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Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction. Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.
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Preview of Creative Arguments: Art, Photography, Poetry and Music Analysis and Project

Creative Arguments: Art, Photography, Poetry and Music Analysis and Project

Creative Arguments Unit: Visual, Musical, and Poetic Rhetoric Analysis + Project This engaging and visually structured resource introduces students to the concept of argument beyond traditional essays by exploring how artists, photographers, poets, and musicians communicate powerful claims about real-world issues. Students analyze historical examples of creative argument and then apply these skills by creating their own original piece. This unit includes materials centered around Pablo Picasso’s
Preview of Icarus Across Art & Poetry | TPCASTT Mythology Analysis Lesson

Icarus Across Art & Poetry | TPCASTT Mythology Analysis Lesson

Icarus Across Art & Poetry: TPCASTT Mythology Analysis LessonEdward Field • Pieter Bruegel • William Carlos WilliamsHelp students explore how Greek mythology is reimagined across art and poetry with this engaging, cross-disciplinary TPCASTT poetry analysis lesson centered on the myth of Icarus. This resource invites students to compare classical myth, Renaissance art, and modern poetry, emphasizing interpretation, perspective, and theme. Students analyze how different artists and poets reinterpr
Preview of REHUGO Project: Digital Scrapbook

REHUGO Project: Digital Scrapbook

REHUGO offers a unique blend of education and entertainment, providing students with immersive experiences that broaden their horizons and deepen their understanding of the world. Through curated collections of art, culture, history, and entertainment, REHUGO empowers students to explore diverse perspectives and engage with important social issues in a meaningful way. With the REHUGO Digital Scrapbook, students can embark on a journey of discovery, uncovering hidden gems from around the globe an
Preview of Selfie: The Changing Face of Self Portraits Lesson

Selfie: The Changing Face of Self Portraits Lesson

Selfie: The Changing Face of Self-Portraits'—a captivating text that unravels the fascinating evolution of self-expression through self-portraits. Explore the power of portraits as you journey through the shifting landscape of identity and artistry. An enlightening exploration awaits for students. This is a HMH compatible resource is a guided reading lesson of the informational text "Selfie: The Changing Face of Self Portraits." This presentation includes direct instruction of analyzing informat
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Experience

Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction. Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.

Teaching style

I believe in fostering excellence in literacy for all learners through a balance of structure, creativity, and purpose. My teaching integrates classical literary depth with research-based reading instruction, empowering students—from emerging readers to AP scholars—to think critically, read with empathy, and write with intention.

Awards & shining teacher moments

New Educator of the Year Award 19-20 American Hero Teacher of the Year Award 21-22

My own education history

Bachelors of Arts in English from Florida Gulf Coast University. Masters of Public Health from Liberty University. Teaching Certification from Florida Gulf Coast University. Philosophy of Christian Education Certification from Hobe Sound Bible College. Dyslexia Certification from the University of Florida.

Additional biographical information

Hi, I’m Courtney, an English educator passionate about creating engaging, research-based resources that foster excellence in literacy for all learners. With experience teaching middle school ELA, 12th Grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, I specialize in helping students think deeply, read critically, and write with purpose. I’m also certified in dyslexia intervention and literacy instruction for early learners, and I believe every student—from emerging readers to advanced scholars—deserves the tools to succeed and the joy of learning through language.