Autumn Haiku Poetry This 3-lesson mini-unit is designed to cover creative writing and poetry. It includes 3 lessons with activities for pupils of all abilities. The PowerPoint uses bright colour, large and attractive fonts, vibrant imagery and easy to follow, child-friendly language. The resource is fully editable so can be adapted and used for different seasons or themes. Content includes: Discussion - what is a haiku? Exploring and discussing haiku poetry - reading, listening to and talking about haiku poems Create a class haiku activity Individual, pair and group work opportunities Reflecting on learning through constructive criticism Writing an individual haiku about autumn Using colour photographs of autumn scenes as writing stimulus Drafting - how and why we redraft How to plan and structure a haiku Exemplar poems Writing assessment opportunity - write a simple haiku poem about autumn 3 accompanying worksheets

Using Paragraphs - Year 7/8 Using Paragraphs - Year 7/8 can be used to recap and consolidate existing knowledge about paragraphing. The resource explains what a paragraph is, why they are used and when we should use them. Learners look at example texts together and use the discussion prompts to assess understanding before teachers assign the appropriate level worksheet for each pupil. Bronze Activity: Sort the sentences into paragraphs according to the given subject. Silver Activity: Sort the sentences into paragraphs. Gold Activity: Sort the sentences into paragraphs. Do some research about this topic and write another paragraph of your own. ‘Using Paragraphs - Year 7/8’ is fully editable, giving teachers the opportunity to adapt the resource, if needed, to suit all their teaching requirements.

Brothers by Andrew Forster (GCSE Contemporary Poetry - Relationships). A 33 slide Powerpoint analysis of the poem Brothers by Andrew Forster and an accompanying 8 page worksheet booklet. A 33 slide Powerpoint analysis of Brothers and accompanying worksheets. English 2010 Teaching Resources: Brothers (Andrew Forster) includes: A brief biography of Andrew Forster. Analysis of the poem Ghazal and discussion of ideas and consolidation. Storyboarding the poem Brothers activity Structure & language - Discuss how Forster creates mood/tone and how he uses structure and imagery in Brothers Style and form - Analysis of Forster’s use of poetic devices in Brothers. Language - Exploration of word choices, using P.E.E to write about the poem. Themes of Brothers explored, consolidation of Forster’s meaning and purpose. Links - Where to find further information and analysis about Andrew Forster. 33 slide PowerPoint resource for analysis and teaching the poem Brothers by Andrew Forster. 8 Worksheets to accompany the Brothers (Andrew Forster) Powerpoint.

Spring Haiku Poetry - Year 5 and 6 This 3-lesson mini-unit is designed to cover creative writing and poetry. It includes activities for pupils of all abilities. The PowerPoint uses bright colour, large and attractive fonts, vibrant imagery and easy to follow, child-friendly language. The resource is fully editable so can be adapted and used for different seasons or themes. Content includes: Discussion - what is a haiku? Exploring and discussing haiku poetry - reading, listening to and talking about haiku poems Create a class haiku activity Individual, pair and group work opportunities Reflecting on learning through constructive criticism Writing an individual haiku about spring Using colour photographs of spring scenes as writing stimulus Drafting - how and why we redraft How to plan and structure a haiku Exemplar poems Writing assessment opportunity - write a simple haiku poem about spring 38 slide PowerPoint presentation and 2 worksheets

Silent Letters - Year 5 and 6 Upper KS2 English Teaching Resource In ‘Silent Letters - Year 5 and 6’ pupils develop their understanding and application of silent letters in both reading and writing as per the curriculum objective of the Year 5 and 6 English programme of study - Writing (transcription). This engaging and animated PowerPoint lesson includes: An introduction - what are silent letter words? A class activity - choose the correct spelling of a silent letter word A silent letter words sorting activity A link to further silent letter games and activities One further worksheet with answers As with all our PowerPoint teaching resources, ‘Silent Letters - Year 5 and 6’ is completely editable so that teachers can adapt, alter and revise it as much or as little as required.

At the border, 1979 includes a 41 slide PowerPoint presentation and 15 pages of worksheets. The resource covers a range of lesson ideas and activities ideal for teaching the poem at GCSE. CONTENTS: -A brief biography of Choman Hardi -The historical and social context of the poem -Consolidation of understanding and comprehension tasks -Hardi’s use of language -Structure and poetic techniques -The theme and message of At the border, 1979

KS4/GCSE English Teaching Resources: Macbeth and the Theme of Courage (12 slide PowerPoint presentation with 3 accompanying worksheets) This teaching resource opens with a thought-provoking quote from Julius Caesar about the theme of courage. Courage is then defined through a range of definitions which are in turn used to study an extract from the text. The resource is designed to help students consider Macbeth as courageous initially, then not so courageous in the central scenes, before looking at how he is presented in the final battle scene. Activities are ‘play based’ and include a Treasure Hunt and a relatable first impressions activity that securely acknowledges the need for SMSC in lessons. Differentiated worksheets and answers are included. This lesson concludes with an exam style question in order to allow students to demonstrate their understanding. This GCSE English resource is fun, engaging and is shaped appropriately in order to get ‘that light bulb moment’ all teachers love to hear!

'Drafting - How to Improve Writing' is a PowerPoint teaching resource with 3 accompanying worksheets designed to help teach pupils how to redraft effectively to improve writing. The resource can be tweaked, edited and differentiated to suit your teaching needs and is easy to update over time. 'Drafting - How to Improve Writing' is an excellent resource which can be used with pupils from a range of abilities: How to develop vocabulary Using synonyms effectively The key skills of redrafting and why it is important Exemplar materials - redrafted written work Consolidation check list

MAKE A MOTHER’S DAY CARD English Resources: Make a Mother’s Day Card. Resources include: 20 slide PowerPoint. Make a Mother’s Day Card includes a range of activities for younger pupils. The PowerPoint uses bright colour, large and attractive fonts, vibrant imagery and easy to follow language. The resource is fully editable so can be adapted and used for different events or themes. Make a Mother’s Day Card includes: Task and lesson objectives Exploring a range of greeting cards Discussion of purpose and audience The greeting card ‘rules’ How to make your card Reflecting on learning through constructive criticism The drafting process - how and why we redraft and accompanying worksheet

This AS/A Level English Literature teaching resource deals with the the character of Mrs Danvers. The resource contains numerous questions and talking points, designed to stimulate independent thinking for examination and to encourage critical thinking skills. It explores the AQA Assessment Objectives, using questions and prompts to engage the learner and facilitate quality answers.

This AS/A Level English Literature teaching resource deals with the the character of the Narrator. The resource contains numerous questions and talking points, designed to stimulate independent thinking for examination and to encourage critical thinking skills. It explores the AQA Assessment Objectives, using questions and prompts to engage the learner and facilitate quality answers.

An Inspector Calls - Comparing Goole and Birling (20-slide editable PowerPoint and 3 worksheets) This GCSE English teaching resource explores the characters of Inspector Goole and Arthur Birling. Learners analyse each character in detail then compare and contrast the two men. ‘An Inspector Calls - Comparing Inspector Goole and Mr Birling’ is made up of an editable 20-slide PowerPoint presentation and 3 accompanying worksheets.

Adjectives are Awesome English SPaG Teaching PowerPoint Resource with worksheets Adjectives are Awesome is a very handy animated PowerPoint teaching resource ideal for helping children develop their understanding of adjectives in both reading and writing. Content includes: Adjectives explanation Why use adjectives in our writing Activities to support the teaching of these objectives and 2 accompanying worksheets 2 further worksheets with answers English Teaching Resources: Adjectives are Awesome can be used as a starter activity, incorporated into an existing lesson or included in a scheme of work on wider reading and writing issues. ‘Adjectives are Awesome’ is fully editable so teachers are able to adapt the resource to meet the needs of each class they teach.

Roald Dahl Day Resource - Fantastic Mr Dahl Fantastic Mr Dahl (editable PowerPoint teaching resource) is a great little resource specifically made for Roald Dahl Day. The resource provides a range of fun activities and helps to develop a variety of key reading and writing skills. Fantastic Mr Dahl contains the following: A ready to teach 4-part lesson designed for Roald Dahl day Create a Roald Dahl mind map with explanations and an exemplar mind map A film about Roald Dahl by Michael Rosen A brief biography of Roald Dahl with comprehension questions Roald Dahl fact file task with guidelines and exemplar materials Links to other great Roald Dahl resources 2 accompanying worksheets

Rebecca - Maxim de Winter - PowerPoint based A Level teaching resource This AS/A Level English Literature teaching resource deals with the the character of the enigmatic Maxim de Winter. The resource contains numerous questions and talking points, designed to stimulate independent thinking for examination and to encourage critical thinking skills. It explores the AQA Assessment Objectives, using questions and prompts to engage the learner and facilitate quality answers.

AMAZING ADJECTIVES Amazing Adjectives is a very useful resource perfect for helping pupils develop their understanding and use of adjectives in both reading and writing. The PowerPoint presentation teaches children how to use adjectives to extend their vocabulary and improve the impact of their writing. English Teaching Resources: Amazing Adjectives includes a number of tasks for pupils of differing abilities. English Teaching Resources: Amazing Adjectives can be used as a starter activity, incorporated into an existing lesson or included in a unit of work on wider reading and writing skills.

An Inspector Calls - Themes (PowerPoint presentation and worksheets) This GCSE resource focuses on how Priestley explores themes of class and social responsibility in An Inspector Calls. It focuses on the final section of the play and how the characters react to events. To preview ‘An Inspector Calls - Themes’ in detail click on the images from the PowerPoint presentation.

An Inspector Calls - Context This GCSE English teaching resource explores the social, historical and cultural context of An Inspector Calls by J. B. Priestley. ‘An Inspector Calls - Context’ is made up of an editable 13-slide PowerPoint presentation and one accompanying worksheet.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time - Lesson 8 (21-slide editable PowerPoint teaching resource with 2 worksheets) This differentiated lesson covers Chapters 71 - 79 of ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time’. In the ‘Do Now’ activity, pupils complete a crossword based on the events of the novel so far. Pupils then read the chapters indicated and complete a range of differentiated tasks that test their understanding. The lesson concludes with a learning review that asks pupils to consider the main characters and provide evidence which could suggest that they may have killed Wellington. Suggested answers are provided for all tasks.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time - Lesson 10 (18-slide editable PowerPoint-based lesson with 2 worksheets) This lesson covers Chapters 101-107 of ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time’ the novel by Mark Haddon. The ‘Do Now’ starter activity is a true-or-false quiz that tests pupils’ recall of key ideas in the novel so far. Pupils then read the chapters indicated and complete a range of differentiated tasks that test their understanding. The lesson concludes with a brief learning review that asks pupils to complete a learning triangle in relation to the lesson. Suggested answers are provided for all tasks.