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Shakespeare, Creative Writing and TEFL resources. Created by a qualified secondary school teacher who has taught KS3, KS4 and KS5. Browse my shop to find a variety of affordable resources, full lessons and worksheets related to the study of Language and Literature across the age ranges.
Romeo and Juliet Imagery worksheet and extension tasks
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Romeo and Juliet Imagery worksheet and extension tasks

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Suitable for KS3 or a support group Worksheet plus ppt with instructions & additional tasks/answers Tasks: 1: Cut and stick each quotation with the correct corresponding image. 2: Identify which character said each of the quotations. 3: Find another example of Shakespeare’s imagery. Draw your own picture and label it with the quotation in your workbook. Challenge : ‘Love is too powerful to be described through a metaphor.’ Do you think Shakespeare has managed to convey this emotion well, or not? Explain your opinion. Please leave a review if you found this resource helpful :) I am currently working on the rest of the lessons in the series. Act 1, Scene 1 is available to purchase here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/romeo-and-juliet-opening-analysis-act-1-scene-1-whole-lesson-and-worksheet-ks4-11525718 Act 1, Scene 2 is available to purchase here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/romeo-and-juliet-act-1-scene-2-capulet-and-paris-whole-lesson-and-worksheet-ks3-ks4-11625209 Act 1, Scene 3 is available to purchase here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/romeo-and-juliet-act-1-scene-3-lady-capulet-and-the-nurse-ks4-11976732 Or alternatively browse my online shop for Shakespeare and Creative Writing resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
The Twits  simplified story,  activities, cooking and worksheets for KS2, EFL, TEFL, Summer camp
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The Twits simplified story, activities, cooking and worksheets for KS2, EFL, TEFL, Summer camp

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Day 3 of my Roald Dahl themed summer camp (originally taught to Korean EFL students) It includes: *A simplified version of the story using Quentin Blake illustrations. * A memory game based on food items found in Mr Twit’s beard and worksheet. *Scavenger Hunt worksheet and clues (which are printed and hidden around the school- the first pair to find all the words win!) *Birds Nest Crispy Cakes Recipe *Mrs Twit’s spaghetti toasties recipe *Wordsearch and colouring page
A Christmas Carol: Stave One activity sheets and powerpoint
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A Christmas Carol: Stave One activity sheets and powerpoint

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New updated powerpoint and worksheets 06/11/18 Overview: Three different activities/worksheets designed for a low ability group studying A Christmas Carol. The tasks help consolidate knowledge of the plot and approach complex language in Stave one. I have also included the powerpoint and instructions. I used these for cover lessons which worked nicely. Activity 1: cut and stick images and summaries from the plot in the correct order. Activity 2: Answer 24 (one-word answer) questions about Stave 1 using own knowledge and skimming and scanning the text (could be done in pairs) then find the answers from this section in the following wordsearch. Activity 3: Decoding the nineteenth century language. Read the quotation from the text and write the correct synonym and definition in the box (creates a glossary resource of difficult words that they can return to).
Romeo and Juliet  opening analysis (Act 1, Scene 1) whole lesson and worksheet KS4
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Romeo and Juliet opening analysis (Act 1, Scene 1) whole lesson and worksheet KS4

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Includes: A ppt with guided questions for students to develop their own interpretations about the opening of the play/characters. A worksheet where students plan how they would stage the scene. A homework task based on the Prince. Please leave a review if you found this resource helpful :) I am currently working on the following lessons in the series. Act 1, Scene 2 is available to purchase at: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/romeo-and-juliet-act-1-scene-2-capulet-and-paris-whole-lesson-and-worksheet-ks3-ks4-11625209 Or alternatively browse my online shop for other Shakespeare and Creative Writing lessons: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
Analysing Literature Plot and Character worksheets
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Analysing Literature Plot and Character worksheets

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Two worksheets which encourage students to reflect on the plot and main characters. Useful for revision, recapping or making connections throughout the study of a class novel/play. I have included both PDF versions of the worksheets as well as word documents that can be altered with ease. Suitable for KS4 support groups or KS3 learners.
Macbeth (Act 5, Scene 1)  4 lesson sequence and assessment on Lady Macbeth KS4 Year 10/11 GCSE
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Macbeth (Act 5, Scene 1) 4 lesson sequence and assessment on Lady Macbeth KS4 Year 10/11 GCSE

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Four detailed lessons with clearly explained tasks, starters and plenaries. Each lesson includes guiding questions,a corresponding worksheet and multiple activities for students to complete. The final ppt introduces the assessment task, objectives and an example of how to select and analyse quotations. The assessment question focuses on Lady Macbeth and her descent into madness. There is also a homework choice slide that includes extension creative writing tasks for students to choose from. Lesson 1 in the series was observed and rated outstanding If you found this resource helpful please do leave a review :) or browse my shop for other lessons and resources.
Macbeth Quotations Matching Game  KS3 KS4
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Macbeth Quotations Matching Game KS3 KS4

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In teams students choose two numbers. Click on the squares to reveal the pictures and quotations. If they manage to match the quotation to the speakercorrectly they gain 5 points for their team. If you found this resource helpful please leave a review :) Or browse my online shop for other Macbeth related resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
Readingsheet,  library log,  reading for pleasure worksheet
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Readingsheet, library log, reading for pleasure worksheet

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My Reading Journey Students stick this worksheet in the front of their exercise books or homework diaries. It can be used to keep a record of their reading and encourage them to reflect on the texts they have read. Please leave a review if you found this worksheet helpful or browse my online shop for more resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
FREE Macbeth Quotation Analysis Worksheets (revision) KS4
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FREE Macbeth Quotation Analysis Worksheets (revision) KS4

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Students fill out the spiderweb diagram to create a handy revision tool for the key quotations and analysis from the play ‘Macbeth’. I have included amendable files in Word Doc and PDF files for ease of printing. The worksheets could also be printed as a larger A3 size and used as a group task. Please leave a review if you found these helpful :) or browse my online shop for other Macbeth resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
The Writing Process Printable Poster A3 and A4 (English classroom display)
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The Writing Process Printable Poster A3 and A4 (English classroom display)

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A poster outlining the steps in the writing process that can be printed as part of a classroom display. I have included ammendable A3/A4 Word Doc posters as well as PDF files for ease of printing. Please leave a review if you found this helpful :) Or look at my online shop for other resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
Victorian London at Christmas (Descriptive Writing) KS3 KS4
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Victorian London at Christmas (Descriptive Writing) KS3 KS4

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Students use the images and sentence starters to write a short piece of descriptive writing based on christmas/Victorian London. Includes worksheets and a short powerpoint to introduce the creative writing task. Suitable for a christmas themed creative writing class or cover lesson . Please leave a review if you found this helpful or look at my online shop for other resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
Patrick Suskind  'Perfume' Extract and Questions
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Patrick Suskind 'Perfume' Extract and Questions

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Focus: How to craft a vivid setting in creative writing On the worksheet handout students have an example extract from the opening of the novel ‘Perfume’ which uses sensory description. Students must then answer the questions an explore how imagery which focuses on the sense of smell can be used to create a vivid setting. Students then complete a creative writing task and write about a modern day setting in the style of Patrick Suskind.
James and the Giant Peach  board game, art and cooking activities KS2 summer camp EFL TEFL
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James and the Giant Peach board game, art and cooking activities KS2 summer camp EFL TEFL

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Day 2 of my Roald Dahl themed Summer Camp (originally for Korean EFL students) Includes: * A short summary of the story- using images from the film and Quentin Blake illustrations * A board game and counters that I made (the same rules as 'snakes and ladders') *Team activity 'Egg Drop' where students must construct a contraption using art supplies to protect their egg when it is dropped from a window. *Instructions to make decorative peach ornaments out of string, paint, balloons and PVA glue (original idea found on pinterest) *Links to recipes for making cookies, peach trifle, ladybird cracker snacks and peach pancakes. *Wordsearch and colouring worksheet. Day 1 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' activities and worksheets are available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory-summer-camp-worksheets-cooking-and-fun-activities-ks2-efl-tefl-11818679?theme=1
The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde WHOLE LESSON  on Mr Utterson and Mr Einfield KS4
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The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde WHOLE LESSON on Mr Utterson and Mr Einfield KS4

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Activities encouraging students to analyse the characters of Mr Utterson and Mr Einfield from the opening on the novel, based upon contextual understanding of Victorian gentlemen and their own interpretations. If you found this lesson helpful please leave a review :) The next lesson in the sequence is available for purchase here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-strange-case-of-dr-jekyll-and-mr-hyde-chapter-1-story-of-the-door-3-lessons-and-worksheets-11528517 Or browse my shop for more lessons and resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK
The rise and fall of Macbeth  activity and worksheets KS4
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The rise and fall of Macbeth activity and worksheets KS4

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Overview: Students select one quotation for each key scene from the table provided and use it to analyse Macbeth’s character. Students evaluate on a scale of 1 to 5 whether he comes across as strong or weak. They then use this to plot Macbeth’s changing character and have a visual representation of his power/weakness across Acts1-5. This can then be compared to Lady Macbeth’s (included in ppt) and students develop their own interpretations/ justify their opinions. Powerpoint and worksheets included. Please leave a review if you found this resource helpful :) Or browse my online shop for more Macbeth resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/NovelTeachingUK