These booklets provide a scaffolded approach to teaching A Christmas Carol Stave One, with a focus on making the material accessible and engaging for ESL and SEN students. The resources include:
Stave One Summary and PEEL Activities
-A clear and simplified summary of Stave One, broken into manageable sections.
-Sentence openers to support students in constructing their understanding of the text.
-A selection of key quotations for sequencing and comprehension activities.
-Guided PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) paragraph writing exercises, with examples and prompts to help students analyze Scrooge’s character effectively.
Picture Prompts and Visual Descriptions
-Illustrated scenes and character images from Stave One, designed to promote visual learning.
-Activities include labeling, descriptive sentence writing, and imaginative responses based on the pictures, encouraging creative engagement with the text.
Character and Scene Analysis with Questions*
-Focused questions on key figures like Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Fred, and Marley to develop comprehension and empathy.
-Students are guided to describe appearances, feelings, and relationships, enabling a deeper connection to the story.
Why This Resource?
For ESL Students: The structured activities, visual aids, and simplified language make the material approachable for learners with varying levels of English proficiency.
For SEN Students: The focus on visual and structured learning supports comprehension and engagement.
This unit includes three unique booklets tailored for dyslexic students who are studying An Inspector Calls for GCSE, specifically focusing on the character of Arthur Birling. Each booklet integrates visual learning techniques and structured paragraph frameworks to support reading comprehension, spelling, and critical writing. Here is an outline of what each booklet offers:
Colour-Code Booklet
Focused on Arthur Birling, this booklet uses color-coding to help dyslexic students with spelling and memorization. Each key adjective, describing Birling’s complex character traits (e.g.,arrogant, pompous), is color-coded by syllable or spelling pattern, enhancing students’ recall through visual association. Activities include reading and rewriting each word using colours, reinforcing spelling and comprehension skills.
Students fill in missing adjectives to complete sentences, solidifying their vocabulary and understanding of Birling’s character. Designed to improve memory through repetition, this booklet strengthens both comprehension and spelling retention.
PEEL Paragraph Writing Guide
This guide emphasizes the PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) structure to help students articulate the characterisation of Birling throughout An Inspector Calls. Example paragraphs and sentence starters are provided to model how Birling displays a capitalistic and arrogant mindset. This format supports dyslexic students in structuring their responses effectively, offering a clear, repeatable method for GCSE-level analysis.
Reading Activity Booklet
This reading booklet complements the PEEL paragraph activity by summarising the role of Birling in the play. Students have to read captions and paragraphs fluently. A table is provided to time the student and record errors.
These booklets, used together, provide a comprehensive toolkit that builds memory, supports structured writing, and enhances understanding of character analysis, making them invaluable resources for teachers of dyslexic GCSE students.
Based on the use of model texts, the pack contains model responses for GCSE English Language (Paper 1 - Writing and Paper 2 - Reading and Writing).
It also provides opportunities to analyse the features of the texts and a framework in which to write. Lesson plans are provided for the Paper 1 sessions.
The pack is an invaluable resource for anyone who teaches GCSE, English Language and provide at least two weeks of materials. It is also useful for revision clubs and homework.
This comprehensive two-booklet resource pack is designed to help GCSE English Literature students explore the character of Fred in Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Each booklet provides engaging activities and thought-provoking analysis tailored to deepen students’ understanding of Fred’s role, traits, and significance within the novella, as well as to develop key skills required for exam success.
Booklet 1: Key Words and Spelling Activities
Key Words List: Includes 18 descriptive words related to Fred’s traits, such as cheerful, optimistic, and forgiving.
Activities: Syllable Colouring: Fun, hands-on activity to break down complex vocabulary.
Vowel Highlighting: Reinforces spelling and word recognition.
Missing Vowel Task: Interactive task to support retention.
Sentence Building: Develops writing skills while reinforcing character analysis.
Extension: Creative writing prompts to use the vocabulary in contextual sentences, preparing students for essay-style responses.
This booklet bridges the gap between foundational vocabulary and critical thinking, making it ideal for lower-attaining students or as a starter activity for more advanced learners.
Booklet 2: Quotation Analysis and Creative Tasks
Quotation Analysis Worksheets: Six key quotations with structured questions exploring Fred’s traits and Dickens’ intentions.
Tasks focus on themes such as Christmas spirit, family, and social responsibility.
Vocabulary in Context:
Multiple-choice questions that test understanding of Fred’s traits and role.
Matching tasks to connect quotations with thematic ideas and character traits.
Creative Writing Tasks: Write a diary entry or letter from Fred’s perspective to practice empathy and tone.
Debate preparation on Fred’s forgiving versus persistent nature.
A creative story prompt encouraging the use of advanced vocabulary in imaginative contexts.
This booklet is perfect for in-depth classroom discussions, homework assignments, or independent revision.
Ideal for GCSE, English Literature, the pack contains resources to support students with additional needs access A Christmas Carol for AQA examination. It contains a drama version of the text, a study guide, key vocabulary and numerous language based activities.
The drama unit contains a play version of key moments from each Stave and allows students who learn best using ‘hands on on learning’ study the novella.
The study guide contains information on key themes, characters, key quotations and vocabulary. It is accompanied by a more in depth quotation booklet.
There is also an additional vocabulary pack with key, colour coded words which help students discuss and write about each character,
The pack provides a host of resources to support students who struggle to understand this key, AQA, examination text!
This GCSE, English Literature Unit contains all the resources you need to teach An Inspector Calls!
It contains writing frames, model essays, vocabulary activities, a play summary poem, comprehensions and much more!
To help students who struggle to understand the play, there is a poem to summarise the plot along with a comprehension.
There is a presentation on the relationship between Birling and The Inspector which contains key topic sentences, a model essay and an assessment.
Another presentation explores the characters and contains a summary of their role in the play, along with key quotations and an example essay which is colour coded to highlight each stage.
A suggested writing frame is provided along with an example of how to use this.
The unit is particularly useful for SEN and ESL pupils who struggle to express their ideas, although it would also be invaluable for mainstream students.
The unit offers excellent value and will provide you with a wide range of resources to teach the play!
This comprehensive resource is designed for teachers preparing Year 10 and 11 students for the AQA, GCSE English Language Paper One - Reading. Tailored specifically to support GCSE, English Language students with dyslexia, it includes a full practice paper (reading section) alongside engaging, structured lesson plans. The lessons focus on improving reading fluency, comprehension, and analytical writing skills, helping students build confidence in approaching the exam.
What’s Included:
Dyslexia-Friendly Practice Paper: The practice paper features clear, accessible text with vocabulary support, ensuring that students of all abilities can engage with the material.
Fluency and Vocabulary Exercises: Dedicated sections to help students break down difficult words and phrases, improving their reading speed and understanding.
Model Answers and Mark Scheme: Clear, structured model responses and a detailed mark scheme guide students through the key assessment objectives.
Detailed Lesson Plans: These plans cover reading fluency, vocabulary, text analysis, structural features, and thematic response, complete with student guidance and step-by-step activities.
This resource is ideal for teachers looking to provide targeted exam preparation in a way that is both accessible and effective for all learners, including those with dyslexia. With engaging tasks and practical guidance, it ensures that students with additional needs are well-prepared for the demands of the GCSE, English Language, Paper One: Reading!
This unit includes three unique booklets tailored for dyslexic students who are studying An Inspector Calls for GCSE, specifically focusing on the character of Sheila. Each booklet integrates visual learning techniques and structured paragraph frameworks to support reading comprehension, spelling, and critical writing. Here’s an outline of what each booklet offers:
Colour-Code Booklet
Focused on Sheila Birling, this booklet uses color-coding to help dyslexic students with spelling and memorization. Each key adjective, describing Sheila’s complex character traits (e.g., naïve, empathetic, assertive), is color-coded by syllable or spelling pattern, enhancing students’ recall through visual association. Activities include reading and rewriting each word using colours, reinforcing spelling and comprehension skills.
Students fill in missing adjectives to complete sentences, solidifying their vocabulary and understanding of Sheila’s character. Designed to improve memory through repetition, this booklet strengthens both comprehension and spelling retention.
PEEL Paragraph Writing Guide
This guide emphasizes the PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) structure to help students articulate Sheila’s development throughout An Inspector Calls. Example paragraphs and sentence starters are provided to model how Sheila grows from a naive character to someone who takes responsibility. This format supports dyslexic students in structuring their responses effectively, offering a clear, repeatable method for GCSE-level analysis.
Reading Activity Booklet
This reading booklet complements the PEEL paragraph activity by summarising the role of Sheila in the play. Students have to read captions and paragraphs fluently. A table is provided to time the student and record errors.
These booklets, used together, provide a comprehensive toolkit that builds memory, supports structured writing, and enhances understanding of character analysis, making them invaluable resources for teachers of dyslexic GCSE students.
Ideal for teaching An Inspector Calls to dyslexic students, this bundle contains model answers, reading fluency tasks, keyword spelling activities and essay questions.
The units focus on the characters Gerald, Eric, Birling, Eva Smith and Sheila, offering differentiated activities ideal for students with additional needs.
There is a colour-code spelling activity to help students read and remember words to describe each character, along with gap fill activities to use these in context.
Each unit contains a typical English Literature exam question, a model, PEEL paragraph and extension activities to write their own paragraphs.
Key quotations and reading texts are provided to further support students.
This is an ideal resource to teach Inspector Calls to students with additional needs and deepen an understanding of how to write about the key characters!
These resources are designed to support GCSE, English Literature teachers in delivering engaging and comprehensive lessons on An Inspector Calls. Focused on Mr. Birling’s character, they include detailed guidance, structured activities, and critical prompts to help students analyze key aspects of the play while developing their analytical writing skills.
Includes:
-Mr. Birling’s portrayal as a symbol of capitalist values, authority, and social irresponsibility.
Activities unpack his overconfidence, limited understanding of world events, and generational conflicts.
Dramatic Irony and Priestley’s Intention
Questions linking Mr. Birling’s actions to Priestley’s critique of societal inequalities.
Essay Writing Support
Step-by-step guidance for crafting PEEL (Point-Evidence-Explanation-Link) paragraphs.
Example responses model high-quality analytical writing.
Prompts encourage the use of subject-specific terminology, such as “dramatic irony” and “patronizing tone.”
Key Quotations: A curated list of significant quotes with analysis to support memorization and interpretation.
Interactive Activities: Picture prompts for creative engagement, allowing students to visualize and annotate scenes.
Reflective questions for exploring Mr. Birling’s role within the play and its broader moral lessons.
The bundle includes model answers for GCSE Language writing and a dyslexia-friendly, Macbeth response.
The workbooks include spelling activities using the colour code method, sentence and vocabulary work based on model texts.
The pdf booklets are ideal to support struggling readers and writers and also provide ideas and strategies for teachers to plan their own lessons.
The bundle will save you £10!
This GCSE, Power and Conflict (AQA, English Literature) resource contains a mind map for each of the poems.
Each colourful slide provides an overview of every poem in the anthology (15 in total) There is a section dedicated to the subject of the poem and the purpose for writing (something low to mid ability students find problematic).
There are also sections dedicated to metaphors, language devices and symbols. Each slide lists small quotes from the poem.
As well as this there is a section which provides evaluative language and reader response emotions so that GCSE students can use more ambituous vocabulary.
Colourful and visually appealing, the mind maps give students an invaluable overview of each poem. The resource is an excellent way to summarise the teaching of each poem and will also offer an effective revision aid!
This GCSE, English Literature Unit explores Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol. It is differentiated for students with additional needs such as dyslexia.
The resource pack begins with several activities designed to introduce students to Bob Cratchit’s key traits through vocabulary and spelling exercises. The first task is Colour-Coding Syllables, where students break down words like “hard-working,” “cheerful,” and “compassionate” by assigning different colors to each syllable. For example, the word “optimistic” is split into syllables: op-ti-mis-tic, and each syllable is color-coded. This visual exercise not only helps with spelling but also allows students to see the structure of words in a memorable way. Additionally, the Vowel Highlighting activity encourages students to identify and colour the vowels in each word, providing further reinforcement of spelling patterns. The Missing Vowel Task adds a challenge by removing vowels from the words, requiring students to fill in the blanks and recall the correct spelling.
The pack also includes a Vocabulary in Context section, which helps students better understand Bob Cratchit’s role and traits within the story. The multiple-choice questions focus on the definitions and context of words related to Cratchit’s character, such as “hard-working,” “optimistic,” and “compassionate.” For example, students are asked to choose which word best describes Bob’s reaction to his meager Christmas feast, with “grateful” being the correct answer. In the Quotation Analysis section, students analyze key moments from the text, such as Bob’s hopeful statement, “God bless us, every one,” and identify which qualities are revealed by these quotes, such as his family-oriented nature and selflessness.
Finally, in the Character Analysis and Creative Writing section, students are encouraged to describe Bob Cratchit’s character in a paragraph using at least five vocabulary words from the list, like “caring” and “dedicated.” A creative writing challenge asks students to imagine Bob facing a moral dilemma at work, allowing them to incorporate the vocabulary in a new context. This section fosters both analytical and creative skills, asking students to explore Bob’s character traits through writing exercises, like a diary entry or debate preparation.
Through these various activities, the resource pack provides a comprehensive approach to exploring Bob Cratchit’s character while enhancing spelling, vocabulary, and writing skills.
Engage your students with this comprehensive and engaging set of GCSE, Inspector Calls resources focusing on Inspector Goole’s pivotal role in An Inspector Calls. Designed for GCSE English Literature, these materials combine vocabulary enrichment, comprehension exercises, and creative applications, making them an invaluable tool for teachers aiming to deepen students’ understanding of the play.
Resource Highlights
A vocabulary list tailored to Inspector Goole’s character traits, such as “authoritative,” “enigmatic,” and “moralistic.”
Activities include colour-coding syllables and vowels to reinforce spelling and comprehension.
Assessments where students fill in missing vowels, ensuring mastery of the key terms.
Vocabulary in Context Worksheets
Multiple-choice questions to connect descriptive words with their definitions and usage in the play.
Quotation analysis tasks that explore Goole’s tone and methods, using words like “commanding” and “judgmental.”
Creative writing prompts for deeper character analysis, encouraging students to craft paragraphs and diary entries reflecting Goole’s perspective.
Visual storyboards and Images
Word List Shade-In Activity: An engaging activity where students identify and shade-in descriptive words associated with Inspector Goole, fostering visual learning and vocabulary retention.
Learning Outcomes:
Enhanced Vocabulary: Build a strong, context-specific lexicon linked to An Inspector Calls.
Critical Analysis Skills: Empower students to analyze character motivations and themes with precision.
Creative Thinking: Encourage original responses through imaginative tasks like diary entries and creative writing.
Exam Readiness: Equip students with the tools to excel in GCSE assessments, aligning with curriculum objectives.
Together, these GCSE, English Literature booklets offer a complete package for teachers looking to support students with both thematic and language analysis in their study of the significance of love in Romeo and Juliet.
The Key Quotations booklet complements focuses on a collection of key quotations from Romeo and Juliet, designed for activities that develop students’ skills in analyzing language and structure. This resource provides a range of exercises aimed at improving students’ ability to write analytical responses based on textual evidence.
Activities include a quotation match, inserting missing letters and a speed read task. It also involves identifying the significance of specific quotations, explaining their meaning in context, and linking them back to central themes like love, fate, and conflict. Teachers can use these activities to help students build stronger analytical skills, providing them with a foundation for writing structured and insightful essays on Shakespeare’s language.
The second booklet focuses on the exploration of love within Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. It provides a comprehensive analysis of how love is portrayed in various forms: romantic, familial, and platonic. Through a detailed PEEL paragraph, students are guided on how to explore key moments in the play where love transcends boundaries and defies societal expectations. The booklet includes key quotations, context, and clear explanations that help students understand the complex nature of love in the play. Teachers can use this resource to encourage critical thinking and facilitate in-depth discussions about the different dimensions of love, as well as how it leads to both the characters’ ultimate joy and tragic end.
Enhance your GCSE, English Literature students’ understanding and engagement with A Christmas Carol through this comprehensive teaching resource focused on Stave 4. This resource package is tailored to students with additional needs and contains language rich activities and visuals.
Resource Features
Extract Analysis: A detailed passage from Stave 4, focusing on the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, serves as the foundation for various activities.
Tasks to identify and interpret significant quotations with an emphasis on themes like fear, transformation, and the unknown.
Language and Vocabulary
Fill-in-the-blank spelling exercises to reinforce key vocabulary.
A part-of-speech identification quiz linked directly to the extract, building students’ grammatical skills.
Quotation Exploration: Quotations are paired with explanations to develop analytical skills.
Matching activities help connect quotes to their broader thematic implications, such as Scrooge’s fear and his growing self-awareness.
Creative Tasks: Storyboarding exercises that prompt students to visualize scenes and engage with the text’s atmospheric details.
PEEL paragraph guidance and practice, correcting errors to ensure precise textual analysis.
Contextual Understanding: Activities encouraging students to reflect on the symbolic role of the Ghost and its impact on Scrooge’s transformation.
Teaching Benefits
Differentiated Learning: Activities cater to a range of abilities, ensuring inclusivity for all learners, including those with additional needs.
Skill Building: Students practice close reading, evidence-based writing, and interpretation of Victorian literature themes.
Interactive Engagement: Dynamic tasks such as matching quotes to images and storyboarding deepen understanding.
This ready-to-use resource provides structured guidance for effective classroom or home learning, making it an essential addition to any GCSE, English Literature curriculum.
This resource is ideal for GCSE (AQA), English Language teachers looking to provide their students with high-quality practice materials that mirror the exam format, helping them improve their analytical skills, exam technique, and understanding of key literary elements. This unit focuses on Paper One.
The unit provides a complete practice paper, including questions, an engaging extract, and detailed model answers. The extract, titled The Grey Hour, sets the stage for an exploration of memory, emotion, and avoidance. It draws students into a vivid scene, prompting them to analyse the language, structure, and character development within the text. Alongside the practice paper, teachers will receive model answers that break down how to respond effectively to each question, offering clear explanations of the writer’s techniques and their intended effects.
Also included is a guide to answer Question 4 - often a challenging task for students. It includes a text to practice their response.
This collection of A Christmas Carol resources is designed to deepen students’ understanding of the early life of Ebenezer Scrooge. The article highlights Scrooge’s school experiences, focusing on the isolation, neglect, and emotional distance that shaped his adult character. Teachers can use this material to help students connect Scrooge’s childhood to his adult personality, exploring how Dickens uses his formative years to critique society’s treatment of the vulnerable.
The unit includes:
Visuals: Storyboards and Pictures are provided to support students in understanding the text.
Historical Context: The article gives a historically accurate portrayal of education and childhood during the Victorian era, explaining the harsh realities of boarding school and its impact on Scrooge’s character development.
Comprehension Questions: Thought-provoking questions that help students explore Scrooge’s character and emotions, promoting analysis of text and historical context.
PEEL Paragraph Writing: Structured writing prompts that guide students in forming coherent analytical responses, using the text to explore the character of Scrooge and his relationship with his sister, Fran.
True or False Quiz: A quiz based on key moments in Scrooge’s early life, encouraging students to test their understanding of the text while developing their close reading skills.
Character Analysis: Activities that invite students to consider the emotional and psychological aspects of Scrooge’s youth, linking them to his behavior as an adult.
These resources are perfect for GCSE students studying A Christmas Carol, offering valuable insights into the complex character of Scrooge while providing ample opportunities for discussion, analysis, and essay writing. Ideal for English Literature teachers seeking to engage students with the text’s themes of childhood, isolation, and transformation.
This resource offers a comprehensive guide to analyzing the theme of manipulation in GCSE, English Language fiction using the PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) framework. This booklet enhances students’ analytical skills and deepens their understanding of character dynamics and themes in literature.
Each section provides:
Engaging Extracts - Carefully chosen passages to illustrate different forms of manipulation, such as emotional nudges, fear, and flattery.
Step-by-Step Analysis - Examples of how to write effective PEEL paragraphs with annotated explanations.
Interactive Activities- Exercises to help students identify manipulative tactics and explore their emotional impact.
Creative Writing Tasks - Opportunities for students to craft their own examples of manipulation.
An additional booklet features a modern prose retelling of a key scene from Othello, focusing on Iago’s manipulation of Othello. It includes:
Detailed Extract: A vividly described narrative that captures the essence of Shakespeare’s original text.
Targeted Questions: Prompts to guide students in analyzing Iago’s language, body language, and psychological tactics.
PEEL Paragraph Examples: Clear models to support students in structuring their responses.
This unit is ideal for GCSE, English Language students, providing opportunities for textual analysis and essay writing based on the theme of manipulation.
Unlock a deeper understanding of A Christmas Carol with these comprehensive GCSE, English Literature resources, specifically designed to enhance exam success. The writing frames are particularly useful for students with additional needs and the model answers help struggling students enhance their responses.
Tailored for students aiming to progress in their GCSE Literature exam, these materials cover key themes, character analysis, and essay structures, focusing on pivotal topics such as death, isolation, and poverty. With clear writing frames and model essays, students will develop their skills in literary analysis, critical thinking, and providing textual evidence - all essential for top marks.
The model answer section contains the extracts taken from the Writing Frame booklet and accompanying model response. To help students, a list of key terms and vocabulary is provided which they can highlight in the essay.
Perfect for revision and classroom use, these resources provide a structured approach to Dickens’ novella, ensuring students feel confident tackling exam questions with precision and insight. Whether it’s understanding Scrooge’s transformation or exploring how Dickens critiques Victorian society, this pack empowers learners to navigate complex themes and improve their assessments.