The classroom was warm and clean, the curtains drawn, the two burnt out flourescent lamps replaced—hers and the one by the empty chair opposite. On the white board behind her, two tall glasses, soda water, whiskey. Fresh ice cubes in the Thermos bucket.
Mary Maloney was waiting for her principal's evaluation before going home from work. If only she had used these "Lamb to the Slaughter" activities and lessons, she wouldn't have stuffed a giant, frozen leg of lamb in her purse, just in case the meeting didn't go well.
Ever wondered what it would be like to have dozens of complete short story units already done with handouts, quizzes, assignments, and answer keys? You don’t need to wonder anymore. (Originally published May 23, 2022)
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The classroom was warm and clean, the curtains drawn, the two burnt out flourescent lamps replaced—hers and the one by the empty chair opposite. On the white board behind her, two tall glasses, soda water, whiskey. Fresh ice cubes in the Thermos bucket.
Mary Maloney was waiting for her principal's evaluation before going home from work. If only she had used these "Lamb to the Slaughter" activities and lessons, she wouldn't have stuffed a giant, frozen leg of lamb in her purse, just in case the meeting didn't go well.
Ever wondered what it would be like to have dozens of complete short story units already done with handouts, quizzes, assignments, and answer keys? You don’t need to wonder anymore. (Originally published May 23, 2022)
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