Using visual cues such as colour backgrounds and visual spelling/reading methods, the booklet is ideal for students who struggle to read due to an additional need such as dyslexia. The booklet is divided into Chracter, Plot, Themes and Key Scene Sections, with opportunity to practice the reading and spelling of key vocabulary using colour codes. At the end of the booklet there is an assessment section that includes a key word spelling activity. You will receive a copy of the PDF in peach, orange and yellow so that you can choose whichever booklet background is suited to the student’s preference. The booklet is also suitable for ESL learners.

This comprehensive guide is designed to help GCSE students excel in both the reading and descriptive writing sections of the AQA English Language Paper 1. It provides clear, practical strategies for approaching each type of question, with step-by-step advice and model responses tailored to exam requirements. Reading Section: Extract and Practice Questions: The extract is taken from a historical novel set in the early 1900s… Typical AQA questions are provided to assess comprehension. In-Depth Question Guidance: Detailed advice on how to respond to each question type, from basic information retrieval to deeper analysis and evaluation. Model Answers: Example responses to show students how to structure answers, use subject-specific vocabulary, and apply evaluative language. Exam Skills: Strategies to help students identify key information, understand how to interpret language and structure, and analyze the writer’s techniques effectively. Descriptive Writing Section: Practice questions: A picture prompt and story writing task is provided. Exam-Specific Tips: Tailored advice for AQA Paper 1, focusing on breaking down the task, using strong topic sentences, and structuring responses to maximize marks. Model Descriptive Paragraphs: High-quality example paragraphs that demonstrate effective use of descriptive techniques and language choices. Self-Assessment Checklist: A checklist to help students review and refine their work, ensuring they meet exam criteria for high marks. An additional extension activity is provided in which a student writes an email to explain how to succeed in Question 4. Perfect For: Teachers seeking comprehensive resources for teaching both reading and descriptive writing skills Students aiming to improve their understanding of reading comprehension and creative writing techniques Tutors looking to support students with exam preparation for AQA English Language Paper 1 This guide will help students build confidence in their reading and writing skills, offering structured guidance and practical tools for exam success.

This unit aims to improve understanding of the GCSE, WJEC/Eduqas, English Language - Component One paper. It includes an overview of each question type, short extracts, model response, quizzes and assessments. It is ideal for teachers to approach the paper in a methodical and step by step manner. The Overview and Guide booklet is divided into Reading and Writing. It includes an explanation and requirements for each question type, an example, model answer and quiz/assessment. This allows students to discuss the features of a successful answer and for teachers to focus on different elements. The second ‘Practice, Extension Booklet’ provides further examples and quizzes that can be used to assess independent learning or to deepen understanding. There is also a ‘Further Exercises’ booklet to reflect the range of questions in 2 to 5 which can focus on character, relationships or setting. The structure of the booklet suits students who struggle with the requirements of each question and the overall structure of the paper. A model, creative writing response is also provided. The resource is effective in helping students build confidence and fluency prior to the examination!

This Functional Skills, English (Level Two), Practice Paper is based on the City and Guilds format. Resources are provided to support students with additional needs access its content. The practice paper (reading) is based on the theme of the environment and contains online newspaper/web page articles. The questions are similar in style to the functional skills examination. The writing paper has two questions with accompanying model answers. Two further assessment questions are provided with plans. Along with the Practice Paper and Marking Scheme, a list of words divided into syllables is provided. These should be copied using different colours to aid visual memory. This will help the students memorise the words and read them fluently. A list of key phrases is also given to read prior to the whole texts. In the writing section, key phrases from the model answers are listed for students to familiarise themselves with the content. This resources offers invaluable support for students with additional needs such as dyslexia and will help them to access the exam style/content.

Using vocabulary taken from the a key abstract noun list, the programme introduces language commonly used in reading texts from the SATs English, Reading and Writing papers. Research indicates that explicit teaching of vocabulary improves comprehension and writing. The 41 page course is suitable for a whole school approach to improve the comprehension and use of formal vocabulary across the curriculum. It is an ideal resource for SENCOs, English Language/Literacy Coordinators, English subject leads, teachers and leaders. It is useful for students who need to improve attainment and move into the SATs bands 5 and above. Each section of the main booklet includes picture prompts, speaking and listening activities and gap fills to familiarise students with the targeted words. There is a ‘Show not Tell’ section, which helps students with narrative writing and a story writing activity to show understanding of the key noun. For some words, there are model stories to read with the students. Also provided is a vocabulary graphic order, a vocabulary list and an assessment when the programme has been completed. The resource will improve comprehension and is an effective way to target struggling readers and writers for their SATsl.

Unlock your students’ potential in non-fiction writing with this comprehensive resource designed specifically for Eduqas/WJEC GCSE English Language Component Two. There is a reading booklet and a writing booklet based on the exam paper for these assessments, along with marking rubrics and model answers. The reading section contains exam paper texts and questions, emphasizing reading comprehension and analysis. Students will engage with two texts centered around fossil discoveries, set in different time periods and contexts. Through this exploration, they will enhance their ability to extract key information, understand writers’ intentions, and analyze how language, tone, and structure shape meaning. Text A features a determined female fossil hunter in 1883, who embarks on a professional expedition to Lyme Regis. Text B, on the other hand, presents a modern-day adventure where a group of friends set out for a lighthearted day of fossil hunting. The unit includes a marking rubric and model responses to help students understand how to respond effectively to these texts. The writing task is tailored to improve communication, organisation, and effective language use and helps students master key skills such as vocabulary, sentence structure, and paragraphing through engaging tasks. The resource includes two key writing tasks: Writing an article on maintaining a balanced lifestyle during exams. Delivering a talk encouraging classmates to participate in community volunteering. Both tasks encourage students to consider purpose and audience while providing opportunities to showcase their creativity and critical thinking. With detailed model responses and a self-assessment marking rubric, this resource offers clear guidance on how to approach these exam questions. Ideal for classroom use or independent study, the pack is an essential tool for improving students’ writing abilities and reading comprehension, helping them develop confidence and clarity in Component Two.

Social Inequality in A Christmas Carol - GCSE, English Literature (AQA) Practice Question/Model Answer. This resource includes a detailed extract from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, focusing on the iconic scene where the Ghost of Christmas Present reveals the symbolic children, Ignorance and Want. It offers: A deep exploration of the theme of social inequality in the novella. A model essay answer that guides students through how to respond to GCSE English Literature questions on this theme. Structured guidance on analyzing key quotes and understanding how Dickens critiques Victorian society’s neglect of the poor. This resource is ideal for students studying Dickens and Victorian literature, helping them develop skills in critical analysis, essay structure, and understanding historical context​(social inequality). Word Search Activity This word search resource is an engaging tool designed to complement English learning activities. It offers: A fun and interactive way for students to reinforce key vocabulary and concepts related to social inequality. An answer key for easy review. Great as a supplementary activity to break up more intense studying or to prompt sentence writing related to A Christmas Carol.

This resource offers comprehensive guidance for students tackling GCSE AQA English Language Paper 2. It contains a practice paper on the theme of cycling and consists of two main component. AQA Paper 2 Guidance: This section provides step-by-step strategies for answering each question in Section A, focusing on reading comprehension and comparison of non-fiction texts. It includes specific advice on how to approach true/false statements (Q1), summarizing similarities between texts (Q2), analyzing language use (Q3), and comparing attitudes in two texts (Q4). For Section B, students are guided through writing tasks, with a model response for argumentative writing. Tips are provided on structuring arguments, using persuasive language, and integrating rhetorical devices. Mastering Subject-Specific Vocabulary and Language for Non-Fiction Writing: This guide emphasizes the importance of using precise, subject-specific vocabulary to enhance the quality of writing in non-fiction tasks. It offers practical advice on blending technical terms with everyday language and employing rhetorical devices effectively. The guide includes examples of advanced sentence structures and how to adapt tone based on the writing task (letter, report, article, etc.). By mastering these skills, students will learn how to craft clear, persuasive, and authoritative non-fiction writing, meeting the criteria for higher marks on the AQA exam. This resource equips students with essential tools for excelling in reading and writing non-fiction, covering both analysis and the crafting of sophisticated responses.

Invaluable to teaching the skills required to succeed in the English Language Reading paper and English Literature GCSE, this course explicitly teaches the sentence types needed to write an effective paragraph. Students with dyslexia, ADHD and autism, as well as ESL will benefit from the model sentences and activities. It is also useful for students who need to consolidate the skills. It is ideal for students who are under-performing due to a lack of the grammatical skills which will enable them to express their ideas. It covers the use of topic sentences, the introduction to the quotation, the analysis of language and the reader response/social context of the text. There is a FREE assessment with a rubric and model response. It can be used for GCSE English Language revision classes, SEN interventions or as a unit for class teaching. SEN and ESL students will be sure to benefit from this effective Reading Response course!

Suitable for GCSE students who struggle with sentence structure and grammatical expression, this English Language Course - suitable for all exam boards - teaches the sentence types needed to write a range of genres. It supports the GCSE Writing Questions - Narrative/Descriptive and Persuasive/Argumentative. Using cause and effect conjunctions and phrases, The Grammar in Context Unit (Persuasive and Argumentative), provides a range of cause and effect sentence openers such as, SINCE, DUE TO, AS A RESULT and WHEN. It has exercises to practice these sentence types using different contexts for writing at GCSE. There is a Speaking and Listening prompt series of questions to support this. For narrative, the second unit presents sentence openers that make a descriptive text successful. Students are provided with an opportunity to write using sentence openers that focus on location, mood or action. Alongside this there is an assessment using engaging visual storystrips. The unit is an effective and research based way of explicitly teach sentence structure across a range of genres typically assessed at GCSE. It is a useful resource for SENCOs, English Teachers and Teaching Assistants. It can be used as a standalone course or as part of lessons on GCSE English writing.

This AQA, English Language resource focuses on the text structure question (Q3)found in Paper One. It provides explanation texts to cover subject specific terminology such as focus, flashback, foreshadowing etc, along with quizzes and comprehension activities. It contains texts, model responses and detailed mark schemes to help students understand how to write a reading response answer for this question. The texts are broken down into paragraph sections to enable a step by step approach. The explanation texts to explain subject terminology are followed by comprehension tasks to ensure understanding of the terms and there are quizzes to further embed the definitions. A separate unit is devoted to flashback with a text and an AQA style question. The unit has proved successful in providing students with the knowledge and language needed to successfully respond to what can be a challenging part of the reading paper! It is suitable for GCSE, English Language students who struggle to express their ideas using the correct terminology and structure and will be an excellent revision programme in the run up to the exams.

This comprehensive, GCSE, English Literature study guide is specifically designed to support dyslexic learners and learners with additional needs in their study of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic novel, “The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.” Aimed at enhancing understanding and accessibility for their GCSE, English Literature course , this resource ensures that all students, regardless of their reading challenges, can navigate and appreciate the complexities of the text. Tailored to accommodate the unique learning needs of dyslexic students, the guide employs a pale yellow background, dyslexia friendly fonts with key words highlighted, simplified language, and structured formats to facilitate comprehension. It includes an in depth plot summary, character overview with visuals , themes and discussion questions and key vocabulary - each word/phrase divided into syllables. Ten carefully crafted booklets break down the novel into manageable sections, each focusing on key extracts to maintain the narrative’s essence while easing the reading load. Carefully selected key extracts from each chapter are provided. Comprehension questions follow each extract, designed to reinforce understanding and critical thinking, allowing students to engage deeply with the text at their own pace. This differentiated study guide for “The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde” is an invaluable tool for educators seeking to provide an inclusive and effective learning experience for dyslexic students, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to succeed in their GCSE course and enjoy this timeless literary work.

This short unit is invaluable to teach how to write a GCSE, reading response essay. It provides an extract, model essay, lesson plan, marking rubric and numerous language rich activities to aid understanding. Presented in a concise and interesting format, the student worksheet starts with the extract and two comprehension activities before they read the model GCSE essay. Next, there is a model essay with a spelling of key words activity and a reading fluency exercise to help familiarise students with the essay. Finally, students can write independently about another part of the play and use a rubric to peers assess. The unit provides an engaging framework in which to teach the extract question for GCSE English Literature. It would also save invaluable time for a lesson observation.

This 11 Plus Examination pack contains a practice reading paper, a spelling test and a synonym/antonym booklet. It is designed to support students with additional needs who struggle to decode words which affects their reading fluency and spelling. The practice reading test has a Great Expectations extract along with multiple choice questions typical of many 11 Plus assessments. An answer key is provided. It includes the following assessment areas: Basic Comprehension and Recall Vocabulary and Word Meaning Inference and Interpretation Grammar and Language Awareness Interpretive Figurative Language Author’s Purpose and Tone Contextual Knowledge and Critical Thinking The spelling pack supports students with additional needs by providing a colour code activity to memorise the words before attempting to spell them. After they complete this activity, there is a spelling test which involves selecting the misspelt word and writing the correct spelling. The Synonyms/Antonyms booklet provides a list of common adjectives used to describe setting and behaviour. These words are grouped into categories. There is also a colour code section to learn the spelling of these words. The pack will support students studying the 11 Plus exam and help the succeed in the English paper.

These booklets provide a scaffolded approach to teaching A Christmas Carol Stave One, with a focus on making the material accessible and engaging for ESL and SEN students. The resources include: Stave One Summary and PEEL Activities -A clear and simplified summary of Stave One, broken into manageable sections. -Sentence openers to support students in constructing their understanding of the text. -A selection of key quotations for sequencing and comprehension activities. -Guided PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) paragraph writing exercises, with examples and prompts to help students analyze Scrooge’s character effectively. Picture Prompts and Visual Descriptions -Illustrated scenes and character images from Stave One, designed to promote visual learning. -Activities include labeling, descriptive sentence writing, and imaginative responses based on the pictures, encouraging creative engagement with the text. Character and Scene Analysis with Questions* -Focused questions on key figures like Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Fred, and Marley to develop comprehension and empathy. -Students are guided to describe appearances, feelings, and relationships, enabling a deeper connection to the story. Why This Resource? For ESL Students: The structured activities, visual aids, and simplified language make the material approachable for learners with varying levels of English proficiency. For SEN Students: The focus on visual and structured learning supports comprehension and engagement.

This comprehensive resource is designed for teachers preparing Year 10 and 11 students for the AQA, GCSE English Language Paper One - Reading. Tailored specifically to support GCSE, English Language students with dyslexia, it includes a full practice paper (reading section) alongside engaging, structured lesson plans. The lessons focus on improving reading fluency, comprehension, and analytical writing skills, helping students build confidence in approaching the exam. What’s Included: Dyslexia-Friendly Practice Paper: The practice paper features clear, accessible text with vocabulary support, ensuring that students of all abilities can engage with the material. Fluency and Vocabulary Exercises: Dedicated sections to help students break down difficult words and phrases, improving their reading speed and understanding. Model Answers and Mark Scheme: Clear, structured model responses and a detailed mark scheme guide students through the key assessment objectives. Detailed Lesson Plans: These plans cover reading fluency, vocabulary, text analysis, structural features, and thematic response, complete with student guidance and step-by-step activities. This resource is ideal for teachers looking to provide targeted exam preparation in a way that is both accessible and effective for all learners, including those with dyslexia. With engaging tasks and practical guidance, it ensures that students with additional needs are well-prepared for the demands of the GCSE, English Language, Paper One: Reading!

This GCSE, Power and Conflict (AQA, English Literature) resource contains a mind map for each of the poems. Each colourful slide provides an overview of every poem in the anthology (15 in total) There is a section dedicated to the subject of the poem and the purpose for writing (something low to mid ability students find problematic). There are also sections dedicated to metaphors, language devices and symbols. Each slide lists small quotes from the poem. As well as this there is a section which provides evaluative language and reader response emotions so that GCSE students can use more ambituous vocabulary. Colourful and visually appealing, the mind maps give students an invaluable overview of each poem. The resource is an excellent way to summarise the teaching of each poem and will also offer an effective revision aid!

Including a listening activity, vocabulary task, spelling quiz and comprehension, the pack helps students understand the language and meaning of the poem, Ozymandias. It is well suited for students with additional needs and ESL. It outlines a useful way to support students who struggle to respond to GCSE poems.