Part one of a 2 parter. Deals with structure of sonnet and gives a modern example. Ready to deliver.

Resource allowS user to randomly pick a poem from 170 different slides. Useful for instant lessons/cover lessons/discussions/homework/remote learning.

Part two leads the student to Shakespeare and the reasons behind writing.

Slides to help create a lesson quickly. Tips included.

Number 11/12/13 in the series. See THE GIVER GUIDE for a comprehensive chapter summary and audio links.

Students answer questions on chapters 7-10 and read Chapt 11.

Roald Dahl’s GENESIS & CATASTROPHE. Some questions attached. Takes 1/2 hour.

First lessons should leave students interested in finding out more about the subject. 15 facts and a worksheet ready to deliver. Add extra information if you want.

A simple way to generate ideas for story writing using six pictures and a coin. Suitable for any level, low or very high.

Go places without going places. A whole bunch of interesting train rides and walks etc you can make from the safety of your home. Students can write a diary of their travels.

Lesson covers the celebration of Elizabethan festivals and deals with the idea of misrule and confusion. Ideal as a context lesson.

Lesson uses resources from RSC learning zone to explore the opening scene. links to clips included and already to go.

A lesson based on material and ideas on the National Archive site. Students examine documents from the time and complete their own investigation into the plot and its outcomes.

Students reflect on chapters 14 & 15 and read chapters 16 & 17

From Greek ideas about Love -the lesson shows different loves and examples. Contains videos and songs for students to match. Ready to go.

A set of slides providing creative writing/speaking/drama based stimuli. Can be used over KS3 and 4.

Students imagine they are Romeo/Juliet both before and after their meeting at Capulet's ball. They update their facebook according to their new feelings. Obviously this format would work for any character in any play/story. See also Hamlet and Ophelia on Facebook lesson.

This is a lesson asking students to argue/persuade. Are school meals value for money/taste ? Alternative meals from other countries are shown as inspiration.

The old problem of the farmer/goat/cabbage and wolf brought to you in technicolor. Students work in teams or pairs to solve the problem and work out the best way to present their solution to the class. Works well as a starter for lots of objectives.

illustrated slide-show of the sonnet with italics to help understanding. Do give feedback if useful !