★Decode Fake News: Media Literacy Reading Comprehension Pack for KS3/4, GCSE English, and Functional Skills! Empower your students with the essential skills to critically navigate today’s information landscape with this compelling “Decode Fake News” Reading Comprehension Pack. Tailored for KS3/4, GCSE English, and Functional Skills, this resource is designed to foster comprehension, critical thinking, and media literacy. Key Features: ► Engaging Article: Delve into a thought-provoking article that explores the definitions, motivations, causes, and impacts of fake news. Ideal for sparking meaningful discussions and raising awareness. ► Comprehensive Worksheet: Challenge students with a meticulously crafted worksheet that prompts critical thinking and comprehension. Perfect for form time, English lessons, or as part of a dedicated media literacy curriculum. ► Versatile Use: Suitable for various educational settings, this pack facilitates in-depth discussions on the challenges of misinformation, making it an excellent addition to form time or English lessons. ► Answer Key Included: Streamline assessment with included answers, allowing for easy evaluation of student responses and providing valuable insights into their understanding. Key Features: • Empower Critical Thinking: Equip students with the skills to critically analyze information and discern between credible and misleading content. •Meaningful Discussions: Spark thought-provoking discussions on the impact of fake news, promoting awareness and media literacy. •Aligned with Curriculum: Ideal for KS3/4, GCSE English, and Functional Skills, ensuring relevance and appropriateness for a wide range of learners. Prepare your students to navigate the complexities of the digital age with confidence. Download the “Decode Fake News” Reading Comprehension Pack now to ignite insightful conversations and cultivate media literacy skills! ❤❤

An easy to use reading comprehension pack with a 3 page article on Easter Around The world and a set of questions to test comprehension skills. This activity focuses the origins of Easter and how is celebrated around the world. It can be used in form time as part of literacy focus, in an English lesson for KS3/4 GCSE comprehension teaching or for Functional Skills English It is interesting, useful, very easy to use and a good way to delve into the global impact of Easter and explore how different societies and cultures celebrate. Did you know, for example, that Good Friday in German reads as Karfreitag? “Karas” being old German for mourn or grieve, which translates as “Grieving Friday.” Answer sheet included

“Unravel the Debate: Is Writing Fake News a Crime?” Ignite critical discussions in your GCSE English and Functional Skills Level 1 and 2 classrooms with this compelling discussion pack! Tackling the thought-provoking issue of whether writing fake news should be considered a crime, this resource comprises a vibrant PowerPoint and four strategically crafted worksheets. ➤Key Features: ★Engaging PowerPoint: Stimulate debate with a visually captivating presentation, encouraging students to explore the complexities of the question. ★Discussion Worksheets: Equip learners with tools for comprehensive planning and thoughtful argumentation, featuring a ‘For and Against,’ ‘Action Plan,’ ‘The Big Debate,’ and ‘What Do You Think’ sheets. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ➤Why Discuss Fake News as a Crime? In an era of information overload, cultivating media literacy and ethical journalism is essential. This pack offers a platform to delve into the implications of creating misleading content. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ➤ Ideal for Various Learning Levels: Tailored for GCSE English and Functional Skills Level 1 and 2, this resource adapts seamlessly to different learning needs, fostering a rich discussion regardless of proficiency level. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ➤ Encourage Expressive Learning: Guide your students through planning, debating, and forming opinions with the structured worksheets, making discussions interactive and empowering. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ➤ Download Now for a Riveting Discussion: Facilitate meaningful conversations about the ethics of fake news creation. Download the “Should Writing Fake News Be Considered A Crime?” discussion pack now to engage your class in a dialogue that transcends the classroom walls. ❤❤

This Burns Night word search is a great way to explore the different traditions and ideas associated with Burns Night. Use each word as a theme to explore with your class. You can talk about poetry, bagpipes and even haggis! The Burns Night word search will create an interest in the topic and inspire your teaching. Plus, the colourful illustrations bring the topic to life so children can engage more with event. Team the activity up with my Burns Night Presentation https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/robert-burns-and-burns-night-lesson-assembly-presentation-12049874

Spark lively debates with this ‘Should Mobile Phones Be Banned from Schools’ Discussion Pack! Tailored for GCSE English and Functional Skills Level 1 & 2, this resource features a vibrant PowerPoint to encourage debate and four worksheets to help learners plan their discussion points. The pack includes a ★Powerpoint Presentation ★’For and Against’ sheet ★’Personal Opinion’ sheet ★The Big Debate’ shee ★’What Do You Think’ sheet Download now to foster engaging discussions in your classroom.

Suitable for GCSE English A complete lesson to talk about the 1930s depression and dust bowl and link it to Of Mice and Men Contains 1 xThe Effects of Unemployment Worksheet OMAM 1 xWhat Am I Thinking Worksheet 1 x18 slide Context of Mice and Men Powerpoint

★Explore the fascinating lives of the Brontë sisters on Anne Brontë’s birthday or any special occasion! This newspaper-style article offers a captivating glimpse into the worlds of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë, accompanied by a worksheet with comprehension and extension questions. ★Ideal for KS3/KS4 English and English Literature, this activity enhances understanding of the Brontës’ lives and their literary impact.

★ Ignite Critical Thinking with “Is Social Media Bad for Us?” Discussion Pack! Empower your GCSE English and Functional Skills Levels 1 & 2 students with this thought-provoking resource! Foster insightful discussions and hone critical thinking skills using the engaging PowerPoint for debate and structured worksheet. ★ Key Features: ➤Engaging PowerPoint: Spark dynamic discussions with a visually appealing presentation that dives deep into the question, “Is Social Media Bad for Us?” ➤Discussion Structuring Worksheet: Equip students with a thoughtful framework to organize and articulate their points during the debate. ★ Why It Matters: Social media’s impact is a pertinent topic, and discussing its pros and cons encourages students to think critically, articulate opinions, and build essential communication skills. ★Ideal for GCSE English & Functional Skills: Tailored for GCSE English and Functional Skills Levels 1 & 2, this resource aligns with curriculum goals while nurturing valuable analytical abilities. ★ Unlock Insightful Discussions: Encourage students to express opinions, consider multiple perspectives, and refine their argumentative skills through guided debates on the effects of social media. ★ Download Now for Engaging Conversations: Elevate your classroom discussions with this “Is Social Media Bad for Us?” Discussion Pack. Download now to inspire thoughtful conversations and empower your students to think critically in the digital age!❤❤ Stay connected for fresh resources, freebies, and blog posts. Follow me on Twitter

A simple 1 page activity sheet for use with KS2 students to help them understand verbs.Also useful for Entry Level Functional Skills Literacy students

There, they’re and their Worksheet with answers. Suitable for Key Stage 2 English and Functional Skills Level 1 and Level 2 A worksheet to enable learners to practice spelling common homophones correctly in the right contexts. The homophones used are there, they’re and their. Answers included