A fully resourced lesson on Romeo and Juliet, Act 1 Scene 4, with detailed focus on the Queen Mab speech. This includes a powerpoint with instructions and students worksheet. It offers a range of activities: quote analysis, paragraphs, character sketch and labeling, speech annotation. Perfect for any GCSE Literature specification or a high ability Year 9. I have also included a link to a youtube tutorial which would be great as a revision aid for students later on.

A fully resourced lesson on Macbeth’s Act 1 Scene 5 where we meet Lady Macbeth for the first time. The lesson encourages discussion on the early relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth and focuses on characterisation. This resource pack includes: Powerpoint with notes on the letter and a profile task Worksheet tracking the extract with guided questions Detailed answer sheet to support new teachers or non-specialists. Suitable for all GCSE Literature specifications.

A fully resourced lesson analysing the varying reactions of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth to the murder of King Duncan. Encourages analytical discussion of form, language and structure. This set of resources includes: Students worksheet with questions and annotation tasks Student worksheet tracking character reactions with examples included Accompanying powerpoint with suggested responses in the notes section. Useful to new teachers or non specialists. Suitable for all GCSE Literature specifications or high ability Year 9.

A whole lesson (possibly 2 if turned into extended writing) looking at the reactions to Duncan’s death in Act 2 Scene 3. This scene gives a summary and function of the porter and then moves on to analysing 4 key parts of the scene. There is also a focus on analytcial writing with the opprotunity for PEA paragraph practice. This resource includes: Student annotation sheet Accompanying PowerPoint with tasks, model paragraphs and suggested topic sentences for extended writing. Suggested teacher responses offered for all questions in the notes section. Useful for new teachers or non specialists. Suitable for all GCSE Literature specifications or high ability Year 9.

A fully resources lesson on Act 1 Scene 3, covering the witches motivations and the interactions between Macbeth, Banquo and the witches. Worksheet encourages close analysis whilst consolidating details of plot, character and theme. This resources includes: worksheet with detailed questions on entire scene answer sheet with suggested responses - useful resource for new teachers or no specialist accompanying powerpoint, with a particular focus on the opening scene with the witches. Extract practice question. Suitable for all GCSE Literature specifications or high ability Year 9.

A powerpoint and accompanying worksheet with questions and activities on the content of Act 5, Scenes 1 and 2 of Romeo and Juliet. The resource is designed to encourage analytical skills and knowledge of the scenes within the context of the rest of the play. Suitable for all KS4 Literature syllabuses.

This lesson offers a fully resources exploration of Act 4 Scene 2 of Macbeth, where Lady Macduff and her son are murdered. It supports students undertstanding of the scene, it’s function and allows for close analysis of language structure and form. It also allows for wider thinking around the play comparing Lady Macduff to Lady Macbeth. This resource includes: Powerpoint with a range of tasks and activities Optional worksheet to complement the presentation Teacher answers and suggested annotations built into the powerpoint in the notes section and separate slides. Useful for student who miss the work, new teachers or non specialists. This lesson is designed for any GCSE LIterature specification but would also be suitable for high ability Year 9s.

A fully resources lesson on Macbeth Act 2 Scene 1. Questions encourage analytical discussion on the opening of the scene and the growing tension between Macbeth and Banquo, plus full analysis of Macbeth’s soliloquy. This resource includes: Student worksheet including soliloquy for annotation Accompanying powerpoint Suggested teacher answers / response in notes section of powerpoint plus suggested annotation pictures. Useful for new teachers or non-specialists. Suitable for all GCSE Literature specifications or high ability Year 9.

A worksheet exploring the symbolism of the setting in chapter 1. This worksheet encourages analysis and discussion of wider themes, including reputation and secrecy.

A comprehensive lesson on Macbeth Act 5.5. The content can be delivered as a carousel, jig saw task or simple work sheet. The scene, where Macbeth learns of the witches deception and prepares for battle, is divided up into 5 sections with different tasks. Resources for this lesson include: Carousel Task sheets separated out for printing and trimming Tasks set out in worksheet form Powerpoint with instructions for carousel or jigsaw version Comprehensive answers (on powerpoint) Model annotation (on powerpoint and in separate document) Suggested answers for each section useful for student who are away, new teachers or non-specialists. This resource is suited for GCSE Literature all syllabuses and high ability Year 9.

Macbeth Act 5.3 - fully resourced to cover at least 2 lessons with the potential for an assessment built in. This pack includes the following: Extract Question (with second wider question should you wish) focused on Macbeth’s state of mind in this scene. Extract Analysis Grid (differentiated options - blank bar one example or all quotations included) Teacher suggested answers for analysis grid (particularly useful if new teacher or non specialist) Powerpoint covering the final section of the scene (not included in the extract) focusing on Macbeth’s treatment of Lady Macbeth’s illness and concerns for Scotland. Perfect for GCSE Literature (any syllabus) or high ability year 9.

A fully resourced lesson exploring the dynamic between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth and her influence over his decisions. The lesson has a group work option with it set up as either a carousel or jig saw task. There is also a straight forward worksheet version as well. This is perfect preparation for an assessment or essay practice. Full marks model essay also included. Resource includes Powerpoint with instructions and suggested answers for all task Worksheet with assorted tasks Carousel / jig saw version ready stations Model essay Suitable for all GCSE Literature specification or high ability Year 9.

Full resources for Macbeth act 3, scene 4. Enough material for at least 2 lessons covering the banquet scene, focusing on Macbeth and Lady Macbeth’s reactions. A range of tasks including open questions, annotation tasks, and behaviour tracking. This pack of resources includes the following: Worksheet on Macbeth’s state of mind Plus suggested answers sheet Worksheet on Lady Macbeth’s tactics to manage the situation Plus suggested answers sheet Annotation worksheet on 2 passages Accompanying powerpoint with further questions and task introductions Teacher notes and suggested annotation pictures Useful for new teachers and non specialists. Great resource for all GCSE Literature specifications or high ability Year 9.

A detailed analysis of the entire of Macbeth Act 4 Scene 1 with a focus on the impact of the witches on Macbeth. This resource includes a detailed powerpoint with questions and annotation activities. There is an accompanying work sheet for the students and all questions / tasks have possible answers indicated in the note sections of the powerpoint. Easily enough material for 2 lessons. Includes details on form, language, structure, aspects of tragedy and context. Aimed for Key Stage 4, Edexcel but will work for all major exam boards. Could also suit high ability Year 9.

A fully resourced lesson covering Lady Macbeth’s sleep walking scene. The lesson includes the following resources: detailed powerpoint with activities, questions and annotation tasks on context, content, language, structure and form Powerpoint notes to support teachers Model annotations Full scene Activity sheet tracking Lady Macbeth’s thoughts, identifying where they fall in the play Teacher sheet to support thought tracking activities. Perfect for Literature GCSE -any specification. Could be used as a new lesson or revision. Activities could also be set as homework tasks.

A sequence of activities that can be spread over 3-5 lessons, which are perfect for a fun end of term Christmas treat! The first 1-2 lessons focus on analysing the John Lewis Monty the Penguin Christmas advert, focusing on tone, message and mis-en-scene. Students then have the chance to design their own Christmas advert which can then be presented or performed on your last lesson. Resources are fully adaptable and can be used for both key stage 3 and 4 students. Builds analytical skills, includes some media terminology, facilitates oracy and group work and builds to a creative project.

Easter Resource - Write our own Easter themed children’s book! Looking for something to keep your students engaged in the last week of the Easter term? This resource, appropriate for KS3 students encourages creativity, research and team work. Including a planning document and guided powerpoint (with useful teacher support in the notes), this resource can be used over three lessons. Create a competition for the finished books, take down to local primary schools for a reading project or just take home at the end of term!