This is a fun personality test that learners can use as a fun way for the teacher to get to know learners better, and learners to learn about themselves. The learners write answers to each question on their worksheet and the teacher can go through the slides 1 by 1 to reveal the true meaning of each of the answers. This has been a huge hit with both younger and older learners and takes approximately 40 minutes to complete if done properly.

Here is a detailed lesson all about the history and story of the London Underground, followed by some information of how the tube works. Students then get Maps given to them to try and work out how long and how far stations are from each other. They also need to practice key dialogues and vocabulary related to travel, distance and time. This can also be modified to suit learners as there are key phrases and key information the teacher needs to give learners. We have found this lesson to be very popular and cross-curricular as it covers, English, Maths, Geography and History.

Here is a full 15+ lesson scheme of work for the book KES, by Barry Hines. This scheme of work has a huge range of activities, each with their own aims and lesson objectives, 2-3 activities, a starter (Bell Tasks) and a plenary. This has been successful with KS3 learners, Year 8/9 and as a review for KS4, Year 10 students. There are also various links to cultural context, historical links and activities to connect with the story of KES throughout. This scheme can be taught as an introduction to the story, or can be read alongside the story or the film. Each lesson is timed at around 50-55 minutes, but can be changed/adapted as required.

This is a full 4/5 week scheme of work for Treasure Island for the 19th Century English Literature course. This scheme was previously taught to my Year 7 and Year 8 high school students who found it extremely interesting and stimulating. The scheme includes differentiated worksheets, homework tasks and a copy of the abstract booklet to compliment the scheme. Powerpoint’s all include learning objectives, images from the film, starter tasks and reflection tasks as well as assessment lessons testing reading, writing and comprehension skills. References made to the film are to the Sky TV version produced starring Eddie Izzard which is widely available online, other clips are linked from youtube. Feel free to make changes where you see fit.

Here is an autobiographies theme for KS2 and KS3. This would be particularly useful for lower level learners and starts with the basics before building up over the 6 lessons. All materials are also provided, which include students speaking and listening activities, independent activities for students and focused writing activities. There is also some reference to Boy, by Roald Dahl, which is also included for your reference.

Here is a full 7 Lesson scheme for Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, looking at the novel in detail, focusing on many key scenes, characters and context throughout, as well as various starter and review activities. It also looks at some of the techniques used by the writer, as well as a drama activity and writing activities with some assessment questions for KS2 and KS3 learners which can be adapted or modified when needed.

Here is a Bucket list lesson for KS2/KS3/EAL/ESL learners. The lesson includes a detailed description of a bucket list, a video explaining what a bucket list is and a double-sided handout available. Students will then make their own bucket list using what was learned in the lesson. Powerpoint, Video, Handout included. Lesson will take around 30 minutes.

Here is a full 7-10 Lesson Scheme of Work for Oliver Twist for use mainly at KS2/KS3 (Years 5-9). The scheme covers a wide range of themes and ideas within the story and the extracts or the full novel can be used to help accompany this scheme. There are also differentiated outcomes for each lesson, as well as a range of activities and questions for each lesson to ensure all learners are making progress. There is also a range of reflection activities and homework activities for students to complete throughout the scheme, which will take up at least 7-10 full lessons.

This is a great lesson for KS1/KS2 learners as well as EAL/ESL learners. This is also a useful lesson to help students revise adjectives, superlatives and comparatives. There are 2 Powerpoint presentations with a low level and higher level lesson. Videos are also included as well as a game to help consolidate learning.

Here is a full 2-3 lesson pack for Conflict Poetry, looking in detail at Belfast Confetti, by Ciaran Carson. This lesson looks at language and context and how they work together in the poem. Copies of the poem, comparison activities, handouts, vocabulary focus and writing activities are also included. There is also handouts with containing a comparison with Bayonet Charge, social and historical context of the poem as well as a look at tone and structure in the poem, This is a great lesson to use with both KS3 and KS4 students and can be easily differentiated as required.

Spelling Challenge Game for KS1 & ESL: This is a fun and simple spelling challenge game for younger English learners. Students can split into teams or groups and work together or individually to solve the problems. The slides are in an easy format so you can easily edit them if needed.

Here is a simple and fun ESL/English game called Longest Word. Ideal for KS1/ESL learners. Students need to try to come up with the longest word using the prompts on the slides. There are 3 different levels of difficultly. You can also easily swap out, edit or duplicate slides to add your own levels to each one. Instructions are added to each slide so it is easy to follow for most levels of learners.

Catchphrase PPT Game Here is a nice, simple fun activity for ESL/English learners, especially younger ones. Students have to identify the images and put them together to make a word. This is very similar to the UK TV Show Catchphrase. Students can either answer verbally, write them down on whiteboards, or on paper. A nice time filler for 10-15 minutes at the start of a lesson. If you enjoyed this free resource, feel free to leave a review. Thanks.

This lesson is called Amazing Animals, with lots of discussion, vocabulary and activities for students to complete. The lesson can be broken down over an hour, or easily extended into two lessons: Warm Up - The teacher can ask students the question prompts about animals to generate ideas and understanding (10-15 mins). Traits - Goes into detail about traits of animals and why these are useful for their survival. (5-10 mins). Group Discussion - Students then go into groups to discuss the questions and share their ideas. They can then see some strange/unusual animals that exist to help with engagement. (15-20 mins). Make your Own Animals - Students can now use the previous activities to make their own animal, using the vocabulary and ideas learned in class so far. (10-15 mins) Animal Idioms - Here students can learn more about some common animal idioms used in everyday English, such as ‘The lions share’ etc. Game (Extension) - Bring me game. Students form two lines and race to bring you the animal card you name. Full instructions included. (15-20 mins).

Here is a 3 full lesson pack for the poem of The Emigree, by Carol Rumens. There is a focus on the word ‘emigree’ followed by a focus on the poet, as well as key messages in the poem. The second and third lessons focus on techniques and imagery for the poem as well some in depth analysis of the key techniques and subject terminology. There are also Independent Writing tasks as well as peer writing tasks for students to complete as extended activities.

Here is a great full lesson analysing the poem “The Soldier” by Rupert Brooke. This is ideal for students in KS3, years 7,8,9 . This lesson will help students to explore and understand the themes in the poem, including conflict. The lesson goes through the poem line by line in detail, looking at and discussing the key themes, poetic devices used as a well as a range of discussion and/or writing activities. This can also be differentiated as required for lower levels by simply removing/simplifying some of the extended activities.

Here is a lesson to introduce writing narratives to KS3 students, especially those in Years, 7,8,9. This is a perfect way to link narratives to GCSE outcomes. This lesson focusses on using the senses effectively in writing, using precise vocabulary for impact and effect. This can also be divided over 2 lessons if needed, with a plenary, peer assessments and extension activity also provided. There is also a special grammar focus for students looking at there, their and they’re!

Here is a range of extracts and assessment based questions that can be used to test students knowledge of a Christmas Carol. There are 15+ questions here than can be used to reflect each stave, and can be easily differentiated and modified as needed.

Here is a short 3-4 weeks scheme focused on poetry, suitable for KS3, looking at the key themes of marginalisation, identity, tone and imagery. Each lesson contains differentiated learning objectives, a range of starter and review tasks, as well as periodical homework tasks and breakdowns of key words and definitions useful for understanding poetry at KS3, focused around Checking Out Me History by John Agard. There are approximately 6-8 full 1 hour lessons which can be easily modified or changed if needed, depending on your lesson length and ability of learners. All resources are included, just download and teach! No further prep required!

Here is a fantastic 8-10 lesson scheme on Unseen Poetry covering a wide range of poems for KS4 (Year 10/11) from the Unseen Poetry spec. The scheme covers the main themes in each of the poems: Poppies, Remains, Checking Out my History and War Photographer, and has a range of tasks in them to link to each other, looking at key language and phrases in the poem. Students are encouraged to look in detail at certain phrases in each of the poems and the significance of the themes of power and conflict throughout the scheme. Each lesson contains developed learning objectives, key word foci, starter tasks and periodical assessment, exam practice and homework. Each lesson lasts around 1 hour in length and can be easily adapted to suit a range of abilities if needed. This is an ideal scheme for one half term to look at with Y10 as a first teach and Y11 as a review of Unseen poetry. No resources required, just download and go!