Handy revision sheet on Catrin for the Edexcel poetry anthology contains a question sheet 10 exploratory questions about the poem and an answer sheet with thoughtful and perceptive answers to the analytical questions. Also contains a model exam response comparing how tension is presented in Catrin and The Class Game.

50 slide PowerPoint with detailed analysis of 10 key quotations from Scene 11 of the play along with critical discussions about the final scene and a band 5 model essay about the ending. For analysis of key quotations from all scenes, try my bundle: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12899413

For students aiming to really impress their examiner in their pursuit of grade 9, here are a summary of 8 critical perspectives into Macbeth’s character to help meet and exceed the criteria for A03. Includes Marx, Freud, Aristotle, Machiavelli, feminism, Locke and Jung.

Highly detailed line by line annotations for Valentine by Duffy (for the Eduqas poetry anthology) to help students develop their analysis of this poem to help move towards grades 7-9.

Part of a series of superhero-themed comprehension worksheets from a reading intervention I ran with Year 6 and Year 7, this text focuses on Iron Man’s origins from the Marvel franchise. Students read the 500 word text and answer the comprehension questions. The answers are included.

Part of a series of superhero-themed comprehension worksheets from a reading intervention I ran with Year 6 and Year 7, this text focuses on Captain America from the Marvel franchise. Students read the 500 word text and answer the comprehension questions. The answers are included.

Line by line annotations for Hawk Roosting by Ted Hughes for the Eduqas poetry anthology. Aimed at helping students gain a more comprehensive understanding of the poem’s main ideas and message to help reach grades 7-9.

100 Key quotations for The Handmaid’s Tale on one A3 for ease of printing and to assist revision.

Part of a series of superhero-themed comprehension worksheets from a reading intervention I ran with Year 6 and Year 7, this text focuses on Captain Marvel’s origins from the Marvel franchise. Students read the 500 word text and answer the comprehension questions. The answers are included.

47 slide PowerPoint analysing Scene 10 in detail. Includes detailed analysis of 12 quotations from Scene 10 with a focus on Williams’ use of plastic theatre in this pivotal scene. There is also a blank template for students to have a go at exploring the quotations themselves first. Also includes a range of discussions on this critical scene.

A grade 9 815 word response to the following question which was a question on the EdExcel 2022 paper: In what ways is anger significant in An Inspector Calls?

Using appositive phrases in your English literature responses will improve the sophistication of your writing. If used correctly, they will impress your examiner. Here are some examples on how to use appositive phrases when writing about the 6 main characters in A Christmas Carol.

A grade 9 style response examining how Romeo and Juliet’s relationship is presented.

Lesson looking at The Light Gatherer. Includes an engaging starter, a range of comprehension and exploratory questions, detailed annotations of the poem, high level model paragraphs. Overall, an ideal introduction for teachers who are new to teaching Feminine Gospels. Also contains a range of essays at bands 2, 3, 4 and 5 exploring the theme of motherhood in the collection.

A detailed lesson that is ideal for teachers new to teaching this poem. It includes an engaging starter, line by line annotations of the poem, comprehension questions, a quotation comparison activity, two example high level paragraphs following by an analytical task looking at the theme of motherhood in the collection.

A grade 9 response exploring how Dickens presents the suffering of the poor in A Christmas Carol.

Using appositive phrases in your English literature responses will improve the sophistication of your writing. If used correctly, they will impress your examiner. Here are some examples on how to use appositive phrases when writing about the 6 main characters in the following texts: Macbeth Romeo and Juliet A Christmas Carol An Inspector Calls Lord of the Flies Animal Farm

A revision sheet analysing 8 key quotations by Friar Laurence in Romeo and Juliet.

A 15 page booklet analysing the key quotations from every scene of A Streetcar Named Desire. A great revision guide. I give this to students and ask them to use it to help create timelines to chart the development of characters and themes across the play.

Using appositive phrases in your English literature responses will improve the sophistication of your writing. If used correctly, they will impress your examiner. Here are some examples on how to use appositive phrases when writing about the 6 main characters in An Inspector Calls.