This lesson plan can be used as a standalone revision session or as part of the whole scheme of work covering Macbeth, which is available as a bundle. This scheme of work highlights individual characters and themes rather than following the play scene-by-scene. Each lesson plan links characters to themes and gives reference to form, structure, language and context. The lesson plan is supplied on both Powerpoint and PDF so you have the flexibility of using either or both. The lesson comprises of 20 slides divided into the following sections: Starter: What do the images suggest about appearances and what might the reality be? Task: Students are given five key quotes relating to the theme of appearance Vs reality and they have to discuss them. What does the evidence relating to the theme of appearance Vs reality mean? Explanation of the quotes Revision of Appearance Vs Reality: What do we mean by appearance Vs reality? The words of the witches The witches speak without clarity The witches create chaos Macbeth ignores the witches Banquo ignores the witches too! Human deception Lady Macbeth’s deception Lady Macbeth Macbeth’s deception Macbeth Task: Write two PEELS answering a question on appearance Vs reality - students complete for homework To Sum Up: Appearance Vs Reality This is a comprehensive lesson plan on the theme of Appearance Vs Reality that students really enjoy. They have an opportunity to explore the key ideas; discuss key evidence; apply their knowledge to their essay writing; practice essay writing technique.

This lesson plan can be used as a standalone revision session or as part of the whole scheme of work covering Macbeth. This scheme of work highlights individual characters and themes rather than following the play scene-by-scene. Each lesson plan links characters to themes and gives reference to form, structure, language and context. The lesson plan is supplied on both Powerpoint and PDF so you have the flexibility of using either or both. The lesson comprises of 19 slides divided into the following sections: Starter: What do the images suggest about the Supernatural? Hallucinations: The Dagger The Dagger Imagined The Dagger and Blood Task: How does Shakespeare show Macbeth recognises the dagger as a hallucination and uses it as a justification for killing Duncan? Write answers in PEEL paragraphs Possible answers: Act 2 Scene 1 Explained Blood as a symbol Blood and context Task: How does Shakespeare use the symbol of blood in the play? Write answers in PEEL paragraphs Possible answers Banquo’s Ghost The three apparitions Plenary: Create a Supernatural Timeline This is a comprehensive lesson plan on the Supernatural that students really enjoy.

It might be the end of the term but let’s finish 2024 with a great quiz on Macbeth! This eye-catching Christmas Quiz is presented on Powerpoint and is compiled of 58 multiple choice questions on Macbeth. The questions are divided into five sections and there are approximately 9 - 14 questions based on each act. Students get themselves into groups and together they come up with a Shakespearean name. You only need to supply pens and paper for the answers and a box of chocolates for the winning team! This is a fantastic end to the term and students really enjoy working together whilst revising Macbeth at the same time. Powerpoint Question and Answer Breakdown: Act 1 - 14 questions Act 2 - 14 questions Act 3 - 9 questions Act 4 - 10 questions Act 5 - 11 questions Answers I hope you enjoy this fun class!

This lesson plan can be used as a standalone revision session or as part of the whole scheme of work covering Macbeth. This scheme of work highlights individual characters and themes rather than following the play scene-by-scene. Each lesson plan links characters to themes and gives reference to form, structure, language and context. The lesson plan is supplied on both Powerpoint and PDF so you have the flexibility of using either or both. The lesson comprises of 17 slides divided into the following sections: Starter: What do the images suggest about witches? Who are the witches? The witches appearance The witches and masculinity The witches and pathetic fallacy Task One: What is the point of the first scene with the witches and how does this scene link to the wider text? Possible answers The witches and the prophecies The witches and their influence over Macbeth The witches and their language The witches and evil Task Two: How does Shakespeare present the witches as supernatural? Possible answers The witches key quotations Plenary This is a comprehensive lesson plan on the witches that students really enjoy.

This is a complete lesson plan to help students write an effective piece of descriptive writing. The focus is to help students plan and prepare a piece of creative writing and get pen to paper! This session is appropriate to use with students studying at both Key Stages 3 or 4. No other resources are necessary except for students’ own books. The lesson is compiled of a series of tasks based on an image and are divided as follows: Students identify nouns on the image. List 3 adjectives that describe their nouns. Attempt to use alliteration, simile, metaphor, personification to their ideas. Consider how to plan their piece. Students read a creative writing piece. With a new image they use the strategies from the previous tasks to produce their own piece of creative writing. Plenary: Fill in the blanks and compile a list of eight language techniques which can be used in creative writing. This lesson really appeals to students who don’t like to read or those who struggle to get their ideas down on paper. A great visually appealing session plan that students really enjoy! This resource includes the full lesson plan on both Powerpoint and PDF.

Are you ready for a fun and exhilarating end to Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol? Then look no further than our highly engaging “A Christmas Carol Quiz” - tailor-made for students who have completed studying the text in Years 10 and 11! This is a standalone lesson and is perfect for pre-examination revision; a Christmas Quiz; or consolidation of knowledge. This captivating quiz consists of eight rounds of questions based on Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol which will keep pupils in high spirits as the module concludes. Perfect for NCT or supply teachers or the more experienced teachers who wish to use it as the basis for speaking and listening and discussion activities. This resource is for students studying the text at GCSE or Key Stage 3. Each round comprises of 10 questions and are separated into the following sections: Round 1: Stave 1 Round 2: Stave 2 Round 3: Stave 3 Round 4: Stave 4 Round 5: Stave 5 Round 6: Context Round 7: Who Said… Round 8: Define the Words Each round is then followed by the answers. This is a fun and interactive lesson which students really enjoy! Please leave a review if you have time.

This “Bundle” is a highly visual revision resource for all students who are studying J.B. Priestley’s An Inspector Calls. Each section is divided and separated by alternative designs. This makes this resource perfect for visual learners and also students who are revising key information for their forthcoming GCSE examinations. This resource is perfect as a revision aid for both students and teachers and comes in both PDF format for printing and Power-point for presentation for classwork and revision. The sections are divided into the following sections: Key Character Quotes Plot: Act One Plot: Act Two Plot: Act Three Timeline: Family Celebrations plus key quotes Timeline: The Inspector Arrives plus key quotes Timeline: Mr Birling refuses to accept responsibility plus key quotes Timeline: Sheila accepts responsibility plus key quotes Timeline: Gerald refuses to accept responsibility plus key quotes Timeline: Mrs Birling refuses to accept responsibility plus key quotes Timeline: Eric accepts responsibility plus key quotes Timeline: The Inspector’s final speech plus key quotes Context: J.B. Priestley Context: Early 20th Century Context: Victorian Influences Context: The class system in 1912 Context: The class system in 1945 Theatrical Stagecraft and dramatic devices Form Structure Themes: Social Responsibility - key quotes Themes: Generational Divide - key quotes Themes: Gender - key quotes Themes: Class - key quotes This resource is perfect as a revision aid for both students and teachers and comes in both PDF format for printing and Power-point for presentation for classwork and revision.

This lesson plan is a must for all students who are studying Shakespeare and are trying to get to grips with the sonnet structure. This is perfect for students studying at Key Stages 3 or 4. This is an interactive and fun session making the structure of the sonnet less intimidating. The session helps student’s understand Shakespeare’s writing by applying his sonnet structure to their own sonnets. There are additional foot notes for teachers on: meter; iambic measure, the iambic pentameter and the structure of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18. The lesson comprises of 12 slides divided into the following sections: What is a sonnet? Revise figurative language techniques Compile a list of your “Top Ten” techniques Structure of a sonnet Revise meter Revise iambic measure Iambic pentameter What’s Your Problem? Explore Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18 Write your own sonnet Plenary: Devise three more problems

This is a standalone lesson complete with fun activities that students engage with and enjoy! Perfect for newer teachers or supply as no preparation or resources are required - except for children’s English exercise books! A perfect lesson for children studying at Key Stage 3 or 4 and for those learners that really find inference reading analysis tricky. The lesson is broken down into: Ice-breaker: Language riddles What is figurative language? Figurative Language can do different things Types of figurative language: Simile Metaphor Personification Alliteration Hyperbole Idioms Spot the language device Idiomatic expressions an their meanings Humorous hyperbole Plenary and recap Please let me know what you think - but only if you have the time!

An extremely thorough 23 slide dyslexic friendly lesson plan covering the context for Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. The resource can be used over two or three sessions and gives learners plenty of opportunity for further research. The resource is ideal for learners studying Frankenstein at Key Stages 3 and 4. The resource covers: Mary Shelley Mary Wollstonecraft William Godwin Percy Shelley Autobiographical Links The Age of Enlightenment The Romantic Movement Scientific Discovery Galvanism Social Unrest Gender Paradise Lost Prometheus Myth The Gothic Genre Science Fiction

A complete lesson on what the soliloquy reveals and how writer’s, specifically Shakespeare, use it as a dramatic form. No other resources are needed - except student’s English books! This lesson is excellent for Key Stage 3 and 4 students who are studying Shakespeare or drama and there is plenty of opportunity for students to practice their speaking and listening skills as well as their writing skills. This lesson also works well with SEN students because teachers can adapt the lesson towards more towards speaking and listening participation. This is a standalone lesson but would fit well into any SOW that is focused on Shakespeare. This makes it perfect for NQTs; cover teachers; supply teachers; and of course English and drama teachers! The Power Point covers: What is a soliloquy? The purpose of a soliloquy Written Task One: Write your own internal thoughts What a soliloquy reveals Shakespeare Soliloquy in action! Written Task Two: List what a soliloquy can reveal Plenary Please leave a review - if you have time!

Revision lesson for GCSE students studying Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and it is appropriate for all examination boards. A 20 slide Power Point covering all the main themes followed by questions on each theme for students to consider. This lesson works well as a stand alone session - so perfect for cover teachers, supply teachers or NQTs. Equally, it is an excellent revision lesson before any assessment, mock exam or - the real thing! Contents: Good Vs Evil Questions About Good Vs Evil Violence Questions About Violence Repression Questions About Repression Religion Questions About Religion Friendship Questions About Friendship Women and Femininity Questions about Women and Femininity Appearances Questions About Appearances Curiosity Questions About Curiosity Lies and Deceit Questions About Lies and Deceit Violence Questions About Violence Please write a review - if you have time!

A two page colour coded knowledge organiser on: An Inspector Calls. A perfect revision tool for all GCSE students. Aimed at AQA learners but it can also be used for all examination boards. Each section is colour coded, which makes it perfect for visual learners! Sections are divided as follows: Synopsis Character Breakdown and key traits Themes: Social Responsibility, Age, Class, Gender, Capitalism/Socialism, Workers Rights and Hypocrisy Subject Terminology: Allegory, foreshadowing, pathos, hubris, dramatic irony, Ouspenky’s Theory of Time, cyclical narrative Context: Worker’s rights, 1912, 1945, Socialism, Capitalism, class Dramatic Devices: Setting, lighting, dramatic irony, morality play, characterisation Key Quotes for each character If you have time - please leave a review!

A visually appealing, colour coded revision resource covering all of the key quotes for the characters in Romeo and Juliet. This five paged resource covers the key quotes for: Romeo Juliet Nurse Friar Laurence Lord Capulet Lady Capulet Tybalt Lord Montague Prince of Verona Mercutio Benvolio All quotes are colour coded, referenced and contextualised to support students who are learning their quotes. It also helps them to formulate their PEEL paragraphs. Perfect as a standalone revision resource to support student’s revision at home or in school. As well as a support within the lessons whilst perfecting character analysis.

A colour coded one page knowledge organiser on A Christmas Carol - perfect for visual learners! This is a perfect prompt for students and an excellent revision aid for students studying at Key Stages 3 and 4. The revision aid covers: Plot Key Themes Character summaries Key quotes Form and structural features Context Key vocabulary If you have time - please leave a review!

A dyslexic friendly 45 slide Power Point covering the social, historical and literary background of Macbeth. A thorough and detailed GCSE revision resource that can be spread over several lessons or, alternatively, over one intense lesson before an assessment, mock examination or perfect for the real thing! The Power Point covers: What context is Synopsis of Macbeth Genre Catharsis Setting Pathetic Fallacy William Shakespeare Soliloquy Popularity Shakespeare wrote for the monarch King James l 17th Century Patriarchal Society Succession and Order Animals react to the disorder The real Macbeth Who should have authority? Disturbing the natural order The Divine Right Going against God Witchcraft and King James The impact of witchcraft Society’s fears Witches tended to be women Religion The threat of assassination Punishment for treason Can you spot a witch? Recap! Also included: There are additional notes which makes this resources ideal for NQTs and supply teachers, as well as teachers delivering or revising context. Two comprehension worksheets complete with answers (5 Pages) Macbeth glossary (3 Pages) Visual time line of Shakespeare’s plays complete with relevant historical events (1 Page) If you have time - please leave a review!

A one page colour coded knowledge organiser on Macbeth. A perfect revision tool for all GCSE students. Aimed at AQA learners but it can also be used for all examination boards. Each section is colour coded, which makes it perfect for visual learners. Sections are divided as follows: Synopsis: Overview of the plot broken down into acts Shakespeare’s methods Language: Symbolism; light and dark imagery; blood motif Structure: Rhyme; order of ideas; foil Form: Soliloquy; dramatic irony; hamartia; blank verse; prose Characters Context: Witchcraft; patriarchal society; divine right of kings; great chain of being Key Themes and key quote: Appearance Vs Reality; violence; supernatural; ambition; femininity; deception; guilt; evil; regret If you have time - please leave a review!