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A Ghost Story by Mark Twain is an early satirical take on the horror genre.
Play the audio while students follow along to help them comprehend the text.
You can access the video directly on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/FgB0Gvk1VDY
This video documentary on the history of the Cardiff Giant provides background information that is integral to understanding Twain's short story.
You can access the video directly on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3ylFQyC14tY
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Build Student Writing Confidence & Stamina All Year Long!
Not only will you have the first five to 20 minutes of class taken care of, you can also extend each mode of writing into a longer text by guiding students through the writing process. Students will build writing stamina and confidence throughout the year.
Curated Short Stories Library for Busy English Teachers
Looking for easy-to-access, classroom-tested short stories, video/audio adaptations, paired texts, and ideas for implementing them in your classroom? Engage students in reading and analyzing short stories to help them build their confidence and stamina for reading the passages in your state test -- and so they'll see themselves as capable readers!