http://www.lessonplanet.com/lesson_plans/articles The Search Engine for Teachers http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/english_lesson_plans/27_October_2009/167/a_lesson_on_atmosphere_symbolism_screams_a_study_of_edgar_allen_poe_s_the_raven_on_halloween Students normally “scared” of poetry welcome “The Raven” lesson plans at Halloween Alicia Johnson Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:15:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/english_lesson_plans/27_October_2009/167/a_lesson_on_atmosphere_symbolism_screams_a_study_of_edgar_allen_poe_s_the_raven_on_halloween http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/english_lesson_plans/24_September_2009/144/banned_book_week_lessons Students are surprised when they discover how many books are challenged each year. Alicia Johnson Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:23:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/english_lesson_plans/24_September_2009/144/banned_book_week_lessons http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/16_September_2009/133/media_lessons_help_students_to_better_understand_persuasive_language Beginning a media unit by taking a closer look at advertising, and persuasive techniques can keep students engaged. Alicia Johnson Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:48:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/16_September_2009/133/media_lessons_help_students_to_better_understand_persuasive_language http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/english_lesson_plans/09_September_2009/124/september_11_lesson_plans By interviewing family members about 9/11, students can provide material for deep and meaningful discussions. Alicia Johnson Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:55:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/english_lesson_plans/09_September_2009/124/september_11_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/26_August_2009/109/characterization_lessons_for_middle_school_students Students learn characterization by writing about a special person in their life. Alicia Johnson Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:15:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/26_August_2009/109/characterization_lessons_for_middle_school_students http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/20_July_2009/82/lessons_using_the_science_fiction_genre Students can practice "The Lost Art of Imagination" when they delve into the science fiction genre. Alicia Johnson Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/20_July_2009/82/lessons_using_the_science_fiction_genre http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/23_June_2009/53/autobiography_lesson_plans_that_start_the_year_off_right Teaching autobiography or journal writing lessons the first week of school is a wonderful way to get to know your new students. Alicia Johnson Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/23_June_2009/53/autobiography_lesson_plans_that_start_the_year_off_right http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/02_July_2008/67/early_american_oral_tradition_lesson_plans Students open their minds to the relevance of early American myths and legends by sharing their own family stories. Alicia Johnson Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/english_lesson_plans/02_July_2008/67/early_american_oral_tradition_lesson_plans