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Othello by William Shakespeare Act 1 Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts
Enhance your study of Act 1 of Othello with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities.
With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the play. From Othello’s first encounters with Desdemona to the exploration of Iago’s deceptive machinations, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling.
This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 1. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching William Shakespeare’s Othello.
The download includes the following:
★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 1
★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces.
Some examples of the prompts include:
➤ Write a diary entry from Iago’s perspective, which explores his true feelings about Othello, his need for revenge, and his plan of action.
➤ Write a letter from Roderigo to Desdemona expressing his feelings towards her and his emotions after learning about her elopement with Othello.
Othello by William Shakespeare Act 2 Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts
Enhance your study of Act 2 of Othello with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities.
With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the play. From Othello’s growing trust in Iago to the evolving dynamics between Desdemona and Cassio, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling.
This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 2. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching William Shakespeare’s Othello.
The download includes the following:
★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 2
★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces.
Some examples of the prompts include:
➤ Write a letter from Cassio to Othello, in which he expresses his remorse for the events during the celebration. Explore Cassio’s emotions, his desire to regain Othello’s trust, and his plans to do so.
➤ Write a newspaper article reporting the incident during the celebration in Cyprus. Include quotes from eyewitnesses and reactions to Cassio’s dismissal.
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To Kill a Mockingbird Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts Bundle
Immerse your students in Harper Lee’s timeless novel To Kill a Mockingbird with our comprehensive post-reading creative prompts bundle. Delve into the intricacies of this thought-provoking tale with meticulously crafted prompts, designed to ignite creativity, deepen literary exploration, and enhance language learning through classic literature.
Engage your students with 140 stimulating prompts in total, covering various themes and pivotal moments in the novel. Whether used for writing assessments, homework tasks, extension activities, cover lessons, or differentiated learning, these prompts are perfect for inspiring insightful reflections and enriching comprehension of the book’s themes and characters.
Tailored for English classrooms, this bundle provides a versatile toolkit for educators eager to captivate their students with Lee’s compelling narrative. Don’t miss out on this essential resource to elevate your teaching of To Kill a Mockingbird.
Othello by William Shakespeare Act 4 Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts
Enhance your study of Act 4 of Othello with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities.
With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the play. From Othello’s increasing descent into jealousy to the tragic unfolding of Iago’s deceitful plans, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling.
This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 4. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching William Shakespeare’s Othello.
The download includes the following:
★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 4
★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces.
Some examples of the prompts include:
➤ Write a diary entry from Desdemona’s perspective reflecting on the events and emotions she experienced in Act 4. Explore her feelings towards Othello, her confusion about his behavior, and her emotions about the accusations of infidelity.
➤ Write a letter from Bianca to Cassio expressing her feelings after the incident involving the handkerchief. Explore Bianca’s frustrations, emotions, and her perception of Cassio.
Othello by William Shakespeare Act 5 Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts
Enhance your study of Act 5 of Othello with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities.
With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the play. From the culmination of Othello’s tragic downfall to the ultimate revelations of Iago’s treachery, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling.
This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 5. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching William Shakespeare’s Othello.
The download includes the following:
★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 5
★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces.
Some examples of the prompts include:
➤ Write a diary entry from Roderigo’s perspective before he died. It should reflect on his involvement in Iago’s schemes and if he regrets his involvement.
➤ Write a newspaper article reporting on the deaths of Desdemona and Othello. It should include quotes from different characters and use emotive language throughout.
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Othello Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts Bundle
mmerse your students in William Shakespeare’s timeless play Othello with our comprehensive post-reading creative prompts bundle. Delve into the intricacies of this thought-provoking tale with meticulously crafted prompts, designed to ignite creativity, deepen literary exploration, and enhance language learning through classic literature.
Engage your students with 50 stimulating prompts in total, covering various themes and pivotal moments across the play’s five acts. Whether used for writing assessments, homework tasks, extension activities, cover lessons, or differentiated learning, these prompts are perfect for inspiring insightful reflections and enriching comprehension of the play’s themes and characters.
Tailored for English classrooms, this bundle provides a versatile toolkit for educators eager to captivate their students with Shakespeare’s compelling narrative. Don’t miss out on this essential resource to elevate your teaching of Othello.
Christmas Famous First Lines Creative Writing Prompts for Narrative Writing
Bring festive cheer and inspire creative writing in your classroom with these Christmas First Lines Creative Writing Prompts. This resource includes 25 engaging opening lines from classic Christmas stories and poems, designed to help students craft heartwarming holiday narratives. Journey through beloved works such as A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman, The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry, and many more timeless texts that capture the essence of the Christmas season. Ideal for use as writing assessments, starters, homework assignments, or cover lessons.
This download includes: ★ 25 creative first-line prompts with a hyperlinked master list (see below for a complete list of texts included) ★ Individual handouts for each prompt, allowing students space to draft their narratives
The first lines are drawn from:
★ Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
★ A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
★ A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore
★ The Grinch Who Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss
★ In the Bleak Midwinter by Christina Rossetti
★ The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry
★ The Greatest Gift by Philip Van Doren Stern
★ Miracle on 34th Street by Valentine Davies
★ The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum
★ Christmas Carol by Sara Teasdale
★ The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman
★ A Christmas Dream, and How It Came True by Louisa May Alcott
★ The Elves and the Shoemaker by The Brothers Grimm
★ Christmas at Red Butte by L.M. Montgomery
★ A Christmas Tree by Charles Dickens
★ A Kidnapped Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum
★ The Other Wise Man by Henry van Dyke
★ The Burglar’s Christmas by Willa Cather
★ The Tailor of Gloucester by Beatrix Potter
★ The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Andersen
★ Christmas at Thompson Hall by Anthony Trollope
★ Old Christmas by Washington Irving
★ The Dead by James Joyce
★ A County Christmas by Louisa May Alcott
★ A Christmas Memory by Truman Capote
Add a touch of magic to your classroom this holiday season with these inspiring prompts, perfect for bringing classic Christmas literature to life through student writing.
Winter Themed 5 Senses Worksheet for Descriptive Writing
Looking for a fun and engaging way to help your students develop their descriptive writing skills? Try our winter-themed 5 Senses Descriptive Writing Worksheets! This resource includes 15 worksheets, each featuring unique winter images designed to encourage students to identify and describe sensory details. These worksheets can be used as stand-alone tasks to build confidence in recognising sensory aspects of an image or as planning tools for longer descriptive pieces. Perfect for homework, paired or individual work, or cover lessons, these worksheets provide a creative and inspiring way for students to enhance their descriptive writing skills while embracing the winter season.
Christmas Themed 5 Senses Worksheet for Descriptive Writing
Looking for an engaging way to help your students develop their descriptive writing skills? Try our Christmas-themed 5 Senses Descriptive Writing Worksheets! This resource includes 15 worksheets, each featuring unique Christmas-related images designed to encourage students to identify and describe sensory details. These worksheets can be used as stand-alone tasks to build confidence in identifying sensory aspects of an image or as planning tools for longer descriptive pieces. Perfect for homework, paired or individual work, or cover lessons, these worksheets provide a creative and inspiring way for students to enhance their descriptive writing skills while enjoying the festive season.
A Christmas Carol Stave 2 Post-Reading Discussion Cards
Enhance your exploration of Stave 2 of A Christmas Carol with these engaging discussion cards, crafted specifically for English and Literature classrooms. Designed to foster insights into plot, theme, characters, language, and setting, these cards are ideal for sparking dynamic discussions in pairs, small groups, or as whole-class activities. Alternatively, they can be used as quick write prompts.
This download includes:
★ 32 Thought-Provoking Cards: A collection of carefully curated prompts that encourage critical thinking and textual analysis.
★ Easy-to-Print Format: Print four cards per page for convenient distribution, allowing for seamless integration into your lesson plans.
Examples of questions included:
➤ Which vision from the past do you think impacts Scrooge the most? Why?
➤ How does the setting in the various visions contribute to the mood of Stave 2?
➤ Do you feel sympathy for Scrooge after seeing the visions of his past? Why or why not?
Explore themes of greed, isolation, and redemption, and delve into the rich character dynamics in Stave 2 of Dickens’s timeless novella, A Christmas Carol. These cards are adaptable to various teaching styles, whether used for in-depth discussions, quick writes, or as prompts to further explore the story’s moral lessons.
A Christmas Carol Stave 1 Post-Reading Discussion Cards
Enhance your exploration of Stave 1 of A Christmas Carol with these engaging discussion cards, crafted specifically for English and Literature classrooms. Designed to foster insights into plot, theme, characters, language, and setting, these cards are perfect for sparking dynamic discussions in pairs, small groups, or as whole-class activities. Alternatively, they can be used as quick write prompts.
This download includes:
★ 32 Thought-Provoking Cards: A collection of carefully curated prompts that encourage critical thinking and textual analysis.
★ Easy-to-Print Format: Print four cards per page for convenient distribution, allowing for seamless integration into your lesson plans.
Examples of the questions included:
➤ What was your first impression of A Christmas Carol after reading Stave 1?
➤ Were there any moments in Stave 1 that shocked or surprised you? Explain your answer.
➤ What do you think of Fred’s role in Stave 1? How does he help develop Scrooge’s character?
Explore themes of greed, isolation, and redemption, and delve into the rich character dynamics in Stave 1 of Dickens’s timeless novella, A Christmas Carol. These cards are adaptable to various teaching styles, whether used for in-depth discussions, quick writes, or as prompts to further explore the story’s moral lessons.
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A Christmas Carol Stave Post-Reading Discussion Cards Bundle
Enhance your exploration of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens with this complete set of discussion cards, designed to spark meaningful conversations and foster a deeper understanding of the novel’s characters, themes, and language. Perfect for pair work, small group discussions, whole-class activities, or quick write prompts, these cards provide students with opportunities for critical thinking and textual analysis throughout every stave.
Bundle Includes:
★ Stave 1 Discussion Cards – Delve into first impressions of Scrooge, the initial themes of isolation and greed, and Dickens’s vivid descriptions with prompts that encourage reflection and discussion.
★ Stave 2 Discussion Cards – Examine Scrooge’s memories and the impact of the Ghost of Christmas Past’s visions on his character development, inviting students to consider themes of regret and lost opportunities.
★ Stave 3 Discussion Cards – Engage students in themes of generosity and compassion as they analyze the experiences shown by the Ghost of Christmas Present and reflect on Scrooge’s reactions.
★ Stave 4 Discussion Cards – Explore the sense of dread and foreboding with questions that delve into the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come’s warnings and Scrooge’s growing desperation to change his fate.
★ Stave 5 Discussion Cards – Reflect on Scrooge’s transformation, the theme of redemption, and the novel’s ultimate message with prompts that encourage students to discuss his newfound kindness and joy.
Each set includes:
★ 32 Thought-Provoking Cards per Stave – Carefully curated questions designed to prompt critical thinking, textual analysis, and personal connections with Dickens’s novella.
★ Easy-to-Print Format – Each card set is designed to print four cards per page, making it easy to distribute and integrate into lessons.
Key Features:
➤ Comprehensive Analysis: Covers each stave in detail, ensuring students develop a complete understanding of the story’s progression and themes.
➤ Flexible Use: Ideal for discussions, quick writes, or reflection activities, these cards adapt to various classroom settings and learning needs.
➤ Engaging and Interactive: Encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and personal connections to Dickens’s work.
➤ Time-Saving Preparation: Ready-to-use and easy to print, these cards offer a seamless addition to your lesson plans.
Bring the classic tale of A Christmas Carol to life with this all-encompassing bundle of discussion cards, designed to make each stave engaging, thought-provoking, and accessible. Download now to inspire lively discussions and deepen student understanding of Dickens’s timeless novella.
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A Christmas Carol Stave Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts Bundle
Inspire creativity and deepen comprehension with this A Christmas Carol Stave Creative Writing Prompts Bundle. Designed to enhance each stave of Charles Dickens’s classic novella, this bundle encourages students to explore the novel’s rich characters, themes, and moral lessons through imaginative writing tasks. Perfect for starters, homework, writing assessments, and cover lessons, these prompts offer an engaging way to reinforce critical thinking, empathy, and literary analysis.
Bundle Includes:
★ Stave 1 Creative Writing Prompts – Explore initial impressions of Ebenezer Scrooge, his interactions, and the theme of isolation with a variety of thought-provoking prompts.
★ Stave 2 Creative Writing Prompts – Dive into Scrooge’s memories with prompts that encourage reflection on the Ghost of Christmas Past’s visions and their impact on Scrooge’s character.
★ Stave 3 Creative Writing Prompts – Encourage students to engage with themes of generosity and compassion as they reflect on Scrooge’s journey with the Ghost of Christmas Present.
★ Stave 4 Creative Writing Prompts – Invite students to explore the sense of foreboding and the consequences of Scrooge’s actions as he witnesses future events with the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.
★ Stave 5 Creative Writing Prompts – Reflect on themes of redemption and transformation with prompts that allow students to consider Scrooge’s newfound kindness and joy.
Each set includes:
★ 10 Creative Writing Prompts per Stave – Tailored for each stave, these prompts range from diary entries and letters to monologues and imaginative scenarios, helping students express insights while strengthening their understanding.
★ Individual Handouts for Each Prompt – Provides students with dedicated space for writing, making these easy to distribute for classwork or homework.
Key Features:
➤ Comprehensive Coverage: Encourages reflection on each stave, providing a thorough exploration of the novella.
➤ Differentiated Learning: Allows students to choose their own prompts or for teachers to assign specific tasks, catering to varied abilities.
➤ Engaging and Thought-Provoking: Promotes empathy, creative thinking, and personal connections to Dickens’s themes.
➤ Minimal Preparation: Ready-to-use handouts save time and integrate easily into any lesson plan.
Help your students gain deeper insights into A Christmas Carol with this imaginative and interactive writing bundle. Download now to foster creativity and critical thinking in every stave of Dickens’s timeless story.
A Christmas Carol Stave 3 Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts
Enhance your A Christmas Carol lesson plans with these engaging and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Perfect for a variety of classroom activities—such as starters, homework, writing assessments, and cover lessons—these prompts help students deepen their understanding and analysis of Dickens’s classic novel. Focusing on characters, themes, and concepts like forgiveness and greed, these writing prompts encourage critical thinking and imaginative expression.
This download includes:
★ A list of all 10 prompts for Stave 3
★ Individual handouts for each prompt, giving students space to develop their responses
Examples of prompts:
➤ Imagine you are Bob Cratchit. Write a diary entry about your Christmas dinner, spending time with your family, and how you feel about going to work tomorrow.
➤ Write an inner monologue from Tiny Tim’s perspective, describing his experiences during Christmas dinner and his thoughts on the spirit of Christmas.
With a range of prompts, students can select their own challenge, or you can assign one to suit different levels, enabling easy differentiation. This valuable resource is ideal for teaching A Christmas Carol in English or literature lessons, helping students gain a deeper insight into Stave 3. These writing prompts are sure to be a classroom favourite!
A Christmas Carol Stave 2 Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts
Enhance your A Christmas Carol lesson plans with these engaging and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Ideal for a variety of classroom activities—such as starters, homework, writing assessments, and cover lessons—these prompts help students deepen their understanding and analysis of Dickens’s classic novel. With a focus on characters, themes, and concepts like forgiveness and greed, these writing prompts encourage critical thinking and imaginative expression.
This download includes:
★ A list of all 10 prompts for Stave 2
★ Individual handouts for each prompt, providing space for students to write their responses
Examples of prompts:
➤ Write a letter from Scrooge to his younger self, reflecting on the memories and scenes shown to him by the Ghost of Christmas Past.
➤ Create a short story from the perspective of Scrooge’s sister, Fan, recounting the moment when she brought young Scrooge home for good.
With a range of prompts, students can choose their own challenge, or you can select one to suit different levels, allowing for easy differentiation. This valuable resource is perfect for teaching A Christmas Carol in English or literature lessons, helping students gain deeper insights into Stave 2. These writing prompts are sure to be a classroom favourite!
A Christmas Carol Stave 5 Post-Reading Creative Writing Prompts
Enhance your A Christmas Carol lesson plans with these engaging and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Perfect for a variety of classroom activities—such as starters, homework, writing assessments, and cover lessons—these prompts help students deepen their understanding and analysis of Dickens’s classic novel. With a focus on characters, themes, and concepts like forgiveness and greed, these writing prompts encourage critical thinking and imaginative expression.
This download includes:
★ A list of all 10 prompts for Stave 5
★ Individual handouts for each prompt, providing space for students to write their responses
Examples of prompts:
➤ Write a letter from Scrooge to Bob Cratchit, apologising for his past behaviour and explaining the changes he intends to make in the workplace.
➤ Create a short story from the perspective of the young boy sent to buy the prize turkey for Scrooge, exploring his thoughts and experiences as he completes the task.
With a range of prompts, students can choose their own challenge, or you can assign one to suit different levels, allowing for easy differentiation. This valuable resource is ideal for teaching A Christmas Carol in English or literature lessons, helping students gain deeper insights into Stave 5. These writing prompts are sure to be a classroom favourite!
A Christmas Carol Stave 3 Post-Reading Discussion Cards
Enhance your exploration of Stave 3 of A Christmas Carol with these engaging discussion cards, crafted specifically for English and Literature classrooms. Designed to foster insights into plot, theme, characters, language, and setting, these cards are perfect for sparking dynamic discussions in pairs, small groups, or as whole-class activities. Alternatively, they can be used as quick write prompts.
This download includes:
★ 32 Thought-Provoking Cards: A collection of carefully curated prompts that encourage critical thinking and textual analysis.
★ Easy-to-Print Format: Print four cards per page for convenient distribution, allowing for seamless integration into your lesson plans.
Examples of questions included:
➤ What techniques does Dickens use in Stave 3 to keep the reader engaged and interested in the story?
➤ How does the Ghost of Christmas Present’s appearance and behaviour reflect the themes of generosity and joy?
➤ What themes are present in Stave 3, and how do they contribute to the story’s overall message?
Explore themes of greed, isolation, and redemption, and delve into the rich character dynamics in Stave 3 of Dickens’s timeless novella, A Christmas Carol. These cards are adaptable to various teaching styles, whether used for in-depth discussions, quick writes, or as prompts for further exploration of the story’s moral lessons.
A Christmas Carol Stave 5 Post-Reading Discussion Cards
Enhance your exploration of Stave 5 of A Christmas Carol with these engaging discussion cards, crafted specifically for English and Literature classrooms. Designed to foster insights into plot, theme, characters, language, and setting, these cards are perfect for sparking dynamic discussions in pairs, small groups, or as whole-class activities. Alternatively, they can be used as quick write prompts.
This download includes:
★ 32 Thought-Provoking Cards: A collection of carefully curated prompts that encourage critical thinking and textual analysis.
★ Easy-to-Print Format: Print four cards per page for convenient distribution, allowing for seamless integration into your lesson plans.
Examples of questions included:
➤ Is A Christmas Carol still relevant today? How does its message apply to modern life?
➤ How does the setting in Stave 5 contribute to the story’s resolution and mood?
➤ What do you think is the purpose of A Christmas Carol, and how is this purpose achieved by the end of the story?
Explore themes of greed, isolation, and redemption, and delve into the rich character dynamics in Stave 5 of Dickens’s timeless novella, A Christmas Carol. These cards are adaptable to various teaching styles, whether used for in-depth discussions, quick writes, or as prompts for further exploration of the story’s moral lessons.
A Christmas Carol Stave 4 Post-Reading Discussion Cards
Enhance your exploration of Stave 4 of A Christmas Carol with these engaging discussion cards, crafted specifically for English and Literature classrooms. Designed to foster insights into plot, theme, characters, language, and setting, these cards are perfect for sparking dynamic discussions in pairs, small groups, or as whole-class activities. Alternatively, they can be used as quick write prompts.
This download includes:
★ 32 Thought-Provoking Cards: A collection of carefully curated prompts that encourage critical thinking and textual analysis.
★ Easy-to-Print Format: Print four cards per page for convenient distribution, allowing for seamless integration into your lesson plans.
Examples of questions included:
➤ How does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come help Scrooge understand the consequences of his actions?
➤ What does Scrooge’s plea for a chance to change his ways reveal about his character development?
➤ In what ways does Dickens create a sense of dread and foreboding in Stave 4?
Explore themes of greed, isolation, and redemption, and delve into the rich character dynamics in Stave 4 of Dickens’s timeless novella, A Christmas Carol. These cards are adaptable to various teaching styles, whether used for in-depth discussions, quick writes, or as prompts for further exploration of the story’s moral lessons.
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Interactive Bingo Revision Game
Boost student engagement and reinforce key concepts from Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol with this entertaining and educational bingo game! Specifically tailored for novel review, this resource includes 34 carefully designed bingo cards, a customizable blank template for personalised use, and a detailed call sheet with teacher instructions. Whether used as a single-use printout or laminated for repeated sessions, this bingo game provides a dynamic and effective way to solidify understanding, helping students prepare for end-of-unit assessments, tests, or exams.
This download includes:
★ 34 bingo cards
★ A blank bingo card template for customisation
★ A call sheet with teacher instructions
Bring a festive and engaging atmosphere to your classroom—download now and add an exciting twist to your A Christmas Carol review sessions!