Supercharge Your Writing: Master Varied Sentence Starts & Structure with Alma as Inspiration! Is your writing feeling flat or repetitive? This Varied Sentence Starts & Structure lesson will teach you how to add rhythm, flow, and impact to your writing, making it more engaging and dynamic. Using the mesmerizing short animation Alma as a creative spark, you’ll explore how sentence variety can heighten suspense, set the tone, and keep readers captivated. With lots of practical worksheets and exercises, you’ll have all the tools you need to transform your sentence variety and structure. If you’re ready to make your writing flow effortlessly while building tension and excitement, this lesson is for you! Let Alma inspire you to bring your writing to life, one sentence at a time.

Elevate Your Writing: Master Linguistic Devices with Alma as Your Muse! Want to captivate your readers with more than just words? In our Linguistic Devices in Creative Writing lesson, you’ll explore how to weave powerful literary techniques into your stories to create deeper meaning, emotion, and suspense. Using the captivating short animation Alma as inspiration, we’ll break down how linguistic devices can transform your writing. This lesson includes worksheets and hands on activities to improve writing.

This is a lesson on The Tempest Act 2. It includes context of key scenes, the use of metaphors and the chance for students to write an extended response.

The Tempest by William Shakespeare character web worksheet with answers.

A comprehensive lesson on Miranda and Ferdinands relationship in Act 1 of The Tempest by William Shakespeare. Includes formative assessment and extract/worksheet included.

An introductory lesson to The Tempest by William Shakespeare. Includes version of the animated tales of the play to watch, a knowledge retrieval quiz and character task.

A lesson on The Tempest by William Shakespeare, focused on act 1 scene 2. Contains questions on the scene, a written task and opportunity for students to self assess using criteria.

These flashcards contain a range of important key quotes from A Christmas Carol stave one for students to revise from. The images on every flashcard help with memory and recall. These are the perfect revision tool for GCSE students of English Literature 9-1.

A worksheet designed to help students track music in A Christmas Carol. This worksheet was designed to go alongside my PowerPoint on music in A Christmas Carol which can also be found on this platform.

A bundle of ten engaging worksheets for A level English students to revise over both word class, sentence type and sentence features.

This is a comprehensive introduction to Gender and Language focusing on the theory and knowledge required in the OCR English Language A Level.

An activity centered around revising key characters and themes from Macbeth. Students can race against the clock to see what they can remember or take extra time in adding as much detail as they can to each section.

A booklet full of Aesop’s fables and a reflection for students to decipher the moral of each story. Great for tutor time reading, English or religious education lessons or home learning.

Unlock the depth of Oliver Twist with an engaging lesson centered around one of Dickens’ most complex characters: Nancy. In this analysis and character evaluation session, students will dive into Nancy’s layered personality, exploring her motivations, struggles, and the duality of her actions. Through thought-provoking discussions, character mapping, and creative activities, they’ll uncover the reasons behind her tragic choices and debate whether she is a victim, a villain, or a hero in disguise. This lesson not only sharpens analytical skills but also invites students to empathize and connect with literature on a deeper level.

Experience the Ultimate Tension Writing Workshop: Speed Dating Edition! Get ready for a writing experience like no other! This Tension Writing Speed Dating lesson is a dynamic, hands-on exploration of suspense that will revolutionize the way you build tension in your stories. Here’s what makes this lesson truly amazing: Book Cover Showdown: Dive into a visual feast of thrilling book covers and discover how the right cover can set the stage for tension before the first page is even turned. Jaw-Dropping Extracts: Analyze heart-pounding passages from top authors and uncover their secrets to keeping readers breathless with anticipation. Engaging Questions: Unlock deeper insights into tension techniques with expertly crafted questions designed to push your storytelling to the next level. Movie Magic: Watch iconic movie clips that align perfectly with the extracts, showing you how tension transcends the page and how you can harness that power. This isn’t your typical writing class—it’s a fast-paced, interactive experience that combines visual, written, and cinematic elements to help you master the craft of suspense. Leave with fresh ideas, practical skills, and the confidence to keep your readers glued to the edge of their seats. Ready to make your writing unforgettable? This is the class for you!

This lesson is packed with tools to help you master tension, from structured analysis to creative exercises. With Alma as your inspiration and Freytag’s Pyramid as your guide, you’ll leave with the skills to create gripping, unforgettable stories.

Ignite Your Creativity with a Cold Writing Challenge Inspired by Alma! Looking for a quick, powerful writing boost? This Cold Writing Lesson Inspired by Alma is designed to spark your imagination and sharpen your storytelling instincts—all in a short, impactful session!

Master the Art of Tension in Writing! Want to keep your readers hooked? This Introduction to Tension Writing lesson dives into the key aspects of tension and how to include them in your writing.

A comprehensive lesson focusing on how Mr Birling is presented in Act One of An Inspector Calls. Includes essay structure, higher level word class and two essay questions for students to explore. Focusing on Mr Birling and The Inspector.

Master Tension in Non-Fiction: Build Unforgettable Suspense with the Thailand Cave Rescue! Step into the world of high-stakes storytelling with our Building Tension in Non-Fiction lesson, inspired by the gripping true story of the 2018 Thailand cave rescue. When twelve boys and their coach were trapped deep inside a flooded cave, the world held its breath. This lesson will teach you how to capture and convey that same level of suspense and urgency in your non-fiction writing. Here’s why this lesson is a game-changer for non-fiction writers: Real-Life Drama: Explore the harrowing details of the Thailand cave rescue, where every minute mattered. Learn how to convey real-life tension by focusing on the stakes, the challenges, and the emotional weight of the situation. Crafting Suspense: Discover techniques for building suspense in your non-fiction writing. From setting the scene and creating a sense of urgency to highlighting the risks and uncertainties, you’ll learn how to keep your readers on the edge of their seats. Detailed Analysis: Break down the elements that made the cave rescue story so compelling. Examine how the rescue operation’s complexity and the boys’ dire situation created an intense narrative that captivated the world. Practical Exercises: Engage in hands-on activities that guide you through structuring your own non-fiction stories for maximum impact. Use detailed worksheets to practice crafting tension, pacing your narrative, and building suspense in real-life contexts. Emotional Engagement: Learn how to connect with your readers on an emotional level, making them feel the same anxiety and hope that was felt during the rescue. Understand how to use descriptive language and narrative techniques to evoke empathy and keep readers engaged. This lesson will equip you with the skills to write non-fiction that not only informs but also thrills. Whether you’re writing about historical events, personal experiences, or investigative journalism, mastering tension will make your stories compelling and unforgettable. Dive into the dramatic world of the Thailand cave rescue and learn how to create non-fiction narratives that captivate and engage.