This series of 4 powerpoints and a scaffold introduces the skills needed to be successful in IB Language and Literature Paper 1. These resources are tailored to SL students but have relevance to HL students. The new version takes into account changes to the curriculum relevant from 2021 including the changes to the rubric and updated timings. Students complete a “slow paper 1” as they gain confidence and familiarity with the paper, unpacking each of the key skills so they are clear on the expectations of the examination. These resources work well in conjunction with the specimen paper available on the IB dashboard, this specimen paper is open source, a link has been provided to access it, of course another paper could be substituted to structure this introduction around at the discretion of the class teacher. Polished graphics and design for a seamless introduction making use of dual coding.

Literary device tube map based on the Hong Kong train network (the MTR). Students can use a revision resource or reference material. High impact in classrooms and loved by students. Can be printed A4 or A3 size.

This resource is a fantastic source of guidance for students and teachers in preparation for the iGCSE World Literature Examination or any essay based task related to the text “A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen. Included are 11 example essays which respond to different questions such as: How far does Ibsen’s portrayal of Nora make you admire her? What striking impressions of Nora does Ibsen’s writing create for you? In what does Ibsen make the final scene such a satisfying ending to the play? Responses include analysis of the language of the text and are presented as a printable booklet to distribute to students. The booklet includes some tips on how to make the most of the essays as well as some guidance on remaining academically honest when referring to these essays.

This resource is for educators delivering the IBDP Language and Literature Course for SL students. The pack includes: Paper 1 Knowledge Organsier printable - can be printed for students to test themselves and revise from. Structure strips printable - to be stapled or glued to the margin of a page to guide students in the structure of their response. A scaffolding sheet printable - can be used to plan Paper 1 responses and includes an example introduction. This resource has been developed to target the areas students find consistently challenging in the course and acts as a great starting point for exam preparation and/or revision.

A printable PDF of key quotes from Our Country’s Good paired with analysis colour coded by scene and grouped by theme and character. Over 70 quotes with analysis. A great resource for a closed book examination for IB Language/Literature, GCSE or A Level.

This resource includes 5 revision tasks focused on the text “A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen. Suggested Use: Students self identify their area of need (analysing quotes, finding evidence, structuring their essay etc) and choose the task which focuses on that individual discrete skill. Students can then work through the other activities from most needed to least needed. Teachers could also identify the area of most need for the student. I usually arrange them on a table and refer to it as “The Revision Buffet”. Students can help themselves to the tasks at their leisure creating inherent differentiation and personalised learning. All resources are ready to print and fully adaptable to other texts. This is a great lesson for catering to a wide range of differentiated abilities.

This revision clock is perfect for last minute exam preparation for Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House”. Comes in PDF and publisher format meaning it can be adapted for any text or topic. How to use In a 60 minute lesson, students follow the minute hand of the clock to spend 5 minutes on each activity. The ensures they remain engaged for a full hour and allows them to focus on a variety of areas. Alternatively, you could give them the challenge of completing 5/10 minutes of revision a day for a week/two weeks, or use as 5 minute lesson starters.

A knowledge organiser which focuses on context of production and reception, especially appropriate for IB language and literature paper 2. Section 1: Plot summary by act Section 2: Context of Production Section 3: Context of Reception Section 4: Themes Section 5: Space for students to make note of key quotations with analysis

This knowledge organiser serves as a revision resource for the play Our Country’s Good by Timberlake Wertenbaker. Section 1: provide information relating to the context of production and context of reception. Section 2: Themes organised in groups for easy relation to the exam question. Section 3: Key quotes, especially relevant in a closed book exam such as IB Language and Literature. (This section provides quotes with analysis, followed by some quotes with space for students to add their own analysis, followed by space for students to select their own quotations.) The quotes are colour coded by theme. With a focus on context, this resource works especially well for IB Language and Literature courses.

IB Language and Literature support pack for SL, could be adapted easily for HL too (number of texts for HL is 3 not 2). Includes a support PowerPoint which introduces how to answer the question in terms of structure. Ideally the teacher will model a live answer as they go through, though could also be used to support students through an answer. Structure strips also included, these should be stapled or stuck down the margin of the paper the student is working on and works as a quick reference for structure. As with all supports and scaffolding, introduce to build confidence then gradually remove.

Structure strips to support extract response essays for CIE iGCSE World Literature Paper 3 Q1 (Extract Question), but adaptable for any literature response/essay. How to use: Students should staple/glue the strip to the top left of their blank page and complete their essay following the structure outlined in the guidance. Students respond very well to this support, as with all scaffolding, use to gain confidence then gradually remove!

Act One Companion: Lesson by lesson resource which provides activities to introduce and engage with the text further. Asks students to consider the conventions of Naturalistic theater as well as think about motive and true intentions of each of the characters. Introduces ideas about verbal and dramatic irony.

Are students aware of their implicit gender bias? This lesson asks students to consider the bias they hold and directs them to complete the implicit bias test to see if their perceptions match reality. Great discussion stimulus on the topics of pay gap, sexism, stereotypes and gender inequality.

"A crash course" in Paper 2 comparative literature study for HL students. Includes breakdown of each of the criterion and some activities to encourage students to engage with the mark scheme. IBDP English A: Language and Literature (Higher Level)

"A crash course" in Paper 2 comparative literature study for SL students. Includes breakdown of each of the criterion and some activities to encourage students to engage with the mark scheme. IBDP English A: Language and Literature (Standard Level)

An introduction to 'Our Country's Good' - Timberlake Wertenbaker. Context notes and home work task.

An easy to follow group project which asks students to create a Kahoot Quiz to test their peers. This is a versatile resource which can be used in nearly any subject, I have used this in English and Spanish. Includes: Group roles and Instructions Printable Kahoot question planner

This lesson requires students to evaluate their definition of poetry and move towards a more holistic idea of different forms of poetry. This lesson has been really successful in getting students to engage with Shakespeare. Includes 'Hip Hop lyric or Shakespeare line' quiz which always raises some surprises! Based on the TED Talk by Akala.

This powerpoint is a scene by scene reading companion to the play - each lesson directs which scenes to read and some activities to do to engage further with the text.

This lesson introduces rhythm and metre using poems from Dr Seuss, once students become confident in determining metre they have the opportunity to consider how metre can be used to different effect. I use this as an introduction to Shakespeare but it could be used for any poetry study. Includes the lesson powerpoint and accompanying poems.