'Me Fail English? That's Unpossible' : Studying Literature with "The Simpsons"

Does your class love The Simpsons? It might seem dated, but with reruns constantly popping up on television, this show still holds the attention of most of your learners. Play the opening sequence of an episode, and brainstorm any associations with your class. Then, read the related post (provided) and discuss the five questions posted. Now comes the fun part! Find and select an episode to use along with a unit you've been teaching. A list of novels commonly taught in middle and high school are aligned with episodes to use! How awesome!