This SOL is focused on developing writing skills through the following:
Genre
· Develop a secure understanding of Fantasy fiction and fairy tale conventions
· Develop a secure understanding of the history of Fantasy fiction and fairy tales
· Develop a secure understanding of the purpose of Fantasy fiction and fairy tales
Character
· Develop a secure understanding of archetypes (both narrative and character)
· Develop a comprehensive understanding of elements of characterisation: personality, motivation, narrative arcs, dialogue, interactions, relationships, and overall actions
· Develop a comprehensive understanding of fairy tale settings across literature
Skills
· Identifying narrative points using Freytag’s narrative structure
· Plan narrative points using Freytag’s narrative structure
· Subvert typical narrative structures for effect
· Utilise fairy tale vocabulary for effect
· Identify archetypal and Propp character types
· Craft and subvert archetypal and Propp character types
· Craft exposition using engaging narrative hooks and subverting expectations
Based on the AQA GCSE English Literature qualification, this scheme of learning explores the Power and Conflict cluster. Each lesson is based on the notion of academic reading research. All resources are fully formatted and ready to be used.
An academic reading study of EVERY poem in the Power and Conflict cluster, supported by pre-reading of Language Paper 2 style extracts (for the war poems) to develop Literature through Language.
A collection of reading booklets linked to our schemes of learning to develop the reading ages of KS3 students through targeted intervention and bespoke literacy strategies.
8 detailed reading booklets for intervention and whole-class teaching of different genres. These booklets have been created through evidence-based strategies to allow students to progress with their reading comprehension and close reading of challenging texts.
A comprehensive overview of reading in a full academic year, including the use of Accelerated Reader. These resources have been created over the past three years. As the reading co-ordinator for the school, the following resources were submitted and received acclaim for the Renaissance Reading Awards 2019 and 2020. Any other resources you may require, please do get in touch.
All proceeds to go to supporting the local food bank.
All 4 booklets to complete a full academic study of ‘An Inspector Calls’:
Pre-Reading
During-Reading
Post-Reading
Post-Reading Challenge
Including: Daily Knowledge Recall Starters
Suggested Cover
Mock Feedback Sequence
A HUGE collection of bespoke reading booklets linked to our scheme of learning. These booklets have been carefully crafted to ensure teachers can easily tweak lessons to suit the needs of their class.
A real passion project and have proved very successful with our KS3 cohort in particular. Examples of tasks, suggested homework, rationale, and templates have been provided to support the study further.
Main topics: Adventure Fiction
Dickens
Gothic
Ghost Stories
Literacy Across the Curriculum
Dystopian Fiction
Treasure Island
And more!
Hours and hours of work - hope it helps.