This is just a short presentation to review Reported Speech questions,commands and requests. It contains grammar rules and famous quotations for exercise. I hope you will find it useful.

This lesson is designed to help students review the literary elements in lyric poems. Through this lesson, students will be able to compare different types of lyric poems and appreciate them from different perspectives. They will also learn, through this lesson, how the stylistic techniques used in the poems help illustrate the theme. To acquaint students with poetry by an African American poet from the Harlem Renaissance. This lesson will serve as a springboard for student written poetry.

In this lesson, secondary students at Level B 1 and above learn about New Year’s resolutions and other New Year traditions by listening to Bob Dylan’s radio show and song  “The Times They Are a -C hangin” Many people around the world make resolutions at the start of a new year. This lesson focuses on New Year’s resolutions and other New Year traditions . The lesson begins with an activity to introduce vocabulary related to common resolutions young people make. Learners then listen to Bob Dylan on the Theme Time Radio Hour talks about the history of the most popular New Year’s Resolution and do a comprehension quiz This is followed by a discussion about Bob Dylan’s song - "The Times They Are a -C hangin’, New Year traditions and learners end the lesson by discussing how much the world depends on changing ourselves (ie. changing our own decisions, actions and resolutions) You can use a student worksheet for this lesson, or a presentation for a no-printing option.

So I Ain’t No Good Girl” by Sharon Flake is a short story about a rebellion teenage girl going through a realistic problem in a relationship. This worksheet contains reading comprehension and reading analysis questions , language and vocabulary tasks and two responsive writing prompts.

This worksheet can be used as an introduction to direct speech by using short animated movie. I have included a presentation and link to video that I used in classroom.

Worksheet on Zero Conditional based on short text with lots of exercises.

As a follow up to our study of different poetic forms and techniques, students now begin to see poetry in the music they listen to every day. This is collaborative presentation in which groups of 5 students select some meaningful issue in the study of poetry and popular lyrics, take a position on that issue, analyze it as if it is a poem and then present an argument to the whole class. My resource consists of PDF document and PowerPoint presentation. I included : Description and instructions Procedure and Tips Structure of presentation Group members - roles Guidelines for good oral presentation List and Examples of Literary Devices Peer and teacher evaluation / evaluation criteria In -class essay (an exmaple)

This is fun lesson plan with lots of listening and speaking activities that are text based. Students worksheet explores topic of IQ and EQ.

This material is an abridged text of Max Shulman’s excellent story Love Is a Fallacy. The first part of the lesson consists of reading comprehension and answering questions The second part is dedicated to Language in Use (words and phrases from the text), then a grammar task - reported speech and finally a task for creative writing. I hope you will like it and find it useful. If you like the material, please leave a comment. Thanks

This is weet and cheerful material for your class. It is about Distorted Fairy Tales, but the material is intended for slightly older children. We start the class with an introductory quiz about fairy tales, followed by a task in which we determine the elements of a fairy tales. In the second part, we read and work on the text comparing the two versions of Little Red Riding Hood. At the end, the students write their Twisted Fairy Tale and we hold a class fairy tale writing competition. Peer feedback is included in this material. I hope you will enjoy this cheerful material. I would love to hear your opinion, so please leave a comment. Thanks

Your students are going to love deciphering and solving puzzles in this creepy, 360° digital escape room. This activity is designed to work for a laptop, tablet, or smart phone. Students will solve a series of clues based on the story “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe in order to crack the master lock and escape the room. This game entails reading comprehension skills, finding textual evidence, and making inferences. Great for review and reinforcing skills. Promote team building, cooperative learning, and deductive reasoning Included in this download are teacher instructions, student instructions (digital), the master lock graphic organizer, answer keys, and a reflection sheet (optional). NOTE : While using this resource, you must have a wi-fi connection and the ability to access the following sites: Google Forms, Youtube.com, Kuula.co, and JigsawPlanet.com. I cannot fix any issues for you. Before purchasing, please check to ensure you will be able to use these sites. ALL firewall issues that occur are on your end in your school/district restrictions. It is your responsibility to ensure the links will work prior to your purchase.Please check that these websites are not blocked by your district’s filter before purchasing.

I have done this material as a project. It consists of a short quiz as an introduction to the topic of fairy tales. Then we deal with the terminology and elements of fairy tales and short stories. It is followed by writing a short story as a practice of what has been learned so far. We finish this part of project with class discussion . Second part of the unit is group work. Students will receive a project outline , roles within the group and assessment criteria. I have attached a powerpoint presentation that you just need to show on a projector and pdf document for the group project - Once Upon a Time and Questionably Ever After. *** Last but not least, I included a link to Fairy Tale Escape Room. You can use it as an introduction to the theme or anywhere you see it fits .If you experience any problem with the link or have any further questions regarding this material,feel free to contact me @ rebellious.teach@gmail.com This project lasted approximately 2 weeks but you can adapt it to your needs. I sincerely hope that you and you will like the material and find it useful.

Topicabout mental illness provides a window into stress and the toll it takes on young people. Youth today are experiencing more stress and anxiety than ever before. As a teacher you never know exactly what students are dealing with in their lives so topics that they can directly relate to should be treated very delicately. Through this (and not only this) unit students will have a better understanding and respect for individuals who are dealing with issues of depression, alienation and stress. Teachers can help normalize these feelings and behaviors through everyday discussion, everyday interaction and finding ways to help develop an understanding of the students experience. This lesson plan includes step by step lesson plan for teachers, students worksheet with warm up activity, comprehension questions, vocabulary and language exercises, role play activity. It is based on famous Radiohead song Just. Enjoy!

Exploring Perspectives on Death through Poetry, Music, and Media In this lesson, students analyze how the theme of dying is explored in different mediums: Tupac Shakur’s song “Me Against the World,” Dylan Thomas’s poem “Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night,” and a scene featuring Dr. Bailey from Grey’s Anatomy. Through listening, reading, and watching, students examine the emotional, philosophical, and practical perspectives on mortality, resilience, and legacy. They compare the defiance and vulnerability expressed in each work, while also reflecting on their own views about life and death. By engaging in creative and analytical activities, students learn how art, literature, and media can deepen our understanding of universal human experiences and inspire empathy, courage, and hope.

Summary: Carol Ann Duffy’s “Valentine” This lesson introduces students to Carol Ann Duffy’s unconventional love poem, “Valentine,” which uses the metaphor of an onion to represent love’s complexity. Students will examine the poem’s imagery, tone, and themes, contrasting it with traditional symbols of love like roses and chocolates. Through group analysis, class discussions, and a creative writing activity, students will explore how Duffy challenges romantic clichés and offers a raw, honest perspective on relationships. The lesson encourages critical thinking and creativity, culminating in students writing their own poems inspired by unconventional symbols of love. Key Skills: Literary analysis (metaphor, imagery, tone) Creative writing Discussion and collaboration

Short and sweet introduction to Passive Voice.

Behind the Song – Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush meets Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë This worksheet explores the literary and thematic connections between Kate Bush’s song “Wuthering Heights” and Emily Brontë’s novel Wuthering Heights. It is structured into several parts, combining literary analysis, comprehension tasks, creative activities, and language-focused exercises. Learning Objectives This worksheet helps students: Understand key themes in both the song and the novel. Analyze the use of literary techniques in different mediums. Develop critical thinking through comparison and interpretation. Explore their creativity through imaginative writing and discussion tasks. This comprehensive and engaging resource deepens students’ appreciation of both texts while honing their literary analysis and creative skills. **Contents of the Worksheet : ** Warm-up Questions Introduces students to key themes such as love, obsession, and emotional conflict. Prompts students to consider their initial impressions of Cathy and Heathcliff’s relationship. Part 2: Literary Analysis of Song Lyrics Includes multiple lyrics from “Wuthering Heights” for analysis. Key topics: Themes of longing, separation, and obsession. Imagery and symbolism (e.g., “cold,” “window”). Emotional tone and its relationship to the novel’s themes. Comparison between Cathy’s perspective in the song and her portrayal in the novel. Part 3: Literary Extracts from the Novel Provides several excerpts from Wuthering Heights for analysis, such as: Catherine’s “I am Heathcliff” speech. Her anguish and declaration, “I cannot live without my soul.” Reflections on love, identity, and destruction. Questions focus on: Characterization of Catherine and Heathcliff. The role of nature as a symbol of their wild love. Themes of longing, obsession, and death. Connections between the novel and song. - Language in Use Task Analyzes literary techniques like metaphor, repetition, tone, and imagery. Encourages students to identify these techniques in both the song and the novel. -** Comprehensive and Comparison Questions** Guides students to compare themes, characters, and emotions in the song and novel. Highlights similarities and differences in how both texts portray Cathy and Heathcliff’s love story. Extension Activities and Creative Task Creative writing prompts, such as reimagining a scene from the novel or writing a new verse inspired by the song. Discussion prompts for deeper exploration of the themes, including the influence of nature and societal expectations. Answer Key Detailed explanations for all questions, covering: Song lyric analysis (themes, tone, symbolism). Literary analysis of novel excerpts (characterization, emotional tone, and symbolism). Comparative insights between the song and novel.

Overview of the Lesson: Robinson Crusoe – The Original “Survivor” This engaging and interdisciplinary lesson uses Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe as a springboard to explore themes of survival, resourcefulness, teamwork, and persuasion. Over five class periods, students will delve into the story’s core themes while participating in creative, hands-on, and analytical activities. Lesson Objectives: Analyze Crusoe’s survival strategies and emotional resilience. Encourage creativity and teamwork through problem-solving activities. Develop persuasive speaking and critical thinking skills. Connect literary themes to real-world survival scenarios. This document contains a book project for “The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe” by Daniel Defoe. The document outlines several chapter summaries that describe Crusoe’s physical and psychological journey, including his initial despair, building shelter, and confronting isolation. It also notes themes of the novel like survival, self-discovery, and the human spirit enduring adversity. Material includes: PowerPoint Presentation of the entire project and all assignments for students Text about the real Robinson Crusoe Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe Key Facts Extracts from THE ADVENTURES OF ROBINSON CRUSOE with comprehension questions and additional tasks ( Chapter I. ‘Wanderlust’ , Chapter III. ‘Shipwrecked”, Chapter IV Forces of Nature’) 5.Robinson Crusoe : The original Survivor - Group Project - students pretend to be on a deserted island and have to learn to survive Who will survive – persuasive speech Peer feedback I’ve also included pictures of what the project looked like in my classroom if (just for an idea).

The lesson plan, combining the themes of Valentine’s Day and the song “Where Is the Love?” by Black Eyed Peas, is designed to help students explore the deeper meaning of love beyond romantic expressions. It emphasizes love as kindness, empathy, and social responsibility. Students start by discussing the concept of love and its broader implications. They then listen to the song, analyze its lyrics, and connect its themes to real-world issues and Valentine’s Day’s message of compassion. The lesson includes creative activities, such as writing reflections, poems, or crafting Valentine’s Day cards inspired by the song. It concludes with students sharing their creations and being encouraged to perform acts of kindness. This engaging, music-based approach to learning promotes critical thinking, creativity, and social awareness while celebrating Valentine’s Day in a meaningful way.