Save 50% of Your Time
Teaching Classic Literature
The definitive pre-class preparation tool that combines expertly annotated classic literature with time-saving analytics, ensuring all students are engaged and you can focus on what matters most.
Every English Teacher Faces These Challenges
Time Sink
Hours spent creating background materials and manually checking if students completed assigned readings.
Low Engagement
Students find classic texts dense and fail to complete readings, leading to unproductive class discussions.
Lack of Insight
No visibility into what students are confused about until class begins, making lecture prep inefficient.
Powerful Features Built for Teachers
Everything you need to transform classic literature education
The Confusion Report™
See exactly what your students are struggling with before you walk into class. Our analytics identify the top 5 most-annotated passages, giving you laser focus for your lesson prep.
- Identify confusion hotspots instantly
- Focus lesson prep on what matters
- Save hours of preparation time
Confusion Report - Chapter 3
Generated from 24 student annotations
“In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings...”
Expert Annotation:
The moth metaphor suggests the ephemeral, fragile nature of Gatsby’s party guests - drawn to the light of wealth but ultimately insubstantial.
Expert Annotations + Social Learning
Every text comes pre-loaded with expert commentary on vocabulary, historical context, and literary devices. Students can add their own questions and insights, creating a collaborative learning environment.
- Professional annotations save prep time
- Students engage through social annotation
- Threaded discussions deepen understanding
Student Activity Dashboard
Track student engagement at a glance. See who’s participating, what they’re struggling with, and ensure 90%+ of your students complete their reading assignments.
- Instant reading completion verification
- Individual student progress tracking
- Engagement analytics and insights
Class Activity - Period 3
The Great Gatsby - Chapter 1-3
12 annotations, 5 replies
8 annotations, 3 replies
3 annotations, 1 reply
Class Progress: 23/25 students completed (92%)
Simple Setup, Powerful Results
Get started in under 5 minutes
Choose Your Text
Select from our curated library of classic literature, all pre-loaded with expert annotations.
Invite Your Students
Share a simple class code with your students. They join instantly - no complicated setup required.
Get Insights
Receive your Confusion Report and activity dashboard before class. Focus your teaching where it’s needed most.
Trusted by Educators
Jennifer Martinez
10th Grade English, Roosevelt High
“The Confusion Report is a game-changer. I know exactly what to focus on before I even walk into class. My prep time has been cut in half.”
David Chen
AP Literature, Lincoln Academy
“Finally, a tool that gets my students actually reading AND thinking about the text. The social annotation feature has transformed our class discussions.”
Sarah Thompson
9th Grade English, Central High
“I used to spend hours checking if students did their reading. Now I have instant verification AND insight into their comprehension. It’s incredible.”
Join Our Beta Pilot Program
Be among the first 5-10 teachers to experience AnnotateClassics. Help shape the future of classic literature education while saving time and engaging your students.
Beta Program Benefits
- Free access through Q1 2026
- Direct input on features
- Priority support
- Lifetime discount when we launch
Target launch: End of Q1 2026 • Limited to 5-10 teachers