Suitable for any GCSE English Literature Exam - especially the new Eduqas exam. A range of activities suitable for a range of abilities. Covers all the key aspects needed, including exam skills, context, language, structure and form. Handouts are provided to support and extend the learning.

Unearth the Modern Tragedy! Explore Arthur Miller’s poignant critique of the American Dream with our expertly designed scheme of work tailored for AQA English Literature A Level students. What’s Inside? Modern Tragedy Explored: Delve deep into the heart of Miller’s vision of contemporary tragedy and its implications. Detailed Study on “Death of a Salesman”: Navigate the complex relationships, dreams, and disillusionments of the Loman family in tune with AQA’s core text criteria. Vivid Contextual Insights: Illuminate the socio-economic and cultural landscape that shaped Miller’s masterpiece. Analytical Brilliance: Cultivate a profound literary analysis of motifs, symbols, and character arcs. Comparative Skills: Equip students to draw meaningful comparisons with other modern tragedies. Critical Perspectives: Dive into varied interpretations, broadening students’ analytical horizons. Essay Craftsmanship: Hone students’ essay-writing prowess, setting them up for A Level triumph. Who’s It For? Fellow Educators: In search of a dynamic, comprehensive, and insightful approach to “Death of a Salesman” that syncs seamlessly with AQA’s guidelines? Your quest ends here! Students: Aspiring to master your A Level English Literature syllabus? This resource is your stepping stone! Why Opt For Our Scheme? Conceived by seasoned educators, our scheme marries academic depth with engaging content, ensuring students not only achieve top marks but also cultivate a deep-rooted love for literature. Key Features: Exhaustive Lesson Outlines Stimulating Activities & Tasks Grading Criteria & Feedback Tools

22 lessons on A Christmas Carol with a range of activities in every lesson. Open and teach!

This comprehensive six-week scheme of work, titled “Heroes and Villains,” is designed for Year 9 students, focusing on narrative writing, content organisation, and written accuracy. It includes detailed lesson plans, engaging PowerPoint presentations, and a variety of activities to enhance students’ creative writing skills. Week-by-Week Breakdown: Week 1: Archetypes and Adaptation • Texts: Robin Hood and King Arthur • Activities: Students will explore the archetypes of heroes and villains, focusing on what makes an epic story. They will write their own adaptation of either a Robin Hood or King Arthur story. • Objective: Understand and create epic narratives. Week 2: Children’s Stories • Texts: Jungle Book, Matilda, and Peter Pan • Activities: Students will rewrite a key scene from one of these texts from the villain’s point of view, focusing on narrative perspective. • Objective: Develop skills in shifting narrative perspectives. Weeks 3 & 4: Historical Fiction and Revolution • Texts: Hamilton • Activities: Through mini-writing exercises, students will write letters between Hamilton and Eliza, create a song/rap for a character, and write about the Battle of Yorktown from different perspectives. • Objective: Enhance creativity and engage the reader.

A Scheme of Work that covers the teaching of Child Language Acquisition for A-Level English Language. It covers: Transcripts and examples Key theorists and studies such as the Wug test and Pavlov's dog Analysis of speech, reading and writing

Key Features: • Interactive and Diverse Activities: The unit incorporates a variety of teaching strategies, including discussions, creative writing, research projects, and multimedia presentations. • Skill Development: Focuses on enhancing literacy skills, critical thinking, empathy, and global awareness. • Engagement with Real-World Issues: Encourages students to connect the novel’s themes with contemporary global issues, fostering a deeper understanding and empathy for others. • Flexible and Adaptable: The unit can be tailored to suit different learning styles and classroom environments, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility. Why Choose This Unit? • Engages Students: The novel’s compelling story and relatable themes captivate students’ interest and imagination. • Holistic Learning: Integrates literary analysis with creative expression and real-world connections, providing a well-rounded educational experience. • Empowers Voices: Encourages students to explore and express their own voices while understanding the importance of resilience and courage in the face of adversity. Bring the powerful story of “The Breadwinner” to life in your classroom with this dynamic and enriching unit of work. “Empowering Voices: Exploring ‘The Breadwinner’” offers a transformative learning experience that will resonate with students long after the unit ends.

Immerse your Year 8 students in the captivating world of short stories with our detailed and engaging “Short Stories Masterclass.” This scheme of work is meticulously designed to introduce students to a range of short stories, enhance their analytical skills, and prepare them for the GCSE English Language papers. Key Features: • Diverse Literary Exposure: Introduces students to a variety of short stories, fostering a broad appreciation of different narrative styles and genres. • GCSE Preparation: Familiarises students with GCSE English Language question formats and assessment objectives, particularly focusing on AO4. • Analytical Skill Development: Encourages close analysis of key narrative sections, helping students to evaluate texts critically and develop informed personal responses. • Creative and Transactional Writing: Engages students in both creative and transactional writing tasks, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively and imaginatively.

A scheme of work designed to prepare students for their EDUQAS English Language Exam - the lessons cover letters, reviews and articles.

A 14 slide Powerpoint, covering 3 lessons in total, on the poem ‘If I Could Tell You’ with analysis of the structure, language and the form. A range of handouts help secure understanding of this challenging poem.

Lesson 9 of the Lord of the Flies Scheme of Work. This lesson focuses on Simon and the idea of religious allegory. There are key quotes embedded for students to analyse.

Lesson on the AQA English Language A Level Non Exam Assessment (NEA) Includes format of investigation and a clear breakdown of what to for the title, aims and introduction with exemplars for students

Lesson 11 Alfieri’s Final Speech for a Scheme of Work for View from the Bridge. This lesson covers Alfieri’s final speech . Extracts taken from the play are added for students to analyse as they work through the play. There are a range of tasks for the students to work on as they read through the play. Suitable for GCSE Literature and can be developed for A Level study of this classic text.

15+ lessons on Roald Dahl’s Boy

This extensive scheme of work provides secondary school educators with a rich collection of resources to explore British literature, history, and social issues. From the significant role of the Poet Laureate to the intricacies of the British Monarchy, military history, and the poignant themes in Oscar Wilde’s works, this collection is designed to engage students in deep, critical thinking and creative expression. With a mix of PowerPoint presentations, worksheets, newspaper article assignments, and creative writing exercises, teachers are equipped to deliver a dynamic and interactive learning experience that covers essential historical events and literary masterpieces.

This comprehensive scheme of work for Year 7 English focuses on the exploration of short stories and poetry, designed to enhance students’ narrative skills, inference abilities, and character analysis through a series of engaging activities and assessments. Over seven weeks, students will delve into a variety of texts, including “The Hitchhiker,” “No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency,” and “The Crotach Stone,” among others. Each week is meticulously planned to develop specific learning objectives, utilising proof-reading exercises, narrative writing tasks, and character evaluations. The scheme culminates in creative writing and review assignments that not only consolidate the learning objectives but also inspire a deep appreciation for literature. Students will be encouraged to read independently, engage in class discussions, and produce written work that demonstrates their understanding and analytical skills. This scheme provides a rich and varied curriculum aimed at fostering a love of reading and writing, critical thinking, and effective communication.

Unlock the imaginative potential of your Key Stage 3 students with our meticulously crafted three-week narrative development programme, “Creative Writing Mastery”. This comprehensive scheme is designed to inspire young writers through the exploration and analysis of captivating literary extracts, leading them to create their own compelling stories. Key Features: • Structured Learning Objectives: Each week focuses on building crucial narrative skills, from language analysis to theme exploration and narrative crafting. • Engaging Extracts: Utilise rich, high-quality extracts from renowned texts such as “Life of Pi,” “Twilight,” and “The Arrival” to enhance language acquisition and comprehension. • Interactive and Independent Activities: A blend of independent reading, proof-reading, and creative tasks ensures active engagement and skill development. • Final Narrative Project: Culminates in the writing of an original story titled “The Departure,” where students apply learned techniques to produce a polished piece of creative writing. • Peer Review and Assessment: Encourage collaborative learning through peer assessments, fostering a supportive classroom environment. Weekly Breakdown: Week 1: Language and Comprehension • Independent reading and comprehension tasks with extracts from “Life of Pi.” • Focus on synonym discovery and comprehension questions to enhance understanding and language use. Week 2: Language Craft and Analysis • Deep dive into language analysis with targeted questions and proof-reading exercises. • Analysis of “Twilight” to understand character relationships and thematic elements. Week 3: Theme Exploration and Narrative Writing • Thematic prediction and inference activities using “The Arrival.” • Narrative planning and writing sessions, guiding students through drafting, revising, and peer assessment. • Final narrative writing task using elements from studied texts to craft their own story, “The Departure.” Enhance your curriculum and ignite the creative spark in your students with “Creative Writing Mastery.” Equip them with the skills to analyse, interpret, and create compelling narratives that showcase their growing proficiency in English literature. Available now for download and classroom implementation. Make your Key Stage 3 English lessons a journey of discovery

A fun lesson that can be used during a transitional day for Year 6 moving into Year 7.

Methodology lesson to the AQA English Language A Level Non Exam Assessment (NEA) Includes format of methodology and ideas for students to discuss with exemplars

This unit of work aims to develop students’ reading skills and develops their ability to respond to GCSE style questions for English language. Students will develop their select and retrieve skills (English Language AO1). Students will learn how to select accurate evidence from the text and will practise writing up their responses in a timely manner. Explaining the effect of the writer’s choices will be another key focus throughout the unit, with an emphasis on creating ‘quality comments’, allowing students to gain higher marks for AO2 style ‘how’ questions. Students will also be taught how to analyse the author’s choices of language using accurate subject terminology. Students will be introduced to a range of non-fiction texts and how to evaluate a writer’s viewpoint as presented in a text (English Language AO4). Students will also be given the opportunity to develop their narrative and transactional writing skills, with the focus being on developing depth and detail in their writing.