Dive into the captivating world of J.B. Priestley’s “An Inspector Calls” with our detailed resource focused on Act One, specially designed for KS3 and KS4 students, including those with lower English proficiency and EAL learners. This comprehensive and accessible resource helps all students understand and analyze the opening act of this classic play - It even includes an adapted script! Key Features: Engaging Activities: Step-by-step tasks that introduce the characters, themes, and events of Act One. Visual Aids: Rich visuals and clear explanations to simplify complex concepts and enhance understanding. Student-Centered Tasks: Thought-provoking questions and activities designed to encourage critical thinking and class discussion. Differentiated Content: Adaptable materials suitable for low ability and EAL pupils, ensuring inclusivity in learning. Assessment Tools: Quiz to assess comprehension and retention of Act One. Why Use This Resource? Boost Engagement: Interactive and varied activities keep students engaged and motivated. Improve Understanding: Detailed explanations and visual aids help students grasp the play’s context and characters, enhancing their overall analysis. Support Diverse Learners: Designed with the needs of lower ability and EAL students in mind, this resource ensures all students can succeed. What You’ll Get: ✔ PDF presentations with key context and character information ✔ Printable quiz for Act One ✔ An adapted script for LAP / EAL pupils ✔ A free vocabulary game Prepare your students for success with this essential “An Inspector Calls” Act One resource. Ideal for teachers seeking to provide an inclusive, engaging, and thorough understanding of the play’s opening act. Download now and start transforming your lessons today! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Conclude your students’ journey through J.B. Priestley’s “An Inspector Calls” with our comprehensive review and final thoughts resource. Designed specifically for KS3 and KS4 students, including those with lower English proficiency and EAL learners, this resource helps students consolidate their understanding and analysis of the entire play. Key Features: Engaging Review Activities: Tasks that recap the key events, characters, and themes of the play. Visual Aids: Rich visuals and clear explanations to simplify complex concepts and aid comprehension. Student-Centered Tasks: Thought-provoking questions and activities designed to encourage critical thinking and class discussion. Differentiated Content: Adaptable materials suitable for low ability and EAL pupils, ensuring inclusivity in learning. Assessment Tools: A detailed quiz to assess overall understanding and retention of the play. Why Use This Resource? Boost Engagement: Interactive and varied activities keep students motivated and engaged. Improve Understanding: Detailed explanations and visual aids help students grasp the play’s context, character dynamics, and themes, enhancing their overall analysis. Support Diverse Learners: Designed with the needs of lower ability and EAL students in mind, this resource ensures all students can succeed. What You’ll Get: ✔ PDF presentations with key context and character information for the entire play ✔ Printable revision guide to prepare pupils for the quiz ✔ Assessment quiz with answers to gauge student understanding ✔ A free vocabulary game Equip your students for success with this essential “An Inspector Calls” review and final thoughts resource. Perfect for teachers looking to provide an inclusive, engaging, and thorough recap of the entire play. Download now and start enriching your lessons today! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Dive Into the World of Blogging with Our “Travel Writing - Blog” Lesson – Now Available on TES! Unleash the potential of blogging with our engaging lesson designed for budding writers who wish to explore the vibrant world of travel blogging. This comprehensive lesson guides students through the art of blog writing, highlighting how blogs can be used to share travel experiences, tips, and personal insights. Whether your students are aspiring bloggers or curious about digital storytelling, this lesson offers them the tools to articulate their journeys in captivating blog posts. Exciting Features of Our “Travel Writing - Blog” Lesson: Introduction to Blogging: Jumpstart the adventure with a detailed overview of what blogs are, the significance of blogging, and its impact on readers worldwide. Reasons to Blog: Explore the various motivations behind travel blogging, from sharing experiences and remembering journeys to interacting with a global community of travelers. Step-by-Step Guide to Blog Writing: Follow a structured approach to blog writing, starting from picking a place, thinking about the visit, finding out more, to crafting a compelling narrative that captures the essence of the adventure. Interactive Blog Writing Activities: Engage in practical exercises that mirror the blog writing process, including organizing thoughts, researching facts, and articulating experiences in a blog format. Features of a Blog Post: Delve into the anatomy of a blog post, learning how to craft intriguing titles, introductions, headings, and how to effectively engage with the audience through comments. Why Our Lesson Is Essential: Fosters Creative Expression: Encourages students to express their unique perspectives and stories, enhancing their creative writing skills. Enhances Digital Literacy: Provides insights into digital storytelling and the importance of online content creation in today’s digital age. Promotes Critical Thinking: Through the process of crafting blog posts, students learn to organize their thoughts, research, and reflect on their experiences. Encourages Interaction: Shows students the value of sharing their stories with a wider audience and engaging with readers through comments. Classroom-Ready: This ready-to-use lesson includes all necessary materials for immediate implementation, enriching your curriculum with relevant and modern content writing practices. Perfect for: Educators aiming to introduce their students to blogging as a modern form of storytelling, especially within the context of travel writing. Embark on the exciting journey of blog writing with our “Travel Writing - Blog” lesson. This resource not only introduces students to the fundamentals of blogging but also inspires them to document their travel experiences creatively. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Travel Writing - Introduction - 2024 Unlock the world of travel writing with our interactive and engaging lesson designed for young explorers. Tailored for students, this booklet offers a comprehensive introduction to the art of travel writing, blending creativity, learning, and fun. Discover the various forms of travel tales through activities that inspire and educate. Key Features of Our Travel Writing Lesson: Interactive Speaking Task: Students tackle the challenge, “Travelling is pointless. Why see the world?” Encouraging critical thinking and persuasive speaking, this activity sparks lively classroom debates. Creative Writing Task: Learners craft a fact file about a country they dream of visiting, utilizing research skills to uncover climate, cuisine, landmarks, and fun facts. Vocabulary Expansion: A dedicated section for enriching students’ lexicon, ensuring they grasp the language of adventure and exploration. Diverse Activities: From unscrambling key terms like ‘diary’, ‘review’, and ‘blog’, to engaging with spelling rules, and reflecting on travel writing’s impact, students enjoy a varied learning experience. Personal Reflection: Encourages students to ponder their learning journey, enhancing self-awareness and appreciation for new knowledge. Why Choose Our Travel Writing Lesson? Builds Critical Thinking: Challenges students to consider different perspectives on travel. Enhances Research Skills: Through the creation of a detailed fact file, students learn to gather and organize information effectively. Promotes Creativity: Through writing and speaking tasks, students express themselves creatively while learning about new cultures. Interactive Learning: Engages students with a blend of tasks that cater to different learning styles. Ready to Use: Fully prepared lesson, complete with tasks, reflections, and a vocabulary bank, saving you preparation time. Perfect for: Teachers seeking to introduce their students to the enriching world of travel writing, encouraging exploration, curiosity, and cultural awareness. Dive into the adventure of travel writing with our introductory lesson. Explore, learn, and create with your students, fostering a love for stories and discoveries that span the globe. Visit our TES store to access this resource and more, crafted to make learning an exciting journey for you and your students. Happy teaching! **Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3 **

Unlock the Art of Memory and Reflection with Our “Travel Writing - Journal Writing” Lesson – Exclusively Available on TES! IThis enriching lesson guides students through the personal journey of journaling, emphasizing the significance of capturing moments, emotions, and insights on paper. Perfect for KS3 students with a wanderlust spirit or those seeking to explore the depths of their imagination, our lesson equips young writers with the skills to create a personal memento of their journeys, both real and imagined. Exciting Features of Our “Travel Writing - Journal Writing” Lesson: Understanding Journal Writing: Introduce students to the concept of journaling, distinguishing it from diary writing and emphasizing its role as a vessel for personal expression and reflection. Inspiring Journal Entries: Through the exploration of what might be found in a travel journal, such as maps, photos, and personal reflections, students learn the diverse content that enriches journal entries. Creative Journaling Tasks: Foster creativity with tasks that encourage students to imagine their own travel experiences or reflect on personal journeys, guiding them to articulate these experiences in their journals. Interactive Exercises: Engage students with interactive exercises that simulate the process of journaling, including organizing thoughts, embracing creativity, and reflecting on personal growth. Why Our Lesson is Invaluable: Encourages Deep Reflection: Helps students engage with their thoughts and experiences on a deeper level, promoting self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Cultivates Writing Skills: Enhances descriptive and reflective writing abilities, empowering students to articulate their views and memories vividly. Boosts Creativity: By combining writing with drawing and mapping, students explore diverse methods of expression, unlocking their creative potential. Promotes Personal Growth: Journaling is not just about recording events; it’s a pathway to understanding oneself better, making this lesson an essential tool for personal development. Ready for Classroom Use: With all materials included for immediate use, this lesson simplifies planning and enriches your English curriculum with a focus on personal narrative and creative expression. Perfect For: Teachers looking to inspire their students to capture the essence of their travels, thoughts, and dreams through the timeless art of journal writing. Visit our TES store to access this lesson and explore more resources crafted to make learning a dynamic and reflective adventure Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Dive into the Art of Crafting Engaging Reviews with Our Travel Writing - Writing a Review Lesson – Now Available on TES! Elevate your students’ writing skills with our detailed and dynamic lesson on writing travel reviews. This lesson is expertly designed to guide young writers through the captivating world of travel experiences, teaching them how to articulate their adventures engagingly and informatively. Whether your students dream of exploring distant lands or recounting tales from local jaunts, this lesson provides the tools they need to bring their stories to life. Exciting Features of Our Travel Writing - Writing a Review Lesson: Understanding Reviews: Kickstart the journey with an interactive discussion on what reviews are and why they’re important, laying the groundwork for insightful writing. Creative Unscrambling Task: Warm up with a fun word game, unscrambling terms related to reviews, from ‘movies’ to ‘music’, enhancing vocabulary related to travel and critique. Story-Driven Learning: Dive into a captivating story about Tom and “The Spicy Spoon”, a narrative designed to illustrate the core elements of a story, from setting to climax and resolution. Comprehensive Writing Task: Students get hands-on experience by writing their own review of a travel destination, incorporating learned elements such as star ratings, pros and cons, and detailed commentary. Speaking Task Challenge: Encourage verbal expression with a speaking task that prompts students to convince a skeptic of the day’s learning value, fostering confidence and persuasive skills. Why Our Lesson Stands Out: Builds Analytical Skills: By dissecting and creating reviews, students develop a keen eye for detail and critical thinking. Encourages Expressive Writing: Through structured tasks, students learn to convey their observations and opinions clearly and compellingly. Interactive and Engaging: A mix of individual and group activities ensures students are actively learning and engaged. Ready for the Classroom: This complete lesson includes everything from discussion prompts to reflection tasks, making it easy to integrate into your curriculum. Perfect for: Educators looking to inspire their students with the power of words and the beauty of exploring new horizons through writing. Transform your students into articulate travel writers with our Writing a Review lesson. This resource is not just about crafting reviews; it’s about opening students’ eyes to the world’s wonders through written words. Head over to our TES store to explore this lesson and discover more resources designed to make learning a captivating adventure. Happy teaching! **Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3 **

Explore the Personal Side of Travel with Our “Travel Writing - Diary Writing” Lesson – Exclusively on TES! Elevate your students’ understanding and appreciation of personal narratives with our immersive lesson on diary writing in the context of travel. This meticulously designed lesson takes young learners on a journey through their inner landscapes against the backdrop of travel experiences, teaching them the art of diary writing as a means to document, reflect, and introspect. Whether venturing to distant realms or navigating the terrains of their local environment, this lesson equips students to capture their adventures in the most personal and reflective manner. Key Features of Our “Travel Writing - Diary Writing” Lesson: Introduction to Diary Writing: Begin with an explorative discussion on the essence and significance of diary writing, setting the foundation for a deep, introspective journey. Imaginative Storytelling: Engage with the heartfelt tale of Ellie and her mystical companion, Whiskers, to demonstrate the emotional depth and narrative potential of diary entries. Varied Writing Prompts: Encourage students to pen their own diary entries, guiding them to explore their thoughts, feelings, and observations with sensitivity and depth. Diverse Learning Activities: From deciphering the reasons behind diary writing to matching diary entry components, this lesson is packed with engaging tasks that enrich students’ learning experience. Reflection and Expression Tasks: Foster personal reflection and eloquent expression, challenging students to understand the value of capturing moments through words in a diary format. Why Our Lesson Is a Must-Have: Cultivates Emotional Intelligence: Diary writing encourages students to engage with their feelings and experiences on a deeper level, fostering empathy and self-awareness. Enhances Descriptive Writing: Through diary entries, students learn to articulate their experiences vividly, honing their ability to describe and narrate. Promotes Reflective Thinking: The lesson guides students in reflective practice, encouraging them to see the world through a lens of curiosity and wonder. Interactive and Comprehensive: With a mix of reading, writing, speaking, and reflection activities, this lesson is designed to be both educational and engaging, ensuring students are actively involved in their learning process. Classroom-Ready: Complete with all necessary materials for immediate implementation, this lesson simplifies lesson planning and enriches your curriculum. Perfect for: Teachers looking to inspire their students to document their journeys and personal growth through the timeless practice of diary writing. Invite your students to embark on a voyage of self-discovery with our “Travel Writing - Diary Writing” lesson. **Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3 **

Of Mice & Men - Chapter Two - 2024 Enhance your students’ understanding of Steinbeck’s classic with “Of Mice & Men - Chapter Two” a comprehensive TES resource designed to support learners of all abilities. Product Description Engaging Activities: Dive into the text with discussion tasks, vocabulary tasks, and structured writing activities to develop comprehension skills. Character Analysis: Explore new characters such as Candy and Curley through guided tasks, fostering deeper understanding and critical thinking. Interactive Learning: Encourage active participation with reading tasks and a watching task, allowing students to visualize key scenes and events. Supportive Learning Environment: Designed to meet the needs of EAL learners, this resource provides clear instructions and accessible content. Comprehension Checks: Test understanding with retrieval tasks and a learning checkpoint quiz, ensuring students grasp key concepts and events. Worried if the language is pitched appropriately for your group? Check out this text sample: ‘The Dust Bowl was a time when a lot of land in parts of the United States turned very dry and dusty. The soil blew away in the wind, causing big dust storms. These dust storms made it hard to grow crops and live on the land. It happened mainly in the 1930s.’ Elevate your teaching of “Of Mice & Men” with this comprehensive lesson pack, promoting engagement and understanding in your classroom. Ready to enhance your teaching? Download “Of Mice & Men - Chapter Two” today! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Of Mice & Men - Chapter Four - 2024 “Of Mice & Men - Chapter Four” provides an immersive and comprehensive teaching resource to enhance your students’ understanding of Steinbeck’s timeless novel. Crafted with engaging activities and targeted support, this lesson pack facilitates active learning and promotes critical thinking skills. Dynamic Activities: From group discussions to writing tasks, students delve deep into the themes and characters of the novel, fostering analytical thinking and empathy. Character Exploration: Explore the complexities of Crooks, the African American stable buck, and his experiences of loneliness and discrimination through guided tasks, encouraging deeper understanding. Interactive Learning: Engage students’ creativity and comprehension with drawing tasks, vocabulary activities, and reading tasks that bring the text to life in the classroom. Language Development: Expand students’ vocabulary and language skills with focused vocabulary tasks, fostering linguistic proficiency and confidence. Comprehensive Comprehension: Assess students’ understanding with retrieval tasks and learning checkpoint quizzes, ensuring mastery of key concepts and themes. Accessible Support: With clear instructions and accessible content, this resource caters to diverse learners, including EAL students, fostering inclusivity and participation. Elevate your teaching of “Of Mice & Men” and ignite a passion for literature in your classroom with “Chapter Four.” Download now to enrich your students’ learning experience! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Of Mice and Men - Chapter Six - 2024 Dive into the poignant conclusion of Steinbeck’s masterpiece with “Of Mice and Men - Chapter Six.” This resource is carefully crafted to deepen students’ engagement and comprehension of the novel’s final chapter. Engaging Activities: Through interactive tasks and discussions, students explore the pivotal events and characters, fostering critical thinking and empathy. Vocabulary Enrichment: Expand students’ vocabulary with focused tasks, enhancing language proficiency and comprehension. Comprehensive Comprehension: Assess students’ understanding with retrieval tasks and quizzes, ensuring mastery of key concepts. Interactive Learning: Encourage creativity and analysis with speaking, writing, and prediction activities, making the text come alive in the classroom. Empathy and Reflection: Prompt discussions on characters’ decisions and moral dilemmas, encouraging students to reflect on the complexities of human nature. Accessible Support: With clear instructions and inclusive content, this resource caters to diverse learners, including ESL students, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Elevate your teaching of “Of Mice and Men” and inspire profound literary insights with “Chapter Six.” Download now to enrich your students’ literary journey! Explore more resources like this on Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Of Mice & Men - Chapter Five - 2024 “Of Mice & Men - Chapter Five” presents a captivating exploration of Steinbeck’s classic novel, designed to enrich students’ understanding and engagement. Through a variety of interactive tasks and thoughtful discussions, this resource encourages deep reflection and critical thinking. Engaging Activities: From quote hunts to discussion tasks, students delve into key themes and character motivations, fostering analytical skills and empathy. Vocabulary Enrichment: Expand students’ vocabulary with focused vocabulary tasks, promoting language proficiency and comprehension. Comprehensive Comprehension: Test students’ understanding with retrieval tasks and learning checkpoint quizzes, ensuring mastery of essential concepts. Interactive Learning: Encourage creativity and critical thinking with speaking, writing, and drawing activities, bringing the text to life in the classroom. Empathy and Analysis: Prompt discussions on the characters’ roles and moral dilemmas, encouraging students to consider whether Lennie is a victim or a villain, deepening their understanding of the narrative complexities. Accessible Support: With clear instructions and accessible content, this resource caters to diverse learners, including ESL students, fostering inclusivity in the classroom. Elevate your teaching of “Of Mice & Men” and inspire profound literary insights with “Chapter Five.” Download now to enhance your students’ learning experience! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Of Mice & Men - Chapter Three - 2024 “Of Mice & Men - Chapter Three” offers a dynamic resource to deepen your students’ comprehension of Steinbeck’s classic novel. Designed with engaging activities and tailored support, this lesson pack ensures inclusivity and fosters active participation. Engaging Activities: From discussions to writing tasks, students explore key themes and characters, developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Character Exploration: Delve into the complexities of characters like Lennie and Curley through guided tasks, enhancing understanding and empathy. Interactive Learning: Encourage students’ creativity and visualization with drawing tasks and reading activities, bringing the text to life in the classroom. Language Development: Expand vocabulary and language skills with focused vocabulary tasks, promoting linguistic proficiency. Comprehensive Comprehension: Test students’ understanding with retrieval tasks and learning checkpoint quizzes, ensuring mastery of essential concepts. Accessible Support: With clear instructions and accessible content, this resource caters to diverse learners, including EAL students. Elevate your teaching of “Of Mice & Men” and ignite a passion for literature in your classroom with “Chapter Three.” Download now to enrich your students’ learning experience! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

**Of Mice and Men - Chapter One - 2024 ** Dive into Steinbeck’s world with “Of Mice & Men - Chapter 1,” an engaging TES resource crafted for English teachers working with low-ability and EAL pupils. Product Description Simplified Vocabulary: Key terms broken down for better understanding. Character Exploration: Creative tasks to visualize and describe George and Lennie. Structured Activities: Guided reading and writing tasks to build comprehension. Supportive Format: Designed to aid EAL learners with clear, concise instructions. Ideal for making the classic tale accessible and relatable, fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. Worried if the language is pitched appropriately for your group? Check out this text sample: ‘The Dust Bowl was a time when a lot of land in parts of the United States turned very dry and dusty. The soil blew away in the wind, causing big dust storms. These dust storms made it hard to grow crops and live on the land. It happened mainly in the 1930s.’ Don’t despair; download this excellent and insightful lesson pack today! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

La Tomatina: An Exciting Non-Fiction Lesson for KS2/KS3 Immerse your students in the vibrant and festive world of La Tomatina with our engaging non-fiction lesson. Designed for KS2/KS3 students, this comprehensive lesson, delivered through Google Slides, offers a range of interactive activities to enhance word choice, comprehension, sentence structure, and paragraph development, all centered around the famous Spanish tomato-throwing festival. Why Choose the La Tomatina Non-Fiction Lesson? 1 - Engaging and interactive: Capture students’ attention with an exciting lesson that immerses them in the world of La Tomatina. 2 - Comprehensive language development: From vocabulary enhancement to video comprehension and paragraph writing, this lesson covers various English language skills. 3- Digital delivery through Google Slides: Conveniently access and deliver the lesson from anywhere, making it suitable for in-class or remote learning. 4 - Adaptable to different age groups: Tailor the tasks to meet the needs and abilities of your students. 5 - Encourages cultural appreciation and creativity: Foster an understanding and appreciation for diverse traditions, develop writing skills, and promote cultural exploration. Invite your students to celebrate La Tomatina through this engaging non-fiction lesson. Ignite their curiosity, enhance language skills, and foster cultural awareness. Purchase now and transport your students to the tomato-filled streets of Spain as they deepen their English language abilities! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Dive into the Deep: An Exciting Shark Non-Fiction Lesson Discover the fascinating world of sharks with our engaging and immersive non-fiction lesson designed specifically for KS2/KS3 students. Delivered through a Google Slides PDF, this comprehensive lesson offers a range of interactive activities to enhance word choice, comprehension, sentence structure, and creative expression, all centered around the captivating theme of sharks. Why Choose the Dive into the Deep Shark Non-Fiction Lesson? Engaging and interactive: Capture students’ attention with a captivating lesson that brings the world of sharks to life. Comprehensive language development: From vocabulary enhancement to reading comprehension and creative writing, this lesson covers various English language skills. Digital delivery through Google Slides PDF: Conveniently access and deliver the lesson from anywhere, making it suitable for in-class or remote learning. Adaptable to different age groups: Tailor the tasks to meet the needs and abilities of your students. Encourages critical thinking and creativity: Foster a love for non-fiction reading and inspire creative expression through poetry. Dive into the Deep and explore the awe-inspiring world of sharks with our engaging non-fiction lesson. Spark curiosity, enhance language skills, and ignite a passion for learning. Purchase now and take your students on an unforgettable journey beneath the waves! Want to check if the reading text is suitable for your pupils? Here’s a sample below: ‘Sharks are fascinating creatures that inhabit the oceans. They are known for their sharp teeth and unique bodies that help them swim swiftly through the water. Let’s learn more about these magnificent creatures and test your understanding with some comprehension questions! Sharks come in various shapes and sizes. Some, like the great white shark, can grow up to 20 feet long. Their bodies are designed for speed, allowing them to chase their prey effortlessly. Sharks have many rows of teeth, which they use to catch and tear their food.’ Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Dodgeball: A Dynamic Non-Fiction Lesson for KS2/KS3 Get ready to bring the thrill of dodgeball into your classroom with our exciting and interactive non-fiction lesson designed for KS2/KS3 students. Delivered through a Google Slides PDF, this comprehensive lesson offers a range of engaging activities to enhance word choice, comprehension, sentence structure, and paragraph development, all centered around the energetic sport of dodgeball. Why Choose the Dodgeball Non-Fiction Lesson? 1 - Engaging and interactive: Capture students’ attention with a dynamic lesson that immerses them in the world of dodgeball. 2 - Comprehensive language development: From vocabulary enhancement to video comprehension and paragraph writing, this lesson covers various English language skills. 3 - Digital delivery through Google Slides PDF: Conveniently access and deliver the lesson from anywhere, making it suitable for in-class or remote learning. 4 - Adaptable to different age groups: Tailor the tasks to meet the needs and abilities of your students. 5 - Encourages critical thinking and creativity: Foster an appreciation for non-fiction reading, develop writing skills, and promote analytical thinking. Bring the excitement of dodgeball into your classroom with our engaging non-fiction lesson. Ignite student enthusiasm, enhance language skills, and foster a love for learning. Purchase now and inspire your students to embrace the spirit of dodgeball while honing their English language abilities! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Discover a captivating English lesson on Eurovision, specially designed for reluctant readers and writers. This engaging resource effortlessly enhances reading and writing skills while introducing the colorful world of Eurovision. Through interactive activities and exciting content, students will delve into the history, music, and cultural diversity of this renowned international song contest. Unlock your students’ potential with this fun and dynamic lesson, fostering a love for learning through the magic of Eurovision. Ignite their curiosity, expand their vocabulary, and empower their communication skills with this captivating educational experience. Ideal for teachers seeking innovative ways to support and engage their students. This resource includes - A 20 slide booklet / presentation A range of activities to support reading, writing and communication skills Engaging images and a linked video to ignite interest A FREE selection from the word game, Vocablocks Want a sample of the text to check if it is suitable for your pupils? Just look below! ‘Eurovision is an international song contest that brings together countries from across the world, mostly European countries. It started in 1956 and has been watched by people ever since. The contest features talented performers from each country that takes part, who perform original songs on a grand stage. The event is broadcasted live on television and reaches millions of viewers.’ Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Engage your students with this comprehensive War of the Worlds lesson that delves deep into the writer’s craft and context of the story. This 19-page lesson includes 25 tasks that are designed to help students develop their analytical and critical thinking skills. The lesson comes with a free analytical paragraph writing support sheet, making it easy for students to structure their writing and organize their thoughts. In this lesson, students will explore two different extracts from War of the Worlds and analyze the writer’s craft, including language, tone, and literary devices. They will also learn about the context of the story, including the historical and social factors that influenced H.G. Wells’ writing. By the end of the lesson, students will have a deep understanding of the story and its themes, as well as the skills to write analytical paragraphs and essays. This War of the Worlds lesson is perfect for middle and high school students and can be used in both classroom and remote learning environments. It is aligned with AQA standards and is designed to meet the needs of a variety of GCSE curriculums. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage your students and help them develop their analytical and critical thinking skills with this comprehensive lesson. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

An introductory lesson devoted to the context of ‘London’ by William Blake. Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ introduction to the poem or a key revision resource. Ideal as an engaging, thoughtful and relevant introduction to the poem’s key themes and ideas which includes: -A reflective and interesting starter resource that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content. -A number of scaffolded tasks which increasingly ask pupils to consider Blake’s context and their own. -A curated range of video clips which guide pupils towards an extended and independent task.

An exciting and engaging resource that will help support the skills needed to teach P1, Q5. Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ and thought provoking lesson that will enable pupils to connect with their learning. This includes: -A reflective and guided ‘descriptive writing’ strip that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content. -A number of scaffolded tasks which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for P1, Q5. -A truly unique and interesting video resource (find the link on the powerpoint!) that drives the lesson forward. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3