A full lesson detailing how to analyse persuasive writing. Ideal for English Language paper 1 Suitable for HA KS3 classes and KS4. An Ofsted Outstanding lesson (put into practise recently), with a lesson plan showing detailed differentiation. Edexcel English Language Specification (also attached) and grade boundaries from 3-6, which can be altered easily to accommodate HA or LA pupils. Objectives as below (fits some of AO2/AO4 criteria too). Objectives AO1: Grade 3: Identify a selection of persuasive language techniques. Grade 4: Make some comment on a persuasive language technique. Grade 5: Discuss the effect of a selection of persuasive language techniques. Grade 6: Discuss in detail the effect of a selection of persuasive language techniques on the reader and how this fits the purpose of the text. Visit my shop for more useful resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/PhilippaBrooks

A full lesson detailing how to analyse persuasive writing. Ideal for English Language paper 1 Suitable for HA KS3 classes and KS4. A recently observed Ofsted 'Outstanding' lesson, with a clear lesson plan showing detailed differentiation. Suitable for all exam boards but designed for Edexcel English Language Specification (also attached) and grade boundaries from 3-6, which can be altered easily to accommodate HA or LA pupils. Objectives as below (fits some of AO2/AO4 criteria too). Objectives AO1: Grade 3: Identify a selection of persuasive language techniques. Grade 4: Make some comment on a persuasive language technique. Grade 5: Discuss the effect of a selection of persuasive language techniques. Grade 6: Discuss in detail the effect of a selection of persuasive language techniques on the reader and how this fits the purpose of the text.

A series of 5 lessons focusing on improving pupils descriptive writing. Lesson 1 focuses on increasing pupils use of adjectives. Lesson 2-3 focus on increasing pupils use of sensory imagery. Lesson 4 focuses on figurative language. Lesson 5 focuses on using effective punctuation and sentence structures. All lessons vary tasks and activities to create fun, engaging and well-paced lessons. All lessons use the 1-9 criteria and focus on A05 and A06.

A fast paced and engaging full lesson providing GCSE 1-9 grades for pupils to self-assess their own work. The lesson begins with a recap of descriptive techniques with a worksheet which pupils can complete individually or in pairs. Pupils then assess exemplar pieces of writing according to the 1-9 framework. The main task pupils will produce their own piece of descriptive writing (describing a chocolate bar) using the example provided. The final task is a structured peer assessment task, where pupils provide feedback for their pairs.

A SOW including contextual information on: The Jim Crow Laws The North Pole Racial Tensions in America Lessons follow the VIPERS reading structure to develop reading skills in depth. An engaging series of tasks to follow a short but very engaging story.

Punctuation Worksheet Bundle with teacher’s answer sheets (KS3/ KS4 Literacy)

A bundle of 7 literacy activities. All have a PPT which contains a literacy game or links to an interactive activity. I use this as a weekly literacy activity for my form. However, this could be used for KS2/3 as general literacy starters. All activities focus on spelling and vocabulary. other bundles focus on reading skills, punctuation and writing techniques.