Teach Ghost by Jason Reynolds: An Engaging Novel for Grades 5–8
Looking for a high-interest novel that will engage your 5th–8th grade readers while giving you plenty to teach? Ghost by Jason Reynolds is an excellent choice for an upper elementary or middle school ELA novel study. This fast-paced, relatable novel gives students...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Novel Study: A Delicious Way to Teach Reading, Vocabulary, and Critical Thinking
Looking for an engaging novel study for upper elementary students? Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl is a fantastic choice for bringing reading comprehension, vocabulary, critical thinking, and meaningful discussion together in one unforgettable story....
How to Teach Novel Studies Part 3: Pacing
Some of my most vivid childhood memories of school were the novel studies I read for various subjects. It was my favorite way to learn skills, history, and any topic! I love books, and being allowed to read an entire book from cover to cover as a school assignment put...
Projekt 1065 Novel Study: A WWII Historical Fiction Unit Students Will Love
Looking for an engaging World War II novel for middle school students? Projekt 1065 by Alan Gratz is a fast-paced historical fiction novel that combines action, suspense, history, and important lessons about courage, loyalty, propaganda, and standing up for what is...
Stargirl Novel Study: Engaging ELA Activities for Grades 5–8
Are you looking for an engaging Stargirl novel study that will help your students develop reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing, and critical-thinking skills while exploring meaningful themes? Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli is an excellent novel for middle school and...
How to Teach Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz: A Powerful Historical Fiction Novel Study
Teaching the Holocaust to middle school students is difficult—but powerful literature can help students understand history in a deeply personal way. Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz is an especially compelling choice for a 5th–8th grade historical fiction novel study....
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader: A Journey into Adventure, Character, and Critical Thinking
Looking for an engaging novel study for The Voyage of the Dawn Treader that will get your students thinking, discussing, and making meaningful connections? The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C. S. Lewis is a wonderful choice for an upper elementary or middle school ELA...
I’m Shelley from The Teaching Bank. I have taught 3rd, 4th, and 6th grades.
My goal is to provide lessons and units for K-12 that are practical and ready to teach with minimal prep needed.