A range of resources suitable for WJEC Eduqas English Language and 9-1 WJEC Eduqas English Literature GCSEs, OCR English GCSEs and AQA English GCSEs. A range of resources are designed for Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 to engage them in English.
There is also a range of A Level resources suitable for English Language, Literature and Language & Literature.
All resources have been taught successfully to a range of classes in my grammar school and can easily be taught to your classes too.
A range of resources suitable for WJEC Eduqas English Language and 9-1 WJEC Eduqas English Literature GCSEs, OCR English GCSEs and AQA English GCSEs. A range of resources are designed for Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 to engage them in English.
There is also a range of A Level resources suitable for English Language, Literature and Language & Literature.
All resources have been taught successfully to a range of classes in my grammar school and can easily be taught to your classes too.
The Great Gatsby A Level English Literature Scheme of Work covering 20 lessons that work through the entire novel and focus on key extracts.
The scheme covers:
An introduction into covering the whole novel and narrative theories.
Context and key themes such as decadence and materialism.
Role of the narrator.
Key settings in The Great Gatsby.
The use of characterisation.
Timed essay structures and opportunity to feedback and improve.
Below is a breakdown of what is in the scheme of work:
Lesson 1 – Room 101 – Plans and ideas.
Lesson 2 – Room 101 – Planning and writing.
Lesson 3 – Room 101 - Finishing writing peer assessment.
Lesson 4 – Room 101 - Presentations and golden rules.
Lesson 5 – Death penalty – Ideas and research in groups with planning.
Lesson 6 – Death penalty – Writing up in groups, extra research.
Lesson 7 – Death penalty – Presentations in groups and peer assessment.
Lesson 8 – Improvement time – set homework for next task.
Lesson – Own title – Ideas and research/planning.
Lesson – Own title - Planning and beginning to write, peer assess.
Lesson – Own title – Writing and finalising.
Lesson – Assessment and reflections time.
Transform your A Level English Language course with this all-encompassing resource focused on the AQA Child Language Acquisition unit. This evidence-informed package covers speech, writing, reading, data analysis, exam questions, theories, development charts, and interactive quizzes, all aligned with UK secondary school criteria.
**This unit of work covers the reading element.
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Key Features:
AQA-Aligned: Meticulously designed to meet AQA English Language A Level requirements for Child Language Acquisition.
Multi-Faceted Approach: Comprehensive coverage of speech, writing, reading, data analysis, and more.
Exam Ready: Includes an array of exam questions and preparation materials to ensure students are exam-ready.
Theoretical Insights: Integrates key theories and development charts for an enriched understanding of child language acquisition.
Engaging Quizzes: Interactive quizzes to facilitate active learning and reinforce key concepts.
Time-Efficient: Pre-packaged lessons and materials to save you planning time without compromising on quality.
Customisable: Offers the flexibility to adapt the content for various student abilities and classroom dynamics.
Specially tailored for UK secondary school teachers aiming for excellence in AQA’s Child Language Acquisition unit, this resource provides an evidence-based, step-by-step curriculum designed for success. Equip your students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their A Level English Language studies.
This 6-week scheme of work, comprising 24 lessons, is tailored for Year 8 students to delve into characterisation and thematic analysis in ‘Wicked’.
The unit guides students through a detailed exploration of key characters such as Elphaba and Glinda, integrating activities that foster skills in making inferences, supporting analysis with evidence, and understanding character development within the play.
Students will engage in diverse activities including quizzes, guided reading, song analysis, and creative writing tasks. The scheme also incorporates multimedia resources such as video clips and songs to enhance understanding and engagement.
Each lesson is meticulously planned with specific learning outcomes, structured activities, and assessment opportunities, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the play’s characters and themes.
This resource includes PowerPoint presentations, worksheets, and detailed lesson plans, making it an invaluable tool for educators aiming to provide an in-depth and interactive learning experience focused on ‘Wicked’.
Key Features:
• Interactive and Diverse Activities: The unit incorporates a variety of teaching strategies, including discussions, creative writing, research projects, and multimedia presentations.
• Skill Development: Focuses on enhancing literacy skills, critical thinking, empathy, and global awareness.
• Engagement with Real-World Issues: Encourages students to connect the novel’s themes with contemporary global issues, fostering a deeper understanding and empathy for others.
• Flexible and Adaptable: The unit can be tailored to suit different learning styles and classroom environments, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
Why Choose This Unit?
• Engages Students: The novel’s compelling story and relatable themes captivate students’ interest and imagination.
• Holistic Learning: Integrates literary analysis with creative expression and real-world connections, providing a well-rounded educational experience.
• Empowers Voices: Encourages students to explore and express their own voices while understanding the importance of resilience and courage in the face of adversity.
Bring the powerful story of “The Breadwinner” to life in your classroom with this dynamic and enriching unit of work. “Empowering Voices: Exploring ‘The Breadwinner’” offers a transformative learning experience that will resonate with students long after the unit ends.
A full scheme of work that covers the theories and teaching associated with occupation and power.
Over 18 Powerpoints in total that cover:
- Key theorists
- Student exemplars
- Powerpoints that have strategies to cover the learning of occupation
- Contextualised examples of data/transcripts
Dive headfirst into the dynamic world of sociolect with our comprehensive revision lesson crafted specifically for UK secondary school students. This session is meticulously designed to demystify the nuances of sociolect, the social dialect spoken by a particular class or group.
Highlights:
Foundational Understanding: Revisit the core concepts and definitions associated with sociolect, grounding students in the basic principles.
Interactive Discussions: Engage in spirited debates and discussions on how sociolects evolve, their importance, and their influence on identity and society.
Real-world Examples: Analyse authentic snippets of dialogue from diverse social groups, drawing parallels between theory and real-world application.
Examination Techniques: Equip students with the best strategies to tackle sociolect-related questions in exams, including annotation methods and answer structuring.
Collaborative Learning: Through group tasks and peer reviews, foster a collaborative learning environment, ensuring varied perspectives and comprehensive understanding.
This revision lesson is a blend of theory, interactive exercises, and practical applications, promising an enriching learning experience. By the end, students will not only have a profound understanding of sociolect but also the confidence to articulate and analyze it in examination scenarios.
Dive into Margaret Atwood’s compelling dystopian narrative with our comprehensive scheme of work designed specifically for AQA English Literature Paper 2 Section B. Unpack the intricate layers of political and social protest writing in this modern classic.
What Does the Resource Offer?
Comprehensive Coverage: Our scheme ensures students grasp the depth and breadth of “The Handmaid’s Tale”, from its dystopian setting to the poignant themes of gender oppression and religious extremism.
Genre Exploration: Tailored to AQA’s Paper 2B, delve deep into the conventions and nuances of political and social protest writing.
Classroom Ready: Detailed lesson plans, engaging activities, and assessment tools make this resource a must-have for educators. Seamlessly integrate our content into your teaching, ensuring students are exam-ready and intellectually stimulated.
Analytical Focus: Enhance students’ analytical skills with guided explorations of Atwood’s language, symbolism, and narrative techniques. Equip them to craft insightful essays and discussions.
Contextual Insights: Enrich discussions with a focus on the socio-historical context of the 1980s, shedding light on the novel’s relevance and Atwood’s commentary.
Target Audience:
For Teachers: Looking for a structured and insightful approach to “The Handmaid’s Tale” that aligns perfectly with AQA’s specifications? This resource is tailored to your needs.
For Students: Aspire to master “The Handmaid’s Tale” and excel in your A Level English Literature studies? Dive into our comprehensive guide.
Why Choose Our Scheme?
Crafted with precision by seasoned educators, our scheme marries academic rigor with pedagogical soundness. Students not only prepare for exams but also develop a genuine appreciation for literature.
Key Features:
Exhaustive Lesson Plans
Stimulating Activities
Grading Criteria & Feedback Tools
This resource is a meticulously organised scheme of work designed to immerse secondary school students in the rich tapestry of poetry from various cultures. It is structured into thematic folders, each containing detailed lesson plans, activities, and assessments. Here’s a breakdown of the contents:
Introduction
• This offers introductory materials to set the stage for the scheme of work. It includes background information, objectives, and an overview of the cultural significance of the selected poems.
Limbo
• Featuring “Limbo” by Edward Kamau Brathwaite, this section provides lesson plans and activities that explore the historical and cultural themes of the poem.
Night of the Scorpion
• This delves into “Night of the Scorpion” by Nissim Ezekiel. It includes comprehensive lesson plans, discussion points, and activities to enhance students’ understanding of the poem’s narrative and cultural background.
Nothing’s Changed
• Focused on “Nothing’s Changed” by Tatamkhulu Afrika, this section includes lesson plans and resources to discuss themes of apartheid, social justice, and change.
Presents from My Aunts
• Featuring “Presents from My Aunts in Pakistan” by Moniza Alvi, this folder offers materials to explore themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the immigrant experience.
Two Scavengers
• This section focuses on “Two Scavengers in a Truck, Two Beautiful People in a Mercedes” by Lawrence Ferlinghetti. It includes lesson plans and activities to discuss social class and disparity.
Unrelated Incidents
• Including Tom Leonard’s “Unrelated Incidents,” this folder provides resources to examine dialect, language, and identity within cultural contexts.
Assessment (Blessing)
• Focused on the poem “Blessing” by Imtiaz Dharker, this includes assessment materials to evaluate students’ understanding and appreciation of the poem’s cultural context and themes.
Introduction to the AQA English Language A Level Non Exam Assessment (NEA)
Includes format of investigation and ideas for students to discuss
Lesson on the AQA English Language A Level Non Exam Assessment (NEA)
Includes format of investigation and a clear breakdown of what to for the title, aims and introduction with exemplars for students
Methodology lesson to the AQA English Language A Level Non Exam Assessment (NEA)
Includes format of methodology and ideas for students to discuss with exemplars
Analysis section of the AQA English Language A Level Non Exam Assessment (NEA)
Includes format of analysis and ideas for students to discuss with exemplars
Lesson 17 of The Great Gatsby scheme of work for A Level English.
This lesson focuses on final revision.
The Great Gatsby A Level English Literature Scheme of Work covering 20 lessons that work through the entire novel and focus on key extracts.
The scheme covers:
An introduction into covering the whole novel and narrative theories.
Context and key themes such as decadence and materialism.
Role of the narrator.
Key settings in The Great Gatsby.
The use of characterisation.
Timed essay structures and opportunity to feedback and improve.
The Great Gatsby A Level English Literature Scheme of Work covering 20 lessons that work through the entire novel and focus on key extracts.
The scheme covers:
An introduction into covering the whole novel and narrative theories.
Context and key themes such as decadence and materialism.
Role of the narrator.
Key settings in The Great Gatsby.
The use of characterisation.
Timed essay structures and opportunity to feedback and improve.
Dive into an immersive learning experience with our “Year 7 Term 1 Workbook.” This comprehensive resource is meticulously crafted to support Year 7 students in mastering key literacy and comprehension skills through engaging and thought-provoking activities.
Key Features:
Chapter-Based Learning: The workbook is structured around chapters, each accompanied by captivating excerpts from “Why the Whales Came” by Michael Morpurgo. This approach helps students develop their reading and analytical skills progressively.
Interactive Activities: Each chapter includes a variety of tasks such as map reading, character analysis, creative writing, and persuasive letter writing. These activities are designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and comprehension.
Historical Context: Students explore the historical backdrop of World War I, enhancing their understanding of the narrative and its significance. Activities prompt them to connect historical events with the storyline, deepening their engagement.
Skill Development: The workbook focuses on essential literacy skills, including summarising, predicting, analysing characters, and understanding figurative language. These exercises are tailored to meet the needs of Year 7 students, ensuring a solid foundation for future learning.
Creative Expression: Students are encouraged to express their creativity through tasks like drawing characters, writing newspaper articles, and inventing secret languages. This variety ensures that every student finds something to ignite their imagination.
Persuasive Writing: With exercises on writing letters to MPs and creating persuasive speeches, students practice constructing logical arguments and using rhetorical devices, preparing them for more advanced writing tasks.
Empathy and Ethical Thinking: Activities such as writing letters of hope and discussing the ethics of whale hunting help students develop empathy and ethical reasoning, fostering a well-rounded perspective.
Comprehensive Evaluation: Each chapter concludes with reflective tasks and evaluations, allowing students to consolidate their learning and teachers to assess their progress effectively.
Why Choose Our Workbook?
• Engaging Content: The use of a popular novel keeps students interested and motivated.
• Skill Integration: Combines literacy, history, and creative skills for a holistic learning experience.
• Customisable: Teachers can adapt activities to suit the individual needs of their students.
Transform your classroom with this dynamic and enriching resource. The “Year 7 Term 1 Workbook” is your gateway to a successful and stimulating academic term.
Dive into the intriguing world of Elizabethan literature with “Unraveling the Mystery of Shakespeare’s Authorship,” an engaging educational resource designed for secondary school students. This comprehensive guide challenges the widely accepted notion that William Shakespeare of Stratford wrote his famed plays and poems.
Through a series of thought-provoking tasks and activities, students will explore alternative theories suggesting that Christopher Marlowe or Edward De Vere, the 17th Earl of Oxford, might be the true authors. Featuring detailed information sheets, interactive media, and critical thinking exercises, this resource fosters analytical skills and a deeper understanding of Elizabethan history and literature.
Perfect for classroom use, “Unraveling the Mystery of Shakespeare’s Authorship” inspires curiosity and debate, encouraging students to form their own conclusions about one of literature’s greatest mysteries. Engage with historical contexts, evaluate compelling arguments, and become a literary detective in this captivating journey through time.
Full Scheme of Work - perfect to prepare students to move on to GCSE level analysis.
Complete scheme that contains Power Points, reference to key scenes and worksheets.
Covers creative writing, speaking and listening and language analysis.
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