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.
Lesson 1 of The Great Gatsby scheme of work for A Level English.
This lesson covers the story, narrative and plot of the novel.
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.
Lesson 8 of The Great Gatsby scheme of work for A Level English.
This lesson consolidates learning so far.
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.
Lesson 4 of The Great Gatsby scheme of work for A Level English.
This lesson covers Nick as the narrator.
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.
Lesson 15 of The Great Gatsby scheme of work for A Level English.
This lesson focuses on endings in the novel.
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.
Lesson 4 of the transactional writing scheme of work. This lesson covers how students can write an informal letter home.
This scheme of work uses the idea of bootcamps to get the students to think about transactional writing like writing informal letters to friends, family and a formal letter to the Prime Minister. There is also opportunity to debate and use hot seating for formulating their arguments.
Layout, advice and features are all covered in this scheme of work.
Lesson 3 of the transactional writing scheme of work. This lesson covers how students can start to organise their ideas either for or against bootcamps in the UK.
This scheme of work uses the idea of bootcamps to get the students to think about transactional writing like writing informal letters to friends, family and a formal letter to the Prime Minister. There is also opportunity to debate and use hot seating for formulating their arguments.
Layout, advice and features are all covered in this scheme of work.
A 14+ slide Powerpoint, covering 3 to 4 lessons, on the poem ‘James Honeyman’ with analysis of the structure, language and the form.
A range of handouts help secure understanding of this challenging poem.
A 14+ slide Powerpoint, covering 3 to 4 lessons, on the poem ‘Victor’ with analysis of the structure, language and the form.
A range of handouts help secure understanding of this challenging poem.
A workbook suitable for revision for key characters from the novel.
The character plans cover:
Ralph
Jack
Piggy
Roger
Simon
Samneric
Each character plan gives an example introduction and conclusion as well as 3 example paragraphs with key themes and key quotes.
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas Full Scheme of Work covering over 150 slides.
This full SoW covers the entire novel and each chapter is broken down for you to work with your students. Each lesson includes a starter, a range of tasks linked to the chapter being read and a suitable plenary.
There's a range of research tasks for the students to investigate the events linked to the novel. The end of unit assessment is a review and there is a range of slides that explain what is needed for a successful review.
Everything is planned for you and you can pick it up and go.
A 17 slide Powerpoint, covering 3 to 4 lessons, on the poem Musée des Beaux Arts with analysis of the structure, language and the form.
A range of handouts help secure understanding of this challenging poem.
Lesson 8 of the Lord of the Flies Scheme of Work.
This lesson focuses on Piggy and his role on the island and his significance to key themes.
There are key quotes embedded for students to analyse.
Lesson 7 of the Lord of the Flies Scheme of Work.
This lesson focuses on Ralph and the idea of power and despotism.
There are key quotes embedded for students to analyse.
Lesson 3 of a Scheme of Work for View from the Bridge.
This lesson covers Eddie Carbone in the play.
Extracts taken from the play are added for students to analyse as they work through the play. There are a range of tasks for the students to work on as they read through the play.
Suitable for GCSE Literature and can be developed for A Level study of this classic text.
This resource is a comprehensive set of lesson plans centred around exploring the impact and portrayal of significant figures in sports, with a specific focus on football. The lessons aim to enhance both substantive and procedural knowledge strands in students, and are tailored to suit the UK secondary school curriculum.
Teachers will find this resource invaluable for multiple reasons:
Addresses contemporary figures like Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Chloe Kelly, and Alex Scott, ensuring student engagement.
Integrates Information Retrieval, Craft of the Writer, and Evaluation as key skills, aligning with KS3 English.
In-depth coverage of subject terminology like adjectives, adverbs, verbs, similes, and metaphors.
Flexibility to adapt to different learning environments, be it traditional classrooms or online learning platforms.
Each lesson plan includes:
Lesson Question: Engages students in critical thinking and prompts focused inquiry.
ARE/Procedural Knowledge Strand: Aligns with curriculum standards.
Substantive Knowledge: Details facts, rules, and background context to anchor the discussion.
Subject Disciplinary/Procedural Knowledge: Aids in understanding how to approach the subject matter methodically and analytically.
By the end of this module, students will be adept at information retrieval, evaluation, and crafting cohesive arguments, fortified by a rich understanding of language and terminology. Ideal for English and Humanities departments, this resource offers a modern, evidence-informed approach to learning.
Delve into the intricate world of Language Change with this holistic lesson set tailored for the AQA English Language A Level. Created with precision and a deep understanding of the curriculum, this resource guides students through the historical evolution and transformation of the English language, seamlessly aligned with UK secondary school standards.
Key Features:
AQA-Specific: Meticulously curated to align with the Language Change requirements of the AQA English Language A Level.
Evidence-Based Pedagogy: Lessons grounded in research, ensuring effective teaching methodologies and accurate content.
Comprehensive Coverage: Tackles the nuances of historical linguistic shifts, sociolinguistic factors, and the future trajectory of language change.
Classroom Ready: Includes engaging activities, multimedia resources, and assessment tools to foster student participation and understanding.
Time-Efficient: Streamlines lesson planning with ready-to-use content, allowing teachers more time for direct student engagement.
Customisable: Flexible content that can be adjusted based on class needs and dynamics.
For UK secondary school educators committed to delivering a profound understanding of Language Change, this lesson set is a gold standard resource. Enhance classroom discussions, foster critical thinking, and prepare students for academic success with this invaluable toolkit.