Planning structure, model introductions, success criteria and ideas.

For National 5 and Higher Revision - contains one practice paper.

Supported and detailed CEL IRL based on the fairy fight, plus three models of newspaper reports. Designed for S2 - S3 pupils studying Shakespeare. Tried and tested - works well with classes.

Designed to prepare National 4/3 class for the world of work through English. Focus on the language of job adverts then working on a simple CV writing assignment. Works well in supporting less able pupils.

Designed for supported set to middle ability S3 or S4 , these activities lead pupils towards a critical evaluation of the poem. National 4 level would cope well with these and pupils are engaged with the poem. Simple cloze passage, multiple choice and puzzles to enhance understanding of key ideas.

Two PPTs with a variety of prompts (14) for small group discussion and activities to complete as a team. Role cards and self evaluation cards for teachers to print and use with pupils. Designed for National 3 and 4 group discussion practice and assessment.

MacCaig Revision Flashcards - fully annotated. Helpful for National 5 and Higher Textual Analysis.

Camera angles and key scene analysis. National 3 Listening Test on additional key scene.

Fully annotated poem with prereading tasks and visual thinking. For Higher and National 5 textual analysis Paper 2.

Activities to explore Anne Donovan's short story in detail. Designed for a middle ability S2 set but could be used as part of set text at National 5 to support learning, especially with lower ability N5 classes.

Straightforward, attractive PowerPoints to teach basic skills in National 4 level Close Reading. Purpose, audience and context clues.

Used for S2 level - teaching skills towards an argumentative writing piece. Can be used at different levels.

Designed for Higher English Students after the play has been taught. Worked really well and pupils enjoyed their experiences. Three active learning tasks: 1. Visual collage of images 2. Creating a class poem that develops understanding of character and theme 3. Drama task using freeze frames to get pupils out of their seats to retell the story using physical imagery Examples and prompts included.

To prepare students for the critical essay element of the exam. Includes quote sheet and extensive, helpful evaluative word banks.

Structuring and modelling hooks for persuasive writing at N5 or Higher.

Strategy plus examples for pupils to complete.

Focus on understanding the character of Sheila Birling, using evidence and a step inside character thinking routine.

The Hurt Locker is a film that will work at National 3,4 and 5 for Critical Essay Media. A supported unit for pupils (National 5 S5 pupils who have completed Nat 4). Comes with activity sheet and fully supported CEL. Appeals to boys and girls (I designed it with a set of mainly S4 boys) and it worked really well. Pupils were very engaged in the film and the discussions around key moments.

Lessons that lead to a CEL and Textual Analysis assessment. Can be used at different levels.