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I am a primary school teacher and assistant head. I love my job and my aim is to produce high quality teaching resources that motivate learners and make life easier for teachers! All of my resources are ready to teach, differentiated and easy to adapt. I don't make resources just to sell, all uploads have been made to be used in my own classroom. Therefore, I can vouch for their suitability, pitch and quality.

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I am a primary school teacher and assistant head. I love my job and my aim is to produce high quality teaching resources that motivate learners and make life easier for teachers! All of my resources are ready to teach, differentiated and easy to adapt. I don't make resources just to sell, all uploads have been made to be used in my own classroom. Therefore, I can vouch for their suitability, pitch and quality.
PIG HEART BOY -YEAR 6 - LESSON 3 - VARYING SENTENCES
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PIG HEART BOY -YEAR 6 - LESSON 3 - VARYING SENTENCES

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’ PIG HEART BOY’ by Malorie Blackman. This lesson is ready to teach and covers the use of varying our sentence types in narrative writing. it is based around chapter 1 of the book. This is lesson 3 in a series of 14. The whole scheme of work is also available The whole scheme includes a cold and a hot task, and culminates in the class writing a dilemma story This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. All images sourced from Pixabay.
Alan Peat’s DE:DE Sentences - Complete Lesson
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Alan Peat’s DE:DE Sentences - Complete Lesson

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A complete English lesson, based around Alan Peat’s DE:DE Sentences. Suitable for KS2 (as the lesson is fully differentiated) Children will learn about the special sentence type, practice writing them as a class, before completing independent work containing them. Fully differentiated 3 ways. The lesson has a dragon/monster theme. All images are sourced from PIXABAY.
The London Eye Mystery - Lesson 11 - Writing an effective resolution and ending to my story
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The London Eye Mystery - Lesson 11 - Writing an effective resolution and ending to my story

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’ The London Eye Mystery’ by Siobhan Dowd. (lesson 11 in a series of 14). Differentiated 3 ways. The lesson focuses on how to structure and write an effective resolution and ending. This is lesson 11 in a series of 14. The whole scheme of work is available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-london-eye-mystery-full-scheme-of-work-14-days-of-planning-presentation-and-resources-11696150 This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. All images sourced from Pixabay.
The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 12 and 13 (planning and writing)
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The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 12 and 13 (planning and writing)

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A complete DOUBLE lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’The Boy In The Striped Pyjama’s ’ By John Boyne This is a lesson thattakes the children though planning and writing a story based around the themes of the novel This is lesson 12 in a series of 12. The whole scheme of work is available. The whole scheme includes 12 full lessons, each fully resourced, and including a detailed PPT. The scheme culminates in the class writing a short story, along a similar theme to the original text, using all of the descriptive techniques learned and developed during the series of lessons. The unit begins with a cold task, and ends with the short story planning and writing (hot task) This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. Images sourced from Pixabay.
THE JABBERWOCKY - LESSON 5 AND 6 -PLANNING AND WRITING AN IMITATION POEM.
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THE JABBERWOCKY - LESSON 5 AND 6 -PLANNING AND WRITING AN IMITATION POEM.

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the poem - THE JABBERWOCKY, by Lewis Carroll. This lesson focuses on planning and writing our own version of the poem. This is lesson 5 in a series of 5. The whole scheme of work is available here: The whole scheme includes a cold and a hot task, and culminates in the class writing a narrative poem in the style of the original. All images sourced from Pixabay or authors own.
Wizard of Oz - Complete Scheme of Work. Narrative Writing.
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Wizard of Oz - Complete Scheme of Work. Narrative Writing.

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A complete scheme of work, presentations and resources for the book ’ The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ by L Baum. Aimed at year 6/7 but easily adaptable. Differentiated at least 3 ways. Each lesson is also available separately and includes a presentation and all resources. The original text is in the public domain and available online. Lessons are based on the understanding of the text and its themes, as well as narrative, non-fiction and descriptive writing skills. Touches on, and links well to American History at turn of the 20th century. This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. All images sourced from Pixabay. Original illustrations are in the public domain.
The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 8  (effective dialogue )
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The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 8 (effective dialogue )

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’The Boy In The Striped Pyjama’s ’ By John Boyne This is a lesson that teaches thehow to integrate effective dialogue in our writing This is lesson 8 in a series of 12. The whole scheme of work is available. The whole scheme includes 12 full lessons, each fully resourced, and including a detailed PPT. The scheme culminates in the class writing a short story, along a similar theme to the original text, using all of the descriptive techniques learned and developed during the series of lessons. The unit begins with a cold task, and ends with the short story planning and writing (hot task) This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. Images sourced from Pixabay.
Topic Write Lesson - EVACUEE LETTER
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Topic Write Lesson - EVACUEE LETTER

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A complete, ready to teach creative writing lesson. Designed and planned to be used as a standalone lesson or used as a BIG write/topic lesson. Aimed at KS2, children write aletter in role as a WW2 Evacuee. It is based on the Topic ‘A Child’s War’ Everything needed is included, apart from internet access for a short video clip (link in the PPT) Images from PIXABAY
The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 5 (Tone and Mood)
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The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 5 (Tone and Mood)

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’The Boy In The Striped Pyjama’s ’ By John Boyne This is a lesson that teaches how tone and mood are portrayed and can shift during a scene, This is lesson 5 in a series of 12. The whole scheme of work is available. The whole scheme includes 12 full lessons, each fully resourced, and including a detailed PPT. The scheme culminates in the class writing a short story, along a similar theme to the original text, using all of the descriptive techniques learned and developed during the series of lessons. The unit begins with a cold task, and ends with the short story planning and writing (hot task) This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. Images sourced from Pixabay.
The Demon Dentist - Expanded Noun Phrases - Complete lesson
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The Demon Dentist - Expanded Noun Phrases - Complete lesson

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A complete English lesson, based around Expanded Noun Phrases. Suitable for KS2 (as the lesson is fully differentiated) The lesson is suitable for both teaching and applying of the skill, and also as a revision lesson for Year 6. Children will learn about the skill, practice writing them as a class, before completing independent work containing them. Fully differentiated 3 ways. The lesson includes a plan, a detailed PowerPoint and three activities. Where possible the lesson resources are fully editable. The lesson is linked to the Demon Dentist by David Walliams All images are sourced from PIXABAY.
CLIMATE CHANGE -TOPIC WRITE - COMPLETE LESSON
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CLIMATE CHANGE -TOPIC WRITE - COMPLETE LESSON

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A complete, ready to teach creative writing lesson about CLIMATE CHANGE. It is based on the animated short - World’s Apart. It is designed and planned to be used as a standalone lesson or used as a BIG write/topic lesson. Aimed at KS2, children write an email report in role as am alien visitor to earth, after it has been destroyed by climate change. Everything needed is included, apart from internet access for the animated short film (link in the PPT) Images from PIXABAY
The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 6  (Passive voice )
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The boy in the striped Pyjamas - Narrative writing SOW - Lesson 6 (Passive voice )

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’The Boy In The Striped Pyjama’s ’ By John Boyne This is a lesson that teaches about passive voice (and agentless passive for GDS learners) This is lesson 6 in a series of 12. The whole scheme of work is available. The whole scheme includes 12 full lessons, each fully resourced, and including a detailed PPT. The scheme culminates in the class writing a short story, along a similar theme to the original text, using all of the descriptive techniques learned and developed during the series of lessons. The unit begins with a cold task, and ends with the short story planning and writing (hot task) This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. Images sourced from Pixabay.
WONDER by RJ Palacio FIRST PERSON NARRATIVE SOW . IDENTIFYING FEATURES (Lesson 3 of 7)
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WONDER by RJ Palacio FIRST PERSON NARRATIVE SOW . IDENTIFYING FEATURES (Lesson 3 of 7)

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’WONDER ’ By R.J. Palacio This is a second lesson that looks at the features of first person narratives at EXS and GDS This is lesson 3 in a series of 7. The whole scheme of work is available. The whole scheme includes 7 full lessons, each fully resourced, and including a detailed PPT. The scheme culminates in the class writing a first person narrative, linked to the original text, using all of the features learned and developed during the series of lessons. The unit begins with a cold task, and ends with planning and writing a diary entry (hot task) Everything is included, except a copy of ‘Frankie’s diary’ (STA exemplification materials) This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. Images sourced from Pixabay. WOnder clipart used with permission from ‘21st century teacher’ all rights reserved. Images must not be copied or sold.
WONDER by RJ Palacio. FIRST PERSON NARRATIVE SOW . To embed dialogue  (Lesson 6 of 7)
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WONDER by RJ Palacio. FIRST PERSON NARRATIVE SOW . To embed dialogue (Lesson 6 of 7)

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for the book ’WONDER ’ By R.J. Palacio This is a lesson that looks at the use of dialogue in first person narratives. This is lesson 5 in a series of 7. The whole scheme of work is available. The whole scheme includes 7 full lessons, each fully resourced, and including a detailed PPT. The scheme culminates in the class writing a first person narrative, linked to the original text, using all of the features learned and developed during the series of lessons. The unit begins with a cold task, and ends with planning and writing a diary entry (hot task) This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. Images sourced from Pixabay. WOnder clipart used with permission from ‘21st century teacher’ all rights reserved. Images must not be copied or sold.
CLIMATE CHANGE -LEONARDO DICAPRIO- SPEECH ANALYSIS
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CLIMATE CHANGE -LEONARDO DICAPRIO- SPEECH ANALYSIS

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources based around Leonardo DiCaprio’s 2014 speech on climate change. This lesson begins by exploring the features of Persuasive Speeches and the students will annotate the transcript of the speech to show their understanding. The lesson uses AFORRESTPIE as a vehicle for exploring the features. The students are also asked to analyse the impact of the techniques, and relate them to the audience and purpose of the speech. All images sourced from Pixabay.
Year 4 EXPLANATION TEXTS - Linked to Ancient Egypt
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Year 4 EXPLANATION TEXTS - Linked to Ancient Egypt

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A complete set of plans for year 4. Written to last 1 week but could be stretched into 2 quite easily - at the end of which, the class will write an explanation text linked to the process of mummification (however, this could be linked to any process EG: opening a tomb, getting through the afterlife, becoming a Pharoah etc ) Written and taught as part of a wider topic on Ancient Egypt. Please leave feedback.
Descriptive Writing (Winter) Lesson 6 - Figurative Language -Upper KS2/KS3
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Descriptive Writing (Winter) Lesson 6 - Figurative Language -Upper KS2/KS3

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A complete lesson, PowerPoint and resources for a unit on DESCRIPTIVE WRITING (winter themed) in Upper KS2 (Year 6) Although part of a scheme, it is also able to be taught as a standalone lesson. The lesson focuses on how to describe a setting or character precisely, by using figurative language and devices The class explore these by looking at extracts together, before going onto try the techniques for themselves. This is lesson 5 in a series of 8. The whole scheme of work is also available as a bundle The planning for the whole unit of work is included in each individual lesson. The whole scheme includes a cold and a hot task, and culminates in the class writing the cold task again as a hot task - in order to demonstrate progress. This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing. All images sourced from Pixabay.
Egyptian Myths - Complete unit of work (12 days) Upper KS2
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Egyptian Myths - Complete unit of work (12 days) Upper KS2

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A complete scheme of work, presentations and resources for a unit based around Ancient Egyptian myths. Aimed at Upper KS2 but easily adaptable. Each lesson is differentiated at least 3 ways. This scheme was incredibly engaging and produced brilliant pieces of writing (fractured myths set in Ancient Egypt. All images sourced from Pixabay and Pexels (open source - public domain) Tes paid licence
Richard III news reports FULL WEEK OF PLANNING AND RESOURCES
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Richard III news reports FULL WEEK OF PLANNING AND RESOURCES

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This is a full week of detailed planning , based around King Richard the third, and the discovery of his body in Leicester. The final lesson also uses Michael Morpurgo’s Story linking the Leicester cup win to Richard! On the planning, there is a link to a fully adaptable Prezi presentation which accompanies the planning. Linked to my other Wars of the Roses resources and planning, as they were taught as part of a cross curricular topic (the plan also stands alone though) Tes paid licence
SLOW WRITING  - 3 COMPLETE STANDALONE  LESSONS
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SLOW WRITING - 3 COMPLETE STANDALONE LESSONS

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A bundle of 3 complete lessons based around David Dadau’s inspirational**’SLOW WRITING’ **technique. Aimed at upper KS2 and differentiated fully (3 ways) Each lesson develops children’s ability to write precisely and consciously to create a vibrant and vivid description. lesson 1 - CHARACTERS lesson 2 - SETTINGS lesson 3 - SUSPENSE Resources includes a full lesson plan, detailed PowerPoint and three levels of task based around a series of images. All resources and PowerPoint are fully editable. All images and video clip are sourced from PIXABAY