The essay “Salvation,” by Langston Hughes, is a quick, heartwarming essay that pairs nicely with a coming-of-age theme. When I use this essay in my college writing class, we discuss how Hughes captured a moment in his life that lasted only a few hours, yet it meant so much to him. When students have to…
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Perfect Pairings: Malcolm Gladwell & Research Paper
If you are teaching a research paper, I recommend the essay, “Small Change: Why the Revolution Will Not Be Tweeted,” written by Malcolm Gladwell. I have used this essay in my college freshman English course, and it always works well with the research paper unit. The essay has a clear introduction, body, and conclusion that…
Perfect Pairings
Teachers, do you want to incorporate new, shorter works within your courses, but not have the time to look for them? On this page, I plan to post pairings of poetry, short story, and essays with longer works often found in high school curricula. Stay tuned for twice monthly perfect pairings, and submit your email…
