A lesson and all resources for an introduction to unseen poetry using Minister for Education. Great starter that engages the students and recaps and re-enforces learning of poetic techniques. It can also be used with other poetry. Includes differentiated poetic techniques for higher and lower ability.
A comprehensive set of assessment and feedback sheets for each question on GCSE Language and GCSE Literature papers 1 &2. Each sheet has marking criteria for each question with a space for comments on what went well and even better if. Eases marking load for English teachers. Just highlight the criteria in green to show achievement and in pink to show next steps. Ideal for focussing students minds on the requirements for each question.
Use these name cards to identify the target grades of pupils by easy colour borders, add a literary figure to show the area of need or level of ability. Laminate the cards and use them to re-arrange seating plans before a lesson. Great for pairing pupils and ensuring gender mix in group work. Lots of creative uses.
A lesson for GCSE English Language enabling students to select information from Non fiction texts. Students are given a scaffolded answer to introduce them to writing about implicit meaning.
A revision session on transactional writing specifically designed for GCSE Edexcel but equally useful for other examination boards. This revises writing journals, articles and speeches. Plenty of scope for group work and peer assessment.