This Functional Skills Level 1/2 Writing and Level 2 Reading and Writing pack contains resources designed to assist students, particularly those with dyslexia, in improving their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
The dyslexia friendly, functional skills writing workbook includes a structured approach to improve writing by using model answers, questionnaires, plans and colour-coded spelling of key words. The questions are focused on improving a park and reviewing a visit to an amusement park.
Each section begins with typical writing questions on the Functional Skills (AQA) Paper.
The Level 2 Pack contains Writing model answers with grammar, vocabulary and spelling activities aimed to support struggling students. The reading section is accompanied by a graphic organiser and vocabulary organiser.
These Functional Skills materials provide structured, step-by-step approaches to reading and writing, which are crucial for dyslexic students or students with additional needs. By breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps and using visual aids, these resources help students build confidence and competence in their literacy skills. The focus on organization, clear instructions, and practice exercises make these tools especially effective for supporting students with dyslexia in achieving academic success.
This Paper 2, Question 5 (AQA), English Language resource contains a comprehensive list of writing viewpoint and perspective topics, 13 sample essays and a marking rubric . It provides lots of discussion questions on a wide range of topics that are often tested in the GCSE, English Language exam paper.
The Persuasive Topics booklet is full of discussion question aimed to deepen understanding of controversial topics such as Fast Food and Advertising, Lowering the Age of Voting, Social Media Use and many others. It is an 80 page booklet packed with informative content, including the Pros and Cons of each topic and useful questions.
The Model Essay booklet contains 13 sample essays on a range of controversial issues which can be analysed and discussed using the Marking Rubric.
The Marking Rubric is a generic scheme which identifies the features of an effective introduction, main body and conclusion.
The Unit is an invaluable resource to deliver sessions on Writer’s Viewpoints and Perspectives as well as offering a handy revision guide!
Help students enhance their understanding of A Christmas Carol with this comprehensive PDF series, designed to prepare for the GCSE, English Literature examination. This pack offers detailed study resources for each stave of the novella, including three carefully selected extracts with corresponding comprehension questions, language analysis, and creative critical thinking prompts. There are 15 extracts and accompanying comprehensions in total!
The students can explore key themes in a structured way to suit all abilities, while sharpening skills in textual analysis and interpretation. Each extract is paired with thought-provoking questions that delve into Dickens’ use of language, tone, and narrative perspective, helping students master the text for exams. Whether used for revision or seeking deeper insights into the novel, this resource will boost confidence and enhance literary skills.
For students with additional needs there is an Understanding the Text section which leads into Analytical, Interpretation and Creative Thinking for the More Able. The carefully selcted extracts also help students digest information in a manageable way.
Ideal for self-study, classroom support, or exam preparation, these PDFs provide a structured and engaging way to explore Dickens’ classic tale.
Based on the GCSE, English Language, AQA Paper 1, Questions 2, 3 and 5, this unit supports students through model answers and suggested responses. The key GCSE, English Language reading text is from the Sci-Fi genre and the writing questions also cover this text type.
The unit is split into a reading and a writing section. The reading component contains a key reading text, a vocabulary task to aid understanding and suggested responses to questions 2 and 3. The second section contains a picture prompt question and a story writing task. A model response to each of these writing questions is also provided.
There are two plans to help student structure their own writing responses.
The unit helps students who struggle to understand the language they need to use for a reading response and for writing descriptively. It is ideal for teachers, SENDCOs and teaching assistants. The unit would also be ideal for a revision session for Paper 1.
This comprehensive GCSE, English Literature pack is designed to support students of middle to low ability in mastering Charles Dickens’ classic novella, ensuring success in their exams. Whether you are looking for in-depth analysis, revision materials, or creative exercises, this bundle has it all. It is perfect for both classroom use and independent study, offering a structured, engaging approach to the text.
The first pack focuses on unlocking a deeper understanding of A Christmas Carol through model answers, writing frames, and key vocabulary. It is especially beneficial for students with additional needs, providing a structured approach to essay writing and exam preparation. Students will be able to explore critical themes like death, isolation, and poverty while sharpening their skills in literary analysis, textual evidence, and essay structuring. This resource ensures that learners build the confidence needed to tackle exam questions with ease.
The second pack offers a detailed breakdown of each stave in the novella, with fifteen carefully selected extracts accompanied by comprehension questions, language analysis, and critical thinking prompts. These activities are designed to help students of all levels understand Dickens’ use of language and narrative perspective. The resource is ideal for revision, self-study, or boosting classroom discussions, providing an interactive and thought-provoking approach to the novella’s major themes and characters.
The third pack is perfect for students who learn best through hands-on activities, as it includes a drama version of key moments from each stave. This play version helps bring A Christmas Carol to life, allowing students to engage with the text in a dynamic and memorable way. Alongside this, the study guide and vocabulary pack offer a detailed examination of key themes, characters, and quotations, ensuring that even the most complex aspects of the novella are accessible to all learners.
Overall, this bundle is an essential toolkit for GCSE English Literature students studying A Christmas Carol. It provides a structured, supportive, and creative way to explore the novella, helping students to unlock their potential and achieve top marks in their exams.
Unlock a deeper understanding of A Christmas Carol with these comprehensive GCSE, English Literature resources, specifically designed to enhance exam success. The writing frames are particularly useful for students with additional needs and the model answers help struggling students enhance their responses.
Tailored for students aiming to progress in their GCSE Literature exam, these materials cover key themes, character analysis, and essay structures, focusing on pivotal topics such as death, isolation, and poverty. With clear writing frames and model essays, students will develop their skills in literary analysis, critical thinking, and providing textual evidence - all essential for top marks.
The model answer section contains the extracts taken from the Writing Frame booklet and accompanying model response. To help students, a list of key terms and vocabulary is provided which they can highlight in the essay.
Perfect for revision and classroom use, these resources provide a structured approach to Dickens’ novella, ensuring students feel confident tackling exam questions with precision and insight. Whether it’s understanding Scrooge’s transformation or exploring how Dickens critiques Victorian society, this pack empowers learners to navigate complex themes and improve their assessments.
Unlock your students’ potential in non-fiction writing with this comprehensive resource designed specifically for Eduqas/WJEC GCSE English Language Component Two. There is a reading booklet and a writing booklet based on the exam paper for these assessments, along with marking rubrics and model answers.
The reading section contains exam paper texts and questions, emphasizing reading comprehension and analysis. Students will engage with two texts centered around fossil discoveries, set in different time periods and contexts. Through this exploration, they will enhance their ability to extract key information, understand writers’ intentions, and analyze how language, tone, and structure shape meaning.
Text A features a determined female fossil hunter in 1883, who embarks on a professional expedition to Lyme Regis. Text B, on the other hand, presents a modern-day adventure where a group of friends set out for a lighthearted day of fossil hunting.
The unit includes a marking rubric and model responses to help students understand how to respond effectively to these texts.
The writing task is tailored to improve communication, organisation, and effective language use and helps students master key skills such as vocabulary, sentence structure, and paragraphing through engaging tasks.
The resource includes two key writing tasks:
Writing an article on maintaining a balanced lifestyle during exams.
Delivering a talk encouraging classmates to participate in community volunteering.
Both tasks encourage students to consider purpose and audience while providing opportunities to showcase their creativity and critical thinking. With detailed model responses and a self-assessment marking rubric, this resource offers clear guidance on how to approach these exam questions.
Ideal for classroom use or independent study, the pack is an essential tool for improving students’ writing abilities and reading comprehension, helping them develop confidence and clarity in Component Two.
Ideal for preparation for the WJEC, Eduqas Exam Series - English Language, the pack contains a practice paper for each component along with extensive model responses and marking rubrics.
The Component One pack contains a historical reading text with accompanying questions. Students can compare their responses with the model answers provided and teachers can draw attention to successful features in these. The writing section contains four model texts which students can use alongside the marking rubric.
The Component Two section follows a similar structure. The reading practice paper has two extracts and accompanying questions. There is a practice writing paper. All of these are accompanied with model responses and rubrics.
The bundle contains six writing models and model responses for every reading question. It is an ideal resource to prepare for the resit exam in November or the Summer series.
Unlock Success with Eduqas (WJEC), GCSE English Language Resources - Component One. Designed specifically for Eduqas GCSE English Language students, this comprehensive set of resources will help your students excel in both creative writing and reading text analysis. Featuring expertly crafted writing prompts, detailed mark schemes, and model answers based on the extract question, these tools will equip students with the skills they need to succeed.
These resources will guide your students every step of the way. Ideal to help prepare for their exams, each section is designed to enhance understanding, boost confidence, and achieve top marks.
The pack includes:
Extract: This resource provides an introduction to an excerpt from Ravenholm Castle, a medieval-themed text. It guides students in analyzing how the writer uses language to create atmosphere, build tension, and convey Lady Elowen’s complex emotions, as well as practicing exam-style questions. This resource outlines a detailed mark scheme for analyzing the text. It helps students break down how to engage with the text and score well on questions related to language analysis, character development, and tension. There are also model responses to share with the students.
Creative Prose Writing Prompts: This section includes a set of writing prompts designed to enhance creative prose skills. Students are encouraged to choose one of several prompts to write about, with a focus on developing communication, organization, and language skills. The reflection section provides success criteria for vocabulary, sentence structure, and paragraphing, along with model creative writing responses that show successful narrative writing.
This resource is effective in supporting students to achieve higher marks in Component One!
This GCSE (AQA), English Literature practice paper, model answer and vocabulary support sheet focuses on the theme of secrecy in Robert Louis Stevenson’s “The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.” It provides an in-depth analysis of how secrecy functions as a destructive force within the novel, revealing the duality of human nature and the psychological strain it causes.
The practice paper based unit is structured to help students understand key elements, such as:
How secrecy affects Dr. Jekyll’s emotional and physical state, influencing his relationships and morality.
Detailed examination of an extract from Chapter 3, highlighting Jekyll’s physical reactions and attempts to evade discussions about Mr. Hyde.
Exploration of the wider novel, discussing how Jekyll’s transformation into Hyde symbolizes hidden desires and the eventual loss of control.
The impact of Victorian societal norms on characters like Utterson and Lanyon, who prioritize maintaining appearances over confronting uncomfortable truths.
The structural role of secrecy, using documents and letters to gradually reveal the truth, creating suspense and highlighting the tragic consequences of concealment.
The guide includes a model answer and an indicative content section to assist students in crafting well-supported responses in exams.
The vocabulary resource is designed to enhance students’ understanding of key vocabulary related to the theme of secrecy in Stevenson’s novel. It includes a list of essential words and phrases used in the model essay, such as “concealment,” “hidden desires,” “psychological strain,” and “respectable facade,” each crucial for interpreting the text’s deeper meanings. Students are required to find definitions and explanations of how these terms relate to the novel’s context. An exercise is provided for students to write sentences using these words, reinforcing their comprehension and ability to discuss themes effectively in essays.
This unit offers valuable tools for students preparing for the AQA, GCSE English Literature exam, providing both analytical frameworks and vocabulary mastery to excel in their studies.
This GCSE English Literature resource offers a comprehensive analysis of the theme of transformation in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens and includes an AQA practice exam question which focuses on the theme of isolation, along with a model answer.
Practice Question and Extract: The extract is taken from Stave where Scrooge is visited by the Ghost of Christmas Present. It portrays the symbolic transformation of Scrooge through the description of his room and situation.
Model Answer: A detailed response to the exam question, discussing Scrooge’s transformation both in the extract and throughout the novel. This includes:
Analysis of the extract’s language, highlighting Scrooge’s emotional transformation.
Exploration of transformation in the broader context of the novel, emphasizing how setting symbolises transformation.
A conclusion that connects transformation with Victorian social values and the importance of community.
Indicative Content: Provides teachers with clear criteria to assess student responses.
Along with this resource, a picture sequence vocabulary activity is also provided. This can be used to help students reflect on key thematic words and ideas.
This resource is designed to show students how to respond to an AQA, English Literature question and familiarising them with the theme of transformation.
This GCSE English Literature resource offers a comprehensive analysis of the theme of isolation in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens and includes an AQA practice exam question which focuses on the theme of isolation, along with a model answer.
Practice Question and Extract: The extract is taken from Stave 2 where Scrooge is visited by the Ghost of Christmas Past. It portrays the symbolic isolation of Scrooge through the description of his room and situation.
Model Answer: A detailed response to the exam question, discussing Scrooge’s isolation both in the extract and throughout the novel. This includes:
Analysis of the extract’s language, highlighting Scrooge’s physical and emotional isolation.
Exploration of isolation in the broader context of the novel, emphasizing how Scrooge’s materialism contributes to his loneliness.
A conclusion that connects isolation with Victorian social values and the importance of community.
Indicative Content: Provides teachers with clear criteria to assess student responses.
Along with this resource, a picture sequence activity is also provided. This can be used to help students remember the main events which occur at the beginning of Stave 2.
This resource is designed to show students how to respond to an AQA, English Literature question and familiarising them with the theme of isolation.
Aimed for GCSE (AQA) English Language teachers, this resource is ideal to teach the different elements of Paper One. It includes model responses to the practice questions which will help students understand what is required of them and provides a useful resource for examination preparation!
The practice paper, reading material is a detailed, engaging extract about Claire, a young woman returning home after a tiring day at work. It allows students to practice skills such as understanding characters, setting, and emotions while responding to AQA-style questions. The paper contains typical Section A questions. focusing on reading comprehension and analysis, with questions addressing language techniques, structure, and character evaluation.
Section B provides creative writing prompts, encouraging students to either describe a rainy city scene - picture prompt - or write a story about feeling invisible in a crowd.
An included mark scheme clearly outlines how to assess student responses, with level descriptors for analyzing language, structure, and critical evaluation. These can be shared with students.
Model answers are included to give students examples of high-quality responses, guiding them on how to structure answers and use evidence effectively. Students will be able to see the type of language they need to use to respond to the text.
Additionally, a checklists is included as a separate document to support both reading and writing tasks. These cover:
Language features like strong verbs, metaphors, and personification.
Structural devices such as chronological order, flashbacks, and cyclical structure.
Creative writing features such as varied sentence structures, figurative language, and punctuation for effect.
These resources ensure comprehensive preparation for the AQA Paper 1 exam, helping students develop critical reading skills and produce creative, well-structured writing!
This bundle of GCSE, English Language, Practice Papers offers a comprehensive resource for teachers following the AQA curriculum, providing valuable exam preparation materials for both Paper 1 (Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing) and Paper 2 (Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives).
Key Features:
AQA Paper 1 (Creative Reading and Writing):
Practice Paper: Focuses on students’ ability to analyze a fiction text, with questions designed to assess reading comprehension, language analysis, and structure.
Writing Task: Creative response to a city scene and a short story prompt.
Model Answers and Mark Scheme: Detailed model responses and a mark scheme to guide teachers in assessing students’ performance according to AQA criteria.
Literary Devices Checklist: A helpful tool for students to identify and apply key literary techniques in their writing.
AQA Paper 2 (Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives):
Practice Paper: Features two non-fiction texts on seaside holidays from the 1970s and 1875, with exam-style questions to compare viewpoints, summarize, and analyze language.
Writing Task: Requires students to write a travel blog article, helping them practice persuasive and argumentative writing.
Mark Scheme and Model Answers: Includes a mark scheme and sample answers to illustrate how to meet AQA’s assessment objectives and standards.
Benefits for Teachers:
This bundle offers a complete set of resources to strengthen students’ exam readiness. It supports both creative and non-fiction reading and writing skills, while the addition of a literary devices checklist and non-fiction writing plans ensure students are well-prepared to engage with texts effectively.
The Practice Paper for GCSE English Language ,Paper Two offers comprehensive support for teachers following the AQA curriculum. Here’s an overview of its content and its usefulness in supporting students in understanding how to respond to the different questions:
Reading Section: The paper contains two rich, contrasting texts on seaside holidays — one set in the 1970s and the other in 1875. Students are tasked with summarizing differences, analyzing language, and comparing perspectives across both texts. This structure mirrors AQA exam questions, enhancing students’ exam readiness.
Writing Section: The second part requires students to compose a travel blog article, allowing them to practice persuasive writing and structuring arguments effectively. The paper includes a detailed writing plan, outlining balanced and one-sided viewpoints, which aids in teaching the skills required for structured writing responses.
Marking Support: Teachers can use the provided mark scheme to evaluate responses across reading and writing tasks, using AQA’s assessment objectives Additionally, the model answers act as exemplars, illustrating what successful responses should look like. These provide an opportunity to look closely at the language features and the structure of successful reading responses.
This paper will be invaluable for AQA teachers, offering realistic practice and clear guidance aligned with curriculum expectations.
Aimed for GCSE (AQA) English Language teachers, this resource is ideal to teach the different elements of Paper One. It includes model responses to the practice questions which will help students understand what is required of them and provides a useful resource for examination preparation!
The practice paper, reading material is a detailed, engaging extract taken from a mystery novel. It allows students to practice skills such as understanding characters, setting, and emotions while responding to AQA-style questions. The paper contains typical Section A questions. focusing on reading comprehension and analysis, with questions addressing language techniques, structure, and character evaluation.
Section B provides creative writing prompts, encouraging students to either describe an atmospheric room - picture prompt - or write a story about a mysterious event.
An included mark scheme clearly outlines how to assess student responses, with level descriptors for analyzing language, structure, and critical evaluation. These can be shared with students.
Model answers are included to give students examples of high-quality responses, guiding them on how to structure answers and use evidence effectively. Students will be able to see the type of language they need to use to respond to the text.
Additionally, a checklists is included as a separate document to support both reading and writing tasks. These cover:
Language features like descriptive speech, dialogue, imagery, repetition and tone.
Structural devices such as character focus, shift to dialogue, withholding information, gradual revelation, climactic moment and progression of tension.
Creative writing features aspects such as varied sentence structures, figurative language, and punctuation for effect.
The Practice Paper for GCSE English Language ,Paper Two offers comprehensive support for teachers following the AQA curriculum. Here’s an overview of its content and its usefulness in supporting students in understanding how to respond to the different questions:
Reading Section: The paper contains two rich, contrasting texts on pollution -one set in the 1990s and the other in the 1880s. Students are tasked with summarizing differences, analyzing language, and comparing perspectives across both texts. This structure mirrors AQA exam questions, enhancing students’ exam readiness.
Writing Section: The second part requires students to compose a letter or an article about pollution, allowing them to practice persuasive writing and structuring arguments effectively.
Marking Support: Teachers can use the provided mark scheme to evaluate responses across reading and writing tasks, using AQA’s assessment objectives Additionally, the model answers act as exemplars, illustrating what successful responses should look like. These provide an opportunity to look closely at the language features and the structure of successful reading responses.
As an extension, students can also use a descriptive writing prompt to use descriptive vocabulary and varied sentence structures to write about a littered beach.
This paper will be invaluable for AQA teachers, offering realistic practice and clear guidance aligned with curriculum expectations.
Social Inequality in A Christmas Carol - GCSE, English Literature (AQA) Practice Question/Model Answer.
This resource includes a detailed extract from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, focusing on the iconic scene where the Ghost of Christmas Present reveals the symbolic children, Ignorance and Want.
It offers:
A deep exploration of the theme of social inequality in the novella.
A model essay answer that guides students through how to respond to GCSE English Literature questions on this theme.
Structured guidance on analyzing key quotes and understanding how Dickens critiques Victorian society’s neglect of the poor.
This resource is ideal for students studying Dickens and Victorian literature, helping them develop skills in critical analysis, essay structure, and understanding historical context(social inequality).
Word Search Activity
This word search resource is an engaging tool designed to complement English learning activities. It offers:
A fun and interactive way for students to reinforce key vocabulary and concepts related to social inequality.
An answer key for easy review.
Great as a supplementary activity to break up more intense studying or to prompt sentence writing related to A Christmas Carol.
This resource offers comprehensive guidance for students tackling GCSE AQA English Language Paper 2. It contains a practice paper on the theme of cycling and consists of two main component.
AQA Paper 2 Guidance:
This section provides step-by-step strategies for answering each question in Section A, focusing on reading comprehension and comparison of non-fiction texts. It includes specific advice on how to approach true/false statements (Q1), summarizing similarities between texts (Q2), analyzing language use (Q3), and comparing attitudes in two texts (Q4).
For Section B, students are guided through writing tasks, with a model response for argumentative writing. Tips are provided on structuring arguments, using persuasive language, and integrating rhetorical devices.
Mastering Subject-Specific Vocabulary and Language for Non-Fiction Writing:
This guide emphasizes the importance of using precise, subject-specific vocabulary to enhance the quality of writing in non-fiction tasks. It offers practical advice on blending technical terms with everyday language and employing rhetorical devices effectively. The guide includes examples of advanced sentence structures and how to adapt tone based on the writing task (letter, report, article, etc.).
By mastering these skills, students will learn how to craft clear, persuasive, and authoritative non-fiction writing, meeting the criteria for higher marks on the AQA exam.
This resource equips students with essential tools for excelling in reading and writing non-fiction, covering both analysis and the crafting of sophisticated responses.
Write a Description as Suggested by the Picture Task
This resource is designed to help students practice descriptive writing using a picture prompt to prepare for Q5 on Paper 1.
It encourages learners to expand their vocabulary and sentence structure through targeted activities. Students are guided to describe various elements in the picture, such as a dog, train tracks, a train, and surrounding plants, using provided adjectives like “playful,” “vibrant,” “gleaming,” and “lush.”
Before the student writes, than can practice using the targeted vocabulary related to different aspects of the picture.
In addition to vocabulary development activities, sentence starters such as prepositions, ING verbs, and “show not tell” strategies are offered to enhance the students’ descriptive abilities. Again, students can practice this prior to writing.
This resource serves as a practical tool for building confidence in writing vivid and engaging descriptions.
