In this library of mini-lessons, students will learn how to "argue on paper" or write persuasive essays using a fictional case about a school dress code rule against band t-shirts.

Contains plans for five fourth grade lessons that ask students to write essays for future fourth graders about how to have successful years. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used in...

Lesson plan on writing thesis statements specifically addresses writing essays on historical subjects and themes, particularly essays written in response to document-based questions (DBQs). Walks students through identifying clear thesis...

This lesson plan focuses on strategies for writing effective conclusions. It provides a list of strategies and a sample essay.

Photovoice is a technique that has participants take photos in response to a prompt, reflect on the meaning behind three of their photos, and share the photos to find common themes. It is an ideal strategy for all forms of classrooms,...

In this lesson students examine primary source documents including photographs, film, maps, and essays to learn about Chicago at the turn of the 20th century and Carl Sandburg's famous poem. After examining the poem's use of...