An informative lesson that analyses the writers’ use of emotive language. The lesson identifies modal verbs with tasks identifying the strongest to the weakest in modality. Includes example questions on effects created by modal verbs and the identification and analyses of other language devices used for effect. Exemplar responses to various exam style questions are given. Resources include: PowerPoint Extracts Example questions Example answers Modal verbs resources.

This is a really interesting lesson that focuses on Paper 2 Q5: Writing Skills (letter) This lesson can either be used in isolation or as a follow up to the ‘Trend to Trash’ Reading Skills Focus, also listed on here. The key theme is ‘Fast Fashion - Trend to Trash.’ Identifying fast fashion brands such as: Nike, Shein, Temu, Zara etc… Inclludes: 11 page PowerPoint Intro to PAFL: Purpose,Audience, Form and Language Paper 2 Q5 Example Letter Guidance on AO’s 5 and 6 Letter template Sandwich and filling resource (letter) Ingredients for Success Checklist Bookmark Draw it like Dali Exit Ticket

This lesson can be used as a follow on from my previous Black Mirrors (Reading Skills) Lesson or it can be used as a stand alone lesson that focuses on article writing. Key focus AQA Paper 2 Q5 - Transactional Writing - Article Q5. Includes: 9 Page PowerPoint Recap of: purpose, audience, form and language. Interesting embedded video addressing social validation and rating system in China. Example Q5 - Write an article for a newspaper… AO 5 and 6 explained Example article written for students, ’ The Quest for Likes: The Perilous Journey of Social Media.’ Article template for lower ability learners Peer assessment statements for plenary

This lesson can be spread over two hours, easily. A 24 page PowerPoint addressing what makes a good piece of descriptive writing with examples and strudent guidance… Includes: recipe for descriptive writing task. language features re-cap sensory writing re-cap Edgar Sawtelle short extract language and its effect tasks Images with guided tasks sentence grid resource ‘Lighthouse’ link to watch accompanied by description task alternative writing tasks about storms how to box plan with examples.

This lesson can be used for both KS3 and KS4 students. It can also be used by students following all exam boards -it is none specific. Includes: Five page PowerPoint Activities on: hyperbole, imperative,alliteration and repetition. Includes agree and disagree statements Includes article ‘Let’s Put the Brakes on Teen Drivers.’ Exploration of rhetorical techniques and label tasks. Persuasive writing task.

Employability diamond 9, to list keywords - a great motivational worksheet to use when considering skills that are the most and least important. Includes a list of key words Includes a diamond 9 template

Six effective dual coding marking and feedback grids to use for English Language and Literature - can also be used for peer assessment and self-assessment.

A fab 32 page interactive quiz that I created to aid with the knowledge and understanding of language features. Each quiz question has embedded timers attached to promote engagement in the class room. The quiz can be used as a form of formative assessment, to address misconceptions or to simply just have some fun in he classroom at the end of term. Answers are included. The quiz covers: hyperbole rule of three irony emotive language imperatives and many others. A great buy to take you through a full 1 hour lesson.

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 full lesson that explores the effective use of language techniques in transactional writing pieces. The lesson can be used for both GCSE or pre- GCSE. Key Elements: Discuss/debate the controversial statement in the lesson. Identify the differences between tabloid and broadsheet newspapers - create mind-maps, perhaps bring in own examples to demonstrate the differences. Address key language techniques. Address the effectiveness of presentational devices and why they are used to engage. Brainstorming and annotations of key statement. Final ‘Big Question,’ creating an article for a broadsheet newspaper.

A flexible lesson that can be used for either KS3 or KS4. Features an introduction to Marley’s Ghost and the Ghost of Christmas Past The lesson includes: a sixteen page PowerPoint quizzlet links, allowing studentsto match up words with their definitions or synonyms. Key vocabulary tasks: pairing up synonyms with answers. cloze activity extract from A Christmas Carol finding evidence tasks - four questions synonym tasks comprehension questions on both ghosts.

A nine page PowerPoint introducing some of the characters from Romeo and Juliet. The lesson explores symbolism and metaphor of key characters in the play. Can be used in Year 6 or Year 7 to help understand the characters and personalities. The PowerPoint addresses: the significance of names what is in a name: Romeo, Juliet, Tybalt, Mercutio big question ‘who is Romeo and what role does he have in the play as a whole?’ who is Mercutio and what role does he play? who is Tybalt and what does his name symbolise. making predictions

A 22 page PowerPoint that explores the differences between broadsheet and tabloid newspapers - focusing on layout and structure, Leans towards the skills required for Paper 2: question 5. Comes complete with a sample structure grid to write a paired plan when answering the question. Additionally, provides teacher top tips for answering the question with time management strategies when referring to the exam. A great lesson to introduce the art of structuring non-fiction writing or can be used to re-cap and reflect on skills required prior to the exam.

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.

At times, students lose track of plot and character with Jekyll and Hyde but fear not, I have created a summary of all ten chapters that can be used alongside the novella to organise key quotes, helping to build whole text links and keep on top of the plot.

A fabulous lesson, that can be used to aid with struggling readers. All reading clinic PowerPoints are created by me, using the successful Toe by Toe reading methods and techniques. Pack Includes: A 13 page PowerPoint. Task 1: Focus on ‘er’ and ‘ing’ endings. Task 2: Putting words into context. Task 3: The two sounds of ‘oo’ Task 4: Putting words into context. Task 5: Real words revisin task. -This pack also contains five activity grids from the Toe by Toe book to aid with the consolidation of learning. Identification of modal verbs in a description slide. There are other lessons in this series that effectively boost struggling readers and aid with literacy skills. Are also extremely effective with dyslexic learners.

A beneficial one page document that contains over 70 key character quotations from the play, these can be matched to thematic links. All quotaions are from key characters. Resource can be used as an introduction to character or as a revision tool to reflect on character and theme.

A 17 page PowerPoint that addresses all key elements on the 11 plus English paper for 11 Plus. Lessons includes: opposites, e.g. celebrates - commemorates grammar: subject, noun, verb simple. compound and complex sentence types shuffles sentences (8 pages of tasks) synonym and antonym tasks Really informative and a great way to get started with revision tasks when studying for 11 Plus in English

A great 10 page lesson that explores key themes and motifs in the poem. A great introduction for Year 9/10 into poetry and annotations. Lesson includes: a thorough introduction to ‘Blessing’ by Imtiaz Dharker. a 10 page PowerPoint the poem and summary tasks to explore clear annotations and questions that address key ideas in the poem. a key learning question that addresses the themes of poverty. an example answer to explore in class.

A 25 page exploration of unseen poetry, using William Marshall’s ‘Tramp.’ Key Elements include: A copy of the poem A copy of an exam style question Identifying the term ‘unseen.’ Identifying what is required when exploring unseen poems. Exam top tips. Annotating of poem and using PEE statements required for exam skills.