Bedford, Freeman & Worth High School Publishers (BFW) is widely considered “the AP® publisher,” and we take that role very seriously. Because of this, we feel it necessary to lay all cards on the table so you know exactly what is being offered for your teachers now – and in the future. View the attached flyer or visit our AP® Updates site to learn more. Language of Composition  ... View more

According to Carol Anne Tomlinson, differentiation is not a series of strategies or tools, but “a teacher’s response to learner’s needs.” She identifies three main responses for intervention for struggling learners and extension for advanced learners: content, product, and process. In the attached guide, we'll look at differentiation in Foundations of Language and Literature and Advanced Language and Literature. Also attached is a presentation by John Golden, that further examines differentiation in these two texts and its importance! Foundations of Language and Literature  Advanced Language & Literature  ... View more

In the attached slide deck, Robin Aufses discusses the power of visual images and the questions to ask your students when analyzing them.  ... View more

Documentaries are powerful texts! In the attached slide deck, Megan Pankiewicz covers how to use documentaries to inform, analyze, and as a source in your AP® Language classroom.  ... View more

In the attached guide, Kate Cordes discusses the benefits of vertical teaming and an intentionally scaffolded approach using BFW Textbooks with 9th-12th Graders.    Advanced Language & Literature  Literature & Composition  Language of Composition  Foundations of Language and Literature  ... View more

Bedford, Freeman & Worth was founded on the principle that a publisher is only as good as the books it publishes and the people behind them. We know that what happens in the classroom matters and that a good class, teacher, and textbook have the power to make a difference in students’ lives. That’s why we were the first publisher to create an AP® English Language textbook tailored to meet the needs of high school students. View the attached infographic to see how it works!   Language of Composition  ... View more

Over the years, College Board has made changes to courses that affect our students day in and day out. Now, AP® Literature teachers need to keep up with exam and course changes and help struggling students with course concepts. Check out the attached infographic to see the data and learn how BFW can help. Literature & Composition  ... View more

We can't wait to connect with you at an APSI®! Watch this video to see how we've got you covered this summer, and then click below to access more resources. I'm attending an APSI®        I'm not attending, but still want resources! ... View more

We can't wait to connect with you at an APSI®! Watch this video to see how we've got you covered this summer, and then click below to access more resources. I'm attending an APSI®        I'm not attending, but still want resources! ... View more

We can't wait to connect with you at an APSI®! Watch this video to see how we've got you covered this summer, and then click below to access more resources. I'm attending an APSI®        I'm not attending, but still want resources! ... View more

View the attached document for the Unit-Based Pacing Guide for the 2019 AP® Course Framework Shea, The Language of Composition, 1st Edition. Have any questions? Let us know! We're here to help. Language of Composition  ... View more

Pre-AP to AP English: Using the BFW Pre-AP to AP ELA Series to Meet the New CB Requirements View the attached document to see our alignment examples across the ELA series. ... View more

On-Demand While it is essential that all students have the opportunities to engage with the levels of rigor required of a Pre-AP® classroom, it is just as important that teachers are responsive to the individual needs and cultural backgrounds of their students and are willing, able, and supported to make the necessary adjustments to their curriculum. This webinar will present the differentiation tools, the text types and levels, and other resources designed to help Pre-AP® teachers reach all students.     Watch Recording Foundations of Language and Literature  Advanced Language & Literature  ... View more

On-Demand In the new rubrics, the phrase "line of reasoning" appears numerous times for each essay type. But what does it mean? And how do we prepare our students to demonstrate their understanding of the concept? Join the authors of The Language of Composition, 3rd Ed. in a discussion on how the concept of "line of reasoning" functions in the course and how it will be assessed on the rubrics.     Watch Recording Language of Composition  ... View more

On-Demand Authors Renée Shea, Larry Scanlon, Robin Aufses, and Megan Pankiewicz discuss the 2019 AP® Language exam results and how you can prepare your students for the 2020 exam using The Language of Composition.     Watch Recording Language of Composition  ... View more