Billionaire Boy by David Walliams is a complete 13 lesson unit of work with a 120-slide editable PowerPoint presentation, a 29-page booklet of worksheets and a step by step unit overview. The resource contains a range of lessons, tasks and activities designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the plot, characters, language and themes of the novel. It can be used at either UKS2 or lower KS3 - depending on the ability of the class. Activities include: Analysis of the characters of Joe, Mr Spud, Bob and Lauren A variety of starter and plenary activities Discussion of key themes: bullying, family, friendship, wealth Developing inference and deduction skills Empathetic writing – Joe and Bob’s diary Speaking and Listening - Hotseating to develop character knowledge and understanding Studying David Walliams’s use of language, symbolism and structure Writing a book review for Billionaire Boy Studying and producing a newspaper article

Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation - Paper 2, Section A Edexcel GCSE English Language Paper 2 Section A is a 54-slide PowerPoint teaching resource with 10 accompanying worksheets designed to help students prepare for the Edexcel GCSE English Paper 2 exam – Section A. Edexcel GCSE English Language Paper 2 Section A includes: • An introduction to the Edexcel GCSE English Language exam. • An example exam paper with booklet and texts. • Example questions with prompts, and marks. • A step-by-step guide to answering each question on the exam paper. • Exploring the skills required to respond to each question successfully. • Developing awareness of language and structure. • Learning how to compare and contrast two non-fiction texts in the exam. • Understanding how responses are assessed by examiners. To preview Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation - Paper 2, Section A please click on the images. Not quite what you’re looking for? Click below to see more Edexcel GCSE English and English Literature resources: Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation - Paper 1, Section A Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation - Paper 1, Section B Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation - Paper 2, Section B Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation Bundle - Paper 1 Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation Bundle - Paper 2 Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam Preparation Bundle - Paper 1 and Paper 2 Edexcel GCSE English Literature Unseen Poetry

Edexcel GCSE English Reading Nonfiction Texts is a 94 slide PowerPoint presentation with 9 accompanying worksheets and 9 step by step lessons specifically designed to teach reading non-fiction texts in preparation for the Edexcel GCSE English Paper 2 exam - Non-fiction and Transactional Writing. The lessons contain a range of tasks, skills and activities, including: An Introduction to the Edexcel GCSE English (9-1) Paper 2 exam - Non-fiction and Transactional Writing. How do audience and purpose affect non-fiction texts? How to follow an argument in a non-fiction text. How are fact and opinion used in non-fiction texts? Analysis of common language techniques used in non-fiction. Developing awareness of how rhetorical techniques can affect And more…

English Teaching Resources: La Belle Dame sans Merci by John Keats (PowerPoint and worksheets) La Belle Dame sans Merci has been made for the Edexcel GCSE (9-1) English Literature Poetry Anthology and includes an assortment of teaching activities for students of a range of abilities. The resource covers: - An introduction to La Belle Dame sans Merci - Analysis of the poem - A copy of the text and consolidation activities - Exploring how Keats uses structure and form - Studying the use of imagery in the poem - How and why Keats uses poetic techniques - Language analysis - Key themes explored

Tissue - AQA GCSE Power and Conflict Poetry Anthology This two-lesson unit teaches students about Imtiaz Dharker’s ‘Tissue’ in detail. Designed for GCSE pupils studying AQA Power and Conflict poetry, this resource explores the poem in depth and explains how to compare it to other poems from the anthology. It is made up of a 51-slide editable PowerPoint presentation and 4 accompanying worksheets. The lessons contain the following: Lesson One Context - An introduction to Imtiaz Dharker and Tissue’s inspiration and context. First Reading - A reading of Tissue with comprehension / consolidation questions - answers included. Language and imagery - Analysing Tissue in detail. Exploring language and answering questions that delve deeper. Model answers provided. Essay Writing - An essay question to assess students’ initial understanding of the poem. An example response is included. Lesson Two Imagery - Analysing Dharker’s use of imagery. Themes - Discussing Tissue’s themes. Structure and Form - Considering how Dharker uses form, structure, rhythm and rhyme. The GCSE exam - Comparing Tissue with Ozymandias and explaining how to write a comparison essay in the exam. This is a comprehensive resource containing a range of activities, however it can also be edited, personalised and differentiated to suit your teaching needs. To preview ‘Tissue’ by Imtiaz Dharker in detail, please click on the images. Click below to see more AQA GCSE Anthology Power and Conflict Poetry resources: Ozymandias London The Prelude - Stealing the Boat My Last Duchess The Charge of the Light Brigade Exposure Storm on the Island War Photographer Bayonet Charge Remains Checking Out Me History Poppies The Emigree Kamikaze AQA GCSE Anthology Poetry Power and Conflict Pack

The Prelude: Stealing the Boat This two-lesson mini-unit covers Wordsworth’s ‘Stealing the Boat’ in detail. Designed for GCSE pupils studying AQA Power and Conflict poetry, this resource explores the poem in depth and explains how to compare it to other poems from the anthology. The resource is made up of a 66-slide editable PowerPoint presentation and 6 accompanying worksheets. The lessons contain the following: Lesson One Context – A brief outline of William Wordsworth, Romanticism and the social and historical context of the late 1700s. First Reading – A reading of ‘The Prelude: Stealing the Boat’ with glossary and comprehension / consolidation questions - answers included. Language and imagery – Analysing ‘Stealing the Boat’ in detail. Exploring language and answering questions that delve deeper. Model answers provided. Essay Writing – An essay question to assess students’ initial understanding of the poem. An example response is included. Lesson Two Imagery - Analysing Wordsworth’s use of imagery and poetic techniques in the poem. Themes – Exploring the themes of ‘The Prelude: Stealing the Boat’ – the power of nature, fear, personal growth and the connection between humans and the natural world Structure and Form – How Wordsworth uses form, structure, rhythm and rhyme. The GCSE Exam – Comparing ‘The Prelude: Stealing the Boat’ with ‘Ozymandias’ and explaining how to write an effective extended answer. This is a comprehensive resource containing a range of activities, however it can also be edited, personalised and differentiated to suit your teaching needs. To preview our ‘The Prelude: Stealing the Boat’ teaching resource, please click on the images. Click below to see more AQA GCSE Anthology Power and Conflict Poetry resources: Ozymandias London My Last Duchess The Charge of the Light Brigade Exposure Storm on the Island War Photographer Bayonet Charge Remains Checking Out Me History Poppies Tissue The Emigree Kamikaze AQA GCSE Anthology Poetry Power and Conflict Pack

Romeo and Juliet - Tybalt and Mercutio (PowerPoint and worksheets) This Romeo and Juliet teaching resource is designed to help students develop their knowledge and understanding of the characters Tybalt and Mercutio. The lesson requires pupils to analyse both characters closely, pulling out quotations (dialogue and stage directions). They need to explain each quotation in detail and compare and contrast Tybalt and Mercutio. The lesson’s main task is to write a paragraph which compares and contrasts Tybalt and Mercutio. To provide differentiation there is a comparative words and phrases word bank and sentence starters for students who need additional help. ‘Romeo and Juliet - Tybalt and Mercutio’ has been designed with GCSE students in mind but it can easily be adapted for KS3 as all the PowerPoint slides are editable. Not quite what you’re looking for? Click below for more Romeo and Juliet resources: Romeo and Juliet - The Prologue Romeo and Juliet - Act 1 Romeo and Juliet - Act 1 Scene 5 Romeo and Juliet - The Prince’s Speech Romeo and Juliet – Women in Elizabethan England Romeo and Juliet - Act 2 Romeo and Juliet - The Balcony Scene Romeo and Juliet - Friar Lawrence Romeo and Juliet - Act 3 Romeo and Juliet – Act 3, Scene 1 Romeo and Juliet - Act 4 Romeo and Juliet - Act 5 Romeo and Juliet - The Deaths of Romeo and Juliet Romeo and Juliet - GCSE Unit of Work Romeo and Juliet - AQA GCSE English Literature Exam Preparation Romeo and Juliet - KS2 Unit of Work Romeo and Juliet - House of Games

One Word Story Starter Activity In this resource the class create an oral story. Each person is only allowed one word at a time so they have to think fast and adapt their ideas as they go. A fun activity which can be used to help students focus on language and word choice. ‘One Word Story Starter Activity’ is ideal for KS2 and KS3 students but it can be enjoyed by all ages and abilities. It is easily edited to fit into whatever specific topic is being taught and includes an editable timer.

Back to School Icebreaker Activities ‘Icebreaker Activities’ is an editable PowerPoint teaching resource (with 2 worksheets) which is perfect for starting the school year with a group of pupils that are new to yourself and/or each other. The resource can be used from KS2 to KS4 and includes three cool (see what we did there?!) icebreaker activities: Desert Island, Would I Lie to You? And Whodunnit? Perfect for the back to school period.

Guess Who? - Starter or Plenary Activity FREE English Teaching Resource ‘Guess Who Starter Activity’ is a fun starter or plenary activity which provides an engaging start or end to any lesson. It is perfect for testing students’ knowledge and understanding in an enjoyable and dynamic way. It works with a wide range of abilities and although it has been made for KS2/3 pupils, it can be enjoyed by students of all ages. ‘Guess Who?’ can also be quickly and easily edited to fit into whatever topic is being taught.

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

Beginning Sounds - s, a, t, p ‘Beginning Sounds - s, a, t, p’ is an EYFS phonics PowerPoint activity and accompanying worksheet that can be used to check understanding at the end of a lesson or as a recap activity at the beginning of a lesson. In this cute animated activity, children are asked to find the letter that corresponds to the beginning sound of the word illustrated on each slide. ‘Beginning Sounds - s, a, t, p’ can be edited so teachers are able to adapt the resource to meet all their teaching needs.

Middle and End Sounds - ck, ff, ll, ss ‘Middle and End Sounds - ck, ff, ll, ss’ is an EYFS phonics PowerPoint activity and accompanying worksheet that can be used to check understanding at the end of a lesson or as a recap activity at the beginning of a lesson. In this cute animated activity, children are asked to find the digraph that corresponds to the middle or end sound of the word illustrated on each slide. ‘Middle and End Sounds - ck, ff, ll, ss’ can be edited so teachers are able to adapt the resource to meet all their teaching needs.

Beginning Sounds - i, n, m, d ‘Beginning Sounds - i, n, m, d’ is an EYFS phonics PowerPoint activity and accompanying worksheet that can be used to check understanding at the end of a lesson or as a recap activity at the beginning of a lesson. In this cute animated activity, children are asked to find the letter that corresponds to the beginning sound of the word illustrated on each slide. ‘Beginning Sounds - i, n, m, d’ can be edited so teachers are able to adapt the resource to meet all their teaching needs.

Beginning Sounds - g, o, c, k ‘Beginning Sounds - g, o, c, k’ is an EYFS phonics PowerPoint activity and accompanying worksheet that can be used to check understanding at the end of a lesson or as a recap activity at the beginning of a lesson. In this cute animated activity, children are asked to find the letter that corresponds to the beginning sound of the word illustrated on each slide. ‘Beginning Sounds - g, o, c, k’ can be edited so teachers are able to adapt the resource to meet all their teaching needs.

EDUQAS 9-1 GCSE English - Excerpt from ‘The Prelude’ by William Wordsworth (40-slide PowerPoint and 4 accompanying worksheets) Excerpt from ‘The Prelude’ by William Wordsworth is a 9-1 GCSE English teaching resource for the poem ‘Excerpt from The Prelude’ by William Wordsworth - as featured in the WJEC Eduqas GCSE 9-1 Poetry Anthology. The resource includes a range of activities which explore the poem and cover the its language, tone, structure, form, style, poetic devices and themes in depth. 9-1 GCSE English Teaching Resources: Excerpt from The Prelude (William Wordsworth) contents include: An introduction to Wordsworth Consolidation activities Analysing language and imagery Examining the poem’s form, structure and poetic devices Using P.E.T.E.R. to write about ‘Excerpt from ‘The Prelude’’ Wordsworth’s ‘message’ and the poem’s key themes and ideas

The 'ff' Sound - EYFS The ‘ff’ Sound is an EYFS phonics teaching resource introducing children to the digraph ‘ff’. Content includes: 1. A ‘ff’ digraph explanation 2. A link to a ‘ff’ sound introductory video 3. A ‘ff’ sound activity with an accompanying worksheet 4. One further differentiated worksheet with answers 5. 12 flashcards which can also be used for a word matching game ‘The ‘ff’ Sound - EYFS’ is fully editable so that teachers can adapt the resource to suit the needs of each class they teach.

A Wife in London (PowerPoint and worksheets) ‘A Wife in London’ is a GCSE English teaching resource for the Thomas Hardy poem - as featured in the WJEC Eduqas GCSE 9-1 Poetry Anthology. The resource includes a range of activities which explore in detail the poem’s context, language, tone, form, style, theme and structure. The resource is aimed at teachers of GCSE students preparing for the WJEC Eduqas 9-1 GCSE English examinations. GCSE (9-1) English Teaching Resources: A Wife in London includes: An introduction to Thomas Hardy and the context of the poem Consolidation and understanding tasks Exploring Hardy’s use of language and imagery Analysing the poem’s form and structure and Hardy’s use of poetic techniques Modelling how to use P.E.T.E.R. to write about ‘A Wife in London’ The key themes of ‘A Wife in London’

Afternoons by Philip Larkin (42-slide PowerPoint and 4 worksheets) ‘Afternoons’ is a GCSE English teaching resource for the poem ‘Afternoons’ by Philip Larkin - as featured in the WJEC Eduqas GCSE 9-1 Poetry Anthology. The resource includes a range of activities which explore the poem’s context, language, tone, form, style, theme and structure in detail. The resource is aimed at teachers of GCSE students preparing for the WJEC Eduqas GCSE 9-1 English examinations. Afternoons by Philip Larkin contents include: A short introduction to Larkin and the poem’s context (1950s/60s gender roles, social housing) Comprehension tasks Analysing the use of language and imagery in Afternoons Examining the poem’s form, structure and Larkin’s use of poetic techniques Modelling how to use P.E.T.E.R. to write analytically about ‘Afternoons’ Philip Larkin’s ‘message’ and the poem’s key themes