Category: Strategies

A young woman sits on the library floor, leaning against a bookshelf, immersed in independent reading as she enjoys a blue book. She wears a denim jacket and maroon pants, while sunlight filters in from a nearby window.

Maximizing Impact and Interest with Independent Reading

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Three book and DVD covers overlap: Troy, Lord of the Flies, and Frankenstein. The Troy DVD shows armored figures, Lord of the Flies has dark green tones, and Frankenstein features illustrated faces—showcasing how integrating pop culture in ELA can engage students through familiar visual media.

Why Pop Culture Belongs in Literacy Classrooms

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Three people smiling in front of a purple backdrop that reads, An ELA curriculum like no other. We believe that all students deserve—and even crave—real, meaningful, and relevant work. Captured at the NCTE Annual Convention, this moment reflects our shared commitment to innovative education.

4 Ways to Teach with Heart from #NCTE24

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