With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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KEATS - WHEN I HAVE FEARS THAT I WILL CEASE TO BE - WORKBOOK
A comprehensive workbook on Keats’ ‘When I Have Fears That I Will Cease To Be’ poem.
The workbook contains the following:
poem text
*summary
plain English translation
Context
form and structure chart
10 questions to Unpick the Poem and informed responses
coverpage
Students can use the booklet to study the poem independently or it can be used as discussion material in the lesson. ATx
Explore the world of Literature and Poetry through Reading Comprehension Quizzes.
To be used as a standalone activity, a starter activity, homework or cover lesson.
Also included: a resource for students to write their own ODEs with Simon Mole. (National Literacy Trust) - Video link also embedded in the student resource.
Included: A Youtube Video by SIMON MOLE -( Write an ode poem in ten minutes – fun step by step lesson (Simon Mole x National Literacy Trust)
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A FREE fun resource for students to consolidate their knowledge of the plot of Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’.
WITH ANSWERS
Level : SEN / LAP and MAP students.
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Tailored for Reluctant Readers between 11 - 16, this concise reading resource explores the origins and impact of Earth Day. Students learn about Rachel Carson’s influential book ‘Silent Spring,’ the legislative changes sparked by the first Earth Day, and how it continues to inspire environmental activism today.
Included:
passage
MCQs
True/False statements
discussion questions for comprehensive understanding
two creative tasks - one personal letter/one Earth Day poster
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These TW0 AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam.
READING EXTRACTS:
JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY
DOYLE - HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES
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These three AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam.
READING EXTRACTS:
LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD
JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY
DOYLE - THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES
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This FREE printable resource will serve as a standalone, a starter or a lead in to a storyboarding activity for a range of student levels. Once students unscramble the 10 sentences, they will have a good idea of the main events of the plot of ROMEO & JULIET.
Included:
10 scrambled sentences
Answers
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These TWO AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam.
READING EXTRACTS:
LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD
JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY
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SHAKESPEARE ROMEO & JULIET PLOT SUMMARY - COMPREHENSION AND SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
SUITABLE FOR SEN/LAPS/MAPS.
Combining both the plot summary reading comprehension workbook with a plot summary sentence scramble activity will enhance students’ grasp of the Romeo & Juliet storyline, fostering both critical thinking and reading proficiency.
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES/WORKBOOK - This TEEN MENTAL HEALTH resource package is designed specifically for teenage students. COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVES .
This resource provides open comprehension questions on a carefully crafted passage about mental health.
It also includes 6 RELATABLE SCENARIOS depicting common teenage mental health challenges for group and subsequently whole class discussion, where students can explore various mental health issues, with supporting questions and reflect on how they might impact themselves or their peers.
Scenarios:
Emma’s stress and anxiety about schoolwork
Jack’s loss of interest in hobbies and social withdrawal
Sarah’s social anxiety
Chris’s mood swings and irritability
Alex’s struggles with self-esteem and social pressure
Liam’s panic attacks before exams and presentations
Also included are 3 creative tasks aimed at engaging students in active learning and expression. They offer students the opportunity to apply their understanding in meaningful ways.
These tasks include:
creating mental health awareness campaigns
producing podcast episodes
engaging in personal reflection journals
Teachers have the flexibility to collaborate with collegues to choose one creative task per class, and thereby covering all aspects of the resource without overwhelming students or themselves.
Finally, students can showcase their creations either in front of the class or during SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES, raising awareness and initiating important conversations about teenage mental health. With this resource package, teachers can empower students to become advocates for mental health awareness in their school community."
NON-FICTION - CULTURE - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - Students will explore the profound influence of CULTURE on our daily lives.
From how we behave, what and how we think, how we dress, what we eat and even what we become.
Included:
PASSAGE
MCQS X 5
FREE RESPONSE QS X10
SCENARIOS - DISCUSSION QS X 8
CREATIVE TASK - DESIGN A GLOBAL UNITY FLAG
TEACHER NOTES X 2 (Discussion & Creative Task)
ANSWERS
An essential tool for promoting inclusivity and global awareness in the classroom.
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITY/WORKBOOK - This TEEN MENTAL HEALTH resource package is designed specifically for teenage students. COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK .
This resource provides open comprehension questions on a carefully crafted passage about mental health.
It also includes 6 RELATABLE SCENARIOS depicting common teenage mental health challenges for group and subsequently whole class discussion, where students can explore various mental health issues, with supporting questions and reflect on how they might impact themselves or their peers.
Scenarios:
Emma’s stress and anxiety about schoolwork
Jack’s loss of interest in hobbies and social withdrawal
Sarah’s social anxiety
Chris’s mood swings and irritability
Alex’s struggles with self-esteem and social pressure
Liam’s panic attacks before exams and presentations
Creative Task:
Personal journal reflection
TEACHER NOTES FOR THE SCENARIOS AND THE CREATIVE TASK ARE INCLUDED.
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING PRACTICE - CHARLES KINGSLEY - THE WATER BABIES.
This carefully chosen passage from the opening of the book, skilfully portrays the struggles and aspirations of Tom, the 10 year old chimney-sweep, while highlighting his resilience, dreams for a better future, and complex interactions. It offers ample analytical opportunities for examining themes, language and structure.
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
LONDON - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - CALL OF THE WILD (1903)
WILDE-AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING - PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY (1890)
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
KINGSLEY - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING - THE WATER BABIES (1889)
JAMES- AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE- PORTRAIT OF A LADY (1881)
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
SHAKESPEARE - COMPREHENSION - EXPLORATION OF COMEDIES
CULTURE-COMPRENSION WORKBOOK-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
SHAKESPEARE - COMPREHENSION - EXPLORING TRAGEDY
OLYMPICS-COMPREHENSION-PARIS 2024
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
OLYMPICS-COMPREHENSION-PARIS 2024
SHAKESPEARE- COMPREHENSION-THE GLOBE THEATRE
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AQA GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 1 READING PRACTICE
This comprehension paper for reading practice focuses on the essential reading skills required for the AQA Paper 1 of the English Language GCSE.
Includes a 490-word excerpt from Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Hound of the Baskervilles”
Free response questions and answers
The resource can be used as a standalone reading comprehension or exam revision lesson, cover lesson or an independent homework task.
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AQA GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 1 READING PRACTICE
HENRY JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING PRACTICE WITH ANSWERS!
Explore “The Portrait of a Lady” by Henry James in this curated reading practice!
Immerse yourself in the opening lines set against an old English country-house’s backdrop, focusing on the charm of afternoon tea. Delve into Isabel Archer’s character, analysing James’s language choices and features.
Uncover the text’s engaging structure, initially highlighting serene settings and afternoon tea, seamlessly transitioning to character introductions and the house’s rich history. This practice offers detailed answers, providing insights into the writer’s storytelling techniques and enhancing your literary analysis skills in preparation for the GCSE English Language Paper 1 Exam.
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