Illustrated slide show of the poem. Convenient for revision or introduction to the poem.

Writing/Speaking/Listening on this topic. Students discuss and comment on a variety of tasks and learn about the history of TV.

If you're not following this, then search the other lessons on this site . There will most likely be 8 in total. Students now encounter adverbs and begin to use them in their description of their hero. Worksheet included. This IS for lower ability but can be adapted easily.

Students begin to DESCRIBE their island and use adjectives effectively. Worksheet included.

Part 2 (see awesome abstract noun lesson 1). Students begin to plan their story and create their hero's identity. Worksheet attached. Lesson includes recap of previous lesson.

Lesson designed to review the essentials of grammar terminology. illustrated and with questions. Worksheet could be added.

Discussion lesson on the nature of LUCK.

Clarification of abstract nouns and activity creating their own island with features named after abstract nouns: Waterfall of Hope etc. Part one of ? Hero has to navigate way through land to retrieve the hidden treasure. Creative, Cross- Curricular etc Feedback please !

illustrated slideshow of the poem. Useful as a starter.

Last lesson in the series which explores HOT skills for a lower ability year 7 class. worksheet and visual version included.

lesson one in a series based on 'The Princess Bride' by William Goldman. Students envisage their ultimate story. Introductory lesson.

Students explore the wonderful world of the pun and create a piece of writing based on a genuine headline. Imagination and humour needed. Essentials are all here.

Ante-penultimate lesson in this series. quiz attached. Low level students but can easily be adapted.

Penultimate lesson in this series. Students examine modal verbs and complete worksheet.

All you need are the contents of your handbag/pockets/ and perhaps one 'odd' object. tickets/receipts are also useful. Stick them all on a photocopier and press A3. Students can work in pairs to solve the mystery.

Students identify where their favourite food comes from and discuss why they like it. Adapt slides for cultural specific food if necessary. Worksheet for lesson included. Feedback, please.

Activity poses questions and students self-analyse their routines. Designed to provoke discussion and hopefully, change ! What happens before and after school? Feedback please...

Students use ’ WANTED’ ads in their local shop to create stories. Includes homework task. Feedback please…

Student's imagine that Pip goes to the barber after his first visit to Satis house. They write the conversation between the two. Empathy needed. Lesson includes prompts.

Innovative classroom activity for study of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. Students imagine a date with either of the protagonists. Whole lesson with h/w or extension. adaptable for any play/novel.