An engaging PowerPoint, identifying the skills required for comparing writers’ attitudes and methods, using a controversial extract from Katie Hopkins- sure to get debates going in the classroom. Key Elements: Silent starter task - identifying attitude and methods from image. Guided reading and annotation of text ‘Rescue Boats, Id Use Gunships to Stop Illegal Migrants.’ - Katie Hopkins. Guided reading of second extract, demonstrating an opposing attitude toward migrants. Writers’ attitude grids provided to aid with identifying attitudes demonstrated in both texts (lower ability resource) Exemplar response to exam style question Extension task, comparing how two different writers convey their attitude toward London - extracts provided on PowerPoint. A great lesson to really enthuse and engage learners.

An instructive PowerPoint with engaging resources that identify writers’ attitude, explaining how these attitudes are conveyed within a text. Key Elements: Emoji wheel starter task - identifying POV and supporting with statements to demonstrate understanding. Review reading - skimming and scanning task. Full annotation of review- identifying POV, language and technique. Identifying methods used to convey attitudes. Paired activity - can also be completed as a carousel exercise. Homework provided: Identifying a writer’s attitude to homework, using extract provided. Includes in depth annotation. Extension tasks: ‘Cornwall: A Love Affair That Last a Lifetime.’ Comes with full annotation of POV-Methods-Language Analysis.

Informative lesson that focuses on the annotation of a range of quotations - underpinning the various ideas linked to language analysis and the effects on a reader. Highlights the skills required for the exam specification. Key Elements: Silent starter - read the resource provided - summarise writer’s point of view through his use of language. Grid used to capture ideas from Orwell extract ‘Road to Wigan Pier.’ Identification of imagery, adverbials and powerful adjectives - why and how are they effective? What do we think of the writer’s thoughts? Annotation of quotations with reference to techniques - THINK or FEEL - PICTURE or IMAGINE. Your turn tasks ‘analysing the use of language in a text.’ Resources Include: -PowerPoint Reading extract Language analysis grid.

An informative PowerPoint and resources that address subject specific terminology, accurately. Key Elements: Silent Starter Mix and Match - term to definition. Why is analysis of key word and phrase important. Annotation of two texts. Quotation explosions, identifying language and effect. Deliberate language choices task - notably adjectives and adverbials. Example of exam questions ‘How characters use language to express emotion.’ Exam question ‘identifying how language can influence a reader.’ Annotation of extract ‘Why Bother with Breakfast.’ A full PowerPoint and resources provided.

A informative PowerPoint with resources that underpin comparison skills required for the exam. Teaching learners how to demonstrate understanding of a text and select a range of relevant quotations to support findings. Key Elements: Summary starter task to compare and contrast images. Skills re-cap - true or false task based on a number of statements. Comparison between a 19th and a 21st century extract. Addressing point of view. Addressing status, roles and housework between the two sources. Example comparison response. Resources Included: Images for comparison. Summary grids for comparison (differentiated chart for lower ability groups) Extract A and B (19th and 21st Century Example response 10 page PowerPoint

A thorough lesson with resources that explores the understanding of closer reading and how to apply these skills in exam situations. Can be used to suit both lower ability and higher ability students. Activities aid to stretch the idea of implicit meaning and how to dig deep when analysing both word and image. Key Elements: Identifying key details in a text and selecting a range of relevant quotations to support findings. Recall activities from both word and image. (images supplied) Recall activities - closer reading tasks using: Fergal Keane ‘Letter to Daniel’ and Owen Jones ‘There’s More Bleak News for Young People’ 2015. Analysis of word and phrase, using ‘Letter to Daniel.’ Non Fiction ‘comment’ article or ‘opinion’ piece, using Owen Jones extract. Resources include: 15 page Powerpoint Both reading extracts Collection Grids Images for recall tasks

A comprehensive overview of Paper 2: Section A - Reading. Focusing specifically on both explicit and implicit skills and ideas required for the exam. Key elements of lesson: Inferring meaning and key word tasks: infer, imply etc… Confident readers activity to demonstrate understanding of explicit and implicit meaning, using ‘Mail Model’ extract. Recap and reflection tasks to assess understanding of Section A. Resources Included: 16 page PowerPoint Images required for inference activities ‘Mail Model’ passage.

A lesson and resources that focus on the key elements required for exciting writing! Package includes: Settler task - Chernobyl funfair image and task prompts. Recap and reflections on language techniques, notably PEARMS. Application of PEARMS and sensory writing feature tasks using a moden funfair image. Identifying semantic fields. WAGOLL for annotation of PEARMS, other language techniques and sensory descriptions. Includes fairground word bank and success criteria. Self-assessment activity linked to AQA mark scheme.

An action packed adventure lesson based on heroes and villains. Key Elements: Recognition of key character traits and how to apply a range of language features to describe. Designing a superhero or villain, using the various resources provided. Crafting an imaginative description, focusing on how to use a range of sentence types for effect, using the resources provided. Resources include: ‘Guess Who’ Heroes and Villains worksheet with images. A female superhero template. A male superhero template. A captivating 21 page PowerPoint.

An engaging Wizard of Oz themed lesson that focuses on the tools required for writing creatively and imaginatively. Includes the following wonderful resources: Sensory writing visual starter activity. This also recaps knowledge of various language devices. Language features ‘Help me Out’ guide. A descriptive writing WAGOLL for annotation. Core and extension tasks provided. PA task with instructions Check Point Stop ideas to assess for learning. A Success Criteria to craft an imaginative description. Reflect-Recap-Revise Language Features Bingo task. Packed full of prompts and great ideas to engage learners. x6 separate resources Includes full lesson plan

An introduction to exploring unseen poetry - identifying: emotive language, themes and tones in ‘Love is a Losing Game.’ Amy Winehouse and ‘Valentine.’ Carol Ann Duffy. Key skills addressed: language, form and structure. Helping students to develop informed responses and interpretations of a poem. Includes: Core, extension and challenge activities for poem annotation ‘Love is a Losing Game.’ Amy Winehouse and ‘Valentine.’ Carol Ann Duffy. Two practice exam questions, featuring one on comparing the two poems. A great PowerPoint that I have used many times to explore subject terminology, structure and tone in poetry.

An extremely informative revision guide, ideal for studying and understanding the characater, plot and context of Priestley’s play. Complete with 22 PowerPoint slides, packed with activities and resources to aid with understanding and revision of the play. Plot summaries Revision activities Key quotes Character notes Key context Exam practice questions Mark scheme Model paragraph An excellent resource for students who may be sitting their AQA Literature paper, this year 2022.

A fabulously engaging scheme of work that incorporates all of the tools required to produce a creative and engaging piece of writing - KS1 and KS2 will absolutely love the theme and topics covered in this series of lessons. The lessons have been based on a fictional character who travels through the rainforest/jungle. The lessons are sold in a bundle but can be sold separately. Overview: Comprising of many engaging activities that observe: ‘show dont tell’ techniques, sensory writing descriptions including QR code that links to visual stimulus, senses web, spelling tasks each week, relative pronouns and expanded noun phrases. Resources: 7 PowerPoint Lessons QR codes Two page knowledge organiser Marking Ladder Sentence improvement resource Story mountain resource Spelling suggestions that link to topic and themes of lesson Word bank Glossary I have used this resource many times for whole class sessions and individual private tutoring lessons. The students really enjoy how interactive and vibrant the lessons are and they can also associate with the key character who takes them through the journey of creative writing.

A detailed account of how to anaylse poetry - using, Dulce et Decorum Est. This 17 page PowerPoint identifies language features, key quotations - their effectiveness and impact on a reader. Stretch and challenge tasks included that look at developing personal responses and analysis of word and phrase. Includes: Independent tasks: up-skilling vocabulary and vocabulary match up. link to a visual resources. The poem with key annotations. An example exam question with a step by step approach to answering. Self-assessment task.task with resource sheet. Colon and semi-colon Homework task.

A detailed34 slide PowperPoint that looks specifically at the understanding of comparision skills and how to compare two poems with examples. Looking specifically at 'Blessing, by Imtiaz Dharker and ‘Two Scavengers.’ Includes: Example of annotated poem, highlighting: language, tone, structure, themes, ideas and imagery. Example grid, demonstrating a range of quotations and their particular effects. A link to listen to both poems. A link to watch ‘Two Scavengers.’ Brainstorm ideas to compare themes of both poems Example of a comparison WAGOLL. Exam style question with a framework/guide how to answer the question.

A comprehensive 23 page PowerPoint lesson that addresses the following skills and concepts: Synonyms/antonyms Comes with a technical glossary to support understanding of key words and terms Inference and deduction activities Exploring vocabulary tasks A step by step annotation of the extract La Paz extract included.

This 25 page PowerPoint looks at how to identify language, tone and structure. Includes the following: Historical context slides about Pakistan. A complete breakdown of each stanza. Identifying key vocabulary and analysing language for effect. Comprehension questions to consolidate learning. Extension activity included.

AQA Paper 2 - Question 2 focus ( topic homelessness) " Use details from both texts and write a summary of the differences between the two." A full comprehensive lesson that aids with the understanding of Paper 2, Question 2. Lesson pack includes: Source A - Sophie Haydock Source B - Arthur Munby Core - extension - challenge activities Clip to watch ‘Simon on the Streets.’ (excellent to promote information retrieval skills) All write round robin resource Example Q2 teacher answer

A fun packed and interactive lesson for the all time favourite: ‘Mrs Frisby and the Rats of Nimh.’ Lesson pack includes: A 15 page PowerPoint containing activities to support Chapter 1 and 2 of Mrs Frisby and the Rats of Nimh. Predictions crystal ball resource Cloze activities Chapter summaries A successful lesson that aids engagement and focuses on guided reading.

Guided revision workbook - AQA English Language Paper 1 and 2. An extensive guide to aid student revision. Includes: 23 pages of a range of extracts, exam questions, success criteria and self-assessment activities. AQA English Language audit post session reflection.