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With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com AT x

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With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com AT x
SHAKESPEARE TRAGEDY -  COMPREHENSION  X 4  II
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SHAKESPEARE TRAGEDY - COMPREHENSION X 4 II

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Develop necessary reading skills whilst exploring England’s most famous playwright. Learn about: the enduring legacy of the Bard - a free resource but included here so you don’t miss out. :) the Globe theatre exploring tragedies Macbeth Sentence Scramble Customised bundled resources on request. AT x wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 3
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 3

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These three AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam. READING EXTRACTS: LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY DOYLE - THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES AT x
AQA PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE x 2
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AQA PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE x 2

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PRACTICE THE SKILLS FOR THE READING TASK ON THE AQA GCSE PAPER 1. INCLUDED: DOYLE - HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD AT X
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE X 2
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE X 2

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These TW0 AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam. READING EXTRACTS: JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY DOYLE - HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES AT x
SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO & JULIET - SENTENCE SCRAMBLE - PLOT SUMMARY
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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO & JULIET - SENTENCE SCRAMBLE - PLOT SUMMARY

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This FREE printable resource will serve as a standalone, a starter or a lead in to a storyboarding activity for a range of student levels. Once students unscramble the 10 sentences, they will have a good idea of the main events of the plot of ROMEO & JULIET. Included: 10 scrambled sentences Answers AT x
KS5 TRAGEDY - KEATS - FULL ANNOTATION-DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK - LAMIA I & II
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KS5 TRAGEDY - KEATS - FULL ANNOTATION-DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK - LAMIA I & II

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TRAGEDY - KEATS - LAMIA I&II POEM ANNOTATION *ANNOTATIONS OF KEATS’ LAMIA I & II POEMS 13 CAREFULLY CRAFTED DISCUSSION QUESTIONS, WITH ANSWERS. PLUS *CREATIVE WRITING TASK **The activity encourages students to reflect the themes of allure, desire, and temptation from the original poem while re-imagining Lamia’s experiences in a modern context. ** Through this exercise, students engage in creative storytelling, connecting timeless themes with a contemporary setting, offering a fresh perspective on a classical literary character. AT x
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 3
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 3

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These THREE AQA GCSE Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for Paper 1 in the AQA GCSE English Language exam. READING EXTRACTS: LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD GILMAN - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER DOYLE - THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES AT x
OLYMPICS/SPORT COMPREHENSION X 8
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OLYMPICS/SPORT COMPREHENSION X 8

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OLYMPICS 2024/SPORT READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOKS. INCLUDED: Paris Olympics 2024 Olympic Rings Paris 1924 – 2024 Parisian Booksellers Olympic Stories: Eddie the Eagle Jesse Owens Abebe Bikila Women in Sport - Katherine Switzer - first woman to run a marathon **Customised bundled resources on request. ** AT x wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com - # TES BUNDLE REQUEST
GCSE/IGCSE 9-1 WORKHOUSE LETTER –COMPREHENSION – A CHRISTMAS CAROL
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GCSE/IGCSE 9-1 WORKHOUSE LETTER –COMPREHENSION – A CHRISTMAS CAROL

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NON-FICTION - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - Explore Charles Shaw’s narrative of life in the Wolstanton & Burslem Union Workhouse - contextual link to Scrooge’s attitude towards the poor in Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Included: Non-fiction letter from a 19th Century workhouse MCQs x 5 Free Response Questions x 8 Discussion Questions x 3 Also included a creative writing task - a reflective journal from Scrooge’s perspective. These focused questions analyse societal attitudes towards poverty, empathy, and social justice, fostering critical thinking and historical empathy. AT x
NON-FICTION  - ETHICAL DILEMMA  -  LORD OF THE FLIES - CONTEXT LINK
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NON-FICTION - ETHICAL DILEMMA - LORD OF THE FLIES - CONTEXT LINK

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NON FICTION - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - The resource explores the harrowing tale of the Andes plane crash of 1972, where survivors faced the unthinkable choice of resorting to cannibalism to stay alive. This gripping non-fiction passage serves as a poignant bridge to William Golding’s classic novel, “Lord of the Flies,” where a group of stranded boys grapple with their own moral dilemmas in the absence of authority. Included: non-fiction passage 10 free response questions - encourage critical thinking and analysis of the ethical complexities involved ethical dilemma chart - students must give arguments for and against consuming human flesh or succumb to starvation. oral presentation task - students will first reflect on their arguments in pairs and write them down before presenting them to the class. By connecting real-world events to literature, students gain a deeper understanding of human nature and the complexities of ethical decision-making.
CULTURE-COMPRENSION/DISCUSSION-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES
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CULTURE-COMPRENSION/DISCUSSION-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES

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NON-FICTION - CULTURE - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - Students will explore the profound influence of CULTURE on our daily lives. From how we behave, what and how we think, how we dress, what we eat and even what we become. Included: PASSAGE MCQS X 5 FREE RESPONSE QS X10 SCENARIOS - DISCUSSION QS X 8 CREATIVE TASK - DESIGN A GLOBAL UNITY FLAG TEACHER NOTES X 2 (Discussion & Creative Task) ANSWERS An essential tool for promoting inclusivity and global awareness in the classroom. AT x
GCSE / IGCSE 9 - 1 SPORTS - INVICTUS GAMES - COMPREHENSION
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GCSE / IGCSE 9 - 1 SPORTS - INVICTUS GAMES - COMPREHENSION

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NON-FICTION -SPORTS - INVICTUS GAMES - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - The Invictus games, for those involved, ( participants, spectators, sponsors and volunteers) are a journey of resilience, camaraderie, and empowerment. Students will explore the inspiring world of the Invictus Games with this informative and engaging resource. They will begin with a reading passage about the Games, followed by thought-provoking multiple-choice questions and reflective free-response prompts. Students will then bring the games to life by stepping into roles with heartwarming role-play scenarios. The teacher notes will guide facilitation, ensuring meaningful discussions and insights. A creative writing task will give students the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge of the games and explore the impact this learning has had on their perception of the Games. Answers to MCQs and Free Response Qs AT x
GCSE / IGCSE 9-1 TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMP. - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE
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GCSE / IGCSE 9-1 TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMP. - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE

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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITY/WORKBOOK - This TEEN MENTAL HEALTH resource package is designed specifically for teenage students. COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK . This resource provides open comprehension questions on a carefully crafted passage about mental health. It also includes 6 RELATABLE SCENARIOS depicting common teenage mental health challenges for group and subsequently whole class discussion, where students can explore various mental health issues, with supporting questions and reflect on how they might impact themselves or their peers. Scenarios: Emma’s stress and anxiety about schoolwork Jack’s loss of interest in hobbies and social withdrawal Sarah’s social anxiety Chris’s mood swings and irritability Alex’s struggles with self-esteem and social pressure Liam’s panic attacks before exams and presentations Creative Task: Personal journal reflection TEACHER NOTES FOR THE SCENARIOS AND THE CREATIVE TASK ARE INCLUDED. AT X
AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 5
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - X 5

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These FIVE AQA GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 1 Reading Practice workbooks can be bundled into one to encourage students to study independently or they can be used with the whole class as practice for the PAPER 1 EXAM. READING EXTRACTS: JAMES - THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY WILDE - THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY LONDON - THE CALL OF THE WILD GILMAN - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER DOYLE - THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES AT x
DICKENS - NON-FICTION  &  A CHRISTMAS CAROL SUMMARY (SEN) WORKBOOK
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DICKENS - NON-FICTION & A CHRISTMAS CAROL SUMMARY (SEN) WORKBOOK

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DICKENS - READING COMPRHENSION WORKBOOKS - This bundle contains DICKENS’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ summary SEN Workbook and a non- fiction letter from a workhouse inmate - Comprehension/Creative Writing Task- which provides a contextual link to Scrooge’s attitude towards the poor in A Christmas Carol. AT x
WILDE-AQA  GCSE PAPER 1 READING - PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY (1890)
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WILDE-AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING - PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY (1890)

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AQA GCSE LANGUAGE PAPER 1 READING - This comprehension paper for reading practice focuses on the essential reading skills required for the AQA GCSE Language Paper 1. Includes: a 600-word excerpt from Oscar Wilde’s " The Picture of Dorian Gray’ free response questions answers The resource can be used as a standalone reading comprehension or exam revision lesson, cover lesson or an independent homework task. AT x
TRAGEDY -  KEATS-FULL ANNOTATIONS - ISABELLA, OR THE POT OF BASIL, & THE EVE OF ST AGNES
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TRAGEDY - KEATS-FULL ANNOTATIONS - ISABELLA, OR THE POT OF BASIL, & THE EVE OF ST AGNES

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TRAGEDY - KEATS-FULL ANNOTATIONS- ISABELLA, Or the Pot of Basil, & THE EVE OF ST AGNES This resource is intended to support both teacher and student in the analysis of Keats’ poems Isabella, Or the Pot of Basil & The Eve of St. Agnes. The resource includes: Copies of the fully annotated poems Blank copies of the poems for students to make their own annotations Coversheets for the booklets AT x
COLERIDGE - IN PLAIN ENGLISH - KUBLA KHAN
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COLERIDGE - IN PLAIN ENGLISH - KUBLA KHAN

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COLERIDGE - KUBLA KHAN - PLAIN ENGLISH TRANSLATION This line by line translation of “Kubla Khan” into plain, or more accessible English, is designed to support students in their understanding of the poem. It can be used as a standalone homework reading task, or as part of a lesson. Placing this plain English version next to the original with produce a better learning experience, where students are truly able to appreciate the original for its use of language as they will now understand it. Printable in colour and in black & white. AT x