TOMORROW WHEN THE WAR BEGAN Complete Junior Secondary Text Unit including text response and chapter questions in a ready-to-print-out-and-go student booklet, teacher’s unit plan, notes & quotes, and more. Student booklet includes: Editing task on John Marsden, the author Character file templates Chapter Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Survival checklist activity Dairy entry writing task Themes page Teacher Resources include: Sample Unit Plan Chapter quizzes and tests Notes for Projection & copying 3 pages of important quotes from the novel Words for a word wall display Optional extra extension or writing tasks Suits students of approximately 13-14 years of age: New Zealand Year 9 or 10 students, Australian Year 8 or 9 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students.

Literary Terms & Vocabulary for Secondary English Classrooms x100 - A Colourful & Super Easy and Attractive Print & Display Frieze or Word Wall to Make Your Classroom Shine. 100 English- related Key Words and Terms to display around your room to add instant wow factor and add colour - while helping your students learn basic English terminology and vocabulary which will help them achieve success in their work. Designed as a frieze, these literary terms can be placed around the room as a border, around a bulletin board, under the whiteboard, or on your door. Or create a word wall in one area to add information and interest to your room. All the general terms are here: Analogy, Ambiguity, Allusion, Bias, Colloquialism, Contrast, Conflict, Cliché, Euphemism, Hyperbole, Irony, Jargon, Metaphor, Oxymoron, Paradox, Pun, Satire, Slang, Symbolism, Connotation, Homonym, Register, Mood, Suspense, Theme, Plot … Now includes character types & novel terms such as stock/static/round & red herring, resolution, turning point, and so on. and many more. 34 pages. English, Secondary English, English classroom, secondary English classroom, English classroom display, English classroom posters, English terms, English literary terms, English vocabulary, English key words

This Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity uses Banjo Paterson’s ‘WALTZING MATILDA’ to help students learn about poetry analysis. This is a great classic Australian song which many voted to have as the National Anthem at one time! It’s the story of a happy-go-lucky swagman who just wants to go dancing with his sweetheart. Workshop takes 2-4 lessons. This poetry analysis booklet can be instantly printed for students. Perfect for snippets of analytical thinking and textual analysis practice between other units, or for a reliever or substitute teacher - everything needed is included. Perfect for students in Upper High School - New Zealand Years 10-12, Australia Years 9-11, USA Years 9-11, and Britain Years 10-12 (Key Stage 4-5). Included: A list of language techniques to look for An analysis grid A language features page to focus on two chosen language features 4 great extension tasks for students to choose from A sample marking schedule Teacher sample analysis notes Included: 10 page poetry close reading workshop

Introducing our Secondary English Class Starters or ELA Bell Ringers that will effectively engage students and develop their essential skills while transitioning into the class. These fun and meaningful tasks focus on vocabulary, editing, sentencing, writing, and figurative language, promoting critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. Term 1 Class Starters: 10 Weeks, 5 Tasks per Week. Bell Ringers or Class Starters are highly effective in achieving the following: Establishing a regular routine: By starting with these tasks, students enter the class and prepare themselves for work, fostering a productive mindset. Reducing transition time: Minimize wasteful time between classes, ensuring a seamless transition and maximizing instructional time. Settling students: Having clear expectations helps minimize behavioral issues and ensures readiness for learning, especially for students who thrive on routine. Developing essential skills: These activities focus on editing and writing skills that are transferable to various assignments and tasks. Addressing the hidden curriculum: Our Class Starters also cover spelling, comprehension, language skills, and critical thinking. Whether you call them Class Starters, Bell Ringers, Bell Work, Do Nows, or Warm Ups, they all work effectively in high school English classes! Perfect for Secondary English classes for students in Year 9 - 12. Although some vocabulary words may pose a challenge for Year 7-8 students, they can decipher them with provided definitions and sentencing practice. On the other hand, Year 12 students may find some tasks easier, but in my experience, the majority of students at all levels enjoy doing Bell Ringers and find them beneficial. Each weekly set includes the following tasks: Viewing/listening task utilizing a variety of videos and songs. Sentencing task involving sentence combination or expansion. Vocabulary word of the week, including definition, sentence usage, and finding synonyms and antonyms. Writing task focusing on reflective, creative, or opinionative writing. Editing task with emphasis on figurative language recognition and author’s purpose. Please note: This set of Class Starters may contain some examples of British English spelling, though I make an effort to avoid words that may cause any issues. Get your Secondary English classes off to a strong start with our engaging and skill-focused Class Starters or ELA Bell Ringers!

Presenting our collection of FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE WORKSHEETS designed specifically for high school English students. These worksheets are aimed at fostering student confidence in identifying and explaining the use of various figurative language techniques. With a total of 10 different activities, these worksheets are a time-saving resource that will greatly benefit both educators and students. They can be utilized as bellringers or as writing skills activities, helping students improve their overall writing abilities. Designed for Secondary English students in Years 7-12, these worksheets provide ample opportunities for students to enhance their understanding and application of figurative language techniques. To provide a range of options and keep students engaged, the instructions also include ideas for differentiation and variety. Included with this resource are: 10 figurative language worksheets, accompanied by answer keys.

Introducing our 100 ENGLISH LITERARY TERMS SORTING GAME or HUNT, specially designed for Secondary English Classrooms. This engaging activity offers an effortless way to help students learn about language and writing techniques. Simply print the provided materials and cut along the dotted lines to separate the term, definition, and examples. You can mix them up in a bag and have students sort them into the correct sets, or you can organize a classroom scavenger hunt where teams find the definitions and examples of their assigned terms. The document includes some ideas to assist you in implementing the activity. While playing, you will not only make learning enjoyable for your students, but also help them develop their vocabulary and confidence with literary terms. This activity covers a wide range of essential terminology, such as analogy, ambiguity, alliteration, allusion, bias, colloquialism, contrast, conflict, cliché, euphemism, hyperbole, irony, jargon, metaphor, onomatopoeia, oxymoron, paradox, pun, satire, slang, symbolism, connotation, homonym, register, mood, suspense, theme, and plot. Additionally, it includes character types, novel terms, and more, such as stock/static/round characters, red herring, resolution, turning point, and many others. For added support and differentiation, there is a color/colour version available. You can use all the provided terms or select the ones that fit your curriculum. Please note that I try my best to avoid differing spellings between countries, but there may be a few words with British English spelling.

A ready-to-print To Kill A Mockingbird novel study on Harper Lee’s TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan. This easy to follow resource provides a ready To Kill A Mockingbird unit plan for teachers and a To Kill A Mockingbird student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources. This can be easily sent home for distance learning during Coronavirus restrictions :) Suits students of approximately 15-17 years of age: New Zealand Year 11 or 12 students, Australian Year 10-12 students. Student booklet includes: Webquest task on the author To Kill A Mockingbird Character file templates To Kill A Mockingbird Setting Context To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Dairy entry writing task Themes page Symbols 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: 25-page student booklet for analysis of To Kill A Mockingbird

This swift two-week Film Study, focusing on Baz Luhrmann’s rendition of Romeo and Juliet, is tailored for High School English classes, offering students a rapid yet comprehensive review of film techniques and analysis. Featuring pre-viewing and post-viewing inquiries, six interactive activity stations, and written response prompts, this dynamic film unit provides a condensed but enriching exploration of Romeo and Juliet. By immersing themselves in the Romeo and Juliet film, students will gain a deep understanding of its themes, characters, and distinctive cinematic elements. Our user-friendly film study booklet includes all essential worksheets for pre- and post-viewing activities, collaborative station tasks, and writing exercises. Enhanced with a sample unit plan and teacher notes, this resource empowers educators to facilitate insightful discussions and activities. While detailed answer keys are not provided, the structured tasks ensure intuitive comprehension. This Romeo and Juliet High School English Film Study Unit comprises: A comprehensive 12-page student film study booklet featuring: Pre-viewing brainstorming activities Viewing questions tailored to Romeo and Juliet Revision of film techniques Exploration of Baz Luhrmann’s Red Curtain Cinema techniques Six activity stations focusing on pivotal scenes, relationships, and character development Extended written response prompts for deeper analysis Teacher Resources including: A sample two-week film unit plan Example notes on mise-en-scène Task cards for each activity station** Ideal for English students seeking to refine their understanding of film analysis and techniques, this unit offers flexibility for integration into existing curriculum or as a standalone module. It also serves as a valuable resource for substitute or relief teachers, ensuring continuity in learning during transitional periods. *Please note: *The purchase of the film is required to complete this unit. *Detailed answer keys for each page are not included, but tasks are scaffolded for ease of comprehension and examples are provided for more challenging exercises. Looking for an immersive high school film unit that delves deep into film techniques and analysis? Explore our comprehensive Film Study for Any Film, designed to engage upper high school students in crafting technical film essays with finesse.

Introducing our comprehensive FILM STUDY UNIT centered around Kevin Reynolds’ film “The Count of Monte Cristo,” designed to guide High School English students through a thorough analysis of the film. This Count of Monte Cristo film unit focuses on developing a deep understanding of how visual techniques are utilized to convey meaning in film. By the end of this unit, students will have achieved excellent comprehension of the film and be familiar with it inside out. The student booklet is provided as a 40-page print-and-go resource and includes pre-watching activities, post-watching discussions, a focus on film storytelling, a list of film techniques, analysis sheets for scenes, characters, and themes, as well as for setting, symbols, motif, mis-en-scene, montage, and even bloopers. Additionally, the booklet includes essay questions for further analysis. To support teachers, we have included a teacher unit plan, answer keys for activities, and multiple analysis pages. Please note that you will need to purchase the film separately. This complete COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO FILM STUDY UNIT is suitable for high school English students who are learning to analyze and understand film techniques. It is perfect for students aged approximately 13-15 years old, including US Lower High School students, New Zealand Year 9, 10, or 11 students, Australian Year 8, 9, or 10 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students. Please be aware that this product utilizes British English spelling throughout, with an effort made to avoid contentious words wherever possible. Equip your students with the necessary tools and skills to conduct a thorough analysis of “The Count of Monte Cristo” through our comprehensive and adaptable FILM STUDY UNIT.

Introducing a comprehensive SHORT STORY UNIT for THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME by Richard Connell, inclusive of both a student booklet and teacher’s plan, ready for immediate printing and implementation. This engaging short story analysis unit on The Most Dangerous Game delves into various aspects such as comprehension tasks, setting, author details, figurative language, annotations, creative writing, essay planning, and more, making it an invaluable resource for your next short story unit. This short story unit on The Most Dangerous Game simplifies the short story analysis process by providing a complete unit plan for teachers and a printable student booklet focussed on The Most Dangerous Game. Ideal for high school ELA or secondary English students studying The Most Dangerous Game, this unit caters to students aged approximately 12-16 years old, spanning Years 8-11. The Student Booklet for the Short Story Unit includes the following components: Short Story Genre Notes Engaging Webquest task on the author Examination of the text’s Setting Techniques for Annotating the short story The Most Dangerous Game Thought-provoking The Most Dangerous Game Comprehension questions Creative writing prompt Brainstorming session on Themes from The Most Dangerous Game Character analysis brainstorming activity Identification of Language Techniques employed in the story Step-by-step guidance on Essay structure and planning The resource also includes a Sample Teacher Unit Plan for The Most Dangerous Game, equipping educators with everything necessary to print and teach using this handy short story unit in the classroom. Everything you need. Also handy to set for a relief teacher.

Get ready to dive into The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis with our fantastic novel study unit! This easy-to-use resource comes complete with a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan, making your lesson planning a breeze. Whether you’re teaching in Australia or anywhere else in the world, this study unit is perfect for students aged 15-18 who are exploring this remarkable novel in class. It’s the perfect resource for Christian schools, book clubs, or teen/adult studies. With our handy resource at your fingertips, you’ll save time and effort while still delivering a high-quality, engaging lesson. Student booklet includes: * Author Webquest Setting Context The Screwtape Letters Comprehension Questions Creative writing task Themes Symbols Language Techniques Essay structure and planning pages +Sample Teacher Unit plan Everything you need to print and teach! Follow me to come back again another day and find more great Secondary English resources.

Introducing our engaging and interactive set of PRE READING STATIONS, suitable for ANY NOVEL and inclusive of student worksheets and teacher instructions. This dynamic resource allows students to actively participate in a series of enjoyable and collaborative activities. Simply print the materials and watch as your students dive into a set of quick and engaging tasks! Our easy-to-follow resource provides six interesting and fun pre-reading activities, covering various aspects such as the novel’s cover and title, insights into the author’s life and other works, the context surrounding the novel, the captivating first line, and genre exploration. Each of the 6 activities is designed to take approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on the pace of your students. Perfect for students in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK who are studying a novel in class, our pre-reading stations suit students aged approximately 11-15 years old. This includes New Zealand Year 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12 students, Australian Year 8, 9, 10, or 11 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students. Promote active learning and enhance student engagement with these versatile pre-reading stations.

Drop into the thrilling world of THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins with our ready-to-print novel study unit. Say goodbye to endless search for text study resources because we’ve got you covered with a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan. Designed for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this gripping novel in class, our HUNGER GAMES resource is a game changer. Immerse your students in a dystopian society with this story of survival. Perfect for students aged approximately 14-17, our student booklet is jam-packed with engaging Hunger Games activities that will keep your students entertained and eager to learn. Dive into character analysis, explore the themes and motifs, and discuss the thought-provoking concepts that Collins skillfully weaves into her narrative. With our ready-to-print resource, you’ll save time and effort, allowing you to focus on what you do best: inspiring and empowering your students through the magic of literature. So, grab your mockingjay pin and get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through THE HUNGER GAMES! Student booklet includes: Webquest task on the author Hunger Games Character files Hunger Games Setting Context Hunger Games Comprehension Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Creative writing task Hunger Games Themes page Symbols page Language Techniques page Observing the text Big Ideas discussion pages Interview and Presentation Essay structure and planning pages +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!

This swift two-week Film Study, focusing on Baz Luhrmann’s rendition of ELVIS, is tailored for High School English classes, offering students a rapid yet comprehensive review of film techniques and analysis. Featuring pre-viewing and post-viewing inquiries, six interactive activity stations, and written response prompts, this dynamic film unit provides a condensed but enriching exploration of Elvis. By immersing themselves in the Elvis film, students will gain a deep understanding of its themes, characters, and distinctive cinematic elements. Our user-friendly film study booklet includes all essential worksheets for pre- and post-viewing activities, collaborative station tasks, and writing exercises. Enhanced with a sample unit plan and teacher notes, this resource empowers educators to facilitate insightful discussions and activities. While detailed answer keys are not provided, the structured tasks ensure intuitive comprehension. This ELVIS High School English Film Study Unit comprises: A comprehensive 12-page student film study booklet featuring: Pre-viewing brainstorming activities Viewing questions tailored to Elvis Revision of film techniques Exploration of Baz Luhrmann’s Red Curtain Cinema techniques Six activity stations focusing on pivotal scenes, relationships, and character development Extended written response prompts for deeper analysis Teacher Resources including: A sample two-week film unit plan Example notes on mise-en-scène Task cards for each activity station** Ideal for English students seeking to refine their understanding of film analysis and techniques, this unit offers flexibility for integration into existing curriculum or as a standalone module. It also serves as a valuable resource for substitute or relief teachers, ensuring continuity in learning during transitional periods. *Please note: *The purchase of the film is required to complete this unit. *Detailed answer keys for each page are not included, but tasks are scaffolded for ease of comprehension and examples are provided for more challenging exercises. Looking for an immersive high school film unit that delves deep into film techniques and analysis? Explore our comprehensive Film Study for Any Film, designed to engage upper high school students in crafting technical film essays with finesse.

Introducing our comprehensive LANGUAGE STUDY UNIT designed for Secondary English students, focusing on advertising language techniques and analysis. This unit is perfect for High School English students in Years 9-11 who are studying language techniques and want to explore how they are utilized to convey meaning in advertisements. The unit begins by providing an overview of the basics of advertising, followed by an in-depth analysis of the language used in advertisements. Students will then have the opportunity to find their own examples of advertisements and present their analysis to the class. The student booklet is a convenient print-and-go resource, accompanied by all necessary teacher notes, a unit plan, marking keys, and examples of advertisements. With this complete unit, you can save time and energy, as all the work is done for you! Includes: A 32-page print-and-go student booklet with - Pre-unit survey visual and verbal language terms for advertising appeals of advertising Analysing advertisements using an analysis grid Stereotypes, symbols in advertising Slogans How to write about language techniques Task sheets Planning and writing pages Sample essay marking schedule and so much more… 2. Teacher Resources, including: A teacher unit plan, Answer keys and notes Example analysis sheet Advertisements and examples This complete language study unit was created for Year 9 - Year 11 students in Australia and New Zealand, but can be used around the world for a similar purpose - you may just need to tweak the marking schedule to suit your schooling system. This product contains some British English spelling.

Notes on language terminology, complete with lists and definitions, for each year of Secondary Schooling, increasing in breath and difficulty for each year level. Use as a complete list to give to students each year, and refer to them throughout the year as you memorise terms, hone skills and complete tasks. Buy one set for the English year level you teach, or pay less per set for a complete Secondary Language Terms Set. 1. Year 10 Language Terms – 10 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 14 years of age: New Zealand Year 10 students, Australian Year 9 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students 2. Year 11 Language Terms - 11 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 15 years of age: New Zealand Year 11 students, Australian Year 10 students, and UK Key Stage 4 students 3. Year 12 Language Terms - 12 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 16 years of age: New Zealand Year 12 students, Australian Year 11 students, and UK Key Stage 4 students 4. Year 13+ Language Terms - 11 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 17 years of age: New Zealand Year 13 students, Australian Year 12 students, and UK Key Stage 4 students, Post 16 Education, and English Higher Education or Tertiary Students Each set covers a range of areas that students need to know: Y11 Grammar & Parts of Speech Terms – Adverb, Antonym, Article, Connotation, Conjunction… etc Sentences, Parts of Sentences Terms – Contention, Run-on Sentence, Clause… etc Language Terms for this level – Analogy, Allegory, Alusion, Ambiguity, Colloquialism, Contrast… etc Textual Terms to go with units on Novel, Film, Oral Presentations, Poetry Punctuation Terms – Apostrophe, Brackets, Capital Letters, Colon,… etc

Notes on language terminology, complete with lists and definitions, for each year of Secondary Schooling, increasing in breath and difficulty for each year level. Use as a complete list to give to students each year, and refer to them throughout the year as you memorise terms, hone skills and complete tasks. Buy one set for the English year level you teach, or pay less per set for a complete Secondary Language Terms Set. 1. Year 10 Language Terms – 10 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 14 years of age: New Zealand Year 10 students, Australian Year 9 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students 2. Year 11 Language Terms - 11 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 15 years of age: New Zealand Year 11 students, Australian Year 10 students, and UK Key Stage 4 students 3. Year 12 Language Terms - 12 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 16 years of age: New Zealand Year 12 students, Australian Year 11 students, and UK Key Stage 4 students 4. Year 13+ Language Terms - 11 pages in length - Suit students of approximately 17 years of age: New Zealand Year 13 students, Australian Year 12 students, and UK Key Stage 4 students, Post 16 Education, and English Higher Education or Tertiary Students Each set covers a range of areas that students need to know: Y12 Grammar & Parts of Speech Terms – Adverb, Antonym, Article, Connotation, Conjunction… etc Sentences, Parts of Sentences Terms – Contention, Run-on Sentence, Clause… etc Language Terms for this level – Analogy, Allegory, Alusion, Ambiguity, Bias, Colloquialism… etc Textual Terms to go with units on Novel, Film, Oral Presentations, Poetry Punctuation Terms – Apostrophe, Brackets, Capital Letters, Colon,… etc

3 documents rolled into one, containing a wealth of tips and information on how to manage your classroom effectively, from an experienced English teacher. Lots of great advice and techniques to try out. Stop wondering what else you can do, and read this.  Document 1: Classroom Presence – what it means to have ‘presence’ in the classroom, and what to do to ensure you have it. (1 page) Document 2: Rapport – how to establish rapport with your students (1 page) Document 3: Behaviour Management for the Secondary Classroom – sections covering how to act to minimise the need for behaviour management, what techniques to use during class to manage disruptions and poor behaviour, how not to sabotage your own classroom behaviour, and dealing with common issues that crop up (4 pages) CHECK OUT my other great classroom resources - I have some great sets of Motivational Quotes or Student Affirmation posters that you may like - a super fast and easy display to make your classroom look great. new teacher, new teachers, improving skills, teaching tips, behaviour management, creating rapport, create rapport, presence, classroom presence, help for new teachers

14 bright, positive messages for a Secondary English classroom :) These make creating a great display easy and fast. Messages include: Keep Calm and… Arrive Organised Write Essays Read More Use Paragraphs… and so on :) English, secondary english, english classroom, english word wall, high school english, upper school english, senior english, secondary english word wall, english definitions, english key words, english keywords, english key word display, english display, english classroom display, english classroom decor, english decor, english classroom posters, english posters, english printable posters, poster, posters, english poster, printable poster

Get To Know You Quiz & Starting Out Diagnostic Test - Year 10 1. A ‘Quick Quiz’ with a range of fun questions for your class to answer on the first day back. Questions include both silly items (colour of socks) and useful ones for the teacher (best school subject). (2 pages) Fully Editable Word Document. 2. A Diagnostic test to help you with your initial familiarisation with your students. Covers editing, a few terminology questions, some homonym questions, and an extended writing section. (2 pages) Fully Editable Word Document. A Poster of Student Work Expectations. (1 page) Not Editable. PDF. A handout of 2 pages with English Class expectations for setting up your class and classroom expectations - covers areas like homework, discipline system, being on time, etc. Fully Editable Word Document. *Suits students of approximately 14 years of age: New Zealand Year 10 students, Australian Year 9 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students *CHECK OUT my other Secondary English resources - I have some great Essay Structure posters, or an editable Novel Study booklet suitable for any book that you might like :) English, secondary english, high school english, english quiz, english test, english diagnostic test, diagnostic tests, english resources, starting the year,