by 826 National (Organization)
First published 2011
High school writing teachers face students who resist creative assignments. 826 National addresses this challenge with fifty inventive lesson plans tested in their acclaimed writing labs. The book targets all students, including those most reluctant to write. Teachers can assign Literary Facebook profiles where students create mock social media pages for favorite characters. A College Application Essay Boot Camp provides practical preparation for seniors. Expert educators developed these lessons with contributions from novelists, actors, and entertainers. Each activity connects to Common Core State Standards through an included chart. The organization supports teachers while publishing student work and serving English language learners. These road tested strategies help educators reach difficult students through unconventional approaches that generate excitement about writing.
Genres: education, non-fiction, teaching, academic
Vibes: educational, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: expert-advice, lesson-plans
Setting: United States
240 pages · Paperback · Jossey-Bass