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The Bard’s Birthday

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Advanced Reading Concepts

“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” –William Shakespeare (April 23, 1564-April 23, 1616) This month we celebrate the 450th birthday of William Shakespeare, who penned some of the world’s most brilliant plays and … Continue reading →

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Why Teach Literature?

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Advanced Reading Concepts

“When I read great literature, great drama, speeches, or sermons, I feel that the human mind has not achieved anything greater than the ability to share feelings and thoughts through language.” –James Earl Jones School without To Kill a Mockingbird, … Continue reading →

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