A fun, engaging 11+ style character comprehension** lesson** (or two lessons) based around an extract from Roald Dahl’s “Boy”; all about the character of Captain Hardcastle. Includes: Powerpoint to accompany lesson Link to Wordwall Quiz (free, bespoke for this lesson) Word document with extract plus 18 comprehension questions (and answer sheet) 2 longer PEE style questions with suggested answers included Teaching tips Creative writing task (on powerpoint) as extension

A full 13+ practice paper using an extract from “Northanger Abbey”, along with a fun, detailed and engaging Power Point (with a range of slides to make it adaptable for medium to higher attaining students); links to published, free WordWall quiz; slides guiding students through the process of answering 13+ style questions. Would also suit GCSE style reading comprehension for higher attaining students and international students learning classic English Literature. Revises Gothic conventions and includes comparison of book covers with paintings contemporary to Austen - so activities to suit all learning styles.

A fantastic way to teach Qu.3 of AQA’s Paper 1 English Language using “Jaws” extract, film clip and all the key vocabulary students need. A full lesson (or sometimes two) in a Power Point which contains an iceberg starter, links to the film clip, full extract and writing prompts to guide students towards a high grade GCSE Qu. 3 response. Always engages reluctant learners and can be adapted for higher attaining students; a really easy way to visually demonstrate how the shift in narrative perspective can create incredible tension in a scene!

A complete 11+ style paper using an exciting passage from Susan Hill’s “The Woman in Black”, including the paper and an accompanying power point with answers in the notes. Also a slide linked to a fun starter WordWall quiz which I’ve published, and so is free and easy to find. Guidance included on how to use PEE to answer longer comprehension questions, so could be used as a whole class lesson, or with individual students. Fun and exciting way to teach structure, too, with a tension graph charting the moment Arthur Kipps walks towards things that go “bump” in the night!

A one-off 11+ style Reading and Writing practice paper, written for a lower ability EAL student who is keen to do well. Includes starter word search with key vocabulary, full paper and answer sheet. The combination of multiple-choice and written questions should help any student practice both reading comprehension and written responses, using a classic piece of English literature that is accessible and enjoyable.

A series of reading comprehensions written to support a low ability EAL student studying for his 11+. Questions designed to be relatively straightforward with a mix of multiple choice and “Explain” style answers. Suitable for a stand-alone cover lesson as a comprehension exercise for KS2 or KS3. All have WordWall quizzes which I’ve published so they’re free if you search for them! Designed to build confidence, enjoyment and engagement!

Using an extract from “Northanger Abbey” (from a 13+ paper) these lessons explore the conventions of the Gothic novel, as well as Austen’s use of satire. Also a slide which explores the origins of the term “Gothic” too, great it you’re teaching a unit on Gothic literature Links to embedded videos, as well as WordWall quizzes are included - along with an original set of multiple choice questions I wrote for weaker students to check understanding of the passage. Fantastic for longer analysis questions for 13+, GCSE Language (Paper 1 if AQA) and GCSE Literature, and completely **self contained. **

A fully resourced, tried and tested fun and engaging lesson on how writers use structure to create suspense. Uses the brilliant short story “ClickClack the RattleBag” by Neil Gaiman, inspired by material from the equally brilliant EMC. Includes: **Link to the author reading the story at Halloween in the New York City Library. ** Link to free WordWall Quiz quick starter Three quick mysteries to solve to encourage students to PAY attention to detail (crucial to the story!!) Fun creative writing task (can be as alternative starter) *** PowerPoint for whole lesson (possibly two)** Reading comprehension & answers Scaffolded tasks about structure (perfect for KS4 revision, or an intro to structure at KS3) Whole story text (Word Doc)

A fully resourced, fun and differentiated set of 11+ style reading comprehension lessons incl. PPTs & full text of ‘Fiend of the Fens’ / anwersheet. A sequence of 3 lessons, designed to engage in a fun and original way - each one also linked to my published (free) quizzes on WordWall. Perfect for teaching KS2/ KS3 stand alone cover or reading comprehension!