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.

Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde: The Ultimate GCSE Guide Struggling with the complexity of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde? This specially abridged version has been designed for secondary students who find the original text challenging. Perfect for GCSE English Literature, this guide makes the classic novel accessible while helping students meet their assessment objectives. What’s inside? • The complete story, simplified to ensure every student can understand and engage with the text. • Over 50 pages of targeted exercises covering all four GCSE English Literature Assessment Objectives (AOs). • Clear explanations of the novel’s content and themes. • In-depth discussions to enhance understanding and critical thinking. • A sample GCSE exam question with a model answer to boost exam confidence. After working through this guide, students will approach the original text with confidence and a deeper understanding of Stevenson’s timeless story. Free sample chapters are available to download: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13165151 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13165186

This resource has been used in many classes and has enabled both E.A.L (English an Additional Language) and SEN students understand key features of figurative language. These are so important and are introduced and explained in a clear way. The resource is differentiated so that difficult concepts i.e. metaphors are introduced in a simple way. This resource is very easy to follow and has a useful self evaluation sheet at the end. I would be grateful if you could please leave a comment.

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.

An Inspector Calls by J B Priestley The important context or background of the play is discussed in this lesson. Context or the background means: The time and place when the text was written. (An Inspector Calls was written in 1945) The writer’s personal experiences. (What we know about J B Priestley & why he wrote the play?) The time and place in the text. (An Inspector Calls is set in 1912 in the North Midlands)

A popular Aesop fable that has been effectively differentiated so that the students’ will be able to read the story and confidently answer the different type of exercises in this worksheet.

‘The Necklace’ by Guy de Maupassant: An abridged version. Part of my Back to Basics series, this resource simplifies the 19th-century French classic The Necklace to make it accessible and engaging for students. While the original version can be challenging, this meticulously abridged version retains the essence of the story, allowing students to fully understand and appreciate its literary significance. What’s included in this mini-unit of work: • A carefully abridged version of The Necklace that is student-friendly • Extracts from the original text to introduce Maupassant’s style and language • Engaging exercises to consolidate understanding • A complete set of answers to save teachers time Once students grasp the story, they can explore its deeper themes and significance, making learning meaningful and rewarding. This resource ensures The Necklace becomes one of the best short stories for your class to study.

The Monkey’s Paw by W. W. Jacobs: An Abridged Version Part of the Back to Basics series, this resource simplifies the classic 20th-century short story The Monkey’s Paw, making it more accessible and engaging for students. While the original version may be challenging, this carefully abridged edition retains the essence of the story, ensuring students can fully understand and appreciate its literary significance. What’s included in this mini-unit of work: • A student-friendly, carefully abridged version of The Monkey’s Paw • Extracts from the original text to introduce Jacobs’ style and language • Engaging exercises to consolidate understanding • Designed using Bloom’s Taxonomy to guide students through a progression from basic to complex learning, promoting deeper understanding and critical thinking • A complete set of answers to save teachers valuable time Once students grasp the story, they will be ready to explore its deeper themes and significance, making learning both meaningful and rewarding. This resource ensures The Monkey’s Paw becomes one of the most impactful short stories for your class to study.

This definitive study guide of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory a complete unit of work designed to enhance understanding and develop literary skills in all students. This resource includes: • Chapter-by-chapter exercises (30 in total) to enhance comprehension and develop analytical thinking. • 83 pages of engaging activities tailored for student engagement • A detailed answer booklet is included. Plus • Clear explanations of the novel’s key themes • In-depth character analyses • Insights into the historical context of the story • Discussion of Dahl’s literary style • Fascinating facts to spark engaging class discussions This study guide ensures every aspect of the novel is covered, with a variety of activities to suit all learners. Preview several chapters (with answers included) to see the quality and practicality of this resource in action. Chapter 1: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774712 Chapter’s 9 &10 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774714 Chapter 13 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774715 Chapter 19 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13146970 Chapter 24 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774716 I would be grateful if you would please leave a comment.

Transform Your Teaching of Holes by Louis Sachar with this comprehensive study guide. This complete unit of work is perfect for teachers looking to engage students with Sachar’s much-loved novel. It includes: • Chapter-by-chapter exercises (50 in total) to enhance comprehension and literary skills • 99 pages of engaging activities tailored for student engagement • A detailed answer booklet to save you time Plus: • Clear explanations of the novel’s key themes • In-depth character analyses • Insights into the historical context of the story • Discussion of Sachar’s literary style • Fascinating facts to spark engaging class discussions This study guide ensures every aspect of the novel is covered, with a variety of activities to suit all learners. Preview several chapters (with answers included) to see the quality and practicality of this resource in action. Chapter 1: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-1311818 Chapter 9: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13123481 Chapter 18: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13146970 Chapter 23: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13155876 Chapter 32: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13162087

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.

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.

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.

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.

Russia 1900 – 1924 is a text that can be used at both: • KS3 & • GCSE/iGCSE History IB History Russia 1900 – 1924 covers all the key themes and ideas of this dramatic epoch in Russian history. Students are introduced to complex historical concepts in a clear and interesting way. Russia 1900 – 1924 brings to life the dramatic changes that the country witnessed in the first quarter of the twentieth century. Using original documentation the text helps the student develop the necessary skills of historical interpretation and analysis. Russia 1900 – 1924 also enables the student understand and explain historical sources, using language that is appropriate for GCSE. Russia 1900 – 1924 charts the long, short and immediate factors that are crucial when answering GCSE questions in exams. Russia 1900 – 1924 contains 126 pages and is a complete unit of work.

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.

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.

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.

A complete resource has been created for students working towards Level 4 GCSE Literature. 170 pages This resource includes: The context of the play explained A summary of the play A timeline Character analysis of: Arthur Birling Sybil Birling Eric Birling Sheila Birling Gerald Croft Inspector Goole Eva Smith The main themes of the play are analysed: Responsibility (Both individual & collective or social) Gender Age Class The use of dramatic irony is analysed The genre of the play is also covered. Is An Inspector Calls a legal play a mystery play or a moral play A GCSE exam question at the end of each unit (13 in total)

Designed for IB Language B but also can be used for GCSE & IGCSE English Language