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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.
Family - German Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity
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Family - 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 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. 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.
Changing Face of the Family Part 2  -  German Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Changing Face of the Family Part 2 - 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 changing face of the family, linking to family and relationships in today’s society. 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 ‘Changing face of 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.
Changing Face of the Family Part 1 - German Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity
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Changing Face of the Family Part 1 - 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 changing face of 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. 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.
Causes of Arguments - German Bubble Sheet - Reading and Comprehension activity
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Causes of Arguments - 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 causes of arguments, linking in with family and relationships. 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. FREE samples are available in all 3 languages in my TES shop on the cultural topic of the calendar and festivals, and another is available on the topic of charity work.
Spanish dictation bundle – KS3 and KS4
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Spanish dictation bundle – KS3 and KS4

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BUNDLE INCLUDES KS3 and KS4 French Dictations - a total of 215 dictations! SAVE 25%. A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). The KS3 dictations (yr 7-9) cover a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE and include gap fills and comprehension activities. 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 and comprehension activities. 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 are tiered and can be used for read aloud and translation 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.
German dictation bundle – KS3 and KS4
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German dictation bundle – KS3 and KS4

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BUNDLE INCLUDES KS3 and KS4 German Dictations - a total of 215 dictations! SAVE 25%. A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). The KS3 dictations (yr 7-9) cover a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE and include gap fills and comprehension activities. 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 and comprehension activities. 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 are tiered and can be used for read aloud and translation 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.
French dictation bundle - KS3 and KS4
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French dictation bundle - KS3 and KS4

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BUNDLE INCLUDES KS3 and KS4 French Dictations - a total of 215 dictations! SAVE 25%. A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). The KS3 dictations (yr 7-9) cover a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE and include gap fills and comprehension activities. 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 and comprehension activities. 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 are tiered and can be used for read aloud and translation 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
One a week dictation overview
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One a week dictation overview

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This FREE resource details the topics covered by the one a week dictations from year 7 through to 11. The dictation files are available for purchase on my TES shop. A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). The KS3 dictations (yr 7-9) cover a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE and include gap fills and comprehension activities. 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 and comprehension activities. 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 are tiered and can be used for read aloud and translation 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.
One a week dictation Overview
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One a week dictation Overview

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This FREE resource details the topics covered by the one a week dictations from year 7 through to 11. The dictation files are available for purchase on my TES shop. A time-saving resource of one a week dictation (40+ weeks, for each year group). The KS3 dictations (yr 7-9) cover a variety of topics to ready them for the new GCSE and include gap fills and comprehension activities. 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 and comprehension activities. 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 are tiered and can be used for read aloud and translation 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.
French bubble sheets - Technology
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French bubble sheets - Technology

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A time-saving bundle of engaging worksheets for GCSE French including reading, comprehension, vocabulary extension, writing, photo description and translations. This bundle includes bubble sheets on social media, mobile phones and technology. Each resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on each part of the topic. 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 multiple writing practice, 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.
French bubble sheets - School, future study and part-time jobs
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French bubble sheets - School, future study and part-time jobs

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A time-saving bundle of engaging worksheets for GCSE French including reading, comprehension, vocabulary extension, writing, photo description and translations. This bundle includes bubble sheets on school, part-time work and future study. Each resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on each part of the topic. 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 multiple writing practice, 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.
French bubble sheets - House, home, chores and region
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French bubble sheets - House, home, chores and region

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A time-saving bundle of engaging worksheets for GCSE French including reading, comprehension, vocabulary extension, writing, photo description and translations. This bundle includes all bubble sheets related to house and home. Each resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on each part of the topic. 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 multiple writing practice, 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.
French bubble sheets - Holidays
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French bubble sheets - Holidays

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A time-saving bundle of engaging worksheets for GCSE French including reading, comprehension, vocabulary extension, writing, photo description and translations. This bundle includes past and future holidays and travel and tourism. Each resource provides students with vocabulary acquisition, practice and production on each part of the topic. 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 multiple writing practice, 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.
Social Media - French Bubble Sheets - Reading and Writing
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Social Media - 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 social media. 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 ‘Social Media’, 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.