Differentiated starter activity on the character of Scout. Bronze: Define the words Silver: Make links between the words Gold: Use the words in a paragraph about Scout.

Teaching instructions: There are 20 key extracts from the novel grouped into bronze, silver and gold for difficulty. Give each student an extract to focus on. Each student completes differentiated questions based on the extract. The next step is to carousel and share answers. Students then jot down notes for all characters on the graphic organiser which is also provided.

Use this test if you want to find out if your students have read the whole of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ instead of just watching the movie. All the questions test students on incidents that occur in the book but not in the film.

To Kill a Mockingbird predicting exam questions and choosing suitable extracts.

3 differentiated worksheets to explore what Scout learns during the course of the novel. Bronze: Includes possible answers Silver: Includes page numbers and points Gold: Students select all points independently.

To Kill a Mockingbird - quiz questions for board game

A great resource to help students plan essay responses to 5 different themes in the novel.

To Kill a Mockingbird: multiple choice questions

7 attractive and informative literature revision booklets covering the following 7 popular texts. I have compiled my most popular resources for each set text into 7 easy to print pdfs. There are also word versions if you wish to edit and add to the booklets yourself. The 7 texts that are covered should hopefully cover the 4 set texts you will be studying or teaching: Macbeth Romeo and Juliet A Christmas Carol Power and Conflict An Inspector Calls Lord of the Flies Animal Farm All the booklets contain knowledge organisers, revision cards, plot/knowledge tests, high grade model exemplars, writing frames, support with planning and much more. Please look at the previews to sample the wide range of resources on offer.

7 revision sheets containing analysis of the top 10 quotations for each of the main characters: Gerald, Mrs Birling, Mr Birling, Inspector, Sheila, Eric and Eva. Also includes 10 key tier 2 words to describe each character.

List of wow words to describe food to extend sensuous descriptions. Could be useful in English or Food Technology lessons.

2 graphic organisers for planning a story

A simple and easy to follow lesson aimed at getting students to use polysyllabic vocabulary to increase their word power.

A revision sheet containing explanations for 10 key quotations about Eric Birling in An Inspector Calls.

Includes a 34 page work booklet adapted to help students extend their knowledge of An Inspector Calls. The 34 page booklet includes: Plot Summary with answer sheet Revising the top 10 quotations for each character with answer sheet Template to plan exam style responses for each character 9 model answers at grades ranging from 4 to 9 with examiner comments Instructions for how to annotate the play Revision cards on themes

A cover lesson style worksheet on fronted adverbials.

Differentiated instrumental parts to allow students to create an ensemble performance of Jingle Bell Rock. There are up to 3 levels of differentiation for each part and bass tablature and drum-kit parts are also included. This are also differentiated composition templates where students can create their own middle 8 section using notation and composition methods. A differentiated listening test which refers to different versions of Jingle Bell Rock with you tube links and answers are also provided.

8 ideas for literacy starters

Advanced literacy peer assessment mark scheme for extended writing

Literacy training ideal for whole school teacher training. The session goes through ten strategies teachers can implement instantly to help incorporate literacy more meaningfully into their lessons - whatever their subject specialism. There are 65 slides. Also includes a list of ways each department within a school can support literacy in a meaningful way within their curriculum area. Also contains a list of 5 key priorities/achievements for a literacy coordinator.