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Poetry self-assessment. Assess knowledge of poetic terminology
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Poetry self-assessment. Assess knowledge of poetic terminology

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This is a handy resource to assess existing knowledge at the start of a unit. The assessment grids are divided into three sections: poetic devices, structural terms and rhythm/rhyme terms. These can therefore be given individually depending on what is being taught, or all at once.
Essay plan - poetry comparison
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Essay plan - poetry comparison

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A detailed guide for students to work through the poetry comparison essay. Structured into paragraphs with a clear description of what should be included.
Homework Project
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Homework Project

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A project based on the reading of a novel over an extended period of time; ideal for holiday homework. Specific links are outlined for GCSEs, but the project can also be used for KS2 and 3. This is excellent preparation for year 9 over the summer as a transition from KS3 to KS4 and/or to develop the reading and language skills of year 10 groups. The project includes a range of tasks which support the skills needed to succeed in English Language and Literature GCSEs/IGCSEs. The tasks are categorised into the following sections: research, writing, analytical and creative, to appeal to different learners and cover a range of skills. There are specific guidelines included for presentation and emphasis is placed on the development of independent learning i.e. students must learn to manage their work and time effectively in order to meet the teacher's deadline.
Analysing sound and poetic devices in the poem 'Blessing'
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Analysing sound and poetic devices in the poem 'Blessing'

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Good for practising the unseen or general poetry analysis in preparation for the GCSE and IGCSE Various tasks to help students understand the impact of sound and poetic devices in the poem. Differentiated objectives and extension task are included. An example of the P.E.E.L structure is also given as a model and colour coded with a sample of how it would look in essay format.
An Inspector Calls - Acts 1 & 2 activity sheets
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An Inspector Calls - Acts 1 & 2 activity sheets

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Worksheets on acts 1 & 2 of the play. Includes tasks of increasing complexity, examining key events, quotations and character descriptions with some vocabulary work to aid this. Differentiated objectives and glossary included.
Othello - Introduction to characters and plot
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Othello - Introduction to characters and plot

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Two complete lessons with a range of activities. PPT includes differentiated objectives and clear instructions. Differentiated tasks with extension activities including a multiple choice quiz and a plot summary with questions for different abilities. No planning and easy to use, just photocopy and go!
Othello vocabulary homework Act 1
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Othello vocabulary homework Act 1

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Two homework sheets looking at the definitions of tricky words in Act 1 Scene 1 with answers. Ideal for students to familiarise themselves with vocabulary before reading Act 1.
Frankenstein Homework or pre-reading activities
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Frankenstein Homework or pre-reading activities

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Two task sheets to be used as pre-reading or homework activities to be used when studying the novel Frankenstein. Includes links to AOs Task 1 - Research and explore the different locations mentioned in the novel (good for cross-curricular links). This helps students to visualise the journeys of the characters as well as developing their geographical knowledge. Includes extension tasks and answers. Task 2 - Vocabulary task to enhance understanding of the language of 19th century texts. Tasks are easily marked as a class to save time.
The Tower, Stories of Ourselves CIE, Activity Pack & Summary sheet
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The Tower, Stories of Ourselves CIE, Activity Pack & Summary sheet

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Information sheet Single handout including: Summary of important information on the text for revision and understanding -plot summary, themes, author info, setting, and genre. Activity Pack o Task 1: Examines the characters of Caroline and Neville o Task 2: Complete the blanks to explore how Caroline changes over the course of the story o Task 3: How tension is created through language o Task 4: Revise the plot by matching quotations to describe the images o Task 5: Short writing task to explore the reader’s own reactions to the story o Task 6: Analyse the use of symbolism o Task 7: Explain the effect of the literary devices in quotations o Going further: various extension tasks to examine the text in further detail
King Lear
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King Lear

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A comprehensive workbook filled with activities to help students understand the content, language, themes and characters in the play (Acts 1-3). Suitable for use in class, as a revision workbook or as a homework book.