With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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COLERIDGE - KUBLA KHAN - PLAIN ENGLISH TRANSLATION
This line by line translation of “Kubla Khan” into plain, or more accessible English, is designed to support students in their understanding of the poem. It can be used as a standalone homework reading task, or as part of a lesson.
Placing this plain English version next to the original with produce a better learning experience, where students are truly able to appreciate the original for its use of language as they will now understand it.
Printable in colour and in black & white.
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COLERIDGE - RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER - GRAPHIC ORGANISER
Supporting AO2 in KS5 Literature, this graphic organiser for STC’s “Rime of the Ancient Mariner” incorporates 18 quotes and analysis on the following themes:
Nature’s power and beauty
Supernatural and the Unknown
Guilt and redemtion
In all there are 18 quotes supporting various language devices used in the poem with an analysis for each quote.
The resource can be used as a standalone, or used for differentiation for essay writing or as part of an AO2 lesson.
DICKENS - DIFFERENTIATED WORKBOOK - A CHRISTMAS CAROL
A Fun DIFFERENTIATED resource to help students of LAP and MAP levels to access the plot of Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ through reading short chapter summaries and a range of questions, including MCQs and Free Response questions.
Supports Whole School Literacy/ reluctant readers
Answers to the Quiz Provided
The resource can be used as a standalone, differential support or cover lesson.
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ENGLISH Transition Workbook: PRIMARY INTO SECONDARY. Enhance English Skills with Reading Comprehension, Grammar and Punctuation, Writing Skills, and more for Academic Success.
Packed with engaging activities and practical exercises, this workbook covers all essential English skills needed for students to thrive in their new academic environment.
What’s Inside:
Grammar and Punctuation Mastery:
Parts of Speech Activities: Help students identify and use nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs correctly.
Sentence Structure Exercises: Teach students to construct simple, compound, and complex sentences with clarity and coherence.
Punctuation Practice: Focus on correcting punctuation errors and mastering punctuation rules for clear communication.
Enhanced Reading Comprehension:
Comprehension Strategies:
Develop skimming and scanning techniques to quickly grasp main ideas and specific information.
Engaging Short Stories: Improve understanding with age-appropriate stories and comprehension questions.
Vocabulary Building: Expand vocabulary through context-based activities.
Writing Skills Development:
Paragraph Writing Guide: Step-by-step instructions for crafting well-structured paragraphs.
Creative Writing Prompts: Encourage imaginative thinking and storytelling with fun and inspiring prompts.
Introduction to Literature:
Classic and Modern Literature Excerpts: Foster a love for reading with discussion questions and literature analysis.
Spelling and Vocabulary Enhancement:
Commonly Misspelled Words Practice: Help students master tricky words and improve spelling accuracy.
Thematic Vocabulary Lists: Strengthen word knowledge with exercises based on themes like nature, emotions, and school.
Speaking and Listening Skills:
Effective Communication Activities: Role-playing scenarios to practice clear speaking and active listening.
Listening Comprehension Exercises: Improve auditory processing with engaging listening tasks and follow-up questions.
Study Tips and Organization:
Study Space Design Tips: Create an effective and organised study environment with practical advice and illustrations.
Comprehensive Review and Assessment:
Practice Test: Prepare students for grade 7 with a mini comprehensive test covering grammar, reading comprehension, and writing skills.
Parent/Teacher notes
Black & White cover option also included.
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A day that is associated with love and romance, is also synonymous with the bloodiest crime in America in the 1930s. These two reading comprehension workbooks, comprise reading passages and differentiated questions, complete with answers.
A resource that appeals to opposite sides of the human sentiment.
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Each of these two resources can be used to celebrate ST GEORGE’S DAY. In the one resource students learn about the man St George, where he came from, what was he famous for, and why he is a symbol of bravery and heroism in many countries. In the other resource students will learn about the story behind the legend of how St. George came to fight the dragon.
Reading passages - Differentiate MCQs and Free Response Qs with answers to suit all levels of ability.
Both of these comprehension texts are idea for reluctant readers, and can be used as a stand alone or as a springboard for discussion or other creative projects.
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EDUQAS GCSE LITERATURE - A WIFE IN LONDON - POETRY WORKBOOK WITH EXAM QUESTION AND 19TH C TEXT
This resource is designed to support students in their poetry analysis using historical context to inform their ideas.
The resource includes:
a comprehensive workbook - 19th Century Text (London Fogs) - setting (9 pages)
historical context
poem text with activities including extension question
exam question which assesses the learning from the workbook
Answers
Can be used as a whole class activity or as independent work.
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SHAKESPEARE ROMEO & JULIET PLOT SUMMARY - COMPREHENSION AND SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
SUITABLE FOR SEN/LAPS/MAPS.
Combining both the plot summary reading comprehension workbook with a plot summary sentence scramble activity will enhance students’ grasp of the Romeo & Juliet storyline, fostering both critical thinking and reading proficiency.
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DICKENS - READING COMPRHENSION WORKBOOKS - This bundle contains DICKENS’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ summary SEN Workbook and a non- fiction letter from a workhouse inmate - Comprehension/Creative Writing Task- which provides a contextual link to Scrooge’s attitude towards the poor in A Christmas Carol.
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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO & JULIET PLOT SUMMARY AND EXPLORING SHAKESPEAREAN TRAGEDY READING COMPREHENSION & PLOT SUMMARY SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
Combining a plot summary reading comprehension workbook, a plot summary sentence scramble activity, and a reading comprehension titled “Exploring Shakespearean Tragedy” will immerse students in the tragic elements of Romeo & Juliet, fostering critical thinking and reading skills while delving into the complexities of Shakespearean tragedy.
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Develop necessary reading skills whilst exploring England’s most famous playwright.
Learn about:
the enduring legacy of the Bard - a free resource but included here so you don’t miss out. :)
The Globe theatre
An exploration of Shakepearean Tragedy
Romeo & Juliet plot summary, comprehension, discussion and creative task.
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Suitable for both KS3 and KS4 students as a standalone, or for those studying ‘Twelfth Night’, ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ or ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ for the Comedy Exploration or ‘Macbeth’, ‘Romeo & Juliet’ or ‘Hamlet’ for the Tragedgy Exploration.
Included in Comedy:
reading passages
multiple-choice questions
true/false statements
discussion questions
a creative task, with subsequent reflection activity
answers
a digital workbook containing all of the above on a interactive ppt
Included in Tragedy:
multiple-choice questions
discussion questions
Two creative tasks
answers
Perfect for students and enthusiasts, these resources offer a structured approach to understanding Shakespearean comedies and tragedies.
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
KINGSLEY - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING - THE WATER BABIES (1889)
JAMES- AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE- PORTRAIT OF A LADY (1881)
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
LONDON - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - CALL OF THE WILD (1903)
WILDE-AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING - PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY (1890)
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
SHAKESPEARE - COMPREHENSION - EXPLORATION OF COMEDIES
CULTURE-COMPRENSION WORKBOOK-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
DOYLE- AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE -HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES (1902)
GILMAN - AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER (1892)
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
OLYMPICS-COMPREHENSION-PARIS 2024
SHAKESPEARE- COMPREHENSION-THE GLOBE THEATRE
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
SHAKESPEARE - COMPREHENSION - EXPLORING TRAGEDY
OLYMPICS-COMPREHENSION-PARIS 2024
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