An 11 slide PowerPoint on ‘The Gun’ by Vicki Feaver focusing on the poet herself, structure, language and tone as well as deeper meaning within the poem. Also includes a poetry study checklist and advice on how to approach reading a poem. For A/AS-level Edexcel - Poems of the Decade collection

A 14 slide lesson on the steps required to write a successful rant. Includes tips and advice as well as model RANT topics. Suitable for GCSE prep!

Engaging lesson on creative writing in which the students create a message in a bottle. Includes snippets of other writing to analyse for linguistic/structural techniques used for effect and to engage a reader. Includes interesting adjectives list and model written piece with questions for students to analyse. Suitable for KS2-KS3!

Engaging lesson on creative writing in which the students describe a journey into space. Includes snippets of other writing to analyse for linguistic/structural techniques used for effect and to engage a reader. Includes interesting adjectives list and model written piece with questions for students to analyse. Suitable for KS2-KS3!

A 43 slide Poetry Unit aimed at KS3 and lower attaining KS4 classes that covers different types of poems from the Haiku to the Lyric Ode including their structures. Includes: different structural/linguistic poetic devices. different types of poem and their structural ingredients. fun activities for students that can be completed in class or as homework. self-assessment success criteria for students assessment opportunities for teachers/parents/tutors engaging and interactive slide layouts Links to the English GCSE exam criteria

Comparative Poetry Essay Writing With structure and template Structure, tone, form and language comment examples Using quotes for reference Choosing a thesis statement MITSL strategy Conflict and Character & Voice for reference (AQA syllabus)

A 10 slide PowerPoint exploring ‘An Easy Passage’ by Julia Copus. Focus on language, structure and key themes. Also includes a poetry study checklist and advice on how to approach reading a poem. Suitable for Edexcel ‘Poems of the Decade’ collection. (AS/A-level poetry prep)

A PowerPoint on using deduction and inference. Based on visual YouTube clips for engagement before moving on to analysis of a written text. Fun and engaging for all years! Helps to really define the key terms 'deduction' and 'inference' and establish the ability to read between the lines and search for deeper meaning.

Engaging lesson on creative writing in which the students describe the experience of going camping Includes snippets of other writing to analyse for linguistic/structural techniques used for effect and to engage a reader. Includes interesting adjectives list and model written piece with questions for students to analyse. Suitable for KS2-KS3!

An Ofsted graded 'Outstanding' lesson on the opening chapter of TRASH by Andy Mulligan. This lesson encourages students to work independently, exploring language employed by the writer.

A PowerPoint covering the definitions and use of: Homophones Homographs Heteronyms It also covers the importance of good spelling and includes tasks for students to complete. Suitable for primary and secondary ages as well as as a whole school Literacy tool.

This bundle includes the PowerPoint, lesson plan for a top ability year 10 group and the resources for an Ofsted graded 'Outstanding' lesson aimed at helping students understand the criteria for attaining a Grade A and B at GCSE in Of Mice and Men (Controlled assessment 3a). It allows the teacher to act as a facilitator to the independent learning of students and is ideal for a KS4 class!

A 12 slide PowerPoint detailing the skills required to complete a successful speaking and listening presentation at GCSE level.

A 10 slide PowerPoint analysing language, symbolism and key themes within Armitage’s ‘Chainsaw Versus the Pampas Grass’. Includes questions to inspire independent analysis and thought. Also includes a poetry study checklist and advice on how to approach reading a poem. Suitable for AS and A level Literature.

An 11 slide PowerPoint exploring deeper meaning and language/structural techniques for each line in the poem including questions to promote students’ independent learning. Also includes a poetry study checklist and advice on how to approach reading a poem. For AS/A Level Post-2000 poetry

A 10 slide PowerPoint exploring the key themes and message for each stanza of ‘Poppies’ by Jane Weir with particular focus on the emotional journey of the mother within the poem. Also includes a poetry study checklist and advice on how to approach reading a poem.

Glossary of poetic terms for all key stages!

Handy classroom display for students to extend their vocabulary!

Suggested topics for argument writing, not the most controversial but certainly food for thought.