2 lessons that analyses the use of sarcasm and humour in Bill Bryson's A walk in the woods. Created as part of a Travel Writing scheme- my class found this extract and both lessons great and because they genuinely felt the humour from the extract- analysis was easier. Complete with extract, peer assessment and discussion sections.

2 whole lessons that explores the Gothic Literature classic- Dracula complete with a lesson that introduces Dracula: complete with creative writing, contextual links, extract to analyse, structure grid, model answer for the question "How does Bram Stoker create tension?" differentiated activities and self-assessment. The second lesson explores How Bram Stoker uses setting in an extract- complete with extract to analyse and a group supported section on writing an answer to the question "How does Bram Stoker use description to present the setting in Dracula?"

This lesson covers two hours looking at 2 of the most famous speeches of Winston Churchill. Originally taught at high ability KS3 it can also be used at KS4 in preparation for the speaking and listening assessment. The lesson includes: -Printed versions of the speech -Context of W.Churchill -Group work- annotations of the speeches -Teacher grid of techniques and effects used in the speeches - Supported sentence starters to enable students to answer the GCSE styled question "How is persuasive language used to show the writer's opinion of war?" -A YouTube clip linking to the speeches -Peer assessment

This lesson was taught to a year 8 mixed ability class whilst studying the poems from other cultures. This lesson is adaptable to use and provides pupils with a model example, pre-teaching tasks and the opportunity to answer a GCSE styled question through differentiated support.

A lesson that explores the use of first person which includes the use of first person with a task that looks at the use of first person in the wonder trailer- youtube link attached. It also allows students to use first person themselves by comparing their first day to the main characters and a supported answer to the question "How does the writer use first person perspective to allow the reader to imagine August's first day?"

This lesson explores how structure is used in the story looking at a particular extract. The lesson covers the structure techniques and effects used in the extract (extract and revision sheet of techniques attached). Students are directed through a pre-analysed section of the extract of how to analyse the use of structure and then given the full extract to do this independently. The end result supports students in answering the GCSE styled question "How does Palacio use structure to influence the reader?"

A lesson originally created for a mixed ability year 9 class but can easily be adapted for your own class. This lesson explores the use of language in the character Havisham from Great Expectations. Taught as part of a 'History of the English Language topic" but can also be used as a great expectations scheme or other language analysis topic. -Context of Great Expectations/Charles Dickens -Creative writing from Havisham's perspective -YouTube clips to BBC adaptation -Extract - to annotate with class or individually -Model answer to the question "How does Dickens use language to present Miss Havisham?" -Supported sentence starters to enable students to answer the question -Peer assessment

This lesson explores imagery used in the poem Vultures by Chinua Achebe. The lesson explores: - The imagery of a vulture - A step to success ladder for GCSE poetry -Context of the poet - A YouTube link to the poem - The poem in text format - Exploration of key quotes linking to imagery - Steps to help students annotate the poem - A model answer - The question "How does the poet use imagery to create an effect on the reader?" -Peer assessment

This lesson explores the culture of the Caribbean and the poem Limbo by Kamau Brathwaite. The lesson looks at historical events that can have links to the poem, the linguistic meaning behind the title, a full annotation of the poem, a question based on how the themes are presented in the poem and a hot seat plenary.

A lesson that explores structure in Act 3 Scene 1 complete with a modern and original extract for students to annotate. Aimed at a high ability but could easily be adapted. The lesson also includes: A model answer Discussion tasks in pairs Progress checks of student's understanding The GCSE question: How is the extract structured to engage the audience?

Literature lesson with a focus on Gothic Literature and one of the original Gothic texts of all time- The Castle Of Otranto. The lesson includes creative writing, an extract from the text, detailed conventions of the Gothic horror literature genre, YouTube link,a model answer on how Walpole uses setting in the extract, supported statements for lower ability students and self-assessment.

This lesson offers an adaptable PowerPoint for analysing the poem ‘Eden Rock’ from the GCSE love and relationships anthology. It provides an analysis of key points from the poem, contextual information and a model answer in preparation of the students writing their own analysis in response to a GCSE question.

A lesson that lasts two-hours, taking students through the AQA exam (paper 2) which looks at writing for a purpose. This lesson reminds students of certain pointers and gives tips for the exam. The second hour allows students to have a go at writing/practicing.

A lesson that looks at the question 5 section B of language paper 1. Tips and strategies for answering the question are provided, how to plan their answer as well as looking at how they can include the highest ‘compelling’ boundary with time to consider ideas. This lesson was spread into two hours- moving through the powerpoint, allowing students to plan their answer and then write for 45-minutes.

2 introductory lessons for R.J Palacio's Wonder. Studied with a year 7 class which could be used for high ability year 6 students or low ability year 8 students. The lessons include information about the author, a task based around emotive impact of the story, analysis of the blurb, comprehension questions, tasks to lead to students learning their first impressions of the main character and a structured support to help students write their own response to the question "What are your first impressions of August's life?" -Images of the book cover to use as a mind-map for students included.

A lesson that explores how Shelley uses sympathy for the monster in Frankenstein by exploring in close detail the use of language in a particular extract (attached). The lesson aims to help students to create their own monsters in a narrative but create the same sense of sympathy. Complete with YouTube links, links to modern life, peer assessment and supported sentence starters for lower ability students.

This lesson explores the beginning of the Balcony Scene - Originally taught at an able group of year 8 students but can be used for different abilities/classes with minimal adaptation. The lesson includes: -Discussion around the themes of the play -Guided reading of the scene -A summary section on the scene -Guided skills for annotating the extract -The lesson then prepares the students to select from three different GCSE styled questions: 1. Explore how Shakespeare presents the theme of love between the two characters. 2.Explore how Shakespeare presents the character of Romeo, in this scene. 3.Explore how Shakespeare presents the character of Juliet, in this scene.

A lesson that explores the meeting of the star crossed lovers in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. This lesson was originally taught to an able year 8 class but can be adapted to any group. The lesson is packed with helping hand tasks for lower ability and challenge tasks for the more able. The lesson includes: -A starter activity that recaps student's understanding of the two main characters. -Discussion around the key term 'Sonnet' -Comprehension questions based on the extract of the characters meeting each other. -Differentiated questions based on this section of the play. -Analysis of the use of religious imagery (Language) -A supported language analysis to support student's response to the GCSE styled question "How does Shakespeare use language to portray Romeo and Juliet’s first meeting?" -Peer assessment

A lesson that would take 2 hours- exploring the use of structure in Act 2 Scene 1 and Beatrice's views towards marriage and men. Set for a more able group but can be easily adapted to a lower ability group. Lesson also includes: A grid of structural techniques An extract for students to annotate A teacher example of analysis aimed at structure A differentiated set of tasks aimed at students completing the GCSE question "How is structure/language used to show Beatrice's views on marriage?" A model answer An ending discussion topic.

This lesson was created as part of an observation which received positive feedback showing students had made good progress. Originally taught to a bottom set year 10 class. It could be adapted to reach a more able group or a higher ability group at KS3. The lesson begins with a creative writing starter based on the image of the ghost. Also included, a youtube clip showing ghost stories, extract of Marley's Ghost (focusing on the description), the same extract with 4 language techniques identified, a glossary, an exploration of the use of the imagery (Lobster), a model answer and a supported set of sentence openers for students to write their own answer to the question "How is language used to present Marley's Ghost"