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Would Emily Dickinson want to be TikTok Famous?

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

Laura Randazzo
American literture

I Just Met Susan Glaspell

Haven’t heard of her? You’re not alone. Last week, I came across Susan Glaspell’s short story, “A Jury of Her…

Laura Randazzo
American literture

Sci Fi To Make Us Better People

Please allow me introduce you to Andy Weir’s tasty morsel of a short story called, “The Egg.” The story, part…

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American literture

Free Podcast Lesson: War Hero Robert Smalls

On May 13, 1862, Robert Smalls impersonated a Confederate captain, stole a gunboat, and sailed his family away from enslavement.…

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American literture

You Don’t Always Have to be the Expert

A few years back, I noticed something weird – kids sometimes, maybe even often, learned more when I did less. One…

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American literture

“Homewrecker” – Would You or Wouldn’t You?

I need your help with a judgment call. This month, one of my favorite podcasts, Criminal, detailed the compelling case…

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American literture

Poe or Emo?

Friend of the blog (and real-life homie) Annette just shared a link to this surprisingly challenging quiz from the folks…

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American literture

A Modern Magi

Many of us will present “The Gift of the Magi,” O. Henry’s tale of gift giving and self-sacrifice in December,…

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American literture

Let Jason Reynolds Teach Your Class

I’ve started reading again. After a moment of unpleasant reflection when I publicly admitted I’m an English teacher who doesn’t…

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American literture

Best Book Ever?

What is America’s favorite book? This summer, the good folks at PBS have decided to take on this question and…

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