Looking for “The Veldt” activities that spark critical thinking and creativity in your classroom? Ray Bradbury’s “The Veldt” is an unforgettable science fiction story that dives into the fascinating and sometimes chilling role of technology in our lives. With its gripping narrative and complex themes, this short story provides a wealth of opportunities to engage students in meaningful discussions about family, human nature, and the unintended consequences of overreliance on technology. If you’re ready to bring critical thinking and creativity to your secondary ELA students, these “The Veldt” activities are the perfect way to explore the story’s rich themes and big ideas. From analyzing its futuristic setting to crafting creative responses inspired by the text, these activities are designed to

Melt away your winter blues with these 10 engaging winter lesson plans for your ELA classroom! Whether you want to set a cozy mood for reading and writing or keep your students sharp with fun seasonal activities, there’s something here for every teaching style. You’ll find a variety of lessons, including a winter-themed podcast, creative writing projects, short stories, close reading resources, puzzles, and more. These activities are perfect for filling time between longer units, offering seasonal enrichment for fast finishers, or adding festive flair to your winter curriculum. Imagine your classroom warmed by the glow of a projected fire as your students listen to a gripping tale about mythical snow creatures, or picture your students competing in a winter

Get into the holiday spirit with any of these 10 holiday short stories for your secondary ELA classroom. You’ll find a mix of classic and contemporary in this roundup list as well as a bonus resource you can use with any short story any time of year. Take a look at these snapshots and pick a few favorite short stories to add to your ELA classroom.  Classic There’s something about the good ol’ classics. They’re often familiar and many students find ties to their own traditions or recognize the storyline in contemporary examples. Take a look at this short collection of classic short stories.  Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Jim and Della are a young couple who each

I absolutely love Mad Libs for Teens in my classroom. Yes, even with my secondary students. Why should elementary kids get to have all the fun? Mad Libs know no age limits! They are so versatile and a fun change-up to grammar worksheets. I can use these with all my English classes, and with a variety of student abilities. Mad Libs are one of the few activities that don’t need much prompting for student engagement, and they fit into any season and topic we’re covering. Read on for my favorite reasons you should use Mad Libs for teens in your secondary English Language Arts classroom. Practice Parts of Speech The biggest draw to using Mad Libs is they are inherently