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I have been a teacher and leader of MFL for the past 33 years. I am passionate about making MFL more accessible to all and particularly stretching and challenging the more able to reach those top grades at GCSE. I have been a MFL Consultant since 2008, (for the SSAT) and since 2011 independently. I am a published author of 'The Key To Spanish Grammar' (OUP), and I have written various Spanish KS3, GCSE writing and A level packs for Zigzag Education. I am currently writing for Pearson.

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I have been a teacher and leader of MFL for the past 33 years. I am passionate about making MFL more accessible to all and particularly stretching and challenging the more able to reach those top grades at GCSE. I have been a MFL Consultant since 2008, (for the SSAT) and since 2011 independently. I am a published author of 'The Key To Spanish Grammar' (OUP), and I have written various Spanish KS3, GCSE writing and A level packs for Zigzag Education. I am currently writing for Pearson.
Last holiday - past tense  -  German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Last holiday - past tense - German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of a last holiday using the past tense. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the German for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘Last holiday’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop in French on the topic of charity work.
Life at school -  German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Life at school - German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of life at school. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the German for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘life at school’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop in French on the topic of charity work.
Charity Work  -  German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Charity Work - German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of charity work. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the German for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘Charity work’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop in French on the topic of charity work.
Town & Region  -  Spanish Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Town & Region - Spanish Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of town and region. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the Spanish for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘town and region’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop in all languages on the topic of the calendar and festivals, and another in French on the topic of charity work.
KS4 French Dictations - One a week dictations (43 weeks in year 10, 26 per tier yr 11) - 89 TOTAL
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KS4 French Dictations - One a week dictations (43 weeks in year 10, 26 per tier yr 11) - 89 TOTAL

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A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). Designed for KS4 covering a variety of topics to ready them for GCSE. See the FREE downloadable content overview resource. For each week you will find the English version of the text, which is the same for this resource in French, German and Spanish making it simple for multilingual departments. Year 10 dictations contain a variety of activities including comprehension questions, gap fills, ‘find the foreign language for’ and ‘true, false or not in the text’ activities. Year 11 dictations cover 26 key weeks in the run up to GCSE exams, both foundation and higher dictations are provided and can be used for read aloud and translation activities too. The texts are suitable for revision, to improve students range of vocabulary, knowledge of phonics, grammar structures and overall comprehension. The texts can be used for read aloud practice and translation too. The texts have been designed with many years of teaching experience in mind and a strong understanding of the demands of GCSE, providing stretch and challenge but also scaffolding to support all learners. These resources have been proofread by two native speakers to ensure accuracy and the best quality.
KS3 German Dictations - One a week dictations (40+ weeks for years 7-9) - 126 TOTAL dictations
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KS3 German Dictations - One a week dictations (40+ weeks for years 7-9) - 126 TOTAL dictations

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A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). Designed for KS3 covering a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE. See the FREE downloadable content overview resource. For each week you will find the English version of the text (which is the same for this resource in French, German and Spanish making it simple for multilingual departments), the target language version of the text and gap fills or comprehension activities. The texts are suitable to support students to get ready for the new GCSE and can additionally be used for read aloud tasks, comprehension tasks and translation too. The texts have been designed with many years of teaching experience in mind and a strong understanding of the demands of the new GCSE, providing stretch and challenge but also scaffolding to support all learners. These resources have been proofread by two native speakers to ensure accuracy and the best quality.
KS4 German Dictations - One a week dictations (43 weeks in year 10, 26 per tier yr 11) - 89 TOTAL
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KS4 German Dictations - One a week dictations (43 weeks in year 10, 26 per tier yr 11) - 89 TOTAL

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A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). Designed for KS4 covering a variety of topics to ready them for GCSE. See the FREE downloadable content overview resource. For each week you will find the English version of the text, which is the same for this resource in French, German and Spanish making it simple for multilingual departments. Year 10 dictations contain a variety of activities including comprehension questions, gap fills, ‘find the foreign language for’ and ‘true, false or not in the text’ activities. Year 11 dictations cover 26 key weeks in the run up to GCSE exams, both foundation and higher dictations are provided and can be used for read aloud and translation activities too. The texts are suitable for revision, to improve students range of vocabulary, knowledge of phonics, grammar structures and overall comprehension. The texts can be used for read aloud practice and translation too. The texts have been designed with many years of teaching experience in mind and a strong understanding of the demands of GCSE, providing stretch and challenge but also scaffolding to support all learners. These resources have been proofread by two native speakers to ensure accuracy and the best quality.
KS3 French Dictations - One a week dictations (40+ weeks for years 7-9) - 126 TOTAL dictations
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KS3 French Dictations - One a week dictations (40+ weeks for years 7-9) - 126 TOTAL dictations

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A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). Designed for KS3 covering a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE. See the FREE downloadable content overview resource. For each week you will find the English version of the text (which is the same for this resource in French, German and Spanish making it simple for multilingual departments), the target language version of the text and gap fills or comprehension activities. The texts are suitable to support students to get ready for the new GCSE and can additionally be used for read aloud tasks, comprehension tasks and translation too. The texts have been designed with many years of teaching experience in mind and a strong understanding of the demands of the new GCSE, providing stretch and challenge but also scaffolding to support all learners. These resources have been proofread by two native speakers to ensure accuracy and the best quality.
KS3 Spanish Dictations - One a week dictations (40+ weeks for years 7-9) - 126 TOTAL dictations
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KS3 Spanish Dictations - One a week dictations (40+ weeks for years 7-9) - 126 TOTAL dictations

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A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). Designed for KS3 covering a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE. See the FREE downloadable content overview resource. For each week you will find the English version of the text (which is the same for this resource in French, German and Spanish making it simple for multilingual departments), the target language version of the text and gap fills or comprehension activities. The texts are suitable to support students to get ready for the new GCSE and can additionally be used for read aloud tasks, comprehension tasks and translation too. The texts have been designed with many years of teaching experience in mind and a strong understanding of the demands of the new GCSE, providing stretch and challenge but also scaffolding to support all learners. These resources have been proofread by two native speakers to ensure accuracy and the best quality.
KS4 Spanish Dictations - One a week dictations (43 weeks in year 10, 26 per tier yr 11) - 89 TOTAL
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KS4 Spanish Dictations - One a week dictations (43 weeks in year 10, 26 per tier yr 11) - 89 TOTAL

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A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). Designed for KS4 covering a variety of topics to ready them for GCSE. See the FREE downloadable content overview resource. For each week you will find the English version of the text, which is the same for this resource in French, German and Spanish making it simple for multilingual departments. Year 10 dictations contain a variety of activities including comprehension questions, gap fills, ‘find the foreign language for’ and ‘true, false or not in the text’ activities. Year 11 dictations cover 26 key weeks in the run up to GCSE exams, both foundation and higher dictations are provided and can be used for read aloud and translation activities too. The texts are suitable for revision, to improve students range of vocabulary, knowledge of phonics, grammar structures and overall comprehension. The texts can be used for read aloud practice and translation too. The texts have been designed with many years of teaching experience in mind and a strong understanding of the demands of GCSE, providing stretch and challenge but also scaffolding to support all learners. These resources have been proofread by two native speakers to ensure accuracy and the best quality.
Eating out  -  German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Eating out - German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of food and eating out at restaurants and cafes. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the German for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘Eating out’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop in French on the topic of charity work.
Relationships with the Family  -  German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Relationships with the Family - German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of relationships with the family. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the German for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘relationships with the family’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop in French on the topic of charity work.
Relationships - German Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity
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Relationships - German Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of relationships. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the German for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. However, this resource would also be suitable for KS3 teaching. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop in French on the topic of charity work.
Your next holiday/future holidays -  French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Your next holiday/future holidays - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of future holidays. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the French for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘Future holidays’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop on the topic of charity work.
Last/Past tense Holidays - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Last/Past tense Holidays - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of last holidays using the past tense. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the French for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic 'Last Holiday’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop on the topic of charity work.
Present tense verbs - French Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity
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Present tense verbs - French Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production focusing on present tense verbs. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the French for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. However, this resource would also be suitable for KS3 teaching. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop on the topic of charity work.
My studies - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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My studies - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of school and my studies. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the French for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘My studies’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop on the topic of charity work.
Education Post-16 - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Education Post-16 - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of education post-16. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the French for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘Education post-16’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop on the topic of charity work.
Town and Region - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Town and Region - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing

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This time-saving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of town and region. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the French for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Two tasks facilitate the description of photographs, in preparation for the speaking and writing exams, getting students used to these questions and photos that may be similar to the ones they encounter. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. This resource includes writing practice on this topic ‘Town and region’, reflecting on the vocabulary used in the prior tasks, is broken up into a 40 word, a 90 word and a 150 word task, allowing for use with all levels. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop on the topic of charity work.
Environmental help from the Government - French Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity
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Environmental help from the Government - French Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity

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This timesaving resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on the topic of what the government can do to help the environment. There are a variety of different types of task such as comprehension questions, ‘find the French for’, gap fills and true. false or not in the text which readies students for the styles of questions that they face in GCSE exams. They can also be used to practice and develop reading aloud and dictation skills. Extension tasks are provided to stretch and challenge students which involves understanding more complex vocabulary and translation. However, this resource would also be suitable for KS3 teaching. This resource also comes with answer sheets, making it a perfect resource to support all staff, specialists and non-specialists. Could even be used for effective cover and peer assessment. Resources have been proofread by two native speakers. A FREE sample resource in this style is available in my TES shop on the topic of charity work.