‘The Necklace’ by Guy de Maupassant: An abridged version. Part of my Back to Basics series, this resource simplifies the 19th-century French classic The Necklace to make it accessible and engaging for students. While the original version can be challenging, this meticulously abridged version retains the essence of the story, allowing students to fully understand and appreciate its literary significance. What’s included in this mini-unit of work: • A carefully abridged version of The Necklace that is student-friendly • Extracts from the original text to introduce Maupassant’s style and language • Engaging exercises to consolidate understanding • A complete set of answers to save teachers time Once students grasp the story, they can explore its deeper themes and significance, making learning meaningful and rewarding. This resource ensures The Necklace becomes one of the best short stories for your class to study.

The Murders at the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allen Poe: An abridged version. Part of my Back to Basics series, this resource simplifies the 19th-century classic The Murders at the Rue Morgue to make it accessible and engaging for students. While the original version can be challenging, this meticulously abridged version retains the essence of the story, allowing students to fully understand and appreciate its literary significance. What’s included in this lesson: • A carefully abridged version ofThe Murders at the Rue Morgue that is student-friendly • Engaging exercises to consolidate understanding • A complete set of answers to save teachers time Once students grasp the story, they can explore its deeper themes and significance, making learning meaningful and rewarding.

The Monkey’s Paw by W. W. Jacobs: An Abridged Version Part of the Back to Basics series, this resource simplifies the classic 20th-century short story The Monkey’s Paw, making it more accessible and engaging for students. While the original version may be challenging, this carefully abridged edition retains the essence of the story, ensuring students can fully understand and appreciate its literary significance. What’s included in this mini-unit of work: • A student-friendly, carefully abridged version of The Monkey’s Paw • Extracts from the original text to introduce Jacobs’ style and language • Engaging exercises to consolidate understanding • Designed using Bloom’s Taxonomy to guide students through a progression from basic to complex learning, promoting deeper understanding and critical thinking • A complete set of answers to save teachers valuable time Once students grasp the story, they will be ready to explore its deeper themes and significance, making learning both meaningful and rewarding. This resource ensures The Monkey’s Paw becomes one of the most impactful short stories for your class to study.

This definitive study guide of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory a complete unit of work designed to enhance understanding and develop literary skills in all students. This resource includes: • Chapter-by-chapter exercises (30 in total) to enhance comprehension and develop analytical thinking. • 83 pages of engaging activities tailored for student engagement • A detailed answer booklet is included. Plus • Clear explanations of the novel’s key themes • In-depth character analyses • Insights into the historical context of the story • Discussion of Dahl’s literary style • Fascinating facts to spark engaging class discussions This study guide ensures every aspect of the novel is covered, with a variety of activities to suit all learners. Preview several chapters (with answers included) to see the quality and practicality of this resource in action. Chapter 1: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774712 Chapter’s 9 &10 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774714 Chapter 13 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774715 Chapter 19 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13146970 Chapter 24 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774716 I would be grateful if you would please leave a comment.

Simplified and Abridged ‘Romeo & Juliet’ for All Learners This specially adapted version of Romeo & Juliet makes Shakespeare’s timeless tale accessible to students who might otherwise struggle with the original text. Designed as a complete unit of work, this resource ensures students gain a clear understanding of: • The leading characters and their development • The sequence of key events in the play • Essential quotes, explained in simple and relatable terms What’s included: • 23 pages of text • 30 pages of engaging exercises • 5 pages of essential background information • Answers provided This expertly differentiated resource is tailored to meet the needs of all learners, including EAL, SEND, and lower-ability students. It ensures every student is fully included in the learning process. Each section includes extended writing tasks that can double as assessment opportunities, helping to measure progress and understanding effectively.