Experience the Intensity of Artaud: A Comprehensive Drama Unit - 2024 Immerse your students in the radical and compelling world of Antonin Artaud with this complete teaching resource, designed to provide a deep understanding of one of the most provocative figures in modern theatre. Perfect for primary and secondary educators, this unit will challenge and inspire your students through practical applications of Artaud’s visionary techniques. Key Features: Structured Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guides for each session, ensuring a seamless teaching experience. Activities designed to engage students and foster a deeper understanding of Artaud’s methods. Interactive Starter Activities: Thought-provoking questions and exercises to kickstart each lesson. Activities like “Think, Pair, Share” to encourage student participation and discussion. Dynamic Exercises: Innovative games and activities such as “Emotional Sculptures,” “The Terrible Trigger,” and “Wordless Scenes” to develop students’ acting skills. Exercises focusing on the Theatre of Cruelty, body language, and non-verbal communication to help students grasp Artaud’s concepts. Focus on Practical Application: Exercises designed to help students practically apply Artaud’s techniques in various scenarios. Comprehensive guides for using rituals, intense emotions, and sensory exploration in performance. Collaborative Learning: Group activities to promote teamwork and communication. Opportunities for students to share and discuss their performances with peers. Reflection and Feedback: Built-in reflection activities to encourage self-awareness and continuous improvement. Questions and prompts to help students think critically about their acting and technical choices. Visual and Multimedia Integration: Incorporates videos and visual aids to support learning and keep students engaged. Links to useful online resources and examples to enhance the learning experience. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Engage your students with this dynamic and comprehensive lesson focused on Ray Bradbury’s intriguing dystopian short story, “The Pedestrian.” Perfect for secondary English students, this resource introduces learners to the captivating themes and concepts of dystopian literature while enhancing their critical thinking and comprehension skills. What’s Included in this Lesson? Starter Task: A creative activity where students visualize ‘lonely’ and ‘crowded,’ sparking discussion on societal isolation and the impact of technology on human interaction. Discussion Task: A thought-provoking debate on the consequences of excessive technology use and its impact on real-world interactions, setting the stage for deeper engagement with the story’s themes. Vocabulary Building: Key terms such as ‘pedestrian,’ ‘regressive,’ and ‘psychiatric’ are explored to support students in grasping complex ideas and enhancing their understanding of the text. Reading Task: A structured reading of “The Pedestrian” with a focus on understanding the plot, characters, and setting. This task combines guided reading and independent exploration to deepen student engagement. Comprehension Questions: A set of progressively challenging questions that range from basic recall to higher-order thinking. These questions help assess students’ grasp of the story’s key events and underlying messages. Writing Task: A reflective writing activity where students predict the outcome for Leonard Mead. This encourages creative thinking and deeper analysis of the narrative. Reflection Activity: Students write a brief reflection on what they have learned about dystopian themes and the story’s message, promoting personal connection and introspection. True or False Quiz: A quick, engaging quiz to reinforce understanding of key details and concepts from the story. Homework/Extension Task: Additional tasks for further exploration, including a vocabulary-based paragraph writing exercise, ensuring that learning continues beyond the classroom. Why This Resource? Engaging Content: Each activity is designed to captivate students’ attention and deepen their understanding of dystopian fiction. Comprehensive Coverage: The lesson covers essential literacy skills such as reading comprehension, critical thinking, and creative writing. Perfect for English teachers looking to introduce dystopian fiction in a structured format, this lesson is ready to use. Dive into the world of “The Pedestrian” and inspire your students to explore the impact of technology on society and individuality. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

A stimulating and relevant ‘mini-mock’ style resource that can be used for Paper 1, Q2/Q5: This is particularly useful as a ‘walkthrough’ task that helps pupils understand the skills that are needed to answer this question. If you use it this way, I tend to follow this structure: #1 - Read the extract. Find out the meanings of any unfamiliar vocabulary and add these to the accompanying ‘word bank’ (10 minutes - 20 minutes) #2 - Complete the discussion tasks (S&L opportunity) and read the accompanying articles (15 - 20 minutes) #3 - Annotate the extract for gothic conventions and language devices (10-15 minutes) #4 - Discuss the reading question and read a pupil’s response. Get your pupils to mark it with regards to a WWW/EBI! (10 minutes) #5 - Pupils will construct their own response - Use the FREE reading scaffold sheets to help you! Differentiated by outcome (15 -20 minutes) This is a brief outline - These sheets contain at least a week’s worth of work! The second ‘one sheet’ covers an ‘AQA-style’ writing question with a twist! Pupils will love it. Use the FREE writing mat to help support pupil progress. Please leave a review! :-) I’ll email you a free resource of your choice! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

** All your revision for a grade 9 response in just two packed pages ** INCLUDES: A response guide Expert, bespoke notes on all twenty poems Quote analysis and key devices for each poem Contextual information A comprehensive ‘two sheet’ revision resource to help students ace their IGCSE literature questions on AQA’s People and Places poetry anthology (9275). Designed specifically to help students achieve a grade 9, this resource includes all the materials they need to succeed when studying these 20 poems. This is hours of work distilled into two sheets. With clear and concise notes on content, structure, language and form, students can quickly review the most important aspects of each poem. It features excellent quotations which are specifically linked to writer’s craft. Pupils will also find helpful tips for approaching AQA IGCSE litearture poetry essay questions and a clearly structured top tips guide. This resource also includes targeted contextual information for students to reinforce their knowledge and test their understanding. With a user-friendly layout and engaging design, students will be motivated and excited to dive into their IGCSE poetry revision. So if you’re looking for the ultimate revision resource for AQA’s People and Places poetry anthology, look no further than this two-sheet guide. Your students will thank you for it! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Explore the Legacy of Stanislavski: A Comprehensive Drama Unit Delve into the world of Konstantin Stanislavski with this complete teaching resource, designed to give your students an in-depth understanding of one of the most influential drama practitioners in history. Perfect for primary and secondary educators, this unit will inspire your students and enhance their acting skills through practical applications of Stanislavski’s techniques. Key Features: Structured Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guides for each session, ensuring a seamless teaching experience. Activities designed to engage students and foster a deeper understanding of Stanislavski’s methods. Interactive Starter Activities: Thought-provoking questions and exercises to kickstart each lesson. Activities like “Think, Pair, Share” to encourage student participation and discussion. Dynamic Exercises: Innovative games and activities such as “The Magic ‘If’,” “Emotion Recall Relay,” and “Inner Monologue Improv” to develop students’ acting skills. Exercises focusing on emotional memory, given circumstances, objectives, and physical actions to help students embody their characters authentically. Focus on Practical Application: Exercises designed to help students practically apply Stanislavski’s techniques in various scenarios. Comprehensive guides for emotional recall, understanding character backgrounds, and achieving objectives on stage. Collaborative Learning: Group activities to promote teamwork and communication. Opportunities for students to share and discuss their performances with peers. Reflection and Feedback: Built-in reflection activities to encourage self-awareness and continuous improvement. Questions and prompts to help students think critically about their acting and technical choices. This resource is an invaluable addition to any drama curriculum. It aligns with educational standards and can be easily integrated into existing lesson plans. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Halloween Drama Games - Ten Seasonal Games - 2024 Get ready to bring the spooky season to life in your drama classroom with this engaging, immersive, and versatile teaching resource! Designed for secondary school drama students, this Halloween Drama games pdf lesson will inspire creativity, foster teamwork, and develop performance skills in a fun and eerie way. Key Features? Immersive Halloween Theme: Dive into the mysterious and spooky side of storytelling as students explore haunted houses, eerie creatures, and thrilling ghost stories. This unit blends imaginative games and activities to bring the spirit of Halloween alive in your classroom. Interactive Warm-Up Activities: Begin each lesson with interactive exercises like “Circle Walk” and “Traffic Lights” to help students warm up their bodies and minds, preparing them for dynamic drama work. Drama Games & Exercises: Keep students actively engaged with games like “Secret Leader”, “The Witch’s Spell”, and “Halloween Charades”. These activities focus on physical movement, non-verbal communication, and dramatic characterization, encouraging students to fully embody spooky characters. Collaborative Storytelling: Develop creativity and improvisation skills with activities such as “Haunted Story Statues” and “Spooky Story Circle”. These exercises allow students to craft their own haunted stories and act them out, enhancing their narrative and performance abilities. Character Creation & Improvisation: Activities like “The Monster Interview” and “Zombie Tag” give students opportunities to create unique Halloween characters, building improvisation skills while having fun. These games encourage students to think on their feet and work together. Atmosphere & Sound Design: Engage students in creating a creepy atmosphere through activities like “Halloween Soundscape”, where they use their voices and bodies to create ghostly sounds, enhancing their understanding of sound in performance and building ensemble skills. Reflection & Feedback: Each lesson includes built-in reflection activities like “Think, Pair, Share”, encouraging students to critically evaluate their own performance and think about what they can improve next time. This resource is perfect for educators looking to create an unforgettable drama experience during the Halloween season. The lessons are easy to follow and adaptable for different skill levels, making it ideal for both beginners and advanced drama students. Whether you’re looking to enhance your drama curriculum or introduce some spooky fun, this unit has everything you need to inspire and engage your students. **Find more exciting drama resources in my store: Mr. Mac’s Resource Packs! **

La Tomatina: An Exciting Non-Fiction Lesson for KS2/KS3 Immerse your students in the vibrant and festive world of La Tomatina with our engaging non-fiction lesson. Designed for KS2/KS3 students, this comprehensive lesson, delivered through Google Slides, offers a range of interactive activities to enhance word choice, comprehension, sentence structure, and paragraph development, all centered around the famous Spanish tomato-throwing festival. Why Choose the La Tomatina Non-Fiction Lesson? 1 - Engaging and interactive: Capture students’ attention with an exciting lesson that immerses them in the world of La Tomatina. 2 - Comprehensive language development: From vocabulary enhancement to video comprehension and paragraph writing, this lesson covers various English language skills. 3- Digital delivery through Google Slides: Conveniently access and deliver the lesson from anywhere, making it suitable for in-class or remote learning. 4 - Adaptable to different age groups: Tailor the tasks to meet the needs and abilities of your students. 5 - Encourages cultural appreciation and creativity: Foster an understanding and appreciation for diverse traditions, develop writing skills, and promote cultural exploration. Invite your students to celebrate La Tomatina through this engaging non-fiction lesson. Ignite their curiosity, enhance language skills, and foster cultural awareness. Purchase now and transport your students to the tomato-filled streets of Spain as they deepen their English language abilities! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Dive Into the World of Blogging with Our “Travel Writing - Blog” Lesson – Now Available on TES! Unleash the potential of blogging with our engaging lesson designed for budding writers who wish to explore the vibrant world of travel blogging. This comprehensive lesson guides students through the art of blog writing, highlighting how blogs can be used to share travel experiences, tips, and personal insights. Whether your students are aspiring bloggers or curious about digital storytelling, this lesson offers them the tools to articulate their journeys in captivating blog posts. Exciting Features of Our “Travel Writing - Blog” Lesson: Introduction to Blogging: Jumpstart the adventure with a detailed overview of what blogs are, the significance of blogging, and its impact on readers worldwide. Reasons to Blog: Explore the various motivations behind travel blogging, from sharing experiences and remembering journeys to interacting with a global community of travelers. Step-by-Step Guide to Blog Writing: Follow a structured approach to blog writing, starting from picking a place, thinking about the visit, finding out more, to crafting a compelling narrative that captures the essence of the adventure. Interactive Blog Writing Activities: Engage in practical exercises that mirror the blog writing process, including organizing thoughts, researching facts, and articulating experiences in a blog format. Features of a Blog Post: Delve into the anatomy of a blog post, learning how to craft intriguing titles, introductions, headings, and how to effectively engage with the audience through comments. Why Our Lesson Is Essential: Fosters Creative Expression: Encourages students to express their unique perspectives and stories, enhancing their creative writing skills. Enhances Digital Literacy: Provides insights into digital storytelling and the importance of online content creation in today’s digital age. Promotes Critical Thinking: Through the process of crafting blog posts, students learn to organize their thoughts, research, and reflect on their experiences. Encourages Interaction: Shows students the value of sharing their stories with a wider audience and engaging with readers through comments. Classroom-Ready: This ready-to-use lesson includes all necessary materials for immediate implementation, enriching your curriculum with relevant and modern content writing practices. Perfect for: Educators aiming to introduce their students to blogging as a modern form of storytelling, especially within the context of travel writing. Embark on the exciting journey of blog writing with our “Travel Writing - Blog” lesson. This resource not only introduces students to the fundamentals of blogging but also inspires them to document their travel experiences creatively. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Dive into the captivating world of J.B. Priestley’s “An Inspector Calls” with our detailed resource focused on Act One, specially designed for KS3 and KS4 students, including those with lower English proficiency and EAL learners. This comprehensive and accessible resource helps all students understand and analyze the opening act of this classic play - It even includes an adapted script! Key Features: Engaging Activities: Step-by-step tasks that introduce the characters, themes, and events of Act One. Visual Aids: Rich visuals and clear explanations to simplify complex concepts and enhance understanding. Student-Centered Tasks: Thought-provoking questions and activities designed to encourage critical thinking and class discussion. Differentiated Content: Adaptable materials suitable for low ability and EAL pupils, ensuring inclusivity in learning. Assessment Tools: Quiz to assess comprehension and retention of Act One. Why Use This Resource? Boost Engagement: Interactive and varied activities keep students engaged and motivated. Improve Understanding: Detailed explanations and visual aids help students grasp the play’s context and characters, enhancing their overall analysis. Support Diverse Learners: Designed with the needs of lower ability and EAL students in mind, this resource ensures all students can succeed. What You’ll Get: ✔ PDF presentations with key context and character information ✔ Printable quiz for Act One ✔ An adapted script for LAP / EAL pupils ✔ A free vocabulary game Prepare your students for success with this essential “An Inspector Calls” Act One resource. Ideal for teachers seeking to provide an inclusive, engaging, and thorough understanding of the play’s opening act. Download now and start transforming your lessons today! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Grotowski made Simple: A Comprehensive Drama Unit - 2024 Immerse your students in the transformative world of Jerzy Grotowski, one of the most pioneering figures in modern theatre. This all-inclusive teaching resource is meticulously crafted to guide your students through the essential techniques and philosophies that define Grotowski’s “Poor Theatre.” Ideal for secondary school students, this unit will deepen your students’ understanding of performance and push their physical and emotional limits on stage. Key Features Structured Lesson : ✔ Detailed, easy-to-follow lesson that take you through each aspect of Grotowski’s methods. ✔ Activities designed to help students master Grotowski’s emphasis on the actor’s physical and vocal expressiveness. Engaging Starter Activities: ✔ Provocative questions and tasks to set the tone for each lesson. ✔ Activities like “Hot Seat” to encourage active student engagement and curiosity about Grotowski’s impact on theatre. Innovative Exercises: ✔ Unique exercises such as “The Plastiques” and “The Cat Exercise” that develop students’ control over their bodies and physical articulation. ✔ Practical training in physical theatre, vocal techniques, and the actor-audience relationship, aligning with Grotowski’s principles. Focus on Practical Application: ✔ Activities that allow students to apply Grotowski’s concepts in real-time, emphasizing physical and emotional authenticity. ✔ Exercises designed to explore the actor’s relationship with the audience, pushing boundaries and breaking the “fourth wall.” Collaborative Learning: ✔ Group activities that foster teamwork, creativity, and communication. ✔ Opportunities for students to experiment with minimalist theatre and share their performances for peer feedback. Reflection and Feedback: ✔ Built-in reflection sessions to encourage self-assessment and critical thinking. ✔ Thought-provoking questions to help students analyze their use of Grotowski’s techniques and their impact on performance. This resource is an indispensable addition to any drama curriculum, offering a rich exploration of Grotowski’s methods and their application in contemporary theatre. It aligns with educational standards and seamlessly integrates into existing lesson plans. Explore more resources in my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Immerse Your Students in the World of Musical Theatre - 2024 Transform your drama classes with this comprehensive unit focused on the elements of musical drama within the context of plot and practitioners. Ideal for secondary educators, this resource provides structured activities that help students understand and appreciate the dynamic world of musical theatre. Key Features? Structured Lesson Plan: A detailed, step-by-step guide covering the key features of musical drama and how they operate within a play’s plot. Interactive Starters: Thought-provoking questions and discussions to stimulate critical thinking about musical theatre. Dynamic Exercises: Activities like “Soundscape” and “The Musical Minefield” to help students explore the auditory and performative aspects of musical theatre. Focus on Musical Elements: Detailed exploration of the characteristics of musical drama, such as songs and music, integrated storytelling, character development, dance and choreography, and varied genres. Reflective Practices: Opportunities for students to reflect on their learning and the impact of musical elements on storytelling. Lesson Highlights? Definition and Features: Understanding the components of a plot and how they differ in comedies, tragedies, and musicals. Key Features of Musical Theatre: Exploring songs and music, integrated storytelling, character development, dance and choreography, spectacular productions, and varied genres. Creating and Performing a Musical Scene: Students work in groups to write, rehearse, and perform scenes based on musical themes, incorporating the key features of musical theatre. Character Development and Emotional Tone: Focusing on the depth of characters and the integration of musical elements to convey the narrative. Class Discussions: Discussing how musical elements were incorporated into their scenes and their effectiveness in enhancing the storytelling. Writing Reflections: Students write reflections on what they have learned about musical theatre and how these ideas have developed their understanding of drama. Final Details? Suitable for Secondary Educators: Adaptable for different age groups and educational levels. Comprehensive Resource: Covers essential elements of musical drama, providing a holistic approach to drama education. Easy to Implement: Each lesson plan is detailed and easy to follow, ensuring smooth implementation in the classroom. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas, Ursula K. Le Guin - 2024 Immerse your students in Ursula K. Le Guin’s powerful dystopian short story, “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas.” This thought-provoking lesson is perfect for lower ability secondary English students, prompting deep discussions on morality, happiness, and sacrifice. What’s Inside? Starter Task: A creative drawing activity on ‘happiness’ and ‘sacrifice’ to introduce key themes and engage students. Discussion Task: Debate whether it’s fair to sacrifice one person’s happiness for the good of many, encouraging critical thinking. Vocabulary Boost: Key terms like ‘suffering,’ ‘misery,’ and ‘cultured’ to help students understand complex ideas in the text. Reading Task: Guided exploration of the text’s moral dilemmas and thematic depth. Comprehension Questions: Questions that range from simple recall to analytical responses, solidifying understanding of the story’s complex messages. Writing Task: Reflect on what it means to walk away from Omelas and explore the moral cost of happiness. Reflection Activity: Personal response to the story’s themes, promoting introspection and deeper engagement. True or False Quiz: An interactive quiz to assess key details and reinforce learning. Why Choose This Resource? Engaging and Thought-Provoking: Activities designed to spark deep discussions and personal reflection on moral issues. Comprehensive and Easy-to-Use: Covers essential skills with minimal preparation needed. Challenge your students to think deeply about ethics and society with this impactful lesson. Find more resources like this in my TES store: Mr. Mac’s Resource Packs <3

Dive into the Deep: An Exciting Shark Non-Fiction Lesson Discover the fascinating world of sharks with our engaging and immersive non-fiction lesson designed specifically for KS2/KS3 students. Delivered through a Google Slides PDF, this comprehensive lesson offers a range of interactive activities to enhance word choice, comprehension, sentence structure, and creative expression, all centered around the captivating theme of sharks. Why Choose the Dive into the Deep Shark Non-Fiction Lesson? Engaging and interactive: Capture students’ attention with a captivating lesson that brings the world of sharks to life. Comprehensive language development: From vocabulary enhancement to reading comprehension and creative writing, this lesson covers various English language skills. Digital delivery through Google Slides PDF: Conveniently access and deliver the lesson from anywhere, making it suitable for in-class or remote learning. Adaptable to different age groups: Tailor the tasks to meet the needs and abilities of your students. Encourages critical thinking and creativity: Foster a love for non-fiction reading and inspire creative expression through poetry. Dive into the Deep and explore the awe-inspiring world of sharks with our engaging non-fiction lesson. Spark curiosity, enhance language skills, and ignite a passion for learning. Purchase now and take your students on an unforgettable journey beneath the waves! Want to check if the reading text is suitable for your pupils? Here’s a sample below: ‘Sharks are fascinating creatures that inhabit the oceans. They are known for their sharp teeth and unique bodies that help them swim swiftly through the water. Let’s learn more about these magnificent creatures and test your understanding with some comprehension questions! Sharks come in various shapes and sizes. Some, like the great white shark, can grow up to 20 feet long. Their bodies are designed for speed, allowing them to chase their prey effortlessly. Sharks have many rows of teeth, which they use to catch and tear their food.’ Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

** All your revision for a grade 9 response in just two packed pages ** ** Covers ALL of the stories with notes on Mrs Vadnie Marlene Sevlon (Jackie Kay), Fly in the Ointment (V.S. Pritchett), The Rain Horse (Ted Hughes), A Real Durwan (Jhumpa Lahiri), The Destructors (graham Greene), Through the Tunnel (Doris Lessing) and Sandpiper (Ahdaf Soueif) ** INCLUDES: A synopsis of each of the stories. Expert, bespoke notes on each of the stories. Key devices related to content, structure, language and form for each story (along with corresponding quotations). Contextual information for each story and its author. A comprehensive ‘two sheet’ revision resource to help students ace their GCSE & IGCSE literature questions (9275) related specifically to AQA’s short story anthology. Designed specifically to help students achieve a grade 9, this resource includes all the materials they need to succeed when studying a range of short stories. This is hours of work distilled into two sheets. With clear and concise notes on content, structure, language and form, students can quickly review the most important aspects of each story. It features excellent guidance which is specifically linked to writer’s craft. Pupils will also find helpful tips for approaching GCSE / IGCSE essay questions. This resource also includes targeted information for students to reinforce their knowledge and test their understanding. With a user-friendly layout and engaging design, students will be motivated and excited to dive into their GCSE / IGCSE revision. So if you’re looking for the ultimate revision resource for these short stories, look no further than this two-sheet guide. Your students will thank you for it! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

An exciting and engaging resource that will help support the skills needed to teach P1, Q5. Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ and thought provoking lesson that will enable pupils to connect with their learning. This includes: -A reflective and guided A3 worksheet that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content. -A number of scaffolded tasks which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for P1, Q5. -A truly unique and interesting video resource (find the link on the worksheet!) that drives the lesson forward. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

A ‘mini-mock’ style resource that can be used for Paper 1, Q2: This is particularly useful as a ‘walkthrough’ task that helps pupils understand the skills that are needed to answer this question. If you use it this way, I tend to follow this structure: Worksheet (engages/helps pupils access the extract)- 10 minutes. Watch (Helps pupils further contextualise the extract)- 5 minutes. Read/discuss (Pupils to underline any ‘interesting’ language)- 5 minutes. Annotate (pupils to complete task #1, teacher guidance as appropriate)- 10 minutes. Read/SPAG (pupils to complete task #2, a ‘paragraph guide’ for pupils!)- 10 minutes. Own (Pupils to complete task #3, if extension is needed get pupils to continue this in their books!)- 10 minutes. Conclusions (discuss/read out work and the focus of the overall lesson)- 5 minutes. Please leave a review! :-) I’ll email you a free resource of your choice! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

An exciting and engaging resource that will help support the skills needed to develop ‘zoom lens’ writing, a crucial skill for Q5. Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ and thought provoking lesson that will enable pupils to connect with their learning. This includes: -A scaffolded series of tasks that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content. -A variety of interesting and relevant videos (find the link on the powerpoint!) that drive the lesson forward. -A unique ‘written Youtube storyboard’ task that provides a clear link to the lesson’s focus. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3