Coach Epp

In this engaging project, students take on the role of juvenile defenders selected to testify before the Georgia General Assembly. They will craft a persuasive paper advocating for the separation of juvenile and adult court cases. To bring their arguments to life, students will record themselves delivering their speech as if addressing lawmakers. This project builds persuasive writing, public speaking, and civic awareness skills through an authentic, real-world scenario.

Make vocabulary come alive with this flexible Vocabulary Toolkit, perfect for any ELA, History, or Social Studies unit! This resource includes five engaging activities—Had It Sorted, Deep Dive, One-Pagers, Charades, and Word Journey—that build deep vocabulary understanding. Differentiation strategies for ESOL and Gifted learners are included to support all students. This toolkit is designed for easy use with Google Slides and Google Docs, ready to fit into any classroom vocabulary routine!

In this engaging economics project, students will rewrite a classic fairy tale with a money-minded twist. After watching a video version of their chosen tale, they'll craft a three-paragraph story that includes key economic concepts. The story must use at least five vocabulary words from a provided list, such as profit, income, saving, and debt. This creative writing activity blends language arts with 8th Grade Georgia History and economic standards in a fun, memorable way.