Language Arts

How To Teach Shakespeare (Even When You Think You Aren’t a Fan)

How To Teach Shakespeare (Even When You Think You Aren’t a Fan)

Comparing a Book to Its Movie – Mary Poppins

Comparing a Book to Its Movie – Mary Poppins

Bringing Classic Literature to Life with Unit Studies

Bringing Classic Literature to Life with Unit Studies

Teaching Language Arts & Literature

Tools for Homeschooling Middle School: Teaching Language Arts & Literature

If your middle schooler struggles with writing, check out what we did to improve my teen's writing in just one semester. My kids gained useful writing tools, learned a comprehensive process, and grew confidence as independent writers. Add this to your language arts before high school, where solid writing skills are necessary. I love the 5 step process because it's easy to follow and takes the guesswork out of the equation. #writing #teens #tweens #middleschool #languagearts #educationpossible

Reluctant Writers: How We Improved Writing Skills in 3 Months

My tweens struggle to think of things to write about, so I regularly try to strengthen their story building skills. Instead of forcing them to practice by writing multiple stories, we play this game which allows them to think on their feet and get better at telling stories quickly. Rory's Story Cubes are the perfect addition to your middle school language arts lessons. We love playing by passing the story around. #tweens #teens #languagearts #educationpossible #middleschool #gamesforlearning

How to Improve Your Tween’s Creative Writing Skills with a Game

Hand drawing a light bulb with filament with blue marker on lined paper. Text overlay reads Brainstorming Tips for middle schoolers.

Brainstorming Tips & Tools for Middle School Students

Introduce your children to great literature and let them share their love of books with their homeschool friends by starting a middle school book club. It will be a great addition to your language arts lesson plans. Don't know how to begin? I've got you covered. Included here are ideas for book selection, literary analysis, and discussion starters. Which book will you start with? The Giver was one of our favorites. #middleschool #tweens #teens #homeschooling #languagearts #bookclub

How to Start a Middle School Book Club

Hands-on Learning Activities for Middle School

The Ultimate Guide to Hands-on Learning Activities for Middle School

The Secret Garden Book Study

The Secret Garden – Book Study & Activities

This year, are you adding personal biographies to your middle schooler's lesson plans? If so, have them use this Biography Report Form/Organizer to make it simple for your teen. They can complete this printable to create a brief biography or use the information they gather as a starting point for a longer writing assignment. Use in language arts, history, science, and more. #middleschool #educationpossible #biographies #homeschooling #tweens #teens

Biography Report Form Template and Organizer

Peter Pan

Peter Pan – Learning Activities