A comprehensive 22 page PowerPoint that can easily be used over two, one hour sessions.Suitabe for all GCSE exam boards when addressing ‘writing to argue,’ can also be used as a preparation lesson for speaking and listening ideas. Pack Includes the following: Do now task, four questions Stretch and challenge tasks based on energy drinks. Skills recap table that can be adapted, accordingly. Discussion hooks and facts about health and energy drinks Pros and cons table with lots of example ideas Examples of structuring writing to argue answers Writing conclusion examples Speech writing Identifying: purpose, audience, form and language task Writing speech plan with imagery I do, we do,yuo do activity- step by step guide to answering ‘a writing to argue’ question.

An engaging PowerPoint, identifying the skills required for comparing writers’ attitudes and methods, using a controversial extract from Katie Hopkins- sure to get debates going in the classroom. Key Elements: Silent starter task - identifying attitude and methods from image. Guided reading and annotation of text ‘Rescue Boats, Id Use Gunships to Stop Illegal Migrants.’ - Katie Hopkins. Guided reading of second extract, demonstrating an opposing attitude toward migrants. Writers’ attitude grids provided to aid with identifying attitudes demonstrated in both texts (lower ability resource) Exemplar response to exam style question Extension task, comparing how two different writers convey their attitude toward London - extracts provided on PowerPoint. A great lesson to really enthuse and engage learners.

A very informative 19 page guide that includes: Thematic links grid to aid with comparing poems (Power and Conflict) A full page of comparison discourse markers, demonstrating: similarities, differences, point development and alternative views. Ozymandias: 7 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. London: 6 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Extract from The Prelude: 7 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. My Last Duchess: 8 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. The Charge of the Light Brigade, 8 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Exposure: 7 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Storm on The Island: 6 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Bayonet Charge: 7 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Remains: 6 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Poppies: 6 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. War Photography: 6 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Tissue: 6 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. The Emigree: 6 quotes: including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Checking Out Me History: 6 quotes, including technique, key words. symbol and imagery. Kamikaze: 6 quotes: including technique, key words. symbol and imagery.

An excellent resource to aid with 11 Plus provision in Literacy/ Language. Resources can also be used as an introduction to Myth and Legend - KS3. Lesson consists of: A comprehensive 23 page PowerPoint, complete with story link to access ‘The Trojan Horse’ story. Introduction to gods and mortals with questions and answers. Word up task with glossary. Word match tasks with definitions that link to text. Cloze activities linked to text with answers provided. Comprehension questions. Story expert quiz - multiple choice.

A detailed34 slide PowperPoint that looks specifically at the understanding of comparision skills and how to compare two poems with examples. Looking specifically at 'Blessing, by Imtiaz Dharker and ‘Two Scavengers.’ Includes: Example of annotated poem, highlighting: language, tone, structure, themes, ideas and imagery. Example grid, demonstrating a range of quotations and their particular effects. A link to listen to both poems. A link to watch ‘Two Scavengers.’ Brainstorm ideas to compare themes of both poems Example of a comparison WAGOLL. Exam style question with a framework/guide how to answer the question.

A fabulous resource that can be utilised by parent, teachers and students to aid with CEM style 11 Plus English Language assessments/exams. a comprehensive 22 page PowerPoint that will maximise student potential and their understanding of common questions in CEM style exams with a particular focus on shuffled sentences. shuffled senteces are sentences out of sequence, usually along with a superfluous word. Students are asked to identify the surplus word that does not fit the sentence. This amazing guide offers a staged approach to support children’s confidence and success with CEM style questions. Each stage in this guide is designed to break down specific areas of grammar that are implicitly tested. The guide contains 88 example exercises complete with answers. -A fabulous resource that will help you and your students to plan for success.

A 34 page PowerPoint with resources that addresses all Section A reading questions on the Paper 1 English Language exam. This package can easily be split into two, one hour lessons. Includes the following: 34 page Powerpoint Reading resource with exam style questions linked to the PowerPoint A step by step approach wit teacher tips and guidance when answering each specific question on the paper. Extract ’ The Landlady’ by Roald Dahl This bundle can be used as either an introduction to the AQA paper or as a refresher. Students can also watch the televised version from ‘Tales of the Unexpected.’ It’s a great watch!!

A pack that can be used over two, one hour sessions. An action packed lesson that identifies the benefits of learning how to write a counter argument the right way, demonstrating how to be a fair and objective writer - taking students through creating effective plans for successful counter arguments. The pack includes: A 10 page PowerPoint with annotated notes Sentences for effect worksheet ‘Sugar, So Sweet.’ article Three student example counter arguments A planning guide A resource of example topics for students to use Hints sheet Plenary task: ‘what advice would you give to students?’

This 18 page PowerPoint consists of the following, that can be used to enhance persuasive writing skills either for KS3 GCSE preparation or Functional Skills L1 or L2: SPAG starter activity with answers. Reflection on apostrophes - omissive and possessive with answers. Room 101 mini tasks - ‘If you could get rid of one thing in the world, what would it be?’ Warwick Davies’ view on emails video clip with times ‘pair share’ activity. Persuasive writing re-cap: CDAFOREST. Speech writing with example sentence openers. Peer assessment activity. Plenary activity.

An exciting and engaging lesson that focuses on identifying language and structural features across both Component 1 and Component 2 Papers. Non-Fiction) Will probably take you over two lessons to complete all activities - two for one!! Explores the ‘Red Room,’ by HG Wells (Fiction) Explores the text ‘The Disappearance of Elisa Lam’ Cecil Hotel (Non-Fiction) Package Includes: Extract 1 Red Room Extract 2 Elisa Lam Q4 Reflection Task Starter Recap Activity 13 Page PowerPoint Two exam style questions. One that focuses on thoughts and feelings of character. The second focuses on a sense of mystery.

Roll up, roll up … Full PowerPoint lesson based on the historical context of carnivals and freak shows - looking at: A Vampires Assistant and The Greatest Showman and other non-fictional characters. Creating word banks and up-skilling vocabulary tasks. Looking at forming an opinion and writing to persuade - leading on to writing a full formal letter of complaint. Resources include: PowerPoint Entrance Ticket to the Carnival with historical literature. Example WAGOLL of a formal letter. Word Bank Cloud. Reading Resource. CDAFOREST Frame.

Guided revision workbook - AQA English Language Paper 1 and 2. An extensive guide to aid student revision. Includes: 23 pages of a range of extracts, exam questions, success criteria and self-assessment activities. AQA English Language audit post session reflection.

A 48 slide PowerPoint packed with engaging ideas and tasks for creative/descriptive writing. Includes: Two sensory writing clips to aid with engagement A range of descriptive examples (grade 4 upwards) Sensory writing scaffolding grid Language feature re-cap with definitions and examples Sentence structure and effect activities Three seperate resources included to support with differentiation.

A detailed exploration of comparison skills required when analysing poems. The lesson focuses on ‘Storm on The Island.’ and ‘Exposure.’ A great introduction for Year 10. Package includes four separate resources: a detailed six page PowerPoint. comparison starter task, using image comparative tips a ‘big question’ to try in class table/framework resource to aid with planning and writing an answer to the ‘big question.’ sentence starters resource power of nature PEE chart to utilise in class.

A fabulous lesson that successfully demonstrates and practises the art of ‘making strange’- a defamiliarisation technique that can be used when writing to describe:characters, locations or settings. Lesson includes: 11 page PowerPoint was or were starter activity explanation of the dfamiliarisation technique and how to apply it, successfully. Check point stop to address misconceptions Defamiliarisation writing tasks x2 visual clips from David Attenborough. Plenary: peer assessment. A really interesting lesson that aids students to think out of the box!

AQA Paper 1 Revision Lessons - two for one - English Language AQA. 38 slides of comprehensive revision for English Language Paper 1, covering both Section A (reading skills) and Section B ( writing skills) Includes: Revision Tips and guidance - including two video clips. Revision examples. Many past paper questions to revise from and answer. Additionally, covers methods used to craft effective descriptions and effective methods used to craft imaginative narratives. TEA resource included on page 30.

AQA English Language Revision Guide. A full and comprehensive revision guide, covering both Paper 1 (Fiction) and Paper 2 (Non Fiction) Complete question breakdown for both reading and writing tasks - a step by step approach offered to students. Hints, teacher tips and ideas to achieve that magical grade 4, this year.

An engaging Wizard of Oz themed lesson that focuses on the tools required for writing creatively and imaginatively. Includes the following wonderful resources: Sensory writing visual starter activity. This also recaps knowledge of various language devices. Language features ‘Help me Out’ guide. A descriptive writing WAGOLL for annotation. Core and extension tasks provided. PA task with instructions Check Point Stop ideas to assess for learning. A Success Criteria to craft an imaginative description. Reflect-Recap-Revise Language Features Bingo task. Packed full of prompts and great ideas to engage learners. x6 separate resources Includes full lesson plan

Edexcel Functional Skills Level 1 English Language. Includes full 17 page PowerPoint with reading extract and quiz resources. The lesson and resources can easily span over two, one hour lessons dependant on skill and ability. Includes: Do now activity with separate resource: ‘Common Spelling Mistakes’ worksheet. Key questions Retrieval Task: naming text types Reading recap Multiple choice questions Quick quiz with answers relative to exam style questions Skimming and scanning tasks with link to YouTube video Quick quiz ‘Shopping for Less’ - text included and answers provided Speaking and listening task ‘Cost of Living’ Exam style questions Email writing with example Key question review and exit task.

A great lesson for Halloween, focusing on AQA GCSE English Language - Writer’s Viewpoints and Perspectives. Links to comparison tasks between the two texts. The lesson includes extracts from ‘Twilight’ and Anne Rice’s ‘Interview with the Vampire.’ This lesson can easily span across two, one hour lessons. Includes: Video links from both gothic tects. An 18 page PowerPoint Do Now Halloween inspired starter activity, including answers Four in four retrieval task Gothic horror vampire task Video 1 and 2 prompts to discuss various character attitudes ‘Twilight’ source with questions ‘Interview with the Vampire’ source with questions Points of view table to complete: What is character’s perspective/ How do you know? Why do you think this? Comparison question 100 quick write task activity for both fiction and non fiction Editing checklist Show Don’t Tell image task Exit Ticket Thunks slide Retrieval key word vocbulary task