3 lessons that explain the exam process, how to answer a question and planning an answer for the IGCSE poetry comparison exam question. Suitable as a revision aid or to supplement an existing scheme of work, the powerpoint includes model paragraphs and longer responses, scaffolds and a tablemat resource that can be printed on A3 and used as further scaffolding. Useful for years 10 and 11.

A lesson focusing on analysis of dramatic monologue used in the poem ‘My Last Duchess’ by Robert Browning. The poem is annotated and there is contextual information along with group activities and individual work. Suitable for a higher ability year 10 class or a mixed ability year 11 group. Can be used to supplement an exisiting scheme of work or as a standalone lesson in the vein of an unseen poem.

A KS3 Year 8 lesson in which students explore and then practise using oxymoron. Extracts from Act 3, scene 2 are used as a stimulus. Opportunities for group work and additional challenge are included. Originally taught online, easily adaptable for in class learning.

A pair of lessons preparing for a writing assessment task in which they will need to write a soliloquy from Romeo’s perspective after he has killed Tybalt. Examples of modelled writing and scaffolds are included. Suitable for a mixed ability Year 8 class.

A lesson which aims to develop student understanding of what makes imagery effective in creative writing using the short story, ‘All Summer in a Day’ by Ray Bradbury. The lesson is scaffolded with discussion tasks and writing frames. Prior knowledge of the text is required. Suitable for a higher ability Year 7 group or a mixed ability Year 8 group.

A 6 week scheme (15 lessons) of learning that explores Gothic conventions and a range of extracts from notable works. The unit is writing focused and builds awareness of setting and characterisation. There are additional and optional library resources that focuses on a reading of Jekyll and Hyde (text not supplied). Suitable for a mixed ability Year 9 class.

A pair of lessons using a film title as a writing stimulus, in this case, 'The Road'. Sample writing, planning map resource and structural ideas included. Aimed at a year 10 mixed ability group but could also be suitable for a high ability year 9 group.

A 4-5 lesson unit covering extract analysis of Stave 5 of A Chrismas Carol. Focuses include comparison and contrast, thematic links and language analysis. A Practice exam question and extract with a planning tablemat is included.

An introductory lesson that explores attitudes towards World War 1 and war propaganda. Suitable to use alongside the study of 'War Horse' and as a supplementary lesson for a history scheme on WW1. Useful for a high ability year 7 or mixed ability year 8 group.

A revision lesson focused on extract analysis of Stave 4 of A Christmas Carol. Primarily, the focus is on The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come and how Scrooge's character has changed. Includes a tablemat resource for structuring paragraphs and modelled writing. Suitable for revision of the text, students will need their own copies of the text.

A challenging pair of lessons that explores Shakespeare's 'Witches' Recipe' from Macbeth. First lesson explores some context and ideas along with analysis while the second lesson consolidates analysis skills. Ideally aimed at high ability year 8 at KS3. Includes extract with key, notes with ideas are included in the PowerPoint.

A revision lesson aimed at developing a response to an unseen poem. There are comprehension questions and a brief, step by step process for unpacking an unseen poem. Suitable for an iGCSE syllabus or to supplement a GCSE poetry study SoW as a one-off.

5 lessons of activities to supplement study of An Inspector Calls. Students will need copies of the text. This would suit those just encountering the text or as additional revision activities for a GCSE class.

A lesson exploring ideas of nature and conflict within A Midsummer Night's Dream. An extract analysis and comprehension questions based on Titania form the main task. Would supplement an existing scheme on A Midsummer Night's Dream. Suitable for a high ability year 7 group or a mixed ability year 8 class.

A lesson that focuses on developing a response to an exam question on Journey's End. Suitable as revision for a GCSE group, the practice questions can be worked through as activities after explaining the powerpoint.

A lesson focusing on collaborative writing using stimulus images related to A Midsummer Night's Dream. There are three separate tasks to allow for choice and an opportunity to peer assess. Suitable for supplementing an existing scheme or as creative writing practice as a one-off.

Three lessons that focus on extract analysis on Oliver Twist and The Artful Dodger followed by a reading exam style lesson. There is a feedback/forward task after the exam lesson that allows students to consolidate skills. Examples of modelled writing are included. This would supplement an existing scheme on Oliver Twist and be suitable for a high ability year 7 group or mixed ability year 8 class that have already studied the text. It would also be useful as extract comparison practice.

A pair of lessons that focus on language devices and performance using the poem 'Dulce et Decorum Est' by Wilfred Owen. The first lesson explore the poem through freeze frame activities and group work while the second lesson develops analysis of language devices within the poem with a modelled example. Originally used with a mixed ability year 8 group, this would also work with a high ability KS3 year 7 group and could supplement a war poetry scheme or as a standalone pair of lessons. Prior knowledge of simile, metaphor and emotive language is expected.