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Gillian Steinberg

Gillian teaches English at SAR High School in the Bronx. Previously, she was a tenured associate professor of English and director of writing at Yeshiva College in New York City. She has published books on Thomas Hardy and Philip Larkin, as well as articles on poetry, short fiction, composition and literature pedagogy, and issues of labor equity in higher education, among other topics. She serves as forum director for The Thomas Hardy Association.
teaching strategy
Word Work

Personal Picture Dictionary

A personal picture dictionary is an individual vocabulary and spelling resource students make themselves.
Grade Level
3-5
CCSS
RI.3-5.4, RL.3-5.4, RF.3-5.4, L.3-5.4, L.3-5.5, L.3-5.6
July 19, 2014
article

Fake News and Teachable Moments

In the world of alternative facts, media literacy is becoming an increasingly essential component for raising critical thinkers in the classroom. A recent movie promotional campaign highlights this need and offers a great teachable moment.
student task
Do Something

Film Festival

Students review films related to a theme in the central text, then plan, prepare for and host a community film festival.
Grade Level
6-8 9-12
July 13, 2014
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Bibi

‘Bibi’ film poster.
This film explores intersectionality in a powerful way, illustrating the beauty and conflict that can arise as we move between languages, places and societal expectations. (Available for streaming only)
Grade Level
6-8 9-12
Topic
Gender & Sexual Identity
May 27, 2020