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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 Analysis and Writing Strategy Formulas

Analysis and Writing Strategy Formulas

This comprehensive literary and rhetorical analysis bundle provides students with clear, structured frameworks to confidently analyze any text. Designed to align with AP-style writing expectations, this resource includes four powerful strategies—SPACECAT, TPCASSTT, CAPER, and TAPES—that guide students from basic comprehension to sophisticated analysis. Each framework breaks down complex thinking into manageable steps, helping students develop strong thesis statements, select meaningful evidence,
Preview of Argumentative Essay: Ethics of Science and Medicine in Frankenstein

Argumentative Essay: Ethics of Science and Medicine in Frankenstein

Help your students bridge classic literature and modern ethical dilemmas with this engaging argumentative essay unit inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein! This resource invites students to explore the question: To what extent should humanity push the boundaries of science and medicine before crossing the threshold of “playing God”? Students analyze Shelley’s cautionary tale and connect it to real-world scientific and medical practices through light research, guided structure, and moral rea
Preview of College Essay Writing Workshop

College Essay Writing Workshop

College Essay Writing Workshop – 2–3 Day Lesson Plan + Printable Student Planning PacketHelp your seniors start the year strong with a 2–3 day interactive college essay workshop that gets them brainstorming, drafting, and revising their Common App essays. This ready-to-use resource not only helps students produce a meaningful draft, but also gives you time to connect with them individually and understand their goals. What’s Included: ✅ Step-by-step workshop plan for 2–3 days of instruction ✅ Mi
Preview of Satirical Prompt: A Modest Proposal for a Modern Issue

Satirical Prompt: A Modest Proposal for a Modern Issue

A Modest Proposal for Modern Problems: Students write a short satirical piece that humorously critiques a real-world issue by proposing a ridiculous or exaggerated “solution” in the style of Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal."
Preview of Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand | Louis Zamperini | Novel Study Digital Notebook

Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand | Louis Zamperini | Novel Study Digital Notebook

Embark on an immersive literary journey with our Unbroken Novel Study Digital Notebook! Designed to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of Laura Hillenbrand's gripping tale of resilience, survival, and redemption, this interactive assignment will guide students through a comprehensive exploration of themes, plot intricacies, literary devices, and historical context. Features:Theme Analysis: Engage in thoughtful reflection and analysis of the novel's central themes, including resilien
Preview of The Hobbit: Novel Study Digital Notebook

The Hobbit: Novel Study Digital Notebook

Embark on a journey through Middle-earth with your students through the use of a digital novel study notebook designed to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of J.R.R. Tolkien's timeless masterpiece, "The Hobbit." Engage with the Text: Delve deeper into the story with thought-provoking comprehension and discussion questions tailored to each chapter. Analyze key literary elements such as character development, plot structure, and symbolism to uncover the hidden treasures of Tolkien's
Preview of Research Paper Planner: Global Perspectives

Research Paper Planner: Global Perspectives

Students can organize their ideas and research findings for a Global Perspectives research paper, based on a global issue. Students will record the global issue, causes, effects, and potential solutions to the global issue. This graphic organizer will keep their ideas clear and organized to make it easy to craft their research essay.
Preview of Argumentative Writing Graphic Organizer

Argumentative Writing Graphic Organizer

This easy graphic organizer will help your students organize their ideas while they effectively build and argument for an argumentative essay. Students will not miss any key components for an argumentative essay by using the planning sheet. Easy to print or digitally distribute to students.
Preview of The Ravine: Guided Reading Presentation

The Ravine: Guided Reading Presentation

This is a guided reading presentation for the short story "The Ravine" by Graham Salisbury from the 6th grade Florida Collections textbook. The presentation includes analysis and comprehension checks. A lesson about literary text story elements is also included in the presentation. The guiding questions are from the Florida Collections textbook.
Preview of Poetry: Animal Wisdom and The Last Wolf

Poetry: Animal Wisdom and The Last Wolf

This is a guided reading presentation for the poems "Animal Wisdom" and "The Last Wolf" from the 6th grade Florida Collections textbook. The presentation includes guiding questions for students as they read the poems. The questions help the students to analyze figurative language and poetic structure. The guided reading also helps the students with paraphrasing. The guiding questions are from the Florida Collections teacher edition textbook.
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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.