A creative resource that I have used to stir excitement on entrance to an imaginative writing lesson based on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory or can be used as reward tickets for recognition of excellent work.

A lesson that helps support student understanding of : topic sentence, supporting sentences and linking sentences. Demonstrating how to use them effectively in non-fiction writing, linking to question 5 on the Paper 2 exam. Lesson includes: Annotated 8 page PowerPoint Do Now Activity Language feature examples - how to utilise them and how they are effective in non-fiction writing. Links to mark scheme Suggested plan A student model paragraph framework for writing to persuade. A teacher model paragraph framework for writing to persuade.

A full lesson that addresses how to use effective vocabulary and language features in viewpoint writing. Can be used for KS3 and KS4 The lesson includes: Five page PowerPoint Do now starter activities Upgrading vocabulary task Three separate visuals to watch on global warming Exam style question Harvey and Irma Hurricane article by Paul Hoare

A 45 page interactive quiz that can be used at both KS3 and KS4 level. The quiz aims to inject a bit of fun and team spirit when teaching about language devices (which we all know can be onerous for some students) The quiz also identifies the effect on the audience. I Instructions: Students pick a number on the grid which will then take them to a language device question. If the answer is given successfully - brilliant, if not an answer is provided. This quiz is great for: an introduction to language devices, revision purposes, to address any misconceptions or for end of term fun.

A simple card matching activity that can be utilised with both KS2 and KS3. Can be used as a reflection/ retrieval task from a previous lesson or as a starter task for a new lesson. Helps to build peer buddy relationships when working together to sort the features. Can build on the session by asking students to then create sentences, using the devices featured in the match up activity - peer buddies can then guess the feature used :)

This 18 page PowerPoint consists of the following, that can be used to enhance persuasive writing skills either for KS3 GCSE preparation or Functional Skills L1 or L2: SPAG starter activity with answers. Reflection on apostrophes - omissive and possessive with answers. Room 101 mini tasks - ‘If you could get rid of one thing in the world, what would it be?’ Warwick Davies’ view on emails video clip with times ‘pair share’ activity. Persuasive writing re-cap: CDAFOREST. Speech writing with example sentence openers. Peer assessment activity. Plenary activity.

An exciting and engaging lesson that focuses on identifying language and structural features across both Component 1 and Component 2 Papers. Non-Fiction) Will probably take you over two lessons to complete all activities - two for one!! Explores the ‘Red Room,’ by HG Wells (Fiction) Explores the text ‘The Disappearance of Elisa Lam’ Cecil Hotel (Non-Fiction) Package Includes: Extract 1 Red Room Extract 2 Elisa Lam Q4 Reflection Task Starter Recap Activity 13 Page PowerPoint Two exam style questions. One that focuses on thoughts and feelings of character. The second focuses on a sense of mystery.

A full in depth pack that can be used over the span of two 1 hour lessons. Suitable for both KS3/KS4 learners who are studying the Engish GCSE Language pathway. The PowerPoint includes 12 ngaging activities plus resources. The pack address both AO5 and AO6 skills required for success in creative/descriptive writing. Can also be used as a series of revision lessons prior to assessment or exams. Includes the following: Creative Writing Clock to write on. Visual resources Synonym tasks Sentence upgrade exercises Semi-colon revision tasks Upgrade your sentences resources Show Don’t Tell tasks Sentence opener grid/examples Sensory writing tasks Group discussion task Ideas for re-drafting work to demonstrate progress Self - assessment task.

The main body of the lesson focuses on: ‘Can I select language choices used by writers and explain how and why the writer uses them?’ Pack Includes: 22 page interactive PowerPoint, easily spans over two, one hour lessons. Critical thinking activity Recall and retrieval task Visual first impressions task David Tennant video link accmpanied by attitude and dialect exercise Example questions with texts to analyse Teacher tips and grade boundaries that can be adapted, accordingly Generating ideas grid Plenary Task: 5 Steps to Success TEXTS include: ‘The Day I Lost My Temper.’ ‘Blood Brothers’ extract.

An extensive 26 page Powerpoint that intricately looks athow to answer comparison questions for EDUQAS. Lesson can also be used for AQA but may need some slight tweaks to suit your students. The PowerPoint can easily span over two one hour lessons. Pack Includes: Progress Tracker A Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organiser (EDUQAS) - very handy Text A and Text B Example exam questions Step by step breakdown with models for answers to comparison questions. Grid template for quotation analysis Self-check task An excellent package of materials that will prepare any learner for comparison tasks - can be utilised for other exam boards.

This pack contains a clear introduction to Functional Skills English Language and the expectations of the course. Pack contains: 8 page PowerPoint A full gap analysis assessment (16 pages) Gap analysis assessment answers Clear marking guide I have used this many times with my learners, it is a great pack to help understand gaps in knowledge and also helps students to understand what Functional Skills is and the path it will lead them to in terms of work based skills etc…

This fun and interactive lesson can be used to support descriptive/creative writing at many different levels from KS2 right up to KS4. The lesson can be used either as a great starting point, introducing descriptive/creative writing or as a filler lesson to support. This 9 page PowerPoint is a great way to engage young learners when asking to describe settings and locations - " could you draw a picture without seeing it?" the lesson will encourage students to work in pairs. the lesson will display four images for students to describe and draw. Partner A will start off facing the white board and describing the picture for Partner B. Partner B will then be drawing. Includes images and clues. Final task to demonstrate new skills taught . Includes plenary.

An exciting GCSE lesson that can be used regardless of exam spec followed. This lesson focuses on the skills required as opposed to direct exam spec questions. This pack could easily last for two, one hour lessons. The lesson focuses around the notion of horror films and ‘should they be banned in the UK,’ allowing students to form their opinion - allows for great discussion work and could also be linked to speaking and listening skills, if preparing for assessment. Pack includes: 14 page PowerPoint A full starter activity (Rewriting for audience and purpose) Core, Extension and Challenge Thinking Activity linked to horror genre. Outcome and Expectations slide Synonym Task ( upgrading vocab exercises) Writing to argue task Choice of two non-fiction articles to read with class ‘The Lasting Effects of Horror Movies on Teens and Young Children.’ Planning for Success Grids Example teacher written article. Counter arguments task Self - assessment task Outcomes slide.

An informative lesson with plentiful activities that can be used for both Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills English. Includes: four separate documents An in-depth 17 page PowerPoint with a Level 1 City and Guilds Sample Paper 4 and Mark Scheme. Level 1 and 2 QR code for more information on the requirements of the course Spelling worksheet with answer sheet Progress Tracker Key Questions Starter activity with instructions List of all formats and structures for L1 and L2 FS English Writing email poster with instructions -Writing formal letter poster with instructions Writing article poster with instructions Writing report poster with instructions. Purpose of text info slide Reflection task.

Two full lessons included in this pack. A 32 page PowerPoint, packed full of activities to aid and prepare with both speaking and listening skills in addition to a full lesson that addresses transactional writing skills for the Component 2 Language Paper WJEC. Pack includes: 32 page PowerPoint Settler Activity. Explanation of what S&L is, including pass, merit and distinction criteria. Examples of how to start; articles, letters and speeches. A full page of speech topics, over 20 included. A full recap of CDAFOREST with examples and images Example exam questions: write an article, write a letter, write a speech video clip ideas ‘How Instagram Killed my daughter.’ ‘Can I be your friend?’ **** CAUTION watch these clips first before showing your students. Non Fiction Article: Stress and Social Media Exam Tips Challenge Grade 7 task Student marking criteria Reflection task A great lesson that all of my students have enjoyed over and over again.

A great pack that can be utilised for both the introduction to AQA GCSE English Language or as a revision overview. Pack includes: 34 page PowerPoint with step by step guijdance on how to answer the questions on Paper 1: Section A - Reading (1- 4) Exam questions (separate word document) ‘The Land Lady.’ extract Roald Dahl (separate word document)

PowerPoint and resources aimed at ‘How to Write a Newspaper Article.’ Can be used for both GCSE and FS Level 1/2. Core - Extension - Challenge activities provided. Mix and match activities Video clip provided Summative writing task provided with Success Criteria and Self Assessment activity. Seperate resources included for mix and match activities.

Full 15 page PowerPoint - Exploring meaning in a text and the effect it creates. Analysing how a writer uses language for a specific purpose. Includes reading skill tasks and comprehension activities with annotated student idea slides to aid with engagement Answer, Prove, Explain examples are included as a guide for students. Recipes for success also included. Self - reflection tasks and ideas. Includes ‘Cosmic’ reading extract that can also be used as a form of summative assessment

A great introduction and outline of the 11+ Entrance Exam in English Language. A comprehensive 17 page PowerPoint that focuses on key areas of the 11+ Entrance Exam. Lesson pack includes: Synonym and antonym recognition tasks. Synonym pair activities. Grammar focus - subject and verbs. Shuffled sentence practice questions, popular in all 11 + assessments and entrance exams. This lesson has been used as a firm favourite to support learners of all abilities with revision and application of key strategies.

PowerPoint and activities to aid with descriptive writing. Mix and Match activities to identify and use word class and linguistic devices, effectively. Synonym and antonym activities. Key Focus: Describing vicious animals. Examples included to enable annotation of key linguistic devices. Writing frameworks provided on PowerPoint Slides.