learn, think, and grow by examining research about sleep, learning, and the brain. Students first play the game "Fiction in the Facts" to assess their existing knowledge. Then, students read and analyze scientific articles in small groups, highlighting key... Read more »
Created by: Heather DeShazer
Date Updated: February 26th, 2026
Developing Strong Claims
