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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 AT x

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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 AT x
SHAKESPEARE - CHARACTER ANALYSIS -  ROMEO MONTAGUE
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SHAKESPEARE - CHARACTER ANALYSIS - ROMEO MONTAGUE

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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO - READING COMPREHENSION CHARACTER ANALYSIS - Romeo Montague’s character analysis explores his intense love for Juliet, his initial infatuation with Rosaline, and his impulsive actions throughout “Romeo and Juliet.” Students will gain insight into Romeo’s multifaceted personality, his struggles with love and emotion, and the impact of his relationships with others. Included: analysis comprehension questions creative writing task answers **The creative writing task allows students to engage with Romeo’s character in a new context while demonstrating their understanding of his personality and motivations. AT x
CULTURE-COMPRENSION/DISCUSSION-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES
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CULTURE-COMPRENSION/DISCUSSION-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES

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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. AT x
AQA 9-1 PAPER 2 - READING / WRITING - WILDE PRISON
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AQA 9-1 PAPER 2 - READING / WRITING - WILDE PRISON

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Boost your students’ AQA English Language Paper 2 performance with our comprehensive practice resource. Includes authentic texts, targeted questions, and model answers to ensure effective exam preparation. Included: Source Texts: Source A: An extract from a historical letter by Oscar Wilde, focusing on the treatment of children in prison. Source B: A contemporary newspaper article adapted from The Guardian, which discusses the treatment of convicts in Greenland’s Nuuk correctional institution. Practice Questions: Q1: True/False Statements (Source A) Students are provided with several statements about the extract and must identify which ones are true. This tests comprehension and attention to detail. Q2: Summary of Differences (Sources A & B) Students must summarize the differences between the treatment of children in prison (Source A) and the treatment of convicts in Greenland (Source B). This encourages comparative analysis and synthesis of information. Q3: Language Analysis (Source B) A detailed question requiring students to analyze how the writer uses language to convey scepticism about Greenland’s treatment of criminals. This develops critical reading and linguistic analysis skills. Q4: Attitudinal Comparison (Sources A & B) Students must compare the attitudes of the two writers towards prison as a form of punishment, including the methods used to convey their attitudes. This enhances comparative skills and the ability to support arguments with textual evidence. Model Answers: Detailed model answers for each practice question: with clear examples of high-quality responses. These serve as benchmarks for students to measure their own work. Sample Writing Response: A sample article written for a broadsheet newspaper, demonstrates how to effectively argue a point of view on the treatment of young offenders. This helps students understand how to structure their writing and use persuasive techniques. AT x
GCSE / IGCSE  9 - 1 SHAKESPEARE- ANALYTICAL COMPREHENSION-MACBETH-BLOOD IMAGERY
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GCSE / IGCSE 9 - 1 SHAKESPEARE- ANALYTICAL COMPREHENSION-MACBETH-BLOOD IMAGERY

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Enhance students’ understanding of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” with this analytical passage on blood imagery. This workbook includes: -analytical passage on the use of blood imagery in Shakespeare’s Macbeth MCQs and discussion prompts with answers a creative writing task where students imagine they are writing a modern version of “Macbeth.” They will create a short scene where a character feels extreme guilt after doing something wrong. They will use modern settings and situations, but incorporate symbolic imagery to show their guilt, similar to how Shakespeare uses blood imagery. ALSO SUITABLE FOR HOME STUDY. This comprehensive workbook is designed to deepen students’ understanding of the imagery in Macbeth, but also develop their analytical skills. AT x
GCSE / IGCSE  9-1 SHAKESPEARE-ANALYTICAL COMPREHENSION-HAMLET-TO BE OR NOT TO BE
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GCSE / IGCSE 9-1 SHAKESPEARE-ANALYTICAL COMPREHENSION-HAMLET-TO BE OR NOT TO BE

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SHAKESPEARE’S Hamlet’s “To be, or not to be” soliloquy comprehensive resource. INCLUDED Reading Passage: analysis of the soliloquy that focuses on Hamlet’s internal conflict and themes of life and death. MCQs: to assess comprehension and key aspects of the passage. Discussion Qs: to encourage critical thinking and class discussion Creative Task: A modern monologue writing task, connecting Hamlet’s themes to contemporary issues like academic pressure and social media. This resource makes Shakespeare’s themes relevant and accessible to today’s students: Supports diverse learning styles Promotes analytical and creative skills Ideal for classroom use and exam preparation AT x
GCSE / IGCSE 9 - 1 AUSTEN- COMPREHENSION - TIMELESS AUTHOR FOR MODERN READERS
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GCSE / IGCSE 9 - 1 AUSTEN- COMPREHENSION - TIMELESS AUTHOR FOR MODERN READERS

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NON-FICTION READING PASSAGE - JANE AUSTEN - A TIMELESS AUTHOR FOR MODERN READERS EXPLORES THE LIFE, CRAFT AND VIEWS OF AUSTEN, AND THE RELEVANCE OF HER WRITTEN WORK TODAY. FOR STUDY ALONGSIDE AUSTEN’S FICTION OR TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY. INCLUDED: NON- FICTION PASSAGE MCQS X 10 DISCUSSION QS X 3 CREATIVE TASK: MODERNISING AUSTEN ANSWERS AT x
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X  6
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 6

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AQA GCSE LANGUAGE PAPER 1 READING -These SIX AQA GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 1 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 the PAPER 1 EXAM. READING EXTRACTS: KINGSLEY - THE WATER BABIES JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY WILDE - THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD GILMAN - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER DOYLE - THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES AT x
KINGSLEY - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING - THE WATER BABIES (1889)
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KINGSLEY - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING - THE WATER BABIES (1889)

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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. AT x
AQA GCSE 9 - 1  PAPER 1 READING X 2 & PAPER 2 READING/WRITING X 2
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AQA GCSE 9 - 1 PAPER 1 READING X 2 & PAPER 2 READING/WRITING X 2

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AQA GCSE LANGUAGE PAPER 1 & PAPER 2 (Q4) READING - THIS COMPACT BUNDLED RESOURCE OFFERS READING PRACTICE FOR : AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING X 2 * WILDE - PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY * KINGSLEY - WATER BABIES AQA GCSE PAPER 2 - READING/WRITING X2 * WILDE - PRISON LETTER * SUFFRAGE - EQULITY AT x
SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO & JULIET - SENTENCE SCRAMBLE - PLOT SUMMARY
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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO & JULIET - SENTENCE SCRAMBLE - PLOT SUMMARY

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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 AT x
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE  X 3
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE X 3

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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 GILMAN - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY AT x
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE  X 2
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE X 2

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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 AT x
GCSE 9 - 1 COMPREHENSION - LEFTOVERS - SCRAPS INTO TASTY MEALS
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GCSE 9 - 1 COMPREHENSION - LEFTOVERS - SCRAPS INTO TASTY MEALS

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In this resource, students will learn 10 ways to turn leftovers into tasty meals, ideal for tight budgets during a recession. They’ll test their knowledge with True/False statements and engage in a discussion before getting creative with a written cooking task. Included: reading passage true/false statements discussion questions creative writing task answers AT x
OLYMPICS/SPORT COMPREHENSION X 8
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OLYMPICS/SPORT COMPREHENSION X 8

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OLYMPICS 2024/SPORT READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOKS. INCLUDED: Paris Olympics 2024 Olympic Rings Paris 1924 – 2024 Parisian Booksellers Olympic Stories: Eddie the Eagle Jesse Owens Abebe Bikila Women in Sport - Katherine Switzer - first woman to run a marathon **Customised bundled resources on request. ** AT x wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com - # TES BUNDLE REQUEST
GCSE/IGCSE 9-1 PARIS 2024 - COMPREHENSION - OLYMPICS PAST AND PRESENT
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GCSE/IGCSE 9-1 PARIS 2024 - COMPREHENSION - OLYMPICS PAST AND PRESENT

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READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOKS - EXPLORE BOTH THE PAST AND THE PRESENT OLYMPICS IN THIS COMPACT BUNDLE. Included: SYMBOLISM AND EVOLUTION OF THE OLYMPIC RINGS OLYMPIC STORIES - EDDIE THE EAGLE - THE FIRST BRITISH SKI JUMPER TO REPRESENT BRITAIN IN THE OLYMPICS. (1988) PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS AT x
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 3
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 3

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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 AT x