Lesson tailored towards the Edexcel Conflict Poetry Anthology collection. Includes: Relevant context to the poem Notes on the form and structure of the poem In depth analysis of poem, with fully animated annotations for each stanza Learning Objectives: AO2: Analyse how language, form and structure are used to create meanings and effects, using relevant subject terminology where appropriate (15 marks) AO3: Show understanding of relationships between texts and the contexts in which they are written (5 marks) Useful for initial teaching of the poem, plus revision sessions.

Introduction to creative writing. Created for a year 8 class, but also used for year 7. Tasks throughout lesson easily adaptable to revise key writing techniques for KS4 English Language. Learning Objectives: To explore the importance of setting. To gain an understanding of ‘show, not tell’. To describe a setting to a reader. Pupils will explore a variety of settings throughout the lesson and consider how those settings may be depicted by a writer. They will learn the fundamentals for ‘showing’ and not telling the reader what is happening within a story. Pupils will use their knowledge to peer and self-assess imaginative writing pieces they have created during the lesson.

PowerPoint presentation, extract and worksheet exploring language used to describe the London Blitz in the Second World War. Focus on Language skills (AO1, AO2 and AO4). Questions require students to explore how language and structure are used to show the author’s feelings towards the event and exploring how successfully the event is described. Transactional writing task included to encourage students to respond to what they have read. (AO5 and AO6 skills)

Lesson’s covering chapter 10-15 of Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Ideal for KS3 and developing enjoyment of reading. Includes peer assessment sheet that can be adapted. Learning Objectives: To read and understand Treasure Island. To think imaginatively about setting. To comment on the language and structure used to present character.

Lesson tailored towards the Edexcel Conflict Poetry Anthology collection. Includes: Relevant context to the poem Notes on the form and structure of the poem In depth analysis of poem, with fully animated annotations for each stanza Learning Objectives: AO2: Analyse how language, form and structure are used to create meanings and effects, using relevant subject terminology where appropriate (15 marks) AO3: Show understanding of relationships between texts and the contexts in which they are written (5 marks) Useful for initial teaching of the poem, plus revision sessions.

Lesson developed as part of an ‘Introduction to Gothic Fiction’ module delivered to year 8. Aim of module: to familiarise pupils with the conventions of Gothic Fiction and develop analysis skills (Language AO1). Lesson Objectives: To continue to develop our understanding of the conventions of a gothic setting. To comment on the language used in a gothic extract.

Second half of stave 3. Learning Objectives: To read and understand Stave 3 of the novel. AO1 To analyse key language features and techniques within the text. AO2 To understand the relationship between the novel and the context in which it is written. AO3 Lesson includes comprehension questions to check students understanding of the novel, differentiated questions to explore the importance of visiting Fred’s house and a worksheet to support the exploration of the characters Ignorance and Want.

Used with a middle ability year 11 class. Learning Objectives: To explore the presentation of the Ghost of Christmas Past To consider how Scrooge begins to change in Stave 2 To explore the character of Fezziwig and his importance Extract from stave 2 provided for assessment opportunity.

Used as revision for a middle ability year 11 set. Learning Objectives: To develop an informed, personal response to the play (AO1) To use quotations to support interpretations (AO1) To show an understanding between the play and its context (AO3) Activities include: analysis of Priestley’s stage directions, WABOLL and WAGOLL examples of analytical writing, key terminology, relevant contextual information/activities and class reading.

Used as a revision lesson for a middle ability year 11 class. Learning Objectives: To gain a clear understanding of the assessment requirements for Literature paper 1. To develop an informed, personal response to the text. AO1 To use quotations to support and illustrate interpretations. AO1 Plot starter activity, clear explanation of Edexcel assessment requirements, exploration of writer and relevant contextual information. Act 1 worksheets provided - theme worksheet can be used throughout teaching of the play.

Used as a revision lesson with a middle ability year 11 class. Learning Objective: To read, understand and respond to the play (AO1) To show an understanding between the play and its context (AO3) To use a range of vocabulary and sentence structures in writing (AO4) Activities include: recap of characters, relevant contextual information, whole text question on theme of gender and comprehension questions to check understanding of play.

Used as a revision lesson for a midde ability year 11 class. Learning Objectives: All: Show an understanding of plot AO1 Most: Analyse language/structure AO2 Some: Make links to context AO3

Used as a revision lesson for a middle ability year 11 class. Learning Objectives: To read, understand and respond to the play (AO1) To use quotations to support interpretations (AO1) To show an understanding between the play and its context (AO3) Lesson activites include: discussion of key terminology, class reading, exemplar response with mark scheme for student’s to assess and improve.

GCSE English Language Paper 2 – Section B Transactional Writing revision lesson. Learning Objectives: To have an awareness of exam requirements To practice transactional writing skills Tasks designed to consider what makes a good piece of transactional writing, revision of key subject terminology and revision of key conventions of different forms of transactional writing.

GCSE English Language Paper 1 – Section B Imaginative Writing revision lesson. Learning Objectives: To have an awareness of exam requirements To practice imaginative writing skills Revision of key imaginative writing techniques and mini-writing activities.