Two lessons which focus on the presentation of conflict in the Roald Dahl short story, ‘Lamb to the Slaughter’. A copy of the story is not included but can be easily obtained online. Prior knowledge of the Roald Dahl short story ‘Lamb to the Slaughter’ is required. In this lesson, students begin applying their understanding of the text and crafting What/How/Why paragraphs. Modelled samples and scaffolds are included. Suitable for a mixed ability year 8 group.

A bundle of resources that includes an analysis of Chapter 1 and mood, how Scout and Jem are presented in Ch. 1, an exploration of changes in attitude that focuses on Ch. 8, an analysis of Atticus Finch and writing from the perspective of Scout after the events of Ch. 9. There are sample of modelled writing included and a variety of discussion tasks. Suitable for a mixed ability year 8 class.

A series of resources aimed at developing writing skills across key stages 3 and 4. The language paper lessons focus on skills required for questions 1, 2 and 3 of paper 1 and 5 of both AQA language papers 1 and 2 while 'The Road' creative writing lesson focuses on using a film title as stimulus. Additional resources for question 3 of paper 2 now included.

A bundle that consists of extract analysis practice from texts such as A Midsummer Night's Dream, Oliver Twist and Coraline. The creative writing resources use images as a stimulus and are based on Victorian London, A Midsummer Night's Dream and developing tension in writing. There are also practice materials that prepare students for question 5 of the English Language papers 1 and 2 for GCSE. Suitable for higher ability year 7 or mixed ability year 8 groups.

A bundle consisting of a 12 lesson scheme of work on Oliver Twist for KS3 and 15 lessons of activities, broken up by Stave for A Christmas Carol for KS4. The Oliver Twist has both reading and descriptive writing assessment tasks, character extract analysis, model answers and a focus on conditions in the Victorian workhouse. There is also an emphasis on making comparisons and links between character and theme. Extracts are attached on the separate Word document. The scheme is suitable for a year 8 group or as a challenge for a year 7 class The Christmas Carol lessons include accompanying extracts, contextual notes, modelled examples and an exam process scaffold. Suitable for accompanying a read through of the text or as additional analysis for year 11.