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I love teaching English and have been doing so for many years. I hope that my experience and resources can save you time and energy in setting up and running your classroom :)
Secondary English], General Secondary Resources, Te Reo Maori Resources, 0-5 Preschool Resources for enjoyable and engaging learning.
I love teaching English and have been doing so for many years. I hope that my experience and resources can save you time and energy in setting up and running your classroom :)
Introducing our ready-to-print Novel Study and Text Study on TRASH by Andy Mulligan, complete with a printable Trash student booklet and suggested Trash teacher’s plan.
This easy-to-follow Trash resource is designed to save you precious time and effort in searching for suitable text study materials.
Ideal for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this captivating novel in class, our TRASH unit is tailored for students aged approximately 12-15 years old.
Our student booklet includes a range of activities to engage students, such as a webquest task on the author, character file templates, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a diary entry writing task, dedicated pages for themes, symbols, and language techniques, text observation exercises, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance.
In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum.
Furthermore, our TRASH unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills.
With everything you need at your fingertips, our TRASH Novel Study and Text Study is a hassle-free solution for an enriching learning experience.
Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!
A ready to print Catching Teller Crow novel study and Aboriginal text study on Australian novel CATCHING TELLER CROW by Ambelin Kwaymullina and Ezekiel Kwaymullina complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan.
This easy to follow resource provides a ready Catching Teller Crow unit plan for teachers and a Catching Teller Crow student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources.
Perfect for students in Australia and other places studying the novel Catching Teller Crow in class.
Suits students of approximately 15-17 years of age: New Zealand Year 12-13 students, Australian Year 11-12 students.
Note: This story contains adult themes including abduction, sexual assault, death, murder, ghosts and abuse. The story reads easily but the themes are for older students. Please ensure you have considered it completely prior to teaching.
This Catching Teller Crow Student booklet includes:
Webquest task on the author
Catching Teller Crow Character file templates
Setting
Context
Catching Teller Crow Chapter Questions and comprehension questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events
Creative writing task
Themes page
Symbols page
Language Techniques page
Observing the text
Big Ideas discussion pages
Interview and Presentation
Essay structure and planning
+Sample Teacher Unit Plan
This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store.
Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy!
Included:
30-page student booklet for analysis of Catching Teller Crow.
This comprehensive resource offers a ready-to-teach unit plan for Hitler’s Daughter by Jackie French, complete with a printable student booklet and detailed teacher’s guide.
This easy-to-use unit plan for Hitlers Daughter by Jackie French includes a printable student booklet, making it effortless for teachers to provide a structured and engaging text study experience.
Ideal for students in Australia and other regions studying this novel, this resource is designed for students aged 10-13.
This “Hitler’s Daughter” Novel Study Booklet Includes:
Webquest task about the author
Character file templates
Setting analysis
Context exploration
Comprehension questions focusing on key character developments, themes, and events
Creative writing task
Themes page
Symbols page
Language techniques page
Text observation activities
Big ideas discussion pages
Interview and presentation task
Essay structure and planning pages
Sample teacher unit plan
This unit is perfect for text analysis and preparing for essay writing. It pairs seamlessly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit available in my store.
Everything you need to teach this novel effortlessly is included. So simple and ready to use!
A ready to print The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time novel study and text study on THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME by Mark Haddon complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan.
This easy to follow resource provides a ready The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time unit plan for teachers and a The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources.
Suits students of approximately 12-16 years of age: New Zealand Year 8-11 students, Australian Year 7-10 students.
Student booklet includes:
Webquest task on the author
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Character file templates
Setting
Context
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Chapter Questions and comprehension questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events
Creative writing task
Themes page
Symbols page
Language Techniques page
Observing the text
Big Ideas discussion pages
Interview and Presentation
Essay structure and planning
+Sample Teacher Unit Plan
This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store.
Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy!
Included:
30-page student booklet for analysis of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time.
A ready-to-print The Outsiders Novel Study Guide and text study on THE OUTSIDERS by S E Hinton complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan.
This easy to follow resource provides a ready The Outsiders unit plan for teachers and a The Outsiders student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources.
Suits students of approximately 12-15 years of age: New Zealand Year 10-12 students, Australian Year 8-10 students.
Student booklet includes:
The Outsiders Webquest task on the author
The Outsiders Character file templates
The Outsiders Setting page
Context
The Outsiders Chapter Questions and Comprehension questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events
Dairy entry writing task
The Outsiders Themes page
Symbols in The Outsiders page
Language Techniques page
Observing the text
Big Ideas discussion pages
Interview and Presentation
Essay structure and planning
+Sample Teacher Unit Plan
This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing on The Outsiders. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store.
Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy!
Included:
29-page student booklet for analysis of The Outsiders by S E Hinton.
Introducing our ready-to-print BOY OVERBOARD novel study unit on Boy Overboard by Morris Gleitzman, complete with a printable student booklet and a suggested teacher’s plan.
This easy-to-follow resource is designed to save you valuable time and effort in searching for suitable text study materials.
Ideal for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this engaging novel in class, our Boy Overboard unit is perfectly tailored for students aged approximately 10-14 years old.
Our student booklet includes a range of engaging activities, such as a webquest task on the author, character file templates for Boy Overboard, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a creative writing task, dedicated pages for themes, symbols, and language techniques, exercises to observe the text, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance.
In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum.
Furthermore, our Boy Overboard unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills in preparation for essay writing.
With everything you need, our BOY OVERBOARD novel study unit is a convenient solution for a comprehensive learning experience.
Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!
This comprehensive study unit for The Lottery by Shirley Jackson comes complete with a student booklet and teacher’s plan. It covers comprehension questions, setting analysis, author details, figurative language, annotation activities, creative writing, essay planning, and more. This exceptional resource makes teaching “The Lottery” a breeze.
Designed to provide a ready-to-use unit plan for The Lottery, this resource includes a printable student booklet, saving teachers time and effort in preparing suitable text study materials.
Perfect for high school English Language Arts or secondary English students, this unit is suitable for students aged 12-16, typically in Years 8-11.
This “The Lottery” Short Story Unit Student Booklet Includes:
Notes on “The Lottery”
Webquest task about the author
Text observation activities
Setting analysis
Annotation guide for “The Lottery”
Comprehension questions
Creative writing task
Themes brainstorming
Character brainstorming
Language techniques page
Essay structure and planning
Sample teacher unit plan
Everything you need to teach “The Lottery” effortlessly is included. Simple and ready to use!
These CLASSIC EXCERPTS EDITING WORKSHEETS for high school English students inspire interest in classic novels as students work to find the 20 spelling, punctuation and grammar errors hidden in each one.
10 different editing worksheets, with answer keys.
Perfect bellringers or writing skills activities to improve student writing skills these HIGH SCHOOL EDITING WORKSHEETS are perfect for ELA English students in Years 9-12 English classes. Students will develop their vocabulary through engaging games.
Ideas for differentiation included in the instructions.
These exercises are excellent for revision of punctuation rules, homonyms, spelling and grammar skills.
Included:
10 Editing Worksheets with Marking Keys
Introducing “Exploring Visual and Verbal Language Techniques: A Complete Static Images Unit for Secondary English Students.”
This Static Images unit is perfect for Year 9 or Year 10 English students learning about the power of visual and verbal language techniques in the media. We have developed this unit specifically to guide kids step-by-step through the world of static images, such as posters and advertising.
This complete unit is focused on developing student understanding of a wide range of visual and verbal language techniques which are used in static images. They will have the opportunity to create your very own static image and complete an independent analysis of static images.
Provided is a convenient print-and-go student booklet. This 27-page booklet covers various aspects, including an introduction to static images, visual and verbal language terms, analyzing static images using an analysis grid, exploring stereotypes, symbols, and codes in visual language, guidance on how to write about static images, task sheets, planning and writing pages, a sample static image marking schedule, and much more. As you navigate through the booklet, use the accompanying PowerPoint with static image examples and task exemplars to further enhance your understanding.
This complete media unit and language study unit is suitable for lower secondary classes in Australia and New Zealand. It has been successfully implemented in both countries, and while you may need to make adjustments to the assessment schedule to align with your system, it has proven to be highly effective. This unit is particularly suitable for students aged approximately 13-15 years, including New Zealand Year 9, 10, or 11 students, Australian Year 8, 9, or 10 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students.
Please note that this product contains British English spelling.
Discover the power of a great novel with this complete The Story of Tom Brennan Novel Study Unit. This comprehensive resource is designed to make analysis of this text easy. It will engage and challenge your secondary English students as they explore the complexities of this gripping novel.
With thought-provoking discussion questions and engaging activities, this teaching unit enables students to delve deeper into the themes, characters, and literary techniques present in The Story of Tom Brennan. While examining the impact of life-altering events, your students will be captivated by the rich narrative and meaningful themes within the novel.
The teaching unit also includes a sample lesson plan, helpful analysis materials, and exploration of context. The print and teach student workbook guides your students towards a thorough understanding and appreciation of this great example of Australian literature.
Introducing our ready-to-print EVERYTHING EVERYTHING Novel Study Unit, specially designed for teachers in need of a comprehensive and engaging resource.
This user-friendly package includes a printable student booklet and suggested teacher’s plan, saving you valuable time and effort in searching for suitable text study resources.
Tailored for students aged approximately 14-18 years old, our EVERYTHING EVERYTHING student booklet offers a range of activities to fully explore and analyze Nicola Yoon’s captivating novel.
Perfect for students in Australia and beyond studying this novel in class, our resource will spark meaningful discussions and foster critical thinking skills.
Inside our student booklet, you will find a webquest task on the author, Character file templates for in-depth exploration, a deep dive into the novel’s setting and context, comprehension questions that focus on character development, ideas, themes, and events, a creative writing task, and dedicated pages exploring the novel’s themes, symbols, and language techniques.
With our ready-to-use unit plan, you’ll have everything you need to effortlessly guide your students through a comprehensive study of EVERYTHING EVERYTHING.
So, don’t waste time searching for resources - pick up our EVERYTHING EVERYTHING Novel Study Unit and transform your classroom into a hub of literary exploration!
Check out this gret The Last Spin by Evan Hunter Short Story Unit.
Are you on the lookout for a print-ready short story study for “The Last Spin” by Evan Hunter? Our resource has got you covered! Included in this package is a student booklet and a teacher’s plan, covering all aspects of the story, saving you precious time and effort in finding suitable text study resources.
This user-friendly resource is perfect for high school ELA or secondary English students studying “The Last Spin” in the classroom. It caters to students aged approximately 12-16 years, spanning Years 8-11.
The student booklet is ready to be printed and provides a wealth of educational material. It features a webquest task to explore the author’s background, exercises to enhance text observation skills, analysis of the story’s setting, effective techniques for annotating the story, Last Spin comprehension questions to deepen understanding, engaging creative writing tasks, mapping of important themes and characters, a dedicated page on language techniques, and sound guidance for essay structure and planning.
To facilitate your teaching, we also provide a sample teacher Last Spin unit plan, which offers a clear roadmap and simplifies your lesson planning process.
Streamline your teaching experience with this comprehensive resource for “The Last Spin.” With everything you need at your fingertips, you can easily engage your students and guide them through a thorough exploration of this captivating short story.
Get ready to dive into the captivating world of Blueback by Tim Winton with our amazing novel study and text study resource!
This ready-to-print package includes a comprehensive teacher’s plan and a printable student booklet, saving you valuable time and effort in finding the perfect resources for your text study.
Ideal for students aged 10-14 in Australia and beyond, this resource is tailor-made for classroom use. Inside the student booklet, you’ll find a range of engaging activities, such as a webquest on the author, character file templates, exploration of the setting and context, chapter questions that delve into character development and important themes, a creative writing task, exploration of themes and symbols, analysis of language techniques, observing the text exercises, big ideas discussions, an interview and presentation project, and even essay structure and planning pages.
Plus, we’ve included a sample teacher unit plan to help you easily navigate through this exciting text study journey.
With our ready-to-print resource, you’ll have everything you need to deliver a dynamic and comprehensive Blueback unit.
So, save time and get your students excited about literature with this vibrant and engaging novel study!
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A ready-to-print The Giver Novel Study Guide and text study on THE GIVER by Lois Lowry complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan.
This easy to follow resource provides a ready The Giver unit plan for teachers and a The Giver student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources.
Suits students of approximately 12-15 years of age: New Zealand Year 10-12 students, Australian Year 8-10 students.
Student booklet includes:
The Giver Webquest task on the author
The Giver Character file templates
The Giver Setting page
Context
The Giver Chapter Questions and Comprehension questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events
Dairy entry writing task
The Giver Themes page
Symbols in the Giver page
Language Techniques page
Observing the text
Big Ideas discussion pages
Interview and Presentation
Essay structure and planning
+Sample Teacher Unit Plan
This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing on The Giver. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store.
Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy!
Included:
29-page student booklet for analysis of The Giver by Lois Lowry
Immerse your students in the thrilling world of storytelling with this comprehensive teaching unit on “The Sniper” by Liam O’Flaherty.
Designed for secondary English classrooms, this teaching unit explores the powerful themes, vivid imagery, and compelling character in O’Flaherty’s iconic short story.
With a range of engaging activities, comprehension questions, language analysis sheets and an essay writing prompt, your students will analyze the effects of war and the fragility of human nature.
Our teaching unit provides a sample lesson plan, extension tasks, and supplementary resources to support your teaching. From close reading and textual analysis to creative writing exercises, this comprehensive resource ensures that every aspect of the story is explored and understood.
By the end of this unit, your students will have developed critical thinking skills, enhanced their literary analysis abilities, and gained a deeper appreciation for the craft of storytelling.
Enhance your secondary English curriculum with our teaching unit on “The Sniper” and inspire a love of literature in your students. Get your hands on this print and teach resource today!
Introducing The Pedestrian by Ray Bradbury Short Story Unit.
Our easy-to-use resource provides a seamless teaching experience, offering solid coverage of key elements such as comprehension questions, setting analysis, author details, figurative language exploration, annotating techniques, creative writing exercises, essay planning guidance, and more.
Tailored perfectly for Australian students and those studying The Pedestrian globally, this resource is suitable for students aged approximately 12-15 years, encompassing Years 7-10.
The student booklet, which is printable and ready for immediate use, contains a plethora of engaging and educational activities to captivate your students. Explore the author’s background through an exciting webquest task, delve into the setting, master the art of annotating, stimulate critical thinking with comprehension questions, foster creativity with captivating writing tasks, map out themes and characters, explore language techniques, and receive guidance on essay structure and planning.
To further support your teaching journey with “The Pedestrian,” we provide a sample teacher unit plan, simplifying the process and ensuring you have all the necessary tools to hit the ground running.
Introducing our ready-to-print First Nations SISTER HEART novel study unit and Aboriginal text study on SISTER HEART by Sally Morgan, including a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan.
This easy-to-follow resource is designed to save you valuable time and effort in searching for appropriate text study materials.
Perfect for students in Australia and New Zealand who are studying this powerful novel in class, our SISTER HEART unit is specifically tailored for students aged approximately 12-15 years old, encompassing New Zealand Year 9-11 students and Australian Year 7-9 students.
Our student booklet features a range of engaging activities, including a webquest task on the author, character file templates for SISTER HEART, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a diary entry writing task, pages dedicated to themes, symbols, and language techniques, exercises to observe the text, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance.
In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum. Furthermore, our SISTER HEART unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills in preparation for essay writing.
With everything you need readily available, our SISTER HEART novel study unit and Aboriginal text study is a convenient solution for a comprehensive and enriching learning experience.
Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!
Affirmation Posters for English Classroom Décor
A range of affirmations to put on English classroom walls. Ready to print in colour and stick up around the room. (10 posters)
Include thoughts like:
• English is easy for me
• It’s my choice how well I do in this class
• I choose to do the right thing, even if no one is watching
• I can do this
• I can get things done on time…
… and more!
CHECK OUT my other great classroom décor posters and packs - I have a great set of 40 affirmations suitable for any classroom - available in black and white, or a great watercolour finish!
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This worksheet is a graphic organiser for students observing oral presentations. The idea is for them to be more intentional in their observations and to fill out remarks in each of 4 areas:
Content
Body Language
Voice
Preparation
You can ask them to fill it out while watching a teacher-chosen example, then get them to fill it out while listening to a friend preparing their speech before the big day, or they could film themselves and fill it out as self-reflection in preparation for their assessment. Very handy!
Check out my other resources! I have some excellent Essay Writing posters suitable for any secondary classroom that might suit you :)
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An easy get-to-know-you game to play as a crowdbreaker with a new class or group of kids to help the interact and get to know one another. All you need is to print enough copies to have one between two students, dice, and you’re good to go!
Includes 6 sets of 3 random questions to get kids talking. The teacher rolls the dice and the students answer the questions corresponding to the rolled number.
(1 page)
CHECK OUT my great range of posters and resources for Secondary English and other subjects - I’ve got a great set of Essay Writing posters which may interest you!