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English GCSE and English KS3 resources by a lead practitioner. Everything I upload is tried and tested by both myself and my English Department. I always appreciate feedback, so please do leave a review if you get chance. Leave a review and choose any other single resource for free! Just get in touch at info@englishgcse.co.uk

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English GCSE and English KS3 resources by a lead practitioner. Everything I upload is tried and tested by both myself and my English Department. I always appreciate feedback, so please do leave a review if you get chance. Leave a review and choose any other single resource for free! Just get in touch at info@englishgcse.co.uk
The Tempest Act 4 Scene 1
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The Tempest Act 4 Scene 1

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The Tempest William Shakespeare Act 4 Scene 1 lesson that explores marriage in the Jacobean era and how Prospero tells Ferdinand he can marry Miranda. We also look at how Prospero uses his language to reflect on life and death, as well as how the plot advances in this part of the play. A very useful way to study the play for both KS3 and KS4 students preparing for GCSE English Literature. Fully differentiated throughout.
Blood Brothers Traitors
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Blood Brothers Traitors

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Traitors English lesson on Blood Brothers inspired by the BBC TV series. This is a fully resourced lesson so it includes differentiated activities on Willy Russell’s play that cover characters, plot, themes, form and structure. The pack includes a PowerPoint with fully editable slides, traitor cards, faithful cards and detailed teacher notes setting out how the game works. Students work together in groups to complete Literature activity worksheets (included this pack and with detailed suggested answers for students to review and improve their revision), and earn points for the successful completion of their sheets. However, the traitors are trying to stop them winning!
Frankenstein Revision
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Frankenstein Revision

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Traitors English lesson on Frankenstein inspired by the BBC TV series. This is a fully resourced lesson so it includes differentiated activities on Mary Shelley’s play that cover characters, plot, themes, form and structure. The pack includes a PowerPoint with fully editable slides, traitor cards, faithful cards and detailed teacher notes setting out how the game works. Students work together in groups to complete Literature activity worksheets (included this pack and with detailed suggested answers for students to review and improve their revision), and earn points for the successful completion of their sheets. However, the traitors are trying to stop them winning!
Vocabulary and Tone
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Vocabulary and Tone

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English non-fiction writing lesson that explores vocabulary and tone and how changing these can influence a reader or audience. Students think about how changing registers or styles can help to affect an audience, too. Useful for KS3 students, particular Year 8 or Year 9, as well as GCSE English Language students preparing for Language Paper 2. Includes differentiated activities, engaging worksheets, modelled examples, extensive teacher and student notes and more. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. **This lesson forms part of our KS3 Complete Pack. ** AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
Belonging Comparing
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Belonging Comparing

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Edexcel Belonging comparing poems lesson that explores ways of making comparisons between two similar or two different poems from the anthology. Students analyse I Remember I Remember by Thomas Hood before making comparisons with another poem of their choice. Includes differentiated activities and is useful for students preparing for GCSE English Literature Paper 2 or for KS3 students developing their essay skills. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
The Tempest Act 3 Scene 3
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The Tempest Act 3 Scene 3

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The Tempest William Shakespeare Act 3 Scene 3 lesson that at the power of Act 3 Scene 3 and how Caliban is portrayed in the play so far. We explore how Caliban can be both poetical and also violent and how he is portrayed as a complicated character, plus we explore how he might be viewed through a postcolonial filter. Finally, we look at how Alonso, Antonio and Sebastian react to the spirits in Act 3 Scene 3. A very useful way to study the play for both KS3 and KS4 students preparing for GCSE English Literature. Fully differentiated throughout.
Frankenstein Monster
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Frankenstein Monster

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Frankenstein lesson for KS3 and KS4 students that looks at the whole of Chapter 10 and sums up Chapter 11 through a range of engaging activities that look at how the monster is presented and how giving him his own perspective and narrative changes how we see him as readers. Includes differentiated activities, visual stimuli, and a slightly different approach to helping students gain an overview of settings, characters, plot devices, tone and more. A really useful introduction to Frankenstein for GCSE English Literature students. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
Frankenstein Character
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Frankenstein Character

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Frankenstein lesson for KS3 and KS4 students that looks at the whole of Chapter 15 and sums up Chapter 14 through a range of engaging activities that look at how the monster is presented and how giving him his own perspective and narrative changes how we see him as readers. We look at how he is crushed once the cottage family reject him, as well as how the monster feels about his creation and his creator. Includes differentiated activities, visual stimuli, and a slightly different approach to helping students gain an overview of settings, characters, plot devices, tone and more. A really useful introduction to Frankenstein for GCSE English Literature students. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources.
Animal Farm Traitors
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Animal Farm Traitors

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Traitors English lesson on Animal Farm inspired by the BBC TV series. This is a fully resourced lesson so it includes differentiated activities on Orwell’s novel that cover characters, plot, themes, form and structure. The pack includes a PowerPoint with fully editable slides, traitor cards, faithful cards and detailed teacher notes setting out how the game works. Students work together in groups to complete Literature activity worksheets (included this pack and with detailed suggested answers for students to review and improve their revision), and earn points for the successful completion of their sheets. However, the traitors are trying to stop them winning!
Frankenstein Chapter 16
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Frankenstein Chapter 16

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Frankenstein lesson for KS3 and KS4 students that looks at the whole of Chapter 16 and introduces Chapter 17 through a range of engaging activities that look at how the monster is presented and how giving him his own perspective and narrative changes how we see him as readers. We look at how he behaves once rejected by the cottage family and how he explains the murder of the young boy. Includes differentiated activities, visual stimuli, and a slightly different approach to helping students gain an overview of settings, characters, plot devices, tone and more. A really useful introduction to Frankenstein for GCSE English Literature students. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources.
Frankenstein Monster's Companion
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Frankenstein Monster's Companion

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Frankenstein lesson for KS3 and KS4 students that looks at the whole of Chapter 17 and introduces Chapter 18 through a range of engaging activities that look at how the monster is presented and how he persuades Victor to create a companion for him. We explore our own views and whether we agree Victor should agree to the creature’s request or not. Includes differentiated activities, visual stimuli, and a slightly different approach to helping students gain an overview of settings, characters, plot devices, tone and more. A really useful introduction to Frankenstein for GCSE English Literature students. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources.
Frankenstein Chapter 12
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Frankenstein Chapter 12

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Frankenstein lesson for KS3 and KS4 students that looks at the whole of Chapter 12 and sums up Chapter 13 through a range of engaging activities that look at how the monster is presented and how giving him his own perspective and narrative changes how we see him as readers. Includes differentiated activities, visual stimuli, and a slightly different approach to helping students gain an overview of settings, characters, plot devices, tone and more. A really useful introduction to Frankenstein for GCSE English Literature students. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources.
Much Ado About Nothing
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Much Ado About Nothing

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Much Ado About Nothing William Shakespeare introduction lesson that explores Act 1 Scene 1, character types and the impact these characters can have on an audience. A brilliant way to begin analysing and exploring key themes, context, plot and structure in this Elizabethan comedy. Useful for both KS3 and KS4 students preparing for English Literature GCSE exams. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
Much Ado About Nothing Act 5 Scene 1
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Much Ado About Nothing Act 5 Scene 1

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Much Ado About Nothing William Shakespeare Leonato and language analysis in Act 5 Scene 1 lesson. We look at how Leonato feels about Hero, Claudio and Don Pedro and how he conveys these feelings to Antonio through his use of language techniques. We create analytical paragraphs as well. A brilliant way to begin analysing and exploring key themes, context, plot and structure in this Elizabethan comedy. Useful for both KS3 and KS4 students preparing for English Literature GCSE exams. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
Edexcel English Language 2.0 Paper 1 Q2
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Edexcel English Language 2.0 Paper 1 Q2

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Edexcel English Language Paper 1 Section A lesson for the NEW Edexcel 2.0 specification that explores19th century non-fiction and helps students to evaluate an extract from Text 1 and then create their own answers to Q2 (evaluating an extract, giving three reasons). Additionally, the lesson is part of a series of resources that look at two 19th century non-fiction texts on the common theme of workers’ rights. Perfect for the new Edexcel 2.0 spec. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
Edexcel English Language 2.0 Paper 1 Q5
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Edexcel English Language 2.0 Paper 1 Q5

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Edexcel English Language Paper 1 Section A lesson for the NEW Edexcel 2.0 specification that explores 19th century non-fiction and helps students to evaluate two texts and then answer Q5 and Q6 exam-style questions before making notes on evaluating an extract from Text 2 in preparation to answer Q5 and Q6. Additionally, the lesson is part of a series of resources that look at two 19th century non-fiction texts on the common theme of workers’ rights. Perfect for the new Edexcel 2.0 spec. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
The Tempest Antonio
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The Tempest Antonio

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The Tempest William Shakespeare Antonio and Sebastian lesson that explores the next part of Act 2 Scene 1 and Act 2 Scene 2 as we explore character, setting, plot and theme. We explore the characters of Antonio, Sebastian, Trinculo, Stephano and Caliban further. We explore how comic relief is introduced by the playwright to keep the audience invested in the play. A very useful way to begin the play for both KS3 and KS4 students preparing GCSE English Literature. Fully differentiated throughout.
The Tempest End
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The Tempest End

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The Tempest William Shakespeare ending lesson that explores the end of the play, including the epilogue and how all of the loose ends are brought together. We look at how The Tempest is a comedy rather than a tragedy as well. A very useful way to study the play for both KS3 and KS4 students preparing for GCSE English Literature. Fully differentiated throughout.
Frankenstein Chapter 4
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Frankenstein Chapter 4

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Frankenstein lesson for KS3 and KS4 students that looks at the whole of Chapter 4 through a range of engaging activities that look at how the character of Victor develops through this part of the text, and also how setting is used to develop this sense of character. Includes differentiated activities, visual stimuli, and a slightly different approach to helping students gain an overview of settings, characters, plot devices, tone and more. A really useful introduction to Frankenstein for GCSE English Literature students. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package
Frankenstein Chapter 3
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Frankenstein Chapter 3

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Frankenstein lesson for KS3 and KS4 students that looks at the whole of Chapter 3 through a range of engaging activities that look at how foreshadowing is used in this part of the novel. Students evaluate how different types of foreshadowing are used to engage readers with the text. Includes differentiated activities, visual stimuli, and a slightly different approach to helping students gain an overview of settings, characters, plot devices, tone and more. A really useful introduction to Frankenstein for GCSE English Literature students. Check out our English Shop for loads more free and inexpensive KS3, KS4, KS5, Literacy and whole school resources. AQA English Language Paper 1 and Paper 2 Knowledge Organisers AQA English Language Paper 1 Section A package AQA English Language Paper 1 Sections A and B package AQA English Language Paper 1 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 package AQA English Language Paper 2 Section A package AQA English Language and English Literature revision package An Inspector Calls whole scheme package An Inspector Calls revision package Macbeth whole scheme package Macbeth revision package A Christmas Carol whole scheme package A Christmas Carol revision package Jekyll and Hyde whole scheme package Jekyll and Hyde revision package Romeo and Juliet whole scheme package Power and Conflict poetry comparing poems package Power and Conflict poetry whole scheme package Love and Relationships poetry whole scheme package Unseen Poetry whole scheme package