A lesson that guides students through analysis of Mary Jean Chan’s poem The Window (LGBTQI+ poetry). It deals with coming out, and gender identity. Suitable for Year 9 upwards.

A poem that guides students through analysis of the poem The Right Word.

A lesson that guides students through analysis of the poem Island Man by Grace Nichols.

This lesson introduces students to Rupi Kaur, explores some of her poetry and then challenges students to write poetry in the style of her.

A model essay on the character of Gertrude in Hamlet.

A great way to introduce Key Stage 3 students to Great Expectations. Includes analytical tasks, creative tasks, and analytical writing. Fun, interactive and differentiated.

A lesson that guides students through analysis of how Macbeth’s ambition has developed over the course of the play from Act 1 to Act 3.

A lesson that guides students through analysis of Act 1 Scenes 2 and 3 of Othello.

A lesson that guides students through analysis of this poem. It is an extensive lesson with analytical tasks and essay writing tasks.

This resource helps students develop their ability to write intriguing story openings. Hound of the Baskervilles is used as an example and model.

A creative resource that helps students develop their descriptive skills.

Analysis of the symbolism of the ghost within the context of Victorian London and consideration of Dickens’ intentions.

An analysis lesson of the poem Rhyme of the Dead Self with annotations for students.

A lesson that guides students through analysis of the ghost and Dickens’ characterisation.

Analysis lesson of Rooms by Charlotte Mew with annotations for students.

A lesson guiding students through how to approach unseen poetry questions with the poem Composed Upon Westminster Bridge.

A lesson analysing Malala’s speech and practising transactional writing skills.

Analysis of the key characters and settings in Great Expectations. One off lesson to use with Key Stage 3 or 4.

A poem that explores the world of racism, discrimination and prejudice. Great as an unseen poetry opportunity.

A great resource for teaching Chinese Cinderella for the IGCSE Anthology.