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Rachel Karns of Karns & Noble LLC has 15 years of experience in the 7-12 ELA classrooms. She has taught all ability types (high, medium, and low) and has learned that every level will grow exponentially with engaging lessons with some added rigor. She has experienced it all (grades 7,8,9,10,11 and 12)--and loves it all! The results in her classroom led her to an offer to become a consulting teacher for other districts who needed ELA coaching and support. I love teaching, and I LOVE seeing kids fully engaged and connecting to material. Engagement and rigor with support can and will change students' lives!
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The Things They Carried novel unit Plan--High School ELA BUNDLE Vietnam war
The Things They Carried – Full Novel Unit Bundle | High School ELA Writing Activities, Vietnam war questions, and thoughtful discussion questions. Transform your secondary ELA classroom with this complete novel study unit for The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien! Perfect for grades 9–12, this editable and printable resource bundle includes everything you need to teach this powerful text with depth, engagement, and accountability. ✅ What’s Included: 4–5 Week Unit Plan & Pacing Guide – Streaml
9th - 12th
Literature, Reading, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.8.2
, RL.8.3
, RL.8.10
+28
11th grade research paper | American Author Study & Literary Analysis
American Literature Research Paper Unit | Author Study & Literary Analysis Engage your high school ELA students with this rigorous, standards-aligned research paper unit focused on prominent American authors. Perfect for literary analysis, writing instruction, and historical context exploration, this 5-week unit guides students through a deep dive into an author’s life, literary movement, and signature work. Students will: Analyze a major literary text with modeling and scaffoldingResearch the
8th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.8.1
, RL.8.2
, RL.8.3
+76
Beowulf 10-Day Unit for the First Time Teacher. Make this fun!
⚔️ Beowulf 10-Day ELA Unit | Hero’s Journey, Anglo-Saxon History, Worksheets & Essay PromptsBring the epic tale of Beowulf to life with this comprehensive 10-day unit plan designed for grades 9–12 ELA classrooms. Perfect for teaching British literature, Anglo-Saxon history, and the hero’s journey, this resource offers everything you need to engage students in meaningful literary analysis. What’s Included: Introductory slideshow on Anglo-Saxon culture and historical context Daily lesson
10th - 12th
British History, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.10
Winter Olympics Informational Writing and Research | Special Education
Engage your special education secondary students with this Winter Olympics Informational Research Paper designed to build reading comprehension, writing skills, and research strategies. Perfect for middle school and high school learners, this differentiated resource supports diverse learning needs while introducing students to the exciting world of the Winter Olympic Games. Students will explore Olympic history, sports events, and individual athletes while practicing informational writing, essay
6th - 12th
Informational Text, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.6.2
, W.6.4
, W.6.5
+18
SAT/PSAT Grammar Powerpoint Slideshow + Daily practice + bonus worksheet!
This is a Google folder of 5 months of daily slides to prepare students for the SAT test. I designed this when I realized that students needed to see grammar concepts over and over again to retain the knowledge and build confidence with it. You will get five months of daily slides that take 1-3 minutes per day. (Each month is 3 weeks of slides. The fourth week I review the concepts and then give students a 10-question quiz in the style of the SAT test. I will add this set of quizzes soon.)
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Grammar
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
, CCRA.L.2
, CCRA.L.4
Also included in: SAT/PSAT & Grammar powerpoint slideshows and quizzes
Jonathan Livingston Seagull Unit | Dream Big, Reflect Deeply, Write Boldly
Jonathan Livingston Seagull Literature Unit | Goal-Setting, Reflection & Writing Skills. Elevate your ELA instruction with this easy-to-use literature unit that blends goal-setting, personal reflection, and critical thinking through the inspiring novella Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Designed for middle and high school English, this resource helps students explore ambition, identity, and purpose while strengthening essential literacy skills. Perfect for Back to School, a mid-year mindset reset,
7th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
CCSS
RL.7.2
, RL.7.6
, RL.8.2
+19
The Alchemist Novel Study | Theme, Hero’s Journey, and Literary Analysis for ELA
Engage high school students with this complete novel study for The Alchemist featuring theme analysis, Hero’s Journey mapping, and essential literary terms. Perfect for ELA teachers seeking ready-to-use lesson plans, worksheets, and assessments aligned to Common Core standards. Students will explore personal legend, symbolism, and thematic development while practicing critical thinking and writing skills. Students will be able to write an optional literary analysis essay at the end of the unit
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
Canterbury Tales Unit | Satire, Irony & Pilgrim Analysis for High School ELA
Engage your high school ELA students with this complete Canterbury Tales Unit Plan, designed for grades 10–12 and packed with standards-aligned lessons on satire, irony, and character analysis. This 4–5 week curriculum brings Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales to life through interactive activities, historical context, and literary exploration. What’s Included:✅ Middle Ages historical context slideshow with teacher notes✅ “Rules of the Game” Prologue activity✅ Pilgrim character study assi
10th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+10
American Lit. Unit 2: National Identity Themes & Activities for Grades 8–12
Explore American Literature Through National Identity Themes | ELA Unit for Grades 8–12This engaging 5-week American Literature unit helps students analyze national identity across five key literary periods. Designed for advanced middle and all levels of high school ELA classrooms, this thematic unit includes standards-aligned activities, discussion prompts, and historical context to deepen literary analysis and personal reflection. ✅ What’s Included: 5-week pacing guide with thematic focus: Who
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.8.1
, RI.8.2
, RI.8.3
+27
Emily Dickinson Poetry Analysis Worksheet | "The Soul Selects Her Own Society"
Emily Dickinson Poetry Worksheet | No-Prep ELA Activity | ‘The Soul Selects Her Own Society’ AnalysisLooking for a powerful, ready-to-use poetry resource for your secondary ELA classroom? This engaging Emily Dickinson worksheet makes literary analysis easy and meaningful. Perfect for close reading, class discussion, and critical thinking, this one-day activity helps students connect with timeless themes of isolation and identity. Included: ✅ Printable worksheet with guiding questions✅ Post-a
6th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS
L.6.2a
, L.6.5
, L.6.5a
+6
Robert Frost TPCASTT Activity | “Mending Wall” Poem Analysis for Grades 7–12
Unlock Deeper Poetry Understanding with Robert Frost’s “Mending Wall” TPCASTT Analysis! Engage middle and high school students in literary analysis using this ready-to-teach TPCASTT activity for Robert Frost’s iconic poem “Mending Wall.” This resource blends close reading, critical thinking, and Common Core-aligned strategies to help students master poetry interpretation. ✨ What’s Included: Introductory slideshow to build context and engagementPrintable copy of “Mending Wall” for annotationTP
7th - 12th
Literature, Poetry, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.7.2
, RL.7.4
, RL.8.2
+8
American Lit Unit 1: Identity & Classic Texts | High School ELA | Back-to-School
Back-to-School American Literature Unit | High School ELA | Thematic Identity Exploration. Kick off your high school English Language Arts curriculum with this engaging American Literature Thematic Unit: “Who Am I?”—perfect for back-to-school season! Designed for grades 9–12, this 4–5 week unit introduces students to classic texts from all five American literary periods, while guiding them through powerful discussions on personal and authorial identity. Students will explore influential works th
8th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.8.1
, RI.8.2
, RI.8.3
+52
American Lit Unit 3: Exploring Truth Across Literary Eras (Grades 9–12)
Explore American Literature through the lens of truth and perspective in this engaging, standards-aligned high school ELA unit. Perfect for grades 9–12, this 4-week thematic unit features classic texts from five literary periods, guiding students to analyze how truth is shaped by context, culture, and authorial intent. Students will examine powerful excerpts and full texts, engage in literary analysis, and reflect on how truth influences identity, society, and storytelling. This unit fosters de
8th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, U.S. History
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+27
American History Through Poetry & Song | Lyric Analysis Unit for ELA & History
Explore the intersection of poetry, music, and American history with this engaging song analysis unit. Designed for grades 8–12, this resource uses the TPCASTT poetry analysis method to help students interpret powerful lyrics as poetic texts, uncovering historical themes and emotional depth. Perfect for ELA, Social Studies, or Humanities classrooms, this unit pairs seamlessly with Vietnam War studies and The Things They Carried novel study by Tim O’Brien, offering students a multi-modal approach
6th - 12th
English Language Arts, Performing Arts, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.11-12.6
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.7
+2
The Things They Carried – 4-5 Week ELA Unit Plan | High School Resource
Engage your high school students with this powerful, standards-aligned unit on The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien. Designed for grades 9–12, this comprehensive 4–5 week unit blends literary analysis, creative writing, and critical thinking to explore themes of war, memory, and identity. ✅ What’s Included: Editable Student Reading Guide (customizable pacing & due dates) Free Video Suggestions to deepen understanding Vocabulary Slideshows + Study Sheets Interactive Bingo Game for review✉️ Le
9th - 12th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
RL.11-12.2
, W.11-12.3b
Fahrenheit 451 ELA Bundle | Symbolism, Analysis, Quizzes & Essay Prompts
Engage your high school students with this complete Fahrenheit 451 literature unit! Packed with editable lessons, reading quizzes, essay prompts, and Common Core-aligned activities, this resource is perfect for grades 9–12 ELA teachers seeking rigorous, ready-to-use materials. This comprehensive bundle includes:Editable lesson plans for flexible instructionGraphic organizers for symbolism and character analysisVocabulary and spelling activities with end-of-unit quizReading accountability qui
7th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.2
, RL.7.3
+33
PLC Meeting Agenda | Team Collaboration Form PLC Templates PLC Agendas
Boost PLC Team Efficiency with Editable Meeting Protocol PLC Templates. A wonderful end of year team building activity, back to school team building, and the perfect form for collaborative teams and a strong collaboration activity for teacher teams. Streamline your PLC meetings with this ready-to-use, editable protocol sheet designed for administrators and teacher teams. Whether you're launching a new PLC or refining existing practices, this resource brings structure, clarity, and purpose to
1st - 12th
For All Subjects
Robert Frost Poetry Analysis Worksheet Nothing Gold Can Stay The Outsiders poem
Robert Frost Poetry Analysis | TPCASTT Worksheet | “Nothing Gold Can Stay” from The Outsiders book and movie| No-Prep English Language Arts Resource. Engage your students with this ready-to-use poetry analysis activity featuring Robert Frost’s iconic poem, Nothing Gold Can Stay. Designed for grades 6–12, this print-and-go TPCASTT worksheet helps students explore the powerful poem recited by Jonny in The Outsiders, and students will learn and practice literary devices, theme, and tone with cl
6th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS
RL.8.2
, RL.8.4
Elie Wiesel’s Night: Full Literature Unit with Lesson Plans & Student Activities
Teach Night by Elie Wiesel with this complete literature unit packed with worksheets, writing prompts, and discussion questions. Designed for middle and high school ELA, this resource builds literary analysis, writing skills, and student engagement over 3–4 weeks. This unit includes:Daily lesson plans with flexible pacingChapter-by-chapter discussion questionsWriting assignments with a slideshow for structure supportVideo suggestions for deeper context and engagementPrintable worksheets for clas
7th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.6
, RL.7.10
+33
Gettysburg Address Rhetoric Analysis: Slides, Video Links & Worksheet w/Answers
Unlock the power of rhetoric with this Gettysburg Address ELA & history resource! Engaging Slideshows, Video Links, Worksheet & Answer Key for Grades 9–12 this resource is perfect for speech analysis, literary analysis, and a deeper understanding of how the rhetoric of this speech changed the trajectory of the Civil War. No prep needed! Your students will explore Abraham Lincoln’s masterful use of rhetorical devices in one of the most iconic speeches in American history. This ready-to-use unit
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Literature
CCSS
RI.11-12.1
, RI.11-12.2
, RI.11-12.3
+5
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About the store
Experience
Rachel Karns of Karns & Noble LLC has 15 years of experience in the 7-12 ELA classrooms. She has taught all ability types (high, medium, and low) and has learned that every level will grow exponentially with engaging lessons with some added rigor. She has experienced it all (grades 7,8,9,10,11 and 12)--and loves it all! The results in her classroom led her to an offer to become a consulting teacher for other districts who needed ELA coaching and support. I love teaching, and I LOVE seeing kids fully engaged and connecting to material. Engagement and rigor with support can and will change students' lives!
Teaching style
Rachel Karns holds a philosophy of rigor and support in the classrooms. Students love to be challenged when they feel safe to try and potentially fail at first. In her lessons, students are supported, encouraged, and challenged to take on grade level-rigor, with lots of scaffolds in place. Modeling reading, thinking, questioning, and discussing complicated themes are key. Engagement in learning creates curiosity, which creates connection and value for students.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Rachel Karns has been awarded the Kiwanis teacher of the district in her community--Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She has taught all levels of students from 7-12 (honors, regular, and struggling students with special needs.) Rachel's belief in rigor with support have led her students (no matter their level) to outperform their cohorts on required state testing. Students typically respond that they have never enjoyed English class until taking Mrs. Karns' English class.
My own education history
I attended Whitworth College (now Whitworth University) for my bachelor's degree in English Education.
I taught three years of middle school English and a middle school reading class in Las Vegas, Nevada.
I decided to pursue my master's in film and television (MFT, emphasis screenwriting) at Chapman University in Orange, CA. *This degree heightened my desire to become an expert writing teacher, and the skills I learning in film school have benefited my analysis skills when teaching novels, short stories, and creative writing.
I have taught the final 12 years of my teaching career at Coeur d'Alene High School in Idaho (grades 9-12: I have taught it all, and all levels).
*Now I am a consulting ELA teacher, a consulting PLC educator, an SAT prep class teacher (for students), and SAT prep class teacher (for teachers, Professional Development), and much more for my community and now schools all across the USA.
Please check out our consulting opportunities at www.karnsandnoble.com
Additional biographical information
I would be happy to come to your school to do consulting work through my other business, Karns & Noble LLC.
*Please contact me through info@karnsandnoble.com
website: www.karnsandnoble.com
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