A scheme of work (all lesson power-points and worksheets included) investigating poetry from other cultures. Some of the poets covered include Imtiaz Dharker, Benjamin Zephaniah and more. Comparison lessons are also included (aimed at introducing KS3 to the skills required for GCSE Lit and Lang), plus a few other creative lessons.

An introduction scheme of work (all powerpoints and worksheets for lessons included) to print and visual media for KS3. Activities/topics covered include: Newspaper articles, camera angles, lighting, advertisements and sexism in the media.

A non-fiction unit based around the concept of "freedom". All power-points and activities included. Students investigate the concept of freedom and how persuasive features are used in a range of non-fiction texts, such as memoirs, essays, articles and speeches. I created this unit for my middle-range year 8 class. Enjoy!

A series of 8 lessons looking at the Unseen Poetry section of the GCSE Paper 2. Both the 24 mark question and the 8 mark comparison question are covered.

Four power-points on Characters, Genre, Setting and Structure as an introduction for creative writing. I designed these resources for my high-ability year 9 class, in preparation for question 5 of the Language Paper 1 for the GCSE.

Apologies for having to break this into two parts, TES has size limits. I designed this SOW (all power-points and worksheets included) for the GCSE study of Macbeth (Lit paper). Power-points work through the text scene by scene and investigate language, build analysis skills and connections made between text and context. Formative assessments also included. Analysis character sheets credit to Schmoop- these can be downloaded online if needed.

Apologies for having to break this into two parts, TES has size limits. I designed this SOW (all power-points and worksheets included) for the GCSE study of Macbeth (Lit paper). Power-points work through the text scene by scene and investigate language, build analysis skills and connections made between text and context.

Apologies for having to break this into two parts, TES has size limits. I designed this SOW (all power-points and worksheets included) for the GCSE study of Mice & Men (Lit paper). Power-points work through the text scene by scene and investigate language, build analysis skills and connections made between text and context.

Apologies for having to break this into two parts, TES has size limits. I designed this SOW (all power-points and worksheets included) for the GCSE study of Macbeth (Lit paper). Power-points work through the text scene by scene and investigate language, build analysis skills and connections made between text and context. Included in part two: Iambic Pentameter (always hard to teach!)

Apologies for having to break this into two parts, TES has size limits. I designed this SOW (all power-points and worksheets included) for the GCSE study of Mice & Men (Lit paper). Power-points work through the text scene by scene and investigate language, build analysis skills and connections made between text and context. In Pt2, essay writing skills and a summative assessment are included.

This power-point is designed to be taught over a term/two terms for the GCSE topic in the literature paper. Find included all resources on themes, context, investigation of language and stagecraft and everything else you need for teaching this play. A01-3 are covered in complex detail, and there are about 25-30 lessons of content included altogether. I designed this resource for my higher ability year 10 class, who have just started their GCSE course.

Find included a scheme of work with all activities, power-points and resources for teaching a broad introduction to Shakespeare, geared at KS3. Part one includes a "Why Study Shakespeare?" lesson, plus four other lessons on context, the Globe and genres. Part two includes three lessons on the Comedies (Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night and Taming of the Shrew). Part three comprises the histories (Richard III, Henry V and Julius Ceasar) and also the tragedies (Romeo & Juliet and Antony & Cleopatra) . Key skills: plot and character overviews, introductions into Shakespeare's language (looking at extracts) plus creative activities.

Find included whole lessons and activities that teach students the skills required for responding to unseen non-fiction texts in Language Paper 2. Lessons start with Q2-5, and I've also included a whole practise paper which can be done over the course of two lessons as a "walking, talking mock" (power-point included). Enjoy!

A one off lesson (could be taught for either KS3 or KS4 depending on class ability) defining charactonyms. The focus is on the character of Minerva McGonagall, with an extract from "The Deathly Hallows", some language analysis and finally, a creative activity. I've designed this lesson and posted it as a free resource so as to showcase my work in resource planning/creation. If you like this lesson, please check out my other resources which span KS3-5.

Find enclosed 10-12 lessons covering the first act of Shakespeare's play "Antony & Cleopatra." All powerpoints, activities and worksheets for the following are included: - Shakespeare's context - Student historical presentation task - Plot - Act 1 (scene by scene lessons) I am not currently teaching this unit, but love the play. I've just designed it to sell. Would work for either KS4 or KS5. Enjoy

A one off lesson, as part of an "Introduction to Shakespeare" unit for KS3. A focus on language, plot and some characterisation.

A one off lesson, as part of an "Introduction to Shakespeare" unit for KS3. A focus on language, plot and some characterisation.

A one off lesson, as part of an "Introduction to Shakespeare" unit for KS3. A focus on language, plot and some characterisation.

A one off lesson for revision with year 11 classes, focusing on question 5 of language paper 1. Can be taught however for any exam set. Model text included; enjoy!