GCSE English progress tracker - I have my learners stick this in the front inside of their exercise books to keep a track on their own progress.

GCSE English Language Revision powerpoints (I will be using mine as a remote revision session and sending to all of my learners for their own revision following the session).

Analysing an extract from ‘Boys don’t cry’ with a focus on use of slang in writing.

GCSE Creative writing lesson, focussed on the AQA exam board but adaptable to others. Would work well as an online lesson.

Lesson on paper 1 question 3 - how does the writer use structure?

Differentiated language feature starters to stretch and challenge the more able learners.

Introduction GCSE English session (aimed at AQA exam series but adaptable). Introduction session - ascertaining prior knowledge of learners and a general overview of GCSE English. *Includes recap quiz - link to Kahoots and a paper based version. *

AQA Paper 1 Revision Powerpoint

Evaluate question on source document ‘Don’t ask Jack’. Aimed at lower ability learners.

A creative writing resource inviting learners to re-write a classic fairy tale from a different point of view.

This resource is aimed at encouraging learners to consider how they start each sentence and to vary it for effect.

A speech writing lesson on climate change - suitable for a remote session or distance/independent learning.

Language features activities/worksheets

I’ve updated an old resource that I created as a project during my PGCE placement. Hopefully it’s useful for anyone currently working from home with their children or for teachers to utilise as a resource during this period of virtual learning. Mindfulness is a fantastic technique and a useful one too, particularly during unprecidented times like the ones we’re currently in. #coronavirus #covid19 #mindfulness #calm #Englishlanguage #reflection

GCSE English lesson plan & resources (Paper 2 Question 5)

Bingo based around basic English revision. Could be used for a starter or a short revision task.

GCSE English lesson plan & resources (Paper 1 Question 5)

Speaking and Listening powerpoint presentation on BLM - guide learners to research a topic focused on BLM with prompting questions

A short comprehensive guide on structure and how to form an answer around structure in text. Aimed at GCSE English students (AQA but could be transferable to other exam boards or helpful in general for looking at structure).