IGCSE English as a Second Language Exercise 6 Formal Response (Article, Review or Report) Singlish: Broken English or Standard Singaporean English? As well as activating an interesting discussion this resource focuses on the report writing skills required for Exercise 6.

Colloquial language simply and clearly explained

IGCSE English as a Second Language Exercise 4 Summary Singlish: Broken English or Standard Singaporean English? As well as activating an interesting discussion this resource focuses on the summary writing skills required for Exercise 4.

IGCSE English as a Second Language Exercise 5 Informal Response Singlish: Broken English or Standard Singaporean English? As well as activating an interesting discussion this resource focuses on the informal email writing skills required for Exercise 5.

IGCSE English as a Second Language Exercise 1 Singlish: Broken English or Standard Singaporean English? As well as activating an interesting discussion this resource focuses on the skills required for Exercise 1.

A fun way to begin or end a lesson. This is designed to get the students focussed.

The idiom simply and clearly explained

As well as activating an interesting discussion this resource focuses on the skills required for the Reading Paper.

This is a crucial chapter in the novel, Holes because it compares Camp Green Lake with what it once looked like and is entirely different to how it is presented in the opening paragraph. Comprehension questions related to Chapter 23 with answers. Formatted so the students can either write the answers on the line below the question or in their exercise books. Additional essential information that is relevant to the novel is included. This question vary in complexity but are designed to include the entire academic spectrum. Students can develop skimming and scanning skills when locating the answer. I would be grateful if you could please leave a comment.

This assessment has been designed uniquely for students who arrive in the UK during KS3. This simple and effective Reading & Writing test will quickly decipher the language levels of the student and whether or not they require academic intervention and/or language support. At present, students who arrive in the UK tend to be tested/assessed with material that has not been designed for this target group.‘Assessing EAL students who arrive during KS3’ contains a clear marking rubric and can be administered as soon as the student starts school. EAL students are usually among the most academically bright students but this can be overlooked if the appropriate assessment is not administered.

This assessment has been designed uniquely for students who arrive in the UK during KS4. This simple and effective Reading & Writing test will quickly decipher the language levels of the student and whether or not they require academic intervention and/or language support. At present, students who arrive in the UK tend to be tested/assessed with material that has not been designed for this target group. ‘Assessing EAL students who arrive during KS4’ contains a clear marking rubric and can be administered as soon as the student starts school. EAL students are usually among the most academically bright students but this can be overlooked if the appropriate assessment is not administered.

The 19th century classic short story ‘The Necklace’ by Guy De Maupassant is a great piece of French literature. However, the original version is very complex and I have produced and modified version that is ideally suited to teach students. Once understood, ‘The Necklace’ is probably one of the best short stories to read and study. ‘The Necklace’ by Guy De Maupassant: An abridged version is a part of my Back To Basics series which is aimed to make complex texts accessible to students. Once students fully understand the text, they can, therefore, fully appreciate it’s literary significance. This makes learning meaningful and rewarding. ‘The Necklace’ has been effectively and meticulously abridged. The original story can be now genuinely understood and appreciated by students. The exercises are engaging and answers are also provided. Included are extracts from the original text and this allows the students to gain an insight into Guy De Maupassant’s style and language. This resource is a mini unit of work.

This simplified and abridged version of ‘Romeo & Juliet’ is guaranteed to enable students understand the play, who would ordinarily struggle with the original text. This is a complete unit of work and the students will understand: • The leading characters how they change • The sequence of events that occur in the play and • Original and important quotes clearly explained 23 pages of text 30 pages of exercises 5 pages of important information This is a perfectly differentiated text that ensures that all (i.e. EAL/SEND and low ability) students’ are fully included in the learning process. The extended writing tasks at the end of each unit can be used as an assessment piece.

This simplified and abridged version of Harper Lee’s classic ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ is guaranteed to enable students understand the text. It is an excellent starting point for students who would otherwise struggle with the original text. This has been used in schools for many years. This is a complete unit of work and the students will understand: • The important themes of racism and injustice the novel • The significant historical context of the novel This is a perfectly differentiated text that ensures all (i.e. EAL/SEN and low ability) students are fully included in the learning process. The extended writing tasks at the end of each unit can be used as an assessment piece.

This simplified and abridged version of George Orwell's classic 'Animal Farm’ is guaranteed to enable students understand the text. It is an excellent starting point for students who would otherwise struggle with the original text. This has been used in schools for many years. This is a complete unit of work and the students will understand: • The important themes of the novel • The significant historical context of the novel This is a perfectly differentiated text that ensures that all (i.e. EAL/SEND and low ability) students’ are fully included in the learning process. The extended writing tasks at the end of each unit can be used as an assessment piece.

Learning English (Workbook 1) directly addresses the unique academic needs facing students who arrive in the UK with little or no English. Beginning with first principles, Learning English: Workbook 1 ensures that the student will develop an effective understanding of English. The tremendous advantage of this resource is that the student will immediately become fully included in the learning process. At the end of each unit, the student can record the progress they have made by completing the user friendly self-assessment sheet. Learning English: Workbook 1 is a student-centred resource which enables the student to be actively engaged in developing skills that are required in an academic environment. The teacher can witness and monitor the steady progress the EAL student is making towards becoming an independent learner. Learning English: Workbook 1 allows the teacher the flexibility to select appropriate topics. Learning English: Workbook 1 can, also, be used as an excellent Induction programme. When it is necessary and appropriate to withdraw students from mainstream classes, this is a systematic self-contained resource that enhances language development and activates confidence in the student. Learning English: Workbook 1 contains over 80 pages of exercises.

The original text of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is extremely difficult for virtually all GCSE students who are studying this text for GCSE Literature. This abridged version has been written exclusively for secondary students who would struggle with the original text. Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde: The Ultimate GCSE Guide: the entire text abridged to make it understandable to all students. 50 plus pages of exercises that enable the students to cover the 4 Assessment Objectives (AO) for English Literature GCSE The content of the novel is clearly explained The themes of the novel are discussed A standard GCSE exam question is also given as an exemplar After reading ‘Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde: An abridged version…’ students will be able to read the original text with confidence.

This simplified and abridged version of Arthur Miller’s classic ‘A View from the Bridge’ is guaranteed to enable students understand the text. It is an excellent starting point for students who would otherwise struggle with the original text. This has been used in schools for many years. This is a complete unit of work and the students will understand: The main characters, themes & setting of the play. The important theme of ‘The American Dream’ and the concept of respect in the Italian community during the 1950s. 83 pages. 49 of the abridged text and 34 of exercises This is a perfectly differentiated text that ensures that all (i.e. EAL/SEND and low ability) students’ are fully included in the learning process.

Learning English (Workbook 2) directly addresses the unique academic needs facing students who arrive in the UK with little or no English. Beginning with first principles and slowly advancing to high order thinking skills, Learning English (Workbook 2) ensures that the student will develop an effective understanding of English. The tremendous advantage of this resource is that the student will immediately become fully included in the learning process. At the end of each unit, the student can record the progress they have made by completing the user friendly self-assessment sheet. Learning English (Workbook 2) is a student-centred resource which enables the student to be actively engaged in developing skills that are required in an academic environment. The teacher can witness and monitor the steady progress the EAL student is making towards becoming an independent learner. Learning English (Workbook 2) allows the teacher the flexibility to select appropriate topics. Learning English (Workbook 2) can, also, be used as an excellent Induction programme. When it is necessary and appropriate to withdraw students from mainstream classes, this is a systematic self-contained resource that enhances language development and activates confidence in the student. Learning English Workbook 2 contains over 80 pages of excercises.

Learning English (Workbook 3) directly addresses the unique academic needs facing students who arrive in the UK with little or no English. After completing Learning English (Workbook 3) students should be able to cope in mainstream classes. This workbook ensures that the student will develop an effective understanding of English. The tremendous advantage of this resource is that the student will immediately become fully included in the learning process. At the end of each unit, the student can record the progress they have made by completing the user friendly self-assessment sheet. Learning English (Workbook 3) is a student-centred resource which enables the student to be actively engaged in developing skills that are required in an academic environment. The teacher can witness and monitor the steady progress the EAL student is making towards becoming an independent learner. Learning English (Workbook 3) allows the teacher the flexibility to select appropriate topics. Learning English (Workbook 3) can, also, be used as an excellent Induction programme. When it is necessary and appropriate to withdraw students from mainstream classes, this is a systematic self-contained resource that enhances language development and activates confidence in the student. Learning English Workbook 3 contains over 80 pages of excercises.