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English Skills Baseline - Grammar, Writing, and Punctuation
Fifty-one multiple choice questions and one writing task designed to give you valuable insights into your students’ language abilities.
This test covers a range of topics including:
Basic Language Skills: This section assesses the students’ knowledge of the English language by testing their understanding of the alphabet, adjectives, verbs, nouns, adverbs, and connectives.
Sentence Structure Identification: This section tests the students’ ability to identify different types of sentences, including simple, compound, and complex sentences.
Noun Types and Modifiers: This section tests the students’ ability to identify collective nouns, plural nouns, fronted adverbials, expanded noun phrases, concrete nouns, and abstract nouns.
Figurative Language
This section tests the student’s understanding of figurative language, including similes, metaphors, personification, oxymorons, descriptive language, sensory details, alliteration, and assonance.
Punctuation Usage: This section tests the students’ knowledge of common punctuation symbols, such as full stops, question marks, exclamation marks, commas, quotation marks, and apostrophes.
Creative Writing Techniques: This section assesses the students’ ability to structure and organise their creative writing, as well as their ability to use different writing techniques to capture the reader’s attention.
Reading Comprehension
This section of the test helps you assess a student’s reading comprehension abilities. It can also help you to identify if your students may need additional support or instruction in this area. Additionally, this exercise can help you to gauge how well your students are able to extract and comprehend information from written material, which is an essential skill in many academic areas.
Creative Writing
This section is designed to help you assess your student’s ability to communicate their ideas in a clear and organised manner, their ability to engage and maintain the interest of the reader, and their ability to use appropriate grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. This information can help the you tailor your instruction to meet the needs of individual students and to help them improve their writing skills.
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Not only will this test help you identify areas where your students need additional support, but it also comes with a mark scheme that includes low, mid, and high-ability example answers for the writing section. This makes it easy for you to quickly evaluate your students’ work and track their progress over time.
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'Limbo' by Edward Kamau Brathwaite
This teaching resource centres on the poem ‘Limbo’ by Edward Kamau Brathwaite and aims to help students understand its content and create a personal response to it. The activities included involving examining a picture and producing questions, watching a video clip of the poem, identifying poetic devices, mind-mapping ideas, and writing a personal letter to a friend. The poem is based on the theme of the slave trade, and students are encouraged to explore their thoughts and feelings about it. This resource provides a comprehensive and engaging way to teach this important poem.
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Comprehensive Literacy Development Toolkit for 11-15-Year-Olds: English Skills Baseline, Sequential Teaching Approach, and Pupil Progress Tracker
This comprehensive literacy development toolkit has been designed for 11-15-year-olds and comprises of three crucial components: English Skills Baseline for Grammar, Writing, and Punctuation, a Sequential Teaching Approach, and a Pupil Progress Tracker. With this toolkit, teachers can aid students in developing and improving their language skills in a structured and organized manner. The sequential teaching approach ensures that students learn skills in a logical and incremental way, while the pupil progress tracker helps teachers monitor students’ progress and adjust their teaching strategies accordingly. This resource is a must-have for any teacher looking to enhance their students’ literacy skills.
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The Night of the Scorpion
Looking for an exciting and engaging lesson on poetry? Look no further than this lesson on “Night of the Scorpion”! This lesson is packed with a variety of activities to keep your students engaged and challenged. From using a dictionary to match words with their definitions to completing a true or false quiz and answering questions using PEE (point, evidence, explanation), your students will be actively learning and having fun. They’ll even get the chance to flex their creative muscles by designing a poster. This lesson can be tailored to different abilities and spread out over 2-3 sessions.
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Woman Work - Maya Angelou
Unlock the secrets of conveying mood and atmosphere in poetry with this exciting resource based on Maya Angelou’s powerful poem, “Woman Work”. Explore the poem’s setting, rhyme scheme, and shifting moods with a range of engaging tasks. Investigate how the use of different verbs affects the poem’s mood and atmosphere. Create your own mood board to showcase the contrasting emotions of the poem. With its innovative approach to poetry analysis and multiculturalism, this lesson is an essential tool for any aspiring poet or literary enthusiast.
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Poetry - Different Cultures
Unlock the world of poetry with this fantastic bundle of culturally diverse resources! Delve into the mesmerizing works of some of the world’s most renowned poets. Explore the themes of identity, culture, and language in Edward Kamau Brathwaite’s “Limbo,” Imtiaz Dharker’s “Blessing,” Grace Nichols’ “Island Man,” and Maya Angelou’s “Woman Work.” With “Talking Turkeys,” dive into the fascinating world of dialect and accent, and gain valuable insights into South African culture with “The Beggar.” Discover the enigmatic “Angel of the Labyrinth” in Malika Booker’s “The Maze,” and unravel the mystery of the “Night of the Scorpion.” This collection of resources offers a unique opportunity to explore the diversity and richness of poetry from around the world.
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Talking Turkeys - Dialect and Accent (Y7-8)
Looking for an engaging teaching resource to help your students learn about dialects and accents? Our “Talking Turkeys” pack is just what you need! Featuring a fun and catchy poem, this resource includes activities that encourage students to listen carefully to the dialect and accent features used in the poem. With fill-in-the-blank exercises and opportunities to create their own poems using dialect and accent, students will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for language diversity.
Perfect for both classroom and homeschool settings, download today and watch your students’ creativity soar!
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Island Man by Grace Nichols
In this teaching resource, students will explore the poem “Island Man” by Grace Nichols and learn how a poet can convey mood and atmosphere. Through a series of tasks, including analyzing images, comparing life in London and the Caribbean, and writing a postcard from Island Man or his relatives, students will deepen their understanding of the themes and emotions in the poem. As a challenge, they will use words from the poem to describe the mood and atmosphere of London, demonstrating their ability to analyze and interpret literary language. This engaging and interactive resource will inspire students to appreciate poetry from different cultures and explore the ways in which language can evoke powerful emotions and imagery.
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Goodnight Mr Tom Scheme KS3
These are a no-frills yet effective PowerPoint presentations tailored specifically for the novel “Goodnight Mr Tom.” Each PP is designed to help students achieve measurable learning outcomes.
With achievable learning objectives, students will:
Use inference and deduction skills to make predictions about the book.
Understand the social, cultural, and historical context of the novel.
Utilize PEEL to analyse the first impressions of William Beech from chapter 1.
Select key information about the character of Tom from chapters 1-4.
Develop reading skills, selecting relevant details and using inference.
Understand how writers convey setting, character, and mood through word choice and sentence structure.
Use narrative hooks to make their writing more effective.
Practice writing for a specific purpose and audience.
Identify and explain the main themes in “Goodnight Mr Tom.”
Explore character and plot progression through role-play, fostering Speaking and Listening skills.
Write in the form of a diary in a convincing and engaging style.
Understand and revise the skills needed for a reading assessment.
Analyse the effects of Magorian’s use of emotive language in chapter 17.
Read and develop inference skills.
Revise and practice writing a report.
Engage in discussions about thoughts and ideas regarding key questions facing them about the novel.
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Gothic Horror Homework Tasks
Unleash the captivating world of Gothic horror with our homework tasks.
These homework activities offer diverse ways to engage students in immersive activities and ignite their storytelling skills. Prepare them for a thrilling journey into the Gothic genre while strengthening their language abilities. An invaluable resource for captivating and challenging homework sessions.
The tasks could also be adapted and used in your lessons.
6 tasks in total (6 weeks)
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'Remains' Simon Armitage - 2 lessons
Introducing a captivating lesson on poetry analysis! Dive into the world of poetic interpretation as students explore the power of language and structure.
Uncover hidden meanings and themes as they unravel the layers of thought-provoking poems. Through engaging activities, such as identifying key ideas and themes, examining vivid imagery and language, and analysing structural techniques, students will develop critical thinking skills and a deeper appreciation for the art of poetry.
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War Horse KS3
Unlock the secrets of compelling storytelling and persuasive writing with our meticulously crafted scheme of work. Designed to engage and empower students, each lesson objective is carefully tailored to ensure comprehensive understanding and skill development.
Be able to make a prediction about the events in the novel.
Understand the period when the book is set.
Understanding character thought and feelings.
To identify the techniques that writers use to create tension.
To develop your understanding of the plot and characters.
To explore what are the best methods of persuasion.
To explore PEE (point, evidence, explanation).
To understand someone else’s perspective and historical setting of the novel.
To explore what is meant by empathy.
To use persuasive devices to create a poster.
To explore what are the best methods for writing dialogue.
Understand the importance of developing impressions of key characters.
To express feelings through an elegy.
To summarise the events of the chapters and understand how the truce took place.
To explore the changes in plot.
Understand how to re-account events with accuracy and empathy.
Use features of the text to write persuasively.
Practise writing for a specific purpose and audience.
Use the features of a fact-file to give information.
To explore question types and understand the skills needed to answer them.
To work collaboratively in groups to explore how setting is built.
To answer an exam style question using P.E.E.L.
Explore features of a persuasive and interesting review.
From delving into the intricacies of character emotions to dissecting the historical context of the narrative, our scheme guides students on a journey of exploration and discovery. They’ll learn to predict plot twists, analyse writing techniques for tension-building, and harness the power of persuasion through effective dialogue and poster creation.
With a focus on empathy, accuracy, and collaboration, students will not only master the art of storytelling but also develop essential life skills. From summarising key events with eloquence to crafting persuasive reviews, our scheme equips students with the tools they need to excel academically and beyond.
Prepare your students for success with our comprehensive scheme of work. Ignite their passion for literature, hone their writing prowess, and watch as they flourish into confident communicators and critical thinkers.
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Pupil Progress Tracker - Literacy
Looking to streamline assessments in your school? Our pupil progress tracker is a powerful tool to help you do just that! Not only does it allow you to easily monitor your students’ progress, but it also highlights areas where targeted support may be needed. Record your children’s levels and use the colour-coded system to quickly identify which areas require attention. This valuable resource can help you plan your interventions more effectively and ensure that all your pupils are getting the support they need to thrive.
To ensure comprehensive tracking of students’ literacy skills, our assessment plan is divided into three sections.
The first section is based on the results of the literacy baseline test.
The second section is designed to monitor in-class understanding.
The final section is a reassessment at the end of the scheme of work to measure students’ progress.
This allows for a comprehensive evaluation of each student’s literacy skills, ensuring that they are on track and receiving the support they need to succeed.
The pupil progress tracking document allows you to track progress on various topics that are essential for effective literacy teaching. The following topics are included:
Nouns
Fronted Adverbials
Simile and Metaphor
Colons and Semicolons
Concrete, Abstract, and Compound Nouns
Synonyms and Antonyms
Alliteration and Assonance
Structuring and Organising Creative Writing
Personification and Oxymoron
Expanded Noun Phrases
Writing about Emotions
Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences
Homophones
Capturing the Reader’s Attention
Adjectives
Noun Types and Modifiers
Verbs and Adverbs
Apostrophes and Inverted Commas
Collective and Plural Nouns
Ellipses, Question Marks, and Exclamation Marks
Sentence Openers
Overall, the pupil progress tracking document covers a wide range of topics, offering guidance and support to teachers in their efforts to improve their students’ literacy skills.
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Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde - 21 lessons for less than 14p a lesson
I know how busy teachers are, but if you have a minute please can I ask you to review this resource as it will really help me out as I try to grow my TES profile. This works out l Thanks in advance -
Introducing our Engaging Victorian Literature Lessons!
Are you ready to offer your students a captivating journey into the Victorian era? Our series of carefully designed lessons will immerse them in the uncertainty, fear, and duality that defined this remarkable period. Each lesson is packed with thought-provoking activities and resources, aimed at developing their understanding and analytical skills while exploring the captivating works of literature from that time.
In Lesson 1, students will delve into the uncertainty of the Victorian era, challenging them to question if someone can truly be completely evil. Through interactive tasks and discussions, they’ll explore the origins of species, dive into the enigma of Jack the Ripper, and analyse the changes faced by Victorian society.
Lesson 2 takes students on a journey through works of fiction from the Victorian era, where they’ll uncover the underlying fears that gripped society. From Kingsley’s “The Water Babies” to Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” they’ll discover how these literary masterpieces reflected the anxieties of the time. Get ready for them to discuss, analyse, and even create their own stories or poems based on 21st-century fears.
In Lesson 3, students will delve into the importance of identity, challenging them to find language that helps create the identity of Mr. Utterson. With engaging activities such as creating a Facebook profile for the character or writing a tweet in his voice, they’ll develop a deeper understanding of how language shapes and represents identity.
Lesson 4 takes a closer look at Stevenson’s masterful creation of fear through his writing. Analysing the duality of the Victorian era, students will explore the techniques the author employed to capture the anxiety of the audience. Through collaborative activities and in-depth analysis, they’ll uncover the power of language and its ability to evoke a chilling atmosphere.
Lessons 5 to 10 continue the immersive experience, guiding students through the events, language analysis, and key themes in Stevenson’s “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.” Each lesson presents new challenges, encourages critical thinking, and offers opportunities for collaborative learning and accelerated growth.
Lessons 11 - 21 further…
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The Maze: Angel of the Labyrinth - Malika Booker
Take your students on a journey of discovery that is both fun and thought-provoking. With tasks that include drawing a quick picture of what an angel looks like, making bullet point notes about what an angel does, and re-reading the poem to note down words that describe angels, religion, and character appearance, your students will be fully immersed in the text. They will also learn to analyse language choices and techniques, identify and explain the meaning of keywords and phrases, and share their thoughts and feelings about them. The final review task will allow students to collaborate and build on each other’s ideas, promoting critical thinking and creative expression. This lesson is a must-try for any teacher looking to inspire a love of poetry in their students.
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Literacy Teaching Order: A Sequential Approach to Teaching Language Skills to 11-15-year-olds
Literacy Teaching Order
Are you looking to enhance your students’ literacy skills? Look no further than our comprehensive teaching resource on sequential language skills! Our approach is specifically tailored to students aged 11-15 and provides a structured and sequential approach to teaching literacy.
By providing a sequential approach to teaching language skills, our resource ensures that students have a strong foundation in the basic building blocks of language and can progress to more complex skills as they gain mastery. With our resource, educators can help their students develop the skills needed to communicate effectively and confidently in written language.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS RESOURCE DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY LESSONS BUT IS A SPECIFIC ORDER TO TEACH LITERACY TO 11-15 YEAR OLDS.
There are 19 topics included in the sequence. They are as follows (in a mixed up order):
Expanding noun phrases
Personification and oxymorons
Sentence openers
Synonyms and antonyms
Apostrophes and commas
Homophones
Verbs and Adverbs
Fronted adverbials:
Alliteration
Similes and metaphors
Structuring and organising creative writing
Nouns
Concrete, abstract, and compound nouns:
Ellipses, question marks, and exclamation marks
Collective and plural nouns
Adjectives
Simple, compound, and complex sentences
Colons and semicolons
Parenthesis
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Identity Project - First week back - Ice Breaking - Getting to know you lessons
The Identity Project is an ideal way to start the school year and get to know your students.
It fosters self-expression, improves writing, promotes critical thinking, and encourages inclusivity.
By using WAGOLLs and WABOLLs, students learn from both good and not-so-good examples, enhancing their understanding and confidence.
This project equips students with communication skills and self-awareness for diverse situations.
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Unseen Poetry
Please, all I ask is that if you are downloading and using these, can you please just leave a quick review. These PP’s ARE NO FRILLS PPs and will more than likely require a sprucing up in terms of background as they are a little old but other than that, I hope you find them useful. Side note - the resources in my shop that I charge for have all been updated and are ready to go.
This pack contains:
Dulce et Decorum
Death of a Naturalist
Blackberry Picking
The Chimney Sweeper
It also contains 5 handouts that focus on using the CHIMP technique on unseen poetry and also 5 for using the SMILE technique.
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Free SOW - Goodnight Mr Tom
This is the SOW only. No lessons are included. However, this SOW matches my fully resourced upload for Goodnight Mr Tom.
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Lesson Learning Journey Slide
This resource is 100% free! If you find it useful, please take a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps me to improve and create better content. Thank you for your support!
A learning journey slide is a helpful tool to provide students with an overview of the upcoming lessons and topics to be covered. It can serve as a roadmap for students, helping them to stay organised, focused, and motivated throughout their learning experience. By clearly outlining the objectives, activities, and resources for each lesson, students can better prepare themselves and make the most out of each class.
A learning journey slide can also help educators to stay on track and ensure that their teaching aligns with the learning outcomes. Overall, a learning journey slide is an excellent way to enhance students’ engagement and learning outcomes.