A helpsheet and PowerPoint on how to be successful in the writing tasks. I have included tips from the examiner report, model answers and the best methods for students to achieve grades 4-7. This helped my students a lot to keep focused.

A fantastic revision sheet for the paper 2 reading exam. Exam paper link included.

A great PowerPoint on the words of the year that Collins Dictionary have recognised. Works well as a starter or has a class discussion.

I made this PowerPoint based on an old pronunciation guide I found written by the BBC. It’s a guide to elements of pronunciation in the English Language that are the subject of debate. It was used by the BBC to teach newsreaders how to speak! It is very informative and will raise some laughs in the classroom. My students loved it.

Question 1 revision PowerPoint on the paper 1 reading exam. This is for the 5 mark question. Based on an Extract from The Silence of the Lambs.

Really fun starter for any class / age.

A PowerPoint and resources on how to get grade 5-7 on Q3 in the exam. This is based on the NOV 2019 exam paper. This is modern, informative and interactive lesson which the students really enjoy. Exemplar material and model answer included. Extract included.

I have created a revision pack Q5 (the ‘EVALUATION’ question) in the reading fiction exam. I have used the following extracts: TWO PAST ‘REAL’ EDUQAS EXAM EXTRACTS ALAN PARTRIDGE: NOMAD THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS NO.1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY

A revision PowerPoint looking at the paper 1 reading exam. This lesson is based on an extract from the Alan Partridge novel, Nomad. I have included the PowerPoint, model answers, examiner tips and the extract. This is for grade 4-7 learners and looks at the following question: ‘The writer has created an enjoyable short story with a satisfying ending.’ How far do you agree with this statement?

A writing pack that looks at the paper 2 writing non-fiction exam. The following are included: LETTERS* REPORTS REVIEWS SPEECHES LEAFLETS ARTICLES PLANNING STYLISTIC TECHNIQUES SPAG EXAM TIPS*

An in-depth PowerPoint on the ‘HOW’ question of the reading exam. This is a 5 or 8 mark question. Student answers included. Aimed at students looking for a grade 4-6.

A 31-slide PowerPoint looking at the HOW questions on the paper 1 reading exam. The resource uses an extract from the Alan Partridge book, ‘Nomad.’ It is a very funny extract which my students have loved. Exemplar answers, extract, examiner tips, interactive images, model answers all included.

A GCSE lesson on writing a persuasive speech. The question is, ‘In a recent survey, a number of people said that we would be better off without the Internet. Do you agree? You have been asked to give a talk to your classmates giving your opinions. Write would you say.’ The following is included: 43-slide PP Common SPAG issues Famous speech examples Structure Paragraphs Language features Planning Writing a successful intro

A PP for students at grade 4-5. Available as a PP and Word document. The following are focused on: Proofreading REAL student work There / Their / They’re Capital letters Adding correct punctuation Apostrophes

A Functional Skills lesson on writing a persuasive speech. The question is, ‘In a recent survey, a number of people said that we would be better off without the Internet. Do you agree? You have been asked to give a talk to your classmates giving your opinions. Write would you say.’ The following is included: 43-slide PP Common SPAG issues Famous speech examples Structure Paragraphs Language features Planning Writing a successful intro

Fun starter that I use in a lot of classes. Creates a great debate! All answers included.

Fun anagram starter. The students are given a list of 12 landmarks. All of the letters have been jumbled up. They have an allotted time to unscramble all 12. Activity and cut-out cards included. My students love it.

A really fun, interactive and informative PowerPoint that the students love. All resources and worksheets provided!

A really fun, interactive and informative PowerPoint that the students love. All resources and worksheets provided!

A fantastic, fun & informative lesson PowerPoint which covers all punctuation. The PP is very in-depth while being student-friendly. They really enjoy it!