Curriculum Design Studio
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Washington, United States
About the store
Curriculum Design Studio offers secondary English Language Arts resources grounded in instructional design, close reading, and writing practice.
Resources are developed by an experienced instructional coach with a PhD in Education Theory and Practice and are designed to support coherent instruction, thoughtful assessment, and meaningful student work. Materials emphasize clarity, structure, and adaptability across texts, units, and instructional contexts.
This store is intended for educators who value accessible, intellectually rigorous, well-designed curriculum tools that respect teacher expertise.
About Alex:
I am an experienced instructional coach supporting secondary educators across disciplines, with particular expertise in English Language Arts, literacy, and curriculum development.
My professional work includes:
*coaching teachers on lesson, unit, and assessment design
*supporting close reading, writing instruction, and academic discourse
*aligning curriculum with research-informed instructional practices
*designing professional learning grounded in classroom realities
All resources in this store reflect sustained work with teachers and students in real school contexts.
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“Thank You, Ma’am” Close Reading with Embedded Higher-Order Questions (ELA 9–10)
This editable resource includes: The *full text of “Thank You, Ma’am” by Langston Hughes, with permission-ready formattingHigh-level Bloom’s / DOK 2–3 questions embedded directly into the text, prompting students to think as they readCarefully sequenced analysis- and evaluation-level prompts that guide students through character development, theme, and moral complexityStandards-aligned questions designed to support close reading, inference, and evidence-based discussionHOW I USE THIS RESOURCE IN
7th - 12th
Close Reading, Reading Strategies, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
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The Yellow Wallpaper: Close Reading with Embedded Analysis Questions
DESIGNED FOR WHOLE CLASS OR INDEPENDENT STUDY This is a ready-to-use close reading resource for “The Yellow Wallpaper” by Charlotte Perkins Gilman that guides students through the story as they read, not after they finish. Instead of treating this complex text as something students either “get” or don’t, this resource walks them carefully and logically through the narrator’s experience, helping them track changes in thinking, behavior, and power over time. WHAT’S INCLUDED✔ The full text of “Th
10th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Close Reading, Literature, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.11-12.1
, RL.11-12.2
, RL.11-12.3
+2
Poetry Analysis--Drawing a Conclusion "The Last Powwow at the End of the World"
Please enjoy this free lesson which includes:
*A free Prezi presentation
*Free full lesson cycle with double-planned lesson
*Free student handout with Do Now, guiding questions, poem, and quided notes for direct instruction
Download, enjoy, and rate!
Happy teaching,
Alex
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Poetry, Reading Strategies
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About the store
Experience
Curriculum Design Studio offers secondary English Language Arts resources grounded in instructional design, close reading, and writing practice.
Resources are developed by an experienced instructional coach with a PhD in Education Theory and Practice and are designed to support coherent instruction, thoughtful assessment, and meaningful student work. Materials emphasize clarity, structure, and adaptability across texts, units, and instructional contexts.
This store is intended for educators who value accessible, intellectually rigorous, well-designed curriculum tools that respect teacher expertise.
About Alex:
I am an experienced instructional coach supporting secondary educators across disciplines, with particular expertise in English Language Arts, literacy, and curriculum development.
My professional work includes:
*coaching teachers on lesson, unit, and assessment design
*supporting close reading, writing instruction, and academic discourse
*aligning curriculum with research-informed instructional practices
*designing professional learning grounded in classroom realities
All resources in this store reflect sustained work with teachers and students in real school contexts.
Teaching style
My instructional and design approach is grounded in clarity, coherence, and intellectual engagement.
I prioritize curriculum that:
*makes thinking visible
*supports inquiry, discussion, and revision
*emphasizes disciplinary practices over templates
*values depth, precision, and purposeful practice
The materials in this store are designed as flexible tools that support professional judgment rather than prescriptive scripts.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I focus less on individual recognition and more on the impact of work that supports teachers’ instructional decision-making and students’ engagement with complex texts and ideas.
The most meaningful moments in my work come from collaborating with educators to strengthen instruction, curriculum coherence, and student learning over time.
My own education history
I hold a PhD in Education Theory and Practice, with advanced training in educational theory, research, and instructional design. I bring 15 years of experience as an educator, including 4 years as an instructional coach and 10 years in education research.
My academic and professional background informs the structure, sequencing, and intent of the resources in this store, while remaining firmly grounded in classroom application.
Additional biographical information
Curriculum Design Studio reflects a belief that strong curriculum is:
*intentionally designed
*research-informed
*visually and cognitively clear
*respectful of teachers as professionals
This store is intentionally focused and minimal, offering resources meant to integrate seamlessly into existing practice and support sustained learning.
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