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NAD Standards for High School Language Arts Courses Grade 7-Grade 12Download performance standards for high school English Language Arts classes in Adventist schools in North America: Grade 9 -
A Biblical Look at MacBeth Grade 11-Grade 12In this activity students take a Biblical look at Macbeth. Much of the drama of Macbeth focuses on how he responds to the prophecies he receives. Students look up biblical responses to do with prophecy or commandments, investigate Bible characters, compare... -
Adventist Girl Series Grade 3-Grade 6A new series of long-ago stories for Adventist girls that shares our Adventist heritage. The series is divided into four sets, and each set has four books. Series titles include: Sarah,... -
Adventists and Fiction - Another Look Grade 9-TertiaryMoncrieff talks about factual and fictional writing. He covers several key arguments and includes information about Ellen White's writing and the Bible in regards to fiction. -
Allegory in C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - A Window to the Gospel of John Grade 9-Grade 12Higgens suggests using C.S. Lewis' book as an allegorical bridge into the book of John. This paper was presented at the 14th Institute of Christian Teaching. -
American Literature: Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God Spiritual Resource Ideas Grade 9-Grade 12Gain ideas of how to help students analyze a classic of American Literature, "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God". This sermon, among others, played a role in the Great Awakening - a spiritual revival that swept across America during the 18th century.... -
An Analysis of the Book of Esther as Literature Tertiary-LifelongIn this article with subtitle, "A Methodology for Using the Book of Esther In Secondary or College English or Bible Classes As an Introduction to the Stylistic and Thematic Concerns of Secular Literature", McClarty explores how the book of Esther... -
An Ethical-Theological Approach to Literature - Some Suggestions for Adventist Teachers Tertiary-LifelongBarayuga shows how "fiction provides an excellent window for looking at life both objectively as well as subjectively, for identifying people's value and making value judgments, for contemplating the immediate and/or eternal consequences of man's doings... -
Anthology of Spiritual Poems Grade 9-Grade 12An anthology of spiritual poetry and essays that could be used as illustrations. -
Ascension Robes and Other Millerite Fables Kindergarten-LifelongThis article in the 1844 Anniversary JAE shows how writers of the time portrayed the Millerites in literature and drama. Ranging from far-fetched fables to sensitive portrayals, these stories show how the Millerite story gripped the country. -
Attitudes can Make or Break Tertiary-LifelongTwo young students from the present and two literary giants from the past lead the author, Mary Wong, to reflect that attitudes can make life either linger on the clouds or leap to the rainbows. -
Basal Readers and Trade Books Kindergarten-Grade 4This article gives a detailed overview of how to combine the Life Reading Series basal readers with trade books, using a unit from the readers with a book, or several books, which have the same theme. The ultimate goal is that students will see reading as... -
Christian Book Distributors Website Kindergarten-LifelongChristianbook.com has a huge selection of Christian music, children's books, graduation and holiday gifts, homeschooling curriculum and much more. -
Compare and Contrast Essay - Biblical and Non-Biblical Heroes Grade 7-Grade 12This lesson plan engages students in comparing and contrasting Biblical heroes with non-Biblical heroes, and then guides them through the process of writing an comparison/contrast essay. -
Comparison/Contrast Essay - Good Shepherd Grade 9-Grade 12This ready-to-use lesson plan engages students in analyzing John 10 where Jesus describes Himself as the "Good Shepherd" and contrasts Himself to a regular Palestinian shepherd. Includes writing a comparison/contrast essay. -
Considerations about the biblical parody of the creation of the world in the Machadian tale KindergartenThis paper presents a reflection on the narrative "Adam and Eve", by Machado de Assis. The tale narrates the biblical episode of the creation of the world, having Adam and Eve as characters. Through the study of parody, it is possible to verify the... -
Creating Reading Excitement Through Character Dialogue Journals Kindergarten-LifelongIn this article, a teacher education professor shares how her college students would communicate with elementary students through character dialogue journals. Each college student assumed the persona of a literary character, and each week, would answer letters... -
Creative Writing - Making Meaning Grade 9-LifelongCreative writing is a necessary part of a schools' curriculum. Teaching necessary writing skills goes beyond assigning themes, research papers, or articles for the school newspaper. Jones argues that creative writing classes allow students to "use language... -
Current Beats -Teaching English in our Times Grade 10-Grade 12This is a proposal for a one-semester course in teaching language arts through dialog about and analysis of literature and media forms of the 20th-21st centuries. Besides providing fascinating material for teaching literature and writing, significant questions... -
Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde - A Biblical View Grade 11-Grade 12Students investigate the idea of duplicity by brainstorming a list of Bible characters that "went bad", giving specific examples that show duplicity of character in Jekyll/Hyde, and using the Bible to see find out how human sinful nature relates... -
Dramatic Irony in Jesus' Final Hours Grade 9-Grade 12The purpose of this lesson plan is to teach students about dramatic irony through an analysis of two passages in the gospel of John with this literary device. -
Ellen White - Friend Of Angels Grade 5-Grade 8In Ellen White: Friend of Angels, author and historian Paul Ricchiuti presents Ellen White as a real human being-one who got sick, had pain, cried, laughed, and had close friends and bitter enemies. Yet she was loving, kind, thoughtful, and dedicated... -
Ellen White related children-youth books Kindergarten-Grade 12Utilize this bibliography of Ellen White-related children's/youth books available through the Adventist Book Center. Book name, author, targeted age, and publisher are provided. -
English Curriculum Framework SPD Grade 5-Grade 12An essential curriculum development tool: this downloadable framework outlines the Adventist philosophy, values and principles, and shows teachers how valuing, thinking and other learning skills can be taught from a Christian viewpoint in this subject. It... -
English: High School Supplement SSD Grade 7-Grade 12Adventist teachers' handbooks for integrating faith and values: these are practical guides with a variety of approaches to teaching key values, illustrations and examples. Separate booklets are available for each subject, including: Art, Business, Computer,... -
Extended Metaphor - Psalm 23 Grade 7-Grade 12In these lessons students learn what an extended metaphor is, analyze the extended metaphor of the "shepherd" in Psalm 23, and rewrite this psalm using their own, personalized metaphor. -
Faraway Lands - In the Imagination of Medieval Man TertiaryThis paper intends to give an idea of the fantastical vision that medieval man, around the 12th century, had of distant lands, mainly through literature. Due to the precariousness of scientific knowledge and the limiting intervention of the Catholic Church... -
Finding Multiple Intelligences in High School Literature Grade 9-Grade 12This article from the Multiple Intelligences (MI) issue of JAE includes ideas for teaching upper academy level literature using MI theory and techniques. Also included in this article are examples of projects produced by the author -
For His Honor Grade 9-Grade 12A compelling true story of Terry Johnson, a young man who God singled out to become the first handicapped person to serve in the President's Honor Guard. His story is one of perseverance and Christian witness. -
Guide to the Teaching of Literature in Seventh-day Adventist Schools Grade 1-Grade 12Intended to provide an overview for thoughtful consideration in preparing to teach from a Christian worldview, this short document includes a philosophy foundational to a study of literature, guidelines for the selection of literature, and choices of literature... -
Have I Got a Story for You - The Narrative Factor in Christian Education Tertiary-LifelongMcDonald explores ways that teachers can use narrative to help children develop a personal Christian worldview to transform the quality of their lives. This article also examines the history, purposes, challenges and techniques that affect the successful use... -
Historical, Cultural, and Ideological Roots of Ellen G White's Thinking on Fictional Romance and Drama TertiaryThis paper presents a reflection on the sociocultural and ideological origins of Ellen G. White's thought regarding the fictional novel and drama. The study is based on some theoretical concepts of FOUCAULT(2002) about the formation and analysis of discourse.... -
Honors Club Series Grade 5-Grade 8Pathfinder mysteries that help teach an honor. Titles include: Photography Honor: The Bandit of Benson Park Wilderness Living Honor: The Storm on Shadow Mountain Marine Animals Honor: The Secret of Scarlet Cove Cooking Honor: The Great... -
I Will Die Free Grade 9-Grade 12The remarkable story of Noble Alexander's determined fight to stay alive and remain faithful to his Lord inside a Cuban prison. -
Integrating 'Herstory' Into History Kindergarten-LifelongThis article from the JAE special social studies, history, and geography issue identifies several probing questions that when asked will highlight the significance of women's roles, attitudes, and values. Projects, bulletin boards, role-playing, films, books,... -
Introducing Children to Authors Kindergarten-Grade 12This article discusses the importance of introducing students to authors, not just nameless stories in a basal reader or trade book. Learning more about authors helps students to connect with the literature they are reading. Some ideas for introducing an author... -
JAE Editorial: Pathways to Excellence Kindergarten-Grade 8Guest editor Erma Lee describes the new reading program for the North American Division. Pathways: Journey to Excellence Through Literacy is a reading program adapted from the Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company's core program and developed specifically... -
Julius & Friends Series Kindergarten-Grade 2Seventh-day Adventist-developed trade book series of funny and interesting animal stories that build character. Titles include: Julius, the Pesky Pet Parrot Tina, the Really Rascally Red Fox Thor, the Thunder Cat Nibbles, the Mischievous... -
Kids Klassics Series Grade 5-Grade 8A collection of timeless mission stories for a new generation of kids. Titles include: Fire on the Mountain Nyla... -
Listening Carefully to the Bible - The Many Voices in Deborah's Story and Song Tertiary-LifelongDiscover how to read the Bible for fresh insights. The author suggests ways to read the Bible for new meaning, using literary and voice analysis. -
Literary Clubs: Enhancing Critical Thinking, Reading, and Writing Skills Grade 11-LifelongForming literary clubs is one way of enriching the curriculum and motivating in-coming freshmen to think, read, and write critically at a college level. Daley discusses the educator's role in assisting students who arrive at college with inadequate reading,... -
Literary Devices in the Bible - Metaphor Grade 7-Grade 12This lesson plan teaches toward an understanding of metaphor. Students search for the seven "I Am" statements of Jesus in the gospel of John. Handouts included. -
Literature - Bringing Pleasure and Value to Young Readers Grade 3-Grade 6McGarrell discusses how young readers can learn to love great literature. They can learn a lot from what they read and they will be able to apply what they learn in the stories. This paper was presented at the 18th Institute of Christian Teaching. -
Literature and Life - Teaching Fictional Literature in Adventist Higher Education Tertiary-LifelongVelez-Sepulveda looks at the teaching of fictional literature in Adventist higher education. It is the prayer of Velez-Sepulveda that the paper will benefit educators "as it clarifies the dilemma of fiction and its selection and presentation in Adventist... -
Literature Through the Eyes of Faith Grade 11-LifelongThis comprehensive guide for students in introductory literature courses addresses crucial questions of interpretation and the limits of literature, and shows how the great works can enrich our understanding of God, ourselves, and the world. Cosponsored by... -
Literature: Bringing Pleasure and Value to Young Readers Kindergarten-Grade 8This JAE article argues that students in elementary school can understand and learn from literature as well as older students. In good literature, the story is basic; it promotes ethical sensitivity; it inspires imitation; and it communicates values. There... -
Meeting At-Risk Students Kindergarten-Grade 4This article discusses two methods of working with students in reading: Reading Recovery and Accelerated Reader. The first method involves working with at-risk students throughout the school year teaching reading skills. The second method, a computerized reading... -
Messiah Grade 5-Grade 8A contemporary adaptation of The Desire of Ages. Jerry Thomas' friendly style amplifies the beautiful message of this devotional classic, making the sublime themes of the original easier to grasp. -
Michael Asks Why Grade 5-Grade 8Have your children ever asked questions about the Time of Trouble, or why we go to church on Sabbath when so many of their Christian friends go on Sunday? Michael Asks Why is a creative adaptation for children of Ellen White's classic The Great Controversy.... -
Moral and Ethical Issues in 'The Scarlet Letter' Grade 11-TertiaryThe author examines "the ethical and moral issues involving the major characters in The Scarlet Letter and to consider the effect of their actions on themselves and on their relationship to others." This paper was presented at the 24th Institute... -
NAD Education Supplemental Reading List - PPPA Library Titles Kindergarten-Grade 12This supplemental reading list is compiled annually for North American K-12 students. It includes series/sets and single books written by Adventist authors and published by Pacific Press. -
Packy, Pokey, Sally 3 Volume Set Kindergarten-Grade 3The classic true adventure stories of a runaway elephant, bear, and monkey by Ethel Maxine Neff are back! Reprinted in inexpensive paperback covers, and retaining all the original artwork, Packy, Pokey, and Sally are ready to be enjoyed by a whole new generation... -
Personification in Proverbs Grade 7-Grade 12This lesson plan helps students understand personification through an analysis of the Proverbs 1 personification of wisdom. Includes a writing assignment about how this personification is developed. -
Running From the Traditional Approach to Teaching Reading Kindergarten-Grade 6Literature circles are a way of teaching reading, which moves away from the traditional, teacher-directed way of teaching with anthologies and workbooks. How to teach using literature circles is discussed. From the JAE special issue on reading. -
Shoebox Kids Adventure Series Grade 4-Grade 6A twelve book Seventh-day Adventist-developed trade book series created to build faith in school aged children. The series is full of adventure including topics such as baptism, prayer, forgiveness, trust, prejudice, and more. Current titles include: -
Shoebox Kids Bible Stories Grade 3-Grade 4A six book Seventh-day Adventist-developed trade book series covering the Old Testament while making truths relevant to today's kids. Titles include: Creation to Abraham From Isaac to the Red Sea From Sinai to the Walls of Jericho From... -
Some Really Good Literature for Young Adults Grade 9-Grade 12Sometimes it seems that titles in the category of young adult literature can be the most difficult to select. This is a great list of some exciting new titles and perhaps some favorite old ones. Presented at the 2006 NAD Teachers Convention. -
Sonrise Farm Series Grade 5-Grade 8A four book series about a girl and her horse that builds faith in God. Meet Jenny Thomas and her courageous Palomino mare Sunny. Their inspirational adventures are based on true stories, and are sure to inspire horse lovers of all ages. Titles include: -
Spiritual Resources for NIGHT Grade 9-Grade 12Elie Weisel's Nobel Peace Prize winning NIGHT is a profound work of literature and an excellent choice for the teacher who wishes to teach for spiritual growth as well as literary understanding and skills. This resource provides accompanying thought questions,... -
Teaching a Thematic Unit Using Cooperative Learning and Multiple Intelligence Theory Kindergarten-Grade 12This article from the special JAE issue on cooperative learning discusses combining cooperative learning with thematic teaching. The specific types of thematic teaching discussed are Group Investigation and Literature-Based Instruction. -
Teaching an Anti-Christian Text From a Christian Perspective - The Case of S. Beckett's 'Waiting for Godot' Tertiary-LifelongBasaninyenzi notes two reasons why 'Waiting for Godot' should be taught in Christian higher education. "First, it will make students understand that in contemporary literature, the importance of a large body of texts is not based on their intrinsic value... -
Teaching Literature - A Seventh-day Adventist Approach Grade 9-LifelongInspiring students to explore for themselves literature can enrich their personal faith in God is the primary mission of Seventh-day Adventist literature teachers. Delmer Davis encourages further conversation regarding the integration of faith and the teaching... -
Teaching Literature through World-view Analysis - An Approach to the Iliad and the Odyssey Grade 11-TertiaryRosario looks at the question "How do we teach secular literature in a Christian perspective?" One approach suggested "aims to sharpen critical and analytical skills of students and teachers and is a tool for integration of faith and learning."... -
Teaching Shakespeare Within the Context of Christian Faith - A Case Study of Macbeth Grade 11-TertiaryHenry examines Macbeth "to show the relationship between his world view and Christian faith, and to use the insights gained to teach students moral and social values that will enhance acceptable behavior in this life, and help them to live so that when... -
Teaching the Bible as a Revolutionary Cultural Force Grade 11-TertiaryBible courses taught in Adventist colleges and high schools have begun to add a new dimension in the past 20 years or so. Rather than regarding the Scriptures only as a handbook for salvation, they have also begun to see it as great literature. The author... -
Teaching through Parables - Following Jesus Grade 7-LifelongBadenas looks at the question "Why did Jesus choose this particular literary genre of "parables" to convey some of His most important messages?" Badenas also sets a pattern for an eventual use of parables in religious education in our days."... -
The Bible and Literature Tertiary-LifelongHaluska notes that "we need to build our teaching on a clear understanding of Bible principles toward worldly literature, especially since Seventh-day Adventists have been blessed with a prophet who has made such a number of statements about the subject."... -
The Crucible - Spiritual Resource Ideas Grade 9-Grade 12This resource includes research, writing, and project prompts for each act of the play, The Crucible. The goal of these prompts is to stimulate deeper spiritual insight and to connect biblical principles to the literature studied. -
The Growing Good of the World - Personal and Corporate Redemption in Three Victorian Novelists Grade 11-LifelongHowe discusses personal and corporate redemption from the writings of three Victorian novelists. This paper was presented at the 14th Institute of Christian Teaching. -
The Man Who Couldn't Be Killed Grade 9-Grade 12An unforgettable story of faith and miraculous deliverance in Communist China that will inspire teens to believe in a God who is greater that any problem. -
The Peddlers of Jerusalem - Dialogic Relations TertiaryThis paper analyzes the work A Tale of Jerusalem, by Edgar A. Poe. The analysis is focused on some of the main aspects of the structure of the work, such as the narrative focus, the characterization of the characters, and the dialogical relationship of the... -
The Reinvention of the Past in Tropical Sun of Liberty TertiaryThis article aims to present an analysis of the novel Tropical Sun of Liberty by the writer Ana Maria Machado, crossing data from the recent history of Brazil - the period of military dictatorship - with the fictional universe of the work. This novel is an... -
The Scarlet Letter Sample Lesson Grade 9-Grade 12This sample, faith-integrated lesson plan for The Scarlet Letter offers students an opportunity to work as a legal team to defend their client. Includes opening statements, cross examination, period of refutation, closing statements, and jury decision.... -
The Subjectivity of the Schizophrenic in Clarice Lispector - An Interdisciplinary Study TertiaryThe present article is a fraction of the results of a research carried out from the bibliographical observation of recurrent dialogues between the literary Clarice Lispector's literary characters - especially Macabéa, from The Hour of the Star - and... -
Towards a Biblical Understanding of Literary Creativity Tertiary-LifelongPaseggi surveys "the Bible looking for answers in relation to creativity and literature that can help us as teachers meditate on 'whatever things are true...noble...just...[and] pure' (Philippians 4:8)." This paper was presented at the 24th Institute... -
Ultimate Skits - 20 Parables for Driving Home Your Point Grade 7-Grade 12Use these 5-minute skits to get your group members thinking and laughing, then talking about spiritual truth and how it relates to important areas and issues of their lives. -
Why Study Literature? Kindergarten-LifelongIdeas for how English teachers can respond to the question, Why study literature? Theories about the teaching of literature should be reviewed; students must be provided with opportunities to read and respond in both speech and writing to a variety...