This comprehensive Vocabulary Development Resource is designed specifically for students with additional needs, such as dyslexia. This engaging booklet focuses on enhancing targeted vocabulary in key areas essential for success in the verbal reasoning section of the 11 Plus examinations.
The resource contains the following features -
Targeted Learning: Each word has been carefully selected to meet the specific demands of the 11 Plus exams, ensuring that students are well-prepared and confident in their vocabulary skills.
Visual Memory Aids: To support visual learners, words are colour-coded, making them easier to remember. This technique not only aids in memorization but also promotes better reading fluency and spelling.
Interactive Practice: Students are encouraged to write each word three times in its corresponding colour, reinforcing their learning through repetition. After a short break, they will test their retention, fostering independent learning and self-assessment
Clear Definitions and Examples: Each vocabulary word is accompanied by a simple definition and an illustrative example, helping students grasp the meaning and context. The resource also encourages discussion, allowing students to explain each word before tackling gap-fill activities.
Engaging Activities: The resource includes gap-fill exercises that not only reinforce vocabulary but also enhance comprehension skills, preparing students for the challenges of the 11 Plus exams.
This resource is ideal for teachers, tutors, and parents who support students with additional needs. It provides a structured and supportive approach to vocabulary development, catering to diverse learning styles and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.
The colour-coded, visual memory aid can be utilised to support the learning of further words. A Vocabulary List is provided to support this.
Investing in this Vocabulary Development Resource will increase the confidence of students with additional needs and prepare them for their 11 Plus examination!
This 11 Plus Unit contains a reading practice paper, reading fluency support, a writing picture prompt, plan and model answer. It is designed for students who struggle with reading fluency, spelling and structure.
The reading practice paper has a section in which the student learns to pronounce targeted vocabulary and read specific phrases/sentences taken from the text. It involves copying syllabified words in different colours to aid visual memory.
After reading the Extract - taken from The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde - practice exam questions are provided. The extracts are often taken from novels/novellas/short stories which are challenging to read and the pre-reading tasks should help students access the content of the extract.
The writing section contains a picture prompt, model response and planning rubric. The picture prompt is one of the options in the creative writing section of the paper.
By familiarising themselves with the style of writing required, students gain confidence in writing their own description.
A colour code spelling activity is provided to practice spelling key words from the descriptive model response.
The unit provides materials to provide inclusive support for dyslexic students and enable them to make progress!
The GCSE, AQA English Language, Paper 2 Unit offers a comprehensive set of materials to help students excel in their non-fiction reading and writing skills. These resources are designed to align closely with the demands of the AQA exam, particularly focusing on the skills needed to answer Section A (reading) and Section B (writing). This pack includes model answers, structured guidance, and detailed mark schemes, making it an essential tool for both students and educators. With a focus on key exam techniques, this bundle provides everything students need to confidently tackle the exam.
Firstly, the booklet covers Source-Based Analysis with materials that help students engage deeply with non-fiction texts. The texts are both about experiences of parks. By offering guided practice in summarising, analysing language, and comparing perspectives between two sources, the resources ensure that students become adept at tackling complex reading questions. For example, students are encouraged to draw contrasts between texts from different time periods, a skill critical for success in Question 2. This comprehensive approach to source analysis ensures that students can identify and explore key differences in language and tone effectively.
In addition, the resource includes a step-by-step guide to approaching the writing task in Question 5. This guide breaks down how to structure a well-crafted non-fiction response, covering the essential writing format - letters. Through the model response, students learn how to construct logical, persuasive, and technically accurate writing.
The marking guidance within the bundle is particularly valuable, as it offers insight into how examiners assess both AO5 (content and organisation) and AO6 (technical accuracy).
A Question Three guidance - step by step - is also provided as a separate booklet. This also contains an extension task.
In summary, this GCSE, AQA Paper 2 resource is an invaluable asset for both classroom learning and independent study. By combining targeted practice with detailed explanations of key exam techniques, it helps students build confidence and improve their performance in the English Language exam. Whether used for revision or regular classroom practice, these resources are designed to maximise student potential.
Aimed at GCSE, English Literature students, this unit on Stave Two ofA Christmas Carol offers a novel and engaging approach to developing critical thinking skills and deepening an understanding of this set text.
Paper One, Question 4 of the AQA, English Language examination is designed to develop student’s ability to think critically about a fiction text.
These type of questions are also an effective way to help students develop the critical thinking needed in the English Literature paper. This Literature unit utilises this type of question students can hone their English Language skills needed for Paper One, while simultaneously revising A Christmas Carol set text.
Four extracts from Stave Two are provided. A critical thinking question follows each extract to which students need to write a response. Model Answers are also given.
This novel approach ensures that students maximise their learning time for both English Language and Literature!
A play version of Stave Two and extended drama activities are also provided to support students in familiarising themselves with this part of the novella.
The unit will helps students develop their critical thinking skills required to succeed in GCSE, English Literature!
Aimed at GCSE, English Literature students, this unit on Chapter 2 of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde offers a novel and engaging approach to developing critical thinking skills and deepening an understanding of this set text.
Paper One, Question 4 of the AQA, English Language examination is designed to develop student’s ability to think critically about a fiction text.
These questions are an effective way to help students develop the critical thinking needed in the English Literature paper. This Literature unit utilises this type of question students can hone their English Language skills needed for Paper One, while simultaneously revising the Jekyll and Hyde set text.
Four extracts from Chapter Two are provided with discussion prompts. A critical thinking question follows each extract to which students need to write a response. Model Answers are also provided.
This novel approach ensures that students maximise their learning time for both English Language and Literature!
A play version of Chapter Two and extended drama activities are also provided to support students in familiarising themselves with the chapter.
The unit will helps students develop their critical thinking skills required to succeed in GCSE, English Literature!
This comprehensive resource on Chapter One is designed to help GCSE English Literature teachers guide students through the key themes, characters, and plot of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde - Chapter One using drama and discussion activities. It is particularly suited to students who find reading challenging.
What’s Included:
Speaking and Listening Tasks: Students explore essential themes like duality, reputation, and social responsibility through targeted speaking and listening questions. These activities encourage discussion, helping students to articulate their thoughts on Victorian values, morality, and the nature of evil as portrayed in Jekyll and Hyde.
Drama Activities and Play-Script: A play-script based on Chapter 1, The Story of the Door, allows students to perform key scenes. This hands-on approach deepens their understanding of the novella by actively engaging with the characters and narrative. Role-playing the interactions between Mr. Utterson, Mr. Hyde, and Mr. Enfield provides insight into the novel’s tension and atmosphere.
Character Analysis and Themes: Through activities like tableau, role on the wall, and conscience alley, students explore characters’ psychological depth and internal conflicts, while also reflecting on important themes such as secrecy, urban isolation, and morality.
Monologue Writing and Performance: Students write internal monologues from the perspectives of major characters like Mr. Utterson, Mr. Enfield, or Mr. Hyde. This writing exercise encourages students to delve into character motivations, moral dilemmas, and thematic concerns, followed by a performance to bring these reflections to life.
Glossary and Key Vocabulary: A glossary of challenging words from the text ensures that students can engage with the language and understand the novella’s more complex vocabulary, facilitating deeper comprehension. A reading activity is included to improve fluency and pronunciation when reading passages from Chapter One.
Learning Outcomes:
Deep Understanding of Themes: Students will develop a nuanced understanding of the novel’s themes, such as duality, reputation, and evil.
Character Insight: Through drama and monologue writing, students will gain a deeper emotional and intellectual connection to the characters.
Speaking, Listening, and Writing Skills: These activities promote critical thinking, discussion, and extended writing, preparing students for GCSE exam success.
This resource offers an interactive and creative way for students to explore Jekyll and Hyde, making complex themes and characters accessible through drama and collaborative learning.
The GCSE, AQA English Language, Paper 2 Unit offers a comprehensive set of materials to help students excel in their non-fiction reading and writing skills. These resources are designed to align closely with the demands of the AQA exam, particularly focusing on the skills needed to answer Section A (reading) and Section B (writing). This pack includes model answers, structured guidance, and detailed mark schemes, making it an essential tool for both students and educators. With a focus on key exam techniques, this bundle provides everything students need to confidently tackle the exam.
Firstly, the booklet covers Source-Based Analysis with materials that help students engage deeply with non-fiction texts. The texts are both about experiences of funfairs. By offering guided practice in summarising, analysing language, and comparing perspectives between two sources, the resources ensure that students become adept at tackling complex reading questions. For example, students are encouraged to draw contrasts between texts from different time periods, a skill critical for success in Question 2. This comprehensive approach to source analysis ensures that students can identify and explore key differences in language and tone effectively.
In addition, the resource includes a step-by-step guide to approaching the writing task in Question 5. This guide shows how to structure a well-crafted non-fiction response, covering the essential writing format of magazine articles, by offering a model text on circuses.
The marking guidance within the bundle is particularly valuable, as it offers insight into how examiners assess both AO5 (content and organisation) and AO6 (technical accuracy). The mark scheme helps students and teachers understand how to achieve high marks by addressing the correct use of tone, sentence variety, and vocabulary, along with the importance of coherent structure. Teachers can also use the included model answers to demonstrate different levels of response, helping students see what is required for each band.
Finally, a Circus (UK) Fact Sheet is provided to help students familiarise themselves with this issue.
In summary, this GCSE, AQA Paper 2 Resource is an invaluable asset for both classroom learning and independent study. By combining targeted practice with detailed explanations of key exam techniques, it helps students build confidence and improve their performance in the English Language exam. Whether used for revision or regular classroom practice, these resources are designed to maximise student potential.
The GCSE, AQA English Language, Paper 2 Unit offers a comprehensive set of materials to help students excel in their non-fiction reading and writing skills. These resources are designed to align closely with the demands of the AQA exam, particularly focusing on the skills needed to answer Section A (reading) and Section B (writing). This pack includes model answers, structured guidance, and detailed mark schemes, making it an essential tool for both students and educators. With a focus on key exam techniques, this bundle provides everything students need to confidently tackle the exam.
Firstly, the booklet covers Source-Based Analysis with materials that help students engage deeply with non-fiction texts. The texts are both about experiences of markets. By offering guided practice in summarising, analysing language, and comparing perspectives between two sources, the resources ensure that students become adept at tackling complex reading questions. For example, students are encouraged to draw contrasts between texts from different time periods, a skill critical for success in Question 2. This comprehensive approach to source analysis ensures that students can identify and explore key differences in language and tone effectively.
In addition, the resource includes a step-by-step guide to approaching the writing task in Question 5. This guide shows how to structure a well-crafted non-fiction response, covering the essential writing format of magazine articles, by offering a model text on the benefits of markets.
The marking guidance within the bundle is particularly valuable, as it offers insight into how examiners assess both AO5 (content and organisation) and AO6 (technical accuracy). The mark scheme helps students and teachers understand how to achieve high marks by addressing the correct use of tone, sentence variety, and vocabulary, along with the importance of coherent structure. Teachers can also use the included model answers to demonstrate different levels of response, helping students see what is required for each band.
Finally, a Market (UK) Fact Sheet is provided to help students familiarise themselves with this issue.
In summary, this GCSE, AQA Paper 2 Resource is an invaluable asset for both classroom learning and independent study. By combining targeted practice with detailed explanations of key exam techniques, it helps students build confidence and improve their performance in the English Language exam. Whether used for revision or regular classroom practice, these resources are designed to maximise student potential.
This comprehensive GCSE, AQA resource is designed to support students in developing a deep understanding of the key theme of inequality in An Inspector Calls, and explores characters and ideas related to this in An Inspector Calls. The resources provide structured guidance for students preparing for their English Literature exams, helping them to explore complex topics such as social inequality They are ideal for teachers and tutors looking for ready-to-use materials that enhance learning and engagement.
The essay scaffolds are particularly valuable for structuring student responses. Using the PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) framework, students are guided step by step on how to write cohesive and insightful essays. This method ensures that they engage effectively with the text, using key quotes and analysis to demonstrate their understanding of how Priestley presents important themes, such as exploitation and selfishness. Key extracts are also provided with contextual information that students can refer to.
The model essay provides additional support, offering a clear example of a high-quality essay response. The essays showcases the expected standards for GCSE (AQA).
These resources not only prepare students for exam success but also encourage them to think critically about inequality and its pervasiveness in society.
By using these resources, students will develop a thorough grasp of the play’s themes, improve their essay-writing skills, and gain confidence in analyzing literature through a social and moral lens.
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Aimed to support GCSE (AQA), English Language students in mastering Paper One, this bundle provides everything you need to teach this unit!
Full of practice papers, model answers and guidance, the bundle guides students through the skills needed to succeed.
The extracts are typical of the genres used in the examination and the practice papers follow the same structure as the AQA, examination.
For the writing section there are pictures with model answers and guidance so that students can understand how to write descriptive. The units have guidance on how to achieve success in this type of writing. There are also numerous narratives that demonstrate how to structure and write an engaging story.
There are extensive sets of practice papers, sets of model answers and guidance that will support teaching this unit throughout the academic year!
Each unit is accompanied with information booklets on various topics such as evaluating language and creative writing features to reinforce the practice paper and other units.
Enhance your teaching of the AQA, English Language, Paper One with this resource pack designed to support educators in delivering engaging and effective lessons. This unit includes an in-depth analysis guide for the extract question a descriptive writing and narrative writing enhancement guide/model.
The practice paper and model texts are tailored to help students navigate the complexities of the extract, equipping them with the skills needed to excel in their exams.
It explicitly shows how to analyse language techniques and structural devices to respond to a text called, ‘Beneath the Silence’. It also develops critical thinking skills for the evaluation question.
The writing section provides a picture prompt and narrative question along with model responses. To assist struggling writers and readers, key vocabulary and phrases are provided before reading the texts.
Along with this, there is an ‘Adjectives for Setting’ vocabulary list to provide students with vocabulary to evaluate the language used to portray setting.
The unit is an effective tool to support students for GCSE, AQA, Paper One!
This dyslexia friendly, Year 6 SATS resource is designed to help students with additional needs familiarise themselves with the SATS Reading Paper. It contains three texts along with activities to help students read and understand the type of texts they will encounter in the exam.
Key Features:
Spelling and Vocabulary Development: Students will learn to spell complex words through a syllable-based color-coding system, making challenging vocabulary accessible and memorable. This approach not only improves spelling but also boosts pronunciation and fluency.
Meaning Exploration: Each text is accompanied by a vocabulary section, encouraging students to tick unfamiliar words and engage in dictionary skills or discussions with peers and adults. This deepens their understanding of language and fosters a love for words.
Fluency Practice: With timed reading exercises, students can track their reading speed and accuracy, promoting fluency and confidence. Multiple readings encourage improvement, allowing students to see their progress over time.
Engaging Texts: Featuring three captivating extracts - The Majestic Blue Whale, Against the Ramp, and Whispers of the Hive - students will be immersed in diverse topics that inspire curiosity and discussion. These texts are designed to resonate with students, sparking their imagination and enhancing comprehension skills.
SATS Style Questions: Prepare your students for assessments with shorter questions that mimic the SATS format. Students can collaborate in pairs to tackle comprehension questions, reinforcing their understanding while building teamwork skills.
An additional SATS tips text is provided to share with the students prior to the exam.
Equip your students with the tools they need to excel in reading while fostering a passion for literature. Our resource is not just a tool; it’s a pathway to building lifelong learners who are confident in their reading abilities.
This pack is designed to support students in preparing for the picture prompt question in AQA GCSE English Language Paper 1. It contains two key components:
Descriptive Writing Model Unit
Descriptive Writing Plan
Together, these resources provide a structured approach for students to improve their descriptive writing skills and achieve higher marks in the exam. It is particularly useful for students with additional needs such as dyslexia.
Descriptive Writing Model Unit
The Descriptive Writing Model offers an example response to a picture prompt. It showcases advanced vocabulary, sentence structures, and literary techniques. Students can use this model to understand the expectations of the exam, focusing on how to create vivid, atmospheric descriptions. The model is broken down into key components, such as:
Targeted Vocabulary Practice: The resource highlights challenging words and phrases from the model response, divided into syllables, to help students improve their spelling, pronunciation, and reading fluency. This section encourages active engagement with complex language, enhancing students’ confidence in using sophisticated vocabulary in their writing.
Sentence Openers: Students are also provided with a set of sentence starters to inspire their own descriptions. By practicing these openers, they can develop more varied and creative introductions to their descriptive passages.
The short unit finishes with an Independent Writing Task based on a picture of a desert.
Descriptive Writing Plan
The Descriptive Writing Plan helps students structure their response to a picture prompt by dividing the scene into distinct sections. These sections include:
Foreground
Middle Ground
Background
Weather/Lighting
Characters/People
For each section, students are prompted to think about key sensory details (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste), language techniques (similes, metaphors, personification), and the mood or tone they wish to convey. This clear, structured approach helps students organize their ideas, ensuring that all elements of the picture are described in a cohesive, engaging manner.
Practical and Flexible Use
This resource is designed for use both in and out of the classroom, enabling students to practice independently or with teacher guidance. The combination of a high-quality model and a structured planning tool helps students develop their descriptive writing skills with confidence. It is versatile enough to be adapted to any picture prompt, making it ideal for exam practice.
By using these resources, students can enhance their descriptive writing abilities, ensuring their responses are detailed, well-organized, and rich in language techniques, which are essential for success in AQA, GCSE English Language Paper 1.
This comprehensive resource is designed for teachers preparing Year 10 and 11 students for the AQA, GCSE English Language Paper One - Reading. Tailored specifically to support GCSE, English Language students with dyslexia, it includes a full practice paper (reading section) alongside engaging, structured lesson plans. The lessons focus on improving reading fluency, comprehension, and analytical writing skills, helping students build confidence in approaching the exam.
What’s Included:
Dyslexia-Friendly Practice Paper: The practice paper features clear, accessible text with vocabulary support, ensuring that students of all abilities can engage with the material.
Fluency and Vocabulary Exercises: Dedicated sections to help students break down difficult words and phrases, improving their reading speed and understanding.
Model Answers and Mark Scheme: Clear, structured model responses and a detailed mark scheme guide students through the key assessment objectives.
Detailed Lesson Plans: These plans cover reading fluency, vocabulary, text analysis, structural features, and thematic response, complete with student guidance and step-by-step activities.
This resource is ideal for teachers looking to provide targeted exam preparation in a way that is both accessible and effective for all learners, including those with dyslexia. With engaging tasks and practical guidance, it ensures that students with additional needs are well-prepared for the demands of the GCSE, English Language, Paper One: Reading!
This GCSE, English Literature, Macbeth guide is an ideal way to support students with additional needs so they can write an essay in a coherent way.
The guide breaks down an essay into The Introduction, Main Body and Conclusion and shows how to write each stage. It provides examples, key quotations and analysis in a manageable way.
Supporting this guide is a glossary with simple definitions and examples so they can understand the terms used in the guide.
Along with this, is a Headline Summary to remind students of the key characters in the play.
This guide is helpful in supporting students with additional needs such as autism and dyslexia so they can structure their ideas!
This AQA, English Literature, GCSE resource is designed to help students excel in their studies. It provides an overview of essential topics and essay guidance.
It includes:
Summary: A simple summary of the play
Essay Writing Support: Tips and examples to help students structure their essays effectively, including guidance on how to analyze characters and themes.
Practice Questions: Sample questions that mimic the format of the actual exam, give students the chance to prepare thoroughly.
Additional Support: A glossary of key terms related to Inspector Calls is provided.
This resource is designed to enhance an understanding of An Inspector Calls and boost confidence, making it a great addition to any student’s study routine.
The GCSE, AQA English Language, Paper 2 Unit offers a comprehensive set of materials to help students excel in their non-fiction reading and writing skills. These resources are designed to align closely with the demands of the AQA exam, particularly focusing on the skills needed to answer Section A (reading) and Section B (writing). This pack includes model answers, structured guidance, and detailed mark schemes, making it an essential tool for both students and educators. With a focus on key exam techniques, this bundle provides everything students need to confidently tackle the exam.
Firstly, the booklet covers Source-Based Analysis with materials that help students engage deeply with non-fiction texts. The texts are both about experiences of libraries. By offering guided practice in summarising, analysing language, and comparing perspectives between two sources, the resources ensure that students become adept at tackling complex reading questions. For example, students are encouraged to draw contrasts between texts from different time periods, a skill critical for success in Question 2. This comprehensive approach to source analysis ensures that students can identify and explore key differences in language and tone effectively.
In addition, the resource includes a step-by-step guide to approaching the writing task in Question 5. This guide breaks down how to structure a well-crafted non-fiction response, covering essential writing formats like articles, speeches, and letters. The guidance emphasizes key aspects like understanding the purpose, audience, and format (PAF) and the importance of developing a clear argument supported by examples. Through model responses and tips on planning, students learn how to construct logical, persuasive, and technically accurate writing.
The marking guidance within the bundle is particularly valuable, as it offers insight into how examiners assess both AO5 (content and organisation) and AO6 (technical accuracy). The mark scheme helps students and teachers understand how to achieve high marks by addressing the correct use of tone, sentence variety, and vocabulary, along with the importance of coherent structure. Teachers can also use the included model answers to demonstrate different levels of response, helping students see what is required for each band.
In summary, this GCSE, AQA Paper 2 Resource is an invaluable asset for both classroom learning and independent study. By combining targeted practice with detailed explanations of key exam techniques, it helps students build confidence and improve their performance in the English Language exam. Whether used for revision or regular classroom practice, these resources are designed to maximise student potential.
This comprehensive resource bundle provides a detailed and structured approach to preparing students for AQA, GCSE English Language, focusing on both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Each resource is crafted to break down the requirements of these papers, making exam preparation accessible, efficient, and engaging for students. It includes short extracts and model answers to support struggling students.
In Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing, students are guided through both the reading and writing sections. The reading section includes a variety of questions, from simple information retrieval to critical evaluation of language and structure. In the writing section, students are encouraged to develop their descriptive and narrative writing skills through targeted prompts and examples. This resource offers step-by-step instructions and exercises that allow students to practice essential skills, such as analyzing figurative language and crafting sensory-rich descriptions.
Paper 2, which focuses on Writer’s Viewpoints and Perspectives, presents a series of exercises and strategies to help students compare viewpoints across non-fiction texts. Key sections cover how to summarize, compare, and analyze language effectively, with visual tools like Venn diagrams enhancing understanding. Structured methods are provided for tackling each type of question, including comparison techniques and evaluation strategies. This allows students to build confidence in managing the differences and similarities in perspectives presented in two non-fiction sources.
Additionally, the bundle includes targeted revision strategies for Paper Two Question 5, which is the non-fiction writing component. Students will learn how to tailor their writing for specific audiences, formats, and purposes - crucial for persuasive and discursive tasks. This section covers writing forms like letters, speeches, and articles, with a focus on structure, language devices, and technical accuracy. By completing exercises designed to master these skills, students can significantly boost their performance in this section.
The resource pack is designed with both teachers and students in mind. Teachers will find a range of exercises, quizzes, and model answers that can be used in class or assigned as homework, helping to track student progress. For students, the clear explanations, structured guidance, and varied activities ensure that they can develop their skills at their own pace, ultimately improving their confidence and performance in the exams.
Overall, this resource bundle is an excellent investment for anyone preparing for the AQA, GCSE English Language exams. With its focus on both reading and writing skills, it equips students with the tools they need to succeed, from understanding complex literary techniques to crafting compelling non-fiction writing.
This unit aims to improve understanding of the GCSE, WJEC/Eduqas, English Language - Component One paper. It includes an overview of each question type, short extracts, model response, quizzes and assessments. It is ideal for teachers to approach the paper in a methodical and step by step manner.
The Overview and Guide booklet is divided into Reading and Writing. It includes an explanation and requirements for each question type, an example, model answer and quiz/assessment. This allows students to discuss the features of a successful answer and for teachers to focus on different elements.
The second ‘Practice, Extension Booklet’ provides further examples and quizzes that can be used to assess independent learning or to deepen understanding.
There is also a ‘Further Exercises’ booklet to reflect the range of questions in 2 to 5 which can focus on character, relationships or setting.
The structure of the booklet suits students who struggle with the requirements of each question and the overall structure of the paper. A model, creative writing response is also provided.
The resource is effective in helping students build confidence and fluency prior to the examination!
This comprehensive, PDF bundle provides AQA, GCSE English Literature teachers with innovative resources to help students understand and analyze conflict in Romeo and Juliet. The pack includes novelized versions of key scenes, newspaper articles summarizing pivotal moments, and a detailed essay writing scaffold. These resources are designed to make Shakespeare’s language more accessible and to support students in developing a deeper understanding of conflict within the play.
Key Features:
Novel Versions of Key Scenes:
Rewritten in a modern, novelistic style, these versions of Romeo and Juliet make the language and emotions of the characters more accessible to students. The novel format adds detail to the characters’ internal thoughts and emotions, helping students connect with and understand the motivations behind key moments of conflict.
Scenes Included:
Act 1, Scene 1: The opening street brawl sets the tone for the ongoing feud between the Montagues and Capulets.
Act 3, Scene 1: The explosive confrontation between Romeo, Tybalt, and Mercutio that marks the turning point of the play.
Act 5, Scene 3: The tragic resolution in the Capulet tomb, where Romeo and Juliet meet their fates.
Newspaper Articles for Key Scenes:
These engaging newspaper-style reports offer an alternative perspective on key scenes. Written as if by a journalist reporting on the events in Verona, these articles summarize major moments of conflict, highlighting key details in an accessible format. They serve as excellent revision tools, helping students distill the action of each scene into its essential elements.
Articles Included:
Act 1, Scene 1: “BRAWL ERUPTS IN VERONA: CAPULETS AND MONTAGUES CLASH ON THE STREETS!”
Act 3, Scene 1: “ROMEO KILLS TYBALT IN BROAD DAYLIGHT: STREET FIGHT TURNS DEADLY!”
Act 5, Scene 3: “TRAGIC DUEL AT CAPULET TOMB: NOBLE PARIS AND ROMEO DEAD IN SHOCKING LOVE FEUD!”
Essay Writing Scaffold and Model Essay:
This structured essay writing scaffold guides students step-by-step through planning and writing an essay on the theme of conflict in Romeo and Juliet. The scaffold includes sentence starters, key questions, and tips for embedding quotations. Additionally, a model essay demonstrates how to structure a response, integrate evidence, and analyze Shakespeare’s use of language and structure.
Essay Scaffold Includes:
Introduction and topic sentences for each body paragraph
Guidance on how to link quotations to analysis
Prompts to discuss language, structure, and dramatic techniques
Model Essay:
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Who This Pack is For:
This resource is ideal for AQA, GCSE English Literature teachers looking to enhance their students’ understanding of Romeo and Juliet. The combination of modernized scene adaptations, journalistic summaries, and scaffolded writing support is especially useful for students with additional learning needs or those struggling to engage with Shakespeare’s language.