2 Lesson analysing an extract from The Birds by Daphne Du Maurier. Students read the extract and select differentiated tasks to help respond to the text independently. Ideal for preparing students for GCSE English Language Paper 1 Section A. Also includes differentiated starter and plenary. Includes a sample 10 mark assessment question based on a shorter version of the extract with a planning table and writing frame.

24 techniques and tricks to include in a piece of descriptive writing. 2 versions with differentiation. Also includes a lesson that looks at some high grade examples of descriptive writing based on a picture of a lighthouse.

AQA 2017 Reading Paper 1 - Structured worksheet for the 8 mark question based on a short extract from ‘Tender is the Night’. Includes writing frame. Ideal for helping lower ability students to respond to fiction texts.

AQA 2017 Paper 1 style question on Jane Eyre with writing frame and glossary activity with answers.

20 interesting sentences to use for writing Paper 1: creative writing. 20 interesting sentences to use for writing paper 2: transactional writing. To set it up, simply introduce a Paper 1 image or Paper 2 topic and ask students to create the sentences at random. You can use the random generator PowerPoint to pick any of the 20 sentences at random which is particular effective for engaging students. After this, I give each student a 20 sided dice so they can explore the sentences at their own writing pace and make their own decisions about their writing.

A high grade response to the May 2019 AQA question on A Christmas Carol presented in the form of a handy printable revision poster. The question was … Starting with this extract, explore how Dickens uses the ghosts to help Scrooge change his attitudes and behaviour. Write about: • how Dickens uses Marley’s Ghost in this extract • how Dickens uses the ghosts to help Scrooge change his attitudes and behaviour in the novel as a whole. The influence of all 4 ghosts is analysed in detail. The response is broken up into clear sections with an introduction and conclusion. Also includes: A timeline revision activity for A Christmas Carol that asks students to offer 3 layers of analysis for 13 key Scrooge quotations to help track his transformation in the novel from a solitary miser to a redeemed philanthropist. A01: What is the meaning of the quotation? A02: What is the impact of words/methods? A03: What is Dickens’ message in this quotation? Comprehensive answer sheet is included. I give this out at the end of the lesson so students can compare their answers to it. Ideal revision activity in the run up to the May examinations.

A scheme of learning based on the Edexcel GCSE Music set work ‘Music for a While’ by Purcell. These worksheets are based on Flip learning - students do the work at home/independently (this could be to learn the piece or as a revision tool). They then are tested on their knowledge and their score dictates whether they need extra support from the teacher. The set work is split into 4 sections. Each worksheet has differentiated success criteria and all key words are underlined. There is then a test which summarises each section which can be used as a starter or plenary activity and should then dictate whether students know the set work or not. THere is an answer sheet for each question. Following this activity students should also have a fully annotated Purcell score.

‘A thesis-style introduction that demonstrates your understanding of the question can be a really helpful way of starting your answer. It shows that you are ‘in charge’ of your essay and that you know what you think. It can provide a strong foundation for the rest of the essay. Keep referring back to the introduction to create a coherent response.’ AQA examiner’s report 2022 Creating a thesis-style introduction is a challenge for many students but is essential in helping students to reach levels 4-6 in the mark scheme. I have produced a simple 3 point structure to help students quickly generate a thesis statement in timed exam conditions. There is an example of the 3 point structure being used and then students attempt to imitate the structure for 4 other exam-style questions.

Huge 50+ slide PowerPoint covering key quotations with several layers of analysis on the key characters and themes in the novel. It comes with accompanying revision activities to ensure students use the information in the powerpoint efficiently and effectively: a) plan responses to 6 topics b) revise big ideas in the novel Also includes a revision sheet for analysing 15 key word choices in the novel. Also includes a resource looking at exploring multiple interpretations of the text.

A revision sheet which explores the impact of 7 key quotations focused on the Ghost of Christmas Past with detailed analysis of language.

Revision cards covering 4 big ideas in the play: Beware the corrupting effects of ambition Supernatural is evil and deceiving Guilt is paralysing and inescapable Violence is cyclical The revision cards track 6 quotations for each big idea across the play and contains perceptive inferences aimed at meeting the criteria in the top bands of the mark scheme. I have a similar resource but aimed at students working towards grade 4 or 5 which is available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12686070 Choose the one that best suits the ability of your class. If you find this resource useful, try my bundle for more Macbeth resources including lesson on all scenes, writing frames, model answers, theme and character revision cards and lots more. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/macbeth-full-unit-12584291

Students look at the 40 images and try to work out which quotation each image is referring to. This is great for quotation revision because students often come up with lots of different suggestions for each image. The answer sheet is included too. I use this as an end of term activity and invite students to colour in the images to help them remember each image. Also includes a second activity with 100 key quotations all missing a key word that needs to be added. If you find this resource useful, try my bundle for more Macbeth resources including lesson on all scenes, writing frames, model answers, theme and character revision cards and lots more. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/macbeth-full-unit-12584291

Two revision resources covering big ideas in Macbeth which allow students to chart how the major themes of the novel develop through the course of the play. There is a version aimed at grade 9 students which contains perceptive inferences for the key quotations linking. There is also a version aimed at students working towards grade 4 or 5 with clear and relevant comments on the quotations.

A full lesson that prepares students for how to write a speech about the benefits of reading for pleasure. Includes an example and invites students to follow the same 4 part structure.

6 handy tips that are useful for the Macbeth GCSE exam. Also includes a generic writing frame to help students meet the 3 assessment objectives.

A differentiated activity to get students to engage with the grade 8/9 assessment criteria for the new AQA 1-9 English Literature Paper 2 GCSE. Modern texts. Bronze level: students look for the meanings of difficult vocabulary. Silver level: students convert the criteria into student speak. Gold level: students write advice for how to meet the criteria for A01, 2 and 3.

An A3 revision resource to remind students about the following: connectives persuasive techniques cohesion punctuation complex sentences figurative language Also includes an extension activity which models a first paragraph to 3 different Paper 2 Question 5 style questions and asks students to write the next paragraph. Also includes a revision mat with tips and writing frame for Paper 2 questions 2-4.

What is the greatest modern invention? Students compare the model examples and then plan their own article about the greatest modern invention.

A detailed worksheet on semi colons for a 20 minute intervention session.

A detailed worksheet on how to use the colon for a 20 minute intervention session.