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I am an experienced English teacher of both Literature and Language, and also Classical Studies at High School level. You will find text-based resources for novels, poetry, plays and film study in my shop for Years 7 - 13. The resources are generic to the text so are suitable for any curriculum. I am also a passionate believer in effective literacy learning hence the emphasis on phonics resources in my shop.

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I am an experienced English teacher of both Literature and Language, and also Classical Studies at High School level. You will find text-based resources for novels, poetry, plays and film study in my shop for Years 7 - 13. The resources are generic to the text so are suitable for any curriculum. I am also a passionate believer in effective literacy learning hence the emphasis on phonics resources in my shop.
Alexander the Great: event timeline activity
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Alexander the Great: event timeline activity

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16 cards noting the significant events that took place during a specific year of Alexander’s life. A separate document contains the relevant year flashcards. Students need to match the events to the year they took place. An excellent revision game for the 33 years of Alexander’s life and exploits.
Where in New Zealand?
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Where in New Zealand?

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16 cards with iconic NZ landmarks / places. 16 cards displaying the regions of NZ. All cards have a reverse card design. A3 poster map of NZ included, showing the different regions. Students are to match the regions and landmarks on the NZ map.
Parts of speech revision game
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Parts of speech revision game

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32 bright, colourful flashcards each depicting a word. Students have to say or write that word depending on the word class listed at the bottom of the card. (Verb, adjective, proper noun, abstract noun, noun. ) This is an excellent revision game for students to distinguish between word classes. Reverse side of the cards is included as an option should you wish to print and laminate them for a group activity : )
Alexander the Great: Child of Divinity Classroom Posters
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Alexander the Great: Child of Divinity Classroom Posters

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Four A3 size posters depicting elements from Alexander’s life that were used to promote the idea of Divine status. Ideal for classroom display. Proskynesis has been omitted. This resource allows students to create a similar poster showing their understanding of the when / how / effect of Alexander adopting proskynesis as he built his Empire.
Structure in Chapter 9, The Odyssey
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Structure in Chapter 9, The Odyssey

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A 3 page word document with small extracts from Chapter 9 and comprehension questions asking students to note the effects of Odysseus’ adventures in this chapter. Particular focus on how Homer is developing the character of Odysseus by comparing the attack on the city of the Cicones and the encounter with Polyphemus. Students are asked to look at these events in relation to Homeric Heroism.
Creating a leaflet: Student Handout
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Creating a leaflet: Student Handout

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4 page handout for students instructing them on designing a persuasive leaflet using specific language / techniques. The handout presumes the students are familiar with the persuasive and rhetorical devices used in advertising. This resource has been designed as an activity for students to show their understanding of these techniques. An example of a commentary is included that shows the students how to explain one layout feature and one persuasive or rhetorical feature and it’s intended effect on the audience.
Present Continuous Tense Flashcards
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Present Continuous Tense Flashcards

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21 flashcards displaying a verb at the top of the card. Students are to complete the sentence by replacing the ellipsis with the correct continuous tense verb. E.g. lurks becomes ‘is lurking’ A good exercise for expanding vocabulary as well as reinforcing present continuous tense rules.
CVC Spelling Activity
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CVC Spelling Activity

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60 sheets (120 altogether) of CVC words. The vowels are in place, students have to fill in the consonant letters either side. Each vowel set is colour co-ordinated.
Homophones / Confusing words Activity
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Homophones / Confusing words Activity

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8 worksheets (PDF file) focusing on the classic confusing words / homophones. Answers included. Students have to match the words contained in the word bank at the top of the page into the boxes below.
Postcard Game: Where am I?
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Postcard Game: Where am I?

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18 pages in this PDF file. Used as a fun general knowledge of the world activity. Students read the postcard messages and based on the clues, match the written side of the postcard to the picture postcards. 7 written postcards, 7 picture postcards. 3 additional templates. One blank for students to design their own picture postcard; one with a written scaffold to help students write their own postcard ‘letter’ and one without written instructions but still has the lines in place for students to write on. This is a fun activity to introduce students to informal letter writing skills.
Gods, Heroes and Monsters: Who's Who?
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Gods, Heroes and Monsters: Who's Who?

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6 worksheets in this PDF file. Students have to match the picture to the short description given. Sheet 2: additional Greek god match up Sheet 3: Monster / creature match up Sheet 4: Women of the Greek myths Sheets 5: Match the monster to the conquering hero Sheet 6: Roman gods. Exactly the same as the Greek one except names have been interchanged. Ideal research or revision task for students who are studying the Greek myths and legends.
Poetry Comprehension Activity: Mr. Swash
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Poetry Comprehension Activity: Mr. Swash

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This resource is ideal if you are wanting your students to focus on language techniques or devices in poetry. John Parker’s Mr. Swash poem is easily accessible for younger students with obvious language techniques, particularly onomatopoeia, alliteration and repetition. The second page is designed to be an extension task for students as it asks them to explain structural techniques. Answers included.
Beginning Blends Spelling Skills
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Beginning Blends Spelling Skills

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8 worksheets on beginning blends by breaking down 4 letter words into sounds. This pack is designed to help students with their spelling skills. Students have to underline the correct letter that spells the item in the picture. Students then write the complete word at the end of the line. This is an excellent resource to help students with dyslexia.
Studying a Text Discussion Questions
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Studying a Text Discussion Questions

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31 questions designed to help students create a response to texts. Can be used as group discussion prompts or as sentence starters for a written response. I have colour-coded the cards into the following areas: Understanding the Text Perspectives Personal Opinion A different perspective Evaluating the Text Beyond the Text
Creative Writing: Describing Action
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Creative Writing: Describing Action

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A simple creative writing task that asks the students to focus on describing an action scene or situation. Bullet points help students understand what to include in their writing, whilst reminding them that a huge back story is not required for this specific task. Image prompt included.
Ending Blends Spelling Skills
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Ending Blends Spelling Skills

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13 worksheets designed to develop spelling skills. This resource complements the beginning blends worksheet pack also available. Students have to underline the correct letter in each box in order to spell the word, then write it in full on the line at the end. This is an excellent resource to help students with dyslexia.
Colons and Semi-colons
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Colons and Semi-colons

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5 sheets (4 cards to a sheet) of statements that are in need of a semi-colon. 5 sheets (4 cards to a sheet) of statements that are in need of a colon. This resource is ideal as a lesson starter / revision exercise to reinforce teaching on colon and semi-colon rules. Answers included.
Colour in Parts of Speech
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Colour in Parts of Speech

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20 worksheet pack that is designed to be an engaging activity for students whilst reinforcing word class / parts of speech knowledge. Worksheets include: Prepositions Collective nouns Possessive nouns Pronouns Abstract nouns Concrete nouns Co-ordinating conjunctions Sub-ordinating conjunctions Auxiliary verbs Interjections