A learning mat that can be laminated or blown up and used for display. It demonstrates how to use some everyday connectives.

A powerpoint that explains the principal uses of the comma, suitable for middle-upper KS2/KS3 groups. There are differentiated activities included.

A lengthy powerpoint that covers the basics of capital letters, some key spelling rules and the concept of homophones. Suitable for middle-upper KS3.

A useful learning mat that provides a guide to writing detailed paragraphs in English Literature. Works as a display or a teaching tool for learners who struggle to write in depth.

A two-page guide to writing a discursive essay. The topics covered are: The purpose and content of the introduction The role of topic sentences Different forms of evidence Concluding sentences The use of counterargument The content and purpose of the conclusion This revision sheet is suitable for upper-ability learners at GCSE.

This is an extended response to the question, 'How does Priestley present the theme of Capitalism Versus Socialism in An Inspector Calls?'

An essay on two important theories of time and their representation in Priestley’s ‘An Inspector Calls’. Could be used as a teaching tool with middle-upper GCSE groups.

An extended response to the essay question, 'To what extent is 'An Inspector Calls' a product of its time?' Could be used as a teaching tool with middle-upper GCSE groups.

A powerpoint that provides an introduction to some of the main poetic devices and introduces the concept of iambic pentameter. Suitable for middle ability KS3 groups.

This is a simple re-telling of the first three chapters of Dracula, with comprehension and SPaG-based tasks. It could be used as cover work for KS3 lower-ability groups.

This is a simple re-telling of the first three chapters of Dracula, with comprehension and SPaG-based tasks. It could be used as cover work for KS3 middle-ability groups. Teacher notes provided.

In this Y11 revision resource, students read a character overview of Lady Macbeth and respond to detailed questions on her role in each act. You may wish to organise students into groups and ask them to focus on a particular act, presenting their ideas at the end of the lesson. Suggested answers are included. This resource could be used as a cover lesson, but in any event, students will need a copy of the play.

In this activity, students match up the descriptive techniques A-J to the examples 1-10. The techniques listed are: A. Metaphor B. Repetition C. Simile D. Vivid Verbs E. Alliteration F. Noun Phrases G. Sibilance H. Onomatopoeia I. Adjectives and Adverbs J. Personification They then use these to inspire their own descriptive paragraph or the beginning of a story based on one of the photo prompts provided. Alternatively, ask the students to work in groups to plan a description based on one of the images. In this case, A3 print outs could be provided.

This is a double-sided task sheet that could be used as a cover task for mid-higher ability students who are already familiar with the full text. After some guided questions (side 1), students respond to a long answer question about the importance of the family in ‘A Christmas Carol’ (side 2). Students will need a copy of the novella to be able to refer to the passages specified. I’ve included notes for for additional support.

A simple worksheet for lower ability students on the subject of social class. Students read the information on the first side and then respond to the tasks that follow. Slide one: print single sided Slides two and three: print back to back This could be used as cover with a class already familiar with the plot. There are some sample answers for those unfamiliar with the play.

A straightforward lesson that encourages debate on the likeability of Gerald Croft in ‘An Inspector Calls’. After a picture-based association task to begin with, students examine the question of whether Gerald Croft is a hero or a villain. The lesson ends with students responding to a ‘for or against’ activity centering on Gerald’s Croft’s culpability in the suicide of Eva Smith. This lesson could be used a one-off cover lesson for students that have a good understanding of Gerald’s actions in the play.

A lesson on ‘The Prelude’ for lower ability learners. It includes: Multiple choice starter based on the Romantic Movement What is ‘The Prelude’? Context sheet + tasks Suggested annotations for lower ability learners True or false to test understanding Comparison task with ‘Storm on the Island’ Review

A lesson on John Agard’s ‘Checking Out Me History’ aimed at lower ability learners. It includes: Do Now task (shown on cover slide) Contextual information regarding the historical figures and events referenced in the poem, with corresponding worksheet. Link to relevant video + the meaning of ‘Eurocentric’ Quotation Hunt + Challenge Task Imagery in the poem worksheet Comparison table to complete with ‘My Last Duchess’ in terms of the presentation of the abuse of power. Review learning with challenge question.

A ready-to-go lesson on ‘Remains’ in the P&C Anthology. It is aimed at low ability learners whose primary goal is understanding the poem. The lesson includes: A starter that encourages learners to think about PTSD and how they might advise someone who is showing symptoms of PTSD Feedback slide What is trauma? What events could be considered traumatic? Discuss in pairs. Feedback slide with link to YouTube video A storyboarding activity in which learners read the poem and then label the nine scenes with quotations from the poem. This comes with two additional challenge tasks. A straightforward comparison table with ‘Poppies’, by Jane Weir, on the subject of internal conflict. Review. A free lesson on ‘Poppies’ can be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/poppies-for-lower-ability-12073600 You may wish to undertake this lesson before moving onto ‘Remains’.

A lesson ‘Storm on the Island’ for lower ability learners. It includes: Do Now task: learners examine an image of storm in a coastal area, identifying how it represents power and conflict. Context sheet with corresponding tasks Quotation hunt Comparison with Exposure in terms of 1) power and 2) conflict Review