Laura Randazzo

A Must-Read: “Sticks” by George Saunders

Looking for a one-page short story from a modern writer that’ll hook your students? Sticks, a flash fiction short story…

high school English

Last week, a TikToker asked if I had a non-fiction version of my literature activity choice board freebie. I don’t…

American literture

Definitely not. But her famous poem, “I’m Nobody! Who are You?,” is a useful tool to help students consider their…

fun stuff

Happy almost new year! If you’re looking to make a change, this habit tracker worksheet might be just the boost…

high school English

Literary analysis is the hardest writing mode to teach. Narrative, research, and argument? Got those covered. But literary analysis? Oof.…

fun stuff

As English teachers know, a lot of stories are the same story. Breaking down that successful narrative pattern with students…

Uncategorized

I’m about 100 years late to the party, but I just discovered Katherine Mansfield’s “The Doll’s House” and need to…

classroom management

Today’s post is a question I received via email this week. This teacher gave me permission to share our exchange…

high school English

Go ahead and call me a minimalist because when it comes to lesson planning, I’m a fan of “less is…

classroom management

How do you help teens settle in after the chaos of passing period? How do you build enthusiasm for learning…