About the store
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.
Read moreAll resources
Filters
Grade
Subject
Resource type
Programs & methods
AP Language and Composition Yearlong Curriculum Map
Take the stress out of planning your AP Language and Composition course with this complete AP Lang Curriculum Map for the entire school year. This yearlong pacing guide is organized around the major AP Language skill categories, including rhetorical situation, claims and evidence, reasoning and organization, style, synthesis writing, argument writing, and rhetorical analysis. Each unit includes pacing, skill alignment, AP Classroom Progress Check connections, suggested texts, student objectives,
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Informational Text, Novel Studies, Other (ELA)
How to Create a Literary Analysis Lesson | The Red Convertible Example Text
The Red Convertible by Louise Erdrich – Literary Analysis Lesson | AP Lit | Teaching Students How to Write Analysis QuestionsHelp your students move beyond basic comprehension and into true literary analysis with this structured, visually engaging lesson built around “The Red Convertible” by Louise Erdrich. This resource teaches students not only how to analyze literature—but how to think like literary analysts by creating their own high-level questions. This lesson is perfect for building AP L
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
The Paper Menagerie by Ken Liu | Literary Analysis
The Paper Menagerie by Ken Liu – Literary Analysis Lesson | AP Lit | Symbolism, Magical Realism, & IdentityEngage your students in deep, meaningful literary analysis with this visually rich and thoughtfully structured lesson on “The Paper Menagerie” by Ken Liu. This resource is designed to help students move beyond comprehension and into higher-level interpretation, thematic analysis, and AP-style writing. Centered on powerful themes of cultural assimilation, identity, language, and memory, thi
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
Also included in: AP Literature Unit 4: Short Fiction II Bundle | Character Complexity
St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves by Karen Russell | Literary Analysis
St. Lucy’s Home for Girls Raised by Wolves – Literary Analysis Lesson | AP Lit | Allegory, Symbolism, & Essay WritingHelp students dive deeply into Karen Russell’s “St. Lucy’s Home for Girls Raised by Wolves” with this engaging, visually rich literary analysis lesson designed to build AP Literature skills and higher-level thinking. This resource guides students through key literary concepts while preparing them to develop a defensible, text-based argument centered on one of the most important i
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
Also included in: AP Literature Unit 4: Short Fiction II Bundle | Character Complexity
“Cathedral” by Raymond Carver | Scene-by-Scene Literary Analysis
“Cathedral” by Raymond Carver | Scene-by-Scene Literary AnalysisThis resource guides students through a structured, scene-by-scene literary analysis of Raymond Carver’s Cathedral, focusing on how plot, character development, and theme work together to shape the story’s meaning. Designed for AP Literature, Honors English, and upper-level ELA classes, this assignment helps students understand how minimalist fiction builds depth through subtle shifts in dialogue, perspective, and symbolic action.
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
Also included in: AP Literature Unit 1 Short Fiction 1 Bundle | AP Classroom-Aligned
Facing It by Yusef Komunyakaa | Poetry Analysis Lesson
Bring Yusef Komunyakaa’s powerful poem “Facing It” to life in your classroom with this ready-to-use literary analysis resource. Designed for high school English and AP Literature students, this lesson guide focuses on four essential areas of analysis: structure, perspective, tone, and imagery. Students will: Annotate the poem with a clear focus on fragmented structure, shifts in perspective, vivid imagery, and evolving tone. Engage in guided literary discussion questions that push beyond surf
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Other (ELA), Poetry, U.S. History
"Sonny's Blues" by James Baldwin | Short Prose Fiction Literary Analysis
Explore James Baldwin’s “Sonny’s Blues” with this in-depth literary analysis resource that guides students through the story’s rich use of characterization, conflict, narration, and symbolism. Students will examine how Baldwin’s narrative choices illuminate themes of suffering, family, and redemption. Students will: Analyze characterization through dialogue, actions, and narration, noting how Baldwin reveals the complexities of Sonny, the narrator, and their relationship. Identify conflicts—b
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Close Reading, Literature, Short Stories
Also included in: AP Lit Prose Bundle: Identity, Morality, Gender and Human Psychology
British Literature Curriculum Map
British Literature Curriculum MapThis yearlong British Literature curriculum is designed to engage seniors in meaningful, theme-driven literary analysis while developing essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Organized by quarter, the curriculum explores timeless questions about morality, ambition, identity, and human nature through a diverse range of texts, writing tasks, and interdisciplinary connections. What This Curriculum Offers: Thematic Structure: Each quarter is built
11th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Other (ELA)
AP Literature & Composition Curriculum Map
AP Literature Curriculum MapThis curriculum map offers a thoughtfully sequenced and skill-aligned framework for teaching AP English Literature and Composition. Organized into nine thematic units, the course integrates close reading, analytical writing, and AP-aligned assessments, while emphasizing diverse voices, literary traditions, and universal human themes. Each unit is grounded in the AP Literature Course and Exam Description (CED) skills, ensuring that students practice interpreting comple
11th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Other (ELA)
Dulce et Decorum Est by Wilfred Owen | Poetry Analysis
In this lesson, students will engage in a close reading of Wilfred Owen’s Dulce et Decorum Est to analyze how the poet uses language and structure to convey his anti-war message. Through guided annotation and discussion, students will examine diction and imagery to understand the emotional and sensory impact of the poem. They will also explore historical context and the irony of the title and closing lines, considering how these elements shape the poet’s critique of patriotic ideals. The lesson
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Other (ELA), Poetry
Showing 1-10 of 10 results
About the store
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.
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands