Grade 9 English

When it comes to literature, theme is one of those big ideas that students often struggle with. Sure, they can spot a simile from across the room or identify rising action without breaking a sweat, but ask them what the story really means, and you might hear crickets. That’s why today’s focus is on finding […]

Today’s lesson gives students a chance to show off their creativity while deepening their understanding of literary devices. By creating a literary devices poster, students will combine definitions, examples, and visuals into a polished piece of classroom-ready work. Posters are not only fun to make but also help reinforce key concepts in a way that’s

Day 9 is here, and it’s time to put some of those new skills to the test! Today’s focus is a literary terms quiz, followed by a quick dive into point of view in fiction. Afterward, students will reflect on point of view in their own novels through journaling. This lesson balances assessment, learning, and

We’ve reached Day 8 of our Grade 9 English journey, and today’s focus is one of the most essential story elements: conflict in fiction. Every story needs conflict—it’s what drives the action forward and keeps readers turning the page. This lesson helps students recognize different types of conflict, finishing up their glossary work while also

Day 7 is all about learning how authors create characters that feel real, flawed, and fascinating. Just like plot and setting, characters are the backbone of a story—without them, we’d have nobody to root for, argue with, or laugh at. Today, students will continue their independent reading, explore a new set of literary terms, and

Understanding mood and setting is essential for helping students see how authors bring stories to life. In this Day 6 lesson plan, students will explore how setting influences characters, events, and the overall feeling of a text. Through literary devices, journaling, and guided discussion, they’ll learn to identify the details that create atmosphere and connect

Lesson Flow 1. Independent Reading & Reading Log (15 minutes) Begin class by handing out the reading logs. Students will read silently for 10–15 minutes and record one important thing from their book. 2. Literary Terms Quiz (10–15 minutes) Administer the literary terms quiz using Google Forms (covering the first 15 terms from the glossary

By now, students have learned what plot is and why it matters. Today, we shift into practicing how to actually identify and map plot in action. This is where the concept starts to click for them, as they move from definitions to analysis. Step 1: Reading Log and Independent Reading Hand out the reading log

Day 3 is all about continuing our journey through literary elements, with a special focus on teaching plot. By now, students are starting to build a strong foundation for analyzing stories, and today’s lesson helps them connect reading, vocabulary, and key elements of fiction. Step 1: Library Visit and Reading Start class by taking students

Yesterday’s lesson set the stage for our Grade 9 English course with an introduction to growth mindset and community building. Today, we dive into the foundation of literary analysis: creating a literary devices glossary. This glossary will serve as a reference point throughout the semester as students practice identifying and using literary devices in their