This Christmas writing activity is a fun and engaging way of helping students to develop their narrative writing skills. There are eight writing prompts based around the idea that the penguins are making trouble for Santa on the eight days up to Christmas Day. The prompts can be used individually or as one long story to be completed by groups. It is designed to be easily adaptable to class size and ability and can be used with students working alone, in pairs, or right up to groups of eight. There are both color and black and white versions for easy printing. All versions are in PDF so it is possible to use them in pdf read/write apps on student devices too. Included are; 1. CrosswordPuzzle–32 seasonal words (color and bw) 2. WordSearch–32 seasonal words (color and bw) 3. Picture prompts(8each in color and bw) 4. Student instructions print 5. Teacher instructions print #Altogether 25 PDF pages All of the images used in this resource are from the free image site Pixabay.

In Japan there is a tradition that the mothers of children of kindergarten age provide their children with a lunchbox two or three times a week to take with them to school. Usually, these are made early in the morning along with breakfast. A lot of effort goes into making a tasty, nutritious and visually appealing meal that will be put into a small lunchbox called a ‘bento’, which is then wrapped in a colorful cloth napkin. The images in this pack can be used with classes of all ages and backgrounds, and in different ways according to the teacher’s skills and inclinations. Following is a list of the contents and some possible uses. 1. A set of 50 high quality JPEG images that can be printed out for use in games and tasks of many kinds. 2. A 14 page PDF document of the same images grouped into sets of 4 that can be used for bingo, matching or comparison type games. 3. A Powerpoint 14 slide presentation of the same 4 grouped images for demonstration purposes, or classroom quizzes. There are sample questions in the notes section of each slide, which are aimed at kindergarten/elementary level, but can be altered to suit the level of the class. 4. A Keynote presentation for Mac or iPad users, which contains the same 14 slides and information as the Powerpoint. All the images in this pack are copyrighted for personal and educational use.

This is a short augmented reality lesson using iPads for learning the elements of Gothic horror. Students will use their iPads and a set of trigger images to find a set of fun videos that outline the major elements of a typical gothic horror story. For this lesson, students must have use of an iPad, wifi enabled classroom and have installed the free augmented reality app 'Aurasma'. The lesson contains; 1. Nine black and white jpg trigger images that can be printed up to B4 size. 2. Four page student print containing instructions on how to download and install the Aurasma app and use it. Also note taking and writing page for the lesson along with a brief history of Gothic Horror with links to important works in the genre. 3. Four page teacher print containing same as the student print plus answers and instructions for teachers. These materials are also included in the 'Gothic Horror - A Multi Media Introduction' product also available in TES my store. Gothic Horror Elements - A Multimedia Introduction

Keynote is presentation software similar to Powerpoint that is produced by Apple Computer and can be used on a Mac or iPad. Be aware that this is the latest version (2014). Please download the preview if you are unsure if it will work on your computer. This lesson is an overview of the story of Ernest Shackleton and the crew of the Endurance during their two years trapped in the wilderness of the Antarctic. The story is told with the aid of a timeline of the expedition in the medium of a Keynote - similar to a Powerpoint presentation but a lot more versatile! There is a need in literature and social studies classes to evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats including visually and aurally. This Keynote Presentation is an engaging way of reaching this standard. The lesson contains; 1. A Keynote which contains 21 slides that tell the story visually, with humorous speech bubbles, and full narration. There is also a short quiz and the last part contains a short online video of a journal entry from a fictional member of the crew. The Keynote can be used by a teacher using a computer or iPad connected to a TV, electronic blackboard or projector. Alternatively, it can be used directly on student's iPads as a self study resource similar to an e-book. 2. A pdf file of materials to use with students, including a one page text outlining the story as well as learning materials for new vocabulary, listening and reading comprehension quizzes and a journal writing exercise. 3. A full set of teachers notes and explanation on how to use the Keynote along with a contact e.mail for enquiries. If you have any questions about using Keynote, please feel free to contact me through TES. An alternative version of this product using a 'Prezi' can be found on my store here; Ernest Shackleton Prezi

Here are the first two videos of my Jekyll and Hyde series included in one pack at a discount of 30%. These are animated movie adaptations of the book and as in most such cases they do not adhere strictly to the original work. I made them with the idea of using different media as a comparison to the Robert Louis Stevenson work. More details of each can be found at each of the individual product pages which are still available as single resources. The movie and comic book style script included her are a fun and engaging way of introducing students to this classic gothic horror story. The materials included would be ideal for bringing the story to younger learners or students of ESL As well as the videos, of these resources also include; 1. Two comic book style versions of the movie script in PDF. One in colour which can be used for presentation purposes by the teacher or on students devices such as notebook computers or iPads. The other is BW for easier printing. Both comic books also include writing and question tasks at the end of the story. 2. A PDF worksheet for students to practice some of the vocabulary which may be new to them. This also includes a separate answer print. 3. A teacher explanation outlining the purpose and uses of the video and comic book and also containing the answers to the questions on the comic book. Total number of pages for this product is 29 (PDF comics and worksheets) Similar video lessons I have produced include; Jekyll and Hyde Video - Part 1 Jekyll and Hyde Video - Part 2

This is part two of my 6 part series of Robert Louis Stevenson's Doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde. It is an animated movie adaptation of the book and as in most such cases it does not adhere strictly to the original work. I made it with the idea of using different media as a comparison to the Robert Louis Stevenson work. This second video covers the part of the story where the lawyer Utterson attends a party at the house of his friend, Dr. Henry Jekyll. Later, after the other guests have left he has a discussion with Jekyll about the dangers of his relationship with Edward Hyde. Later, a maid witnesses a late night altercation between Hyde and an old man that results in the evil Hyde murdering the old man. The movie and comic book style script included her are a fun and engaging way of introducing students to this classic gothic horror story. The materials included would be ideal for bringing the story to younger learners or students of ESL As well as the video, which is in mov format, this product also includes; 1. Two comic book style versions of the movie script in PDF. One in colour which can be used for presentation purposes by the teacher or on students devices such as notebook computers or iPads. The other is BW for easier printing. Both comic books also include writing and question tasks at the end of the story. 2. A PDF worksheet for students to practice some of the vocabulary which may be new to them. This also includes a separate answer print. 3. A teacher explanation outlining the purpose and uses of the video and comic book and also containing the answers to the questions on the comic book. Total number of pages for this product is 29 (PDF comics and worksheets) Similar video lessons I have produced include; Jekyll and Hyde - Part 1 Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

This is a combination of two of my published Picture Prompts at a discount of 25%. Both of these are still available as individual products at the links below. Story Writing Prompts for Adventure Mystery and SciFi Date with a Monster Both sets consist of picture prompts with essay writing templates, and large image slides which can be laminated and used according to the teacher's wishes. All of these are PDF files. The 'Date with a Monster' resource contains a simple set of picture prompts using cartoon images of monsters for stimulating the imagination for the writing of diary entries and newspaper interviews. These are divided into 18 picture prompts of two different sets of materials for a 'Date with a Monster' diary writing, and an 'Interview with a Monster' reporting task. They can be adapted for most levels and an explanation of how they can be used in the classroom is included. The 'Story Writing Prompts for Adventure Horror Mystery and SciFi' can be used for ESL classes and would also be suitable for younger students and others that may require further practice in writing and making short stories that have a beginning, middle and conclusion. These are divided into four topic areas; adventure, mystery, horror and scifi. There are four of each type with or without prompts, so the teacher can decide which to use based on the needs of the individual student or class. A more detailed explanation can be found in my TES store on the respective pages of each resource. Please use the links at the beginning of this text to view both.

Great for Halloween, fill in classes or end of term lessons. A simple set of picture prompts using cartoon images of monsters for stimulating the imagination for the writing of diary entries and newspaper interviews. These are divided into 18 picture prompts of two different sets of materials for a 'Date with a Monster' diary writing, and an 'Interview with a Monster' reporting task. They can be adapted for most levels and an explanation of how they can be used in the classroom is included. Materials included: 1. A set of 18 PDF color slides that can be printed out and laminated. These are for use with the date with a monster task. There are 9 male and 9 female monsters included. This resource also contains writing prints for the student's diaries, and a guidance page to give students some ideas for its use. 2. A set of 18 PDF picture prints with sections to write a newspaper report based on an interview with a monster. There are 9 male and 9 female monsters included, along with a guidance page to give students some ideas for its use. 3. A teacher's notes section outlining the uses of the two resources included in this lesson pack. There are similar lessons in my TES store. Please check out the links below; Picture Prompts - Horror and Mystery Stories Picture Prompts - Fantasy and Mystery Stories Picture Prompts for Adventure Horror Mystery and SciFi

Two of my best selling multimedia resources for autumn. Lessons for teaching the history of Halloween and Bonfire Night. These are fun and engaging lessons that can be adapted to most levels and contain a mix of comic book style readers, videos and PDF worksheets and quizzes. Great value at 30% off the price of buying the two lessons individually. The Bonfire Night Lesson contains a video download, while the Halloween History movie is a YouTube video link. For more detailed explanations of each lesson please visit the individual sites of each by following the links below. Bonfire Night Halloween History

My aim in creating this graphic reader is to provide a concise, clear and interesting introduction to the history of Halloween, from it’s roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain through it’s mixing with and absorption by other religions such as the Roman festivals of Pomona and Feralia and the Catholic celebrations of All Saints Day and All Souls’ Day through to the customs it has taken on in the modern era such as trick or treating and others. I’ve also added ‘odd facts’ about Halloween to each page to add some humour to the subject. RESOURCE CONTENTS 1. An eleven page PDF color version of the graphic reader and a second set of word and review quizzes for each of the five pages of the text. This can be used on iPads or any other electronic device as a slide show or in a book reader. 2. The same PDF comic in black and white for easy printing. 3. Three sets of writing prompts to extend the topic. The first is a timeline summary exercise of the history of Halloween. the second is a set of story prompts to write Halloween animal themed horror stories. The third is a set of essay prompts for writing a comparative essay between the customs of Halloween and other similar worldwide festivals such as Mexico’s ‘Day of the Dead’, China’s ‘Hungry Ghost’ and Japan’s ‘Obon’. 4. There are also some simple word games such as a word search, cross word and hangman for students to review some of the language used in the text. The first two are PDF prints. The hangman game is html with a link for the teacher that can be give to students who have suitable devices. 5. Teachers notes page. 6. As of October 16th 2017 I have added a youtube animated video to this which teachers can use as an introduction, review, or students can access on their own devices. You can find similar products at the links below; https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/history-graphic-readers-comic-book-style-11537790 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ww1-life-in-the-trenches-comic-book-11155177 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/women-s-suffrage-comic-book-11081943

This resource provides a fun and engaging way of practicing simple story writing. With that aim in mind I have put together some of the materials I use in my own ESL classes and believe they would also be suitable for younger students and others that may require further practice in writing and making short stories that have a beginning, middle and conclusion. The picture prompts can be divided into four topic areas; adventure, mystery, horror and scifi. There are four of each type with or without prompts, so the teacher can decide which to use based on the needs of the individual student or class. I have also provided a teacher guide to some of the ways these prompts can be used, including a method where the students write different parts of each essay in groups. The materials include: 1. Large image slides with 3 title prompts each in color. There are 16 of these that can be laminated for repeated use with students - PDF 2. 16 essay task sheets with image only - PDF 3. 16 essay task sheets with image and beginning sentence - PDF 4. Teachers Notes - PDF # Most of the images used in this product are my own and are copyrighted as such. Three of the images are from a copyright free image site called Pixabay. If you have enjoyed this product there other similar resources in my store:

This is the second part of my Jekyll and Hyde comic book series. A twelve page graphic novel based on chapters 3 and 4 of the original work. The language has been edited to appeal to learners of ESL/EFL or it can be used as an introduction to younger readers of the Robert Louis Stevenson classic or any student who enjoys graphic novels. Some parts of the story are different to the original so this resource can also be used as a comparative media alternative. I have provided materials for this purpose in the product. The materials included are; 1. Two comic book style versions of the movie script in PDF. One in colour which can be used for presentation purposes by the teacher or on students devices such as notebook computers or iPads. The other is BW for easier printing. Both comic books also include writing and question tasks at the end of the story. 2. A teacher explanation outlining the purpose and uses of the comic book and also containing the answers to the questions on the story. Total PDF pages - 26 This comic book is also part of a larger resource containing an animated video of the story and extra vocabulary practice materials for students who need this kind of resource. Both are at a discount price for a short time and can be found here; https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/jekyll-and-hyde-comic-book-part-1-11560156 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/jekyll-and-hyde-comic-book-part-1-11560156

This is the first part of my Jekyll and Hyde comic book series. An eight page graphic novel based on the First section of the story entitled 'Story of the Door' . The language has been edited to appeal to learners of ESL/EFL or it can be used as an introduction to younger readers of the Robert Louis Stevenson classic or any student who enjoys graphic novels. The materials included are; 1. Two comic book style versions of the movie script in PDF. One in colour which can be used for presentation purposes by the teacher or on students devices such as notebook computers or iPads. The other is BW for easier printing. Both comic books also include writing and question tasks at the end of the story. 2. A teacher explanation outlining the purpose and uses of the comic book and also containing the answers to the questions on the story. Total number of pages for this product is 18 (PDF). This comic book is also part of a larger resource containing an animated video of the story and extra vocabulary practice materials for students who need this kind of resource. It can be found here; https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/jekyll-and-hyde-part-1-video-multimedia-lesson-11532456

My second fun and engaging interactive murder mystery that can be adapted for any student grade. The focus of this one is on witness observation and deduction from visual and aural clues within the story. This resource can be used to practice a variety of different skills, including the basics of listening, writing, vocabulary and grammar or more advanced skills such as use of inference and critical thinking. Great for regular writing classes, group work, homework assignment or a fun fill in class. The main advantage of this resource is that the teacher can mix and match the materials outlined below to work with any class. There are materials for print only, display (slideshow), multimedia classrooms, or student iPad/laptop use. This gives the teacher the flexibility to make a lesson adapted to not just the age or level of the class, but the available technology as well. In addition, there are teacher explanations for each resource. The materials include: 1. The story video. This is an animated story about a group of 6 people attending a house party to celebrate the owner's purchase of a new painting. There is a blackout and one person will die. The students will watch and listen to find clues as to what happened to the victim and deduce the identity of the murderer. 2. A student task sheet consisting of 8 pages in PDF, containing and outline of the story, resources for recording the timeline and suspect movements, the murder scene, suspect motives, story cards and print for essay writing. 3. A set of separate motive cards with pictures of the suspects. In color and black and white. 4. The same suspect motives as a short movie. This is available as an online video. It can be used where listening is the focus of the lesson. 5. A separate worksheet for new vocabulary for those students that need it. 6. A 12 page PDF explanation resource for teachers. 7. As of November 2017 have added a small video of the suspect motives to this, along with a promo Youtube video of part of the movie. Altogether this resource contains 34 pages in PDF. If you've enjoyed this resource please take a look at my best selling product; Murder Mystery - Video Based Interactive Detective Story This is also part of a 3 part Murder Mystery Bundle; Murder Mystery Activities for All Levels

This is a silent movie of Edgar Allen Poe's, 'The Raven'. It takes the form of an illustrated presentation with animated text and pictures. There is a suitable musical background but no recitation of the poem. It was made using Apple Keynote software before exporting to video. The video is in m4v format and is 8 minutes long. This resource is suitable for use as an introduction to the poem. It can also be used in the classroom or on students notepads/laptops to learn about the poem, practice recitation, or research various aspects about the poem, including new words, tone, assonance, internal rhyme and historical references. For those who have access to Apple products I have also included the first two stanzas of the poem in the original Keynote format, which can be used as a teacher's aid. I am offering this video at a low price for a short period of time, and will add the full Keynote version of the poem later. Earlier, if anyone requests it. The short Keynote is 7 slides long. The full Keynote (coming later) has 42 slides. This resource can be combined with my 'The Raven - Comic Book, which is also available in my store here; https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-the-raven-by-edgar-allan-poe-comic-book-11121052

This is part one of what will be a 6 part series of Robert Louis Stevenson's Doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde. It is an animated movie adaptation of the book and as in most such cases it does not adhere strictly to the original work. I made it with the idea of using different media as a comparison to the Robert Louis Stevenson work. The first video covers the beginning of the story where Utterson discovers Hyde late one night and later persuades him to pay compensation for his ill treatment of a young girl he had knocked over and stepped on. The movie and comic book style script included her are a fun and engaging way of introducing students to this classic gothic horror story. The materials included would be ideal for bringing the story to younger learners or students of ESL As well as the video, which is in m4v format, this product also includes; 1. Two comic book style versions of the movie script in PDF. One in colour which can be used for presentation purposes by the teacher or on students devices such as notebook computers or iPads. The other is BW for easier printing. Both comic books also include writing and question tasks at the end of the story. 2. A PDF worksheet for students to practice some of the vocabulary which may be new to them. This also includes a separate answer print. 3. A teacher explanation outlining the purpose and uses of the video and comic book and also containing the answers to the questions on the comic book. Total number of pages for this product is 28 (PDF comics and worksheets) Similar materials I have produced include; https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/frankenstein-by-mary-shelley-video-introduction-to-the-author-and-book-11118759 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/frankenstein-animated-video-2-captain-walton-letters-11310037

Bob is walking along minding his own business when suddenly he is abducted by an alien to take part in an anatomy class, and Bob is the subject!! Humorous video designed to act as an introduction to the subject of anatomy. It can be used with young students in a science class or as a listening topic for students of ESL/EFL. The resource also has 9 pages of PDF materials which includes; 1. A page of MC questions about the video. 2. A cloze listening exercise. 3. A word definitions worksheet covering some of the more difficult vocabulary. 4. A double puzzle for practicing the same words. 5. There is also a link to an online version of the movie for those who prefer.

This is the story of Trixi Triceratops who after an early demise on a sunny Jurassic beach finds a new life 65 million years later as a popular fossil in a museum. This movie describes the formation of fossils in an engaging and informative way and would be useful as an introduction to the topic of fossils for young students or learners of ESL. The resource contains 11 PDF pages; 1. The movie available on TES as a .m4v file. 2. A PDF worksheet in two parts. The first part is an introduction to the formation of fossils with questions, and the second part contains questions relevant to the video. 3. An answer sheet with teacher instructions for both. 4. A word definitions exercise to accompany the PDF worksheet. 5. A reading and vocabulary review sheet. 6. Short internet based homework task. All work is my own. All pictures were obtained from Commons sources.