Focusing each lesson on a single theme that will engage students of all ages, this guidebook encourages teachers to use the topic of food to bring a lively change of pace to the language arts classroom. Providing a wide range of tools—including word games, writing prompts, and research-oriented activities—this resource applies the skills taught in any English class, middle through high school, in a quirky and accessible manner. Each project engages young writers by inspiring them to play with vocabulary and improve communication skills—an important step in learning to use language skillfully.
Cheryl Miller Thurston is a former English and writing teacher and the coauthor of Singuini, Unjournaling, and Yoga for the Brain. She lives in Loveland, Colorado.