This dyslexia friendly, Year 6 SATS resource is designed to help students with additional needs familiarise themselves with the SATS Reading Paper. It contains three texts along with activities to help students read and understand the type of texts they will encounter in the exam. Key Features: Spelling and Vocabulary Development: Students will learn to spell complex words through a syllable-based color-coding system, making challenging vocabulary accessible and memorable. This approach not only improves spelling but also boosts pronunciation and fluency. Meaning Exploration: Each text is accompanied by a vocabulary section, encouraging students to tick unfamiliar words and engage in dictionary skills or discussions with peers and adults. This deepens their understanding of language and fosters a love for words. Fluency Practice: With timed reading exercises, students can track their reading speed and accuracy, promoting fluency and confidence. Multiple readings encourage improvement, allowing students to see their progress over time. Engaging Texts: Featuring three captivating extracts - The Majestic Blue Whale, Against the Ramp, and Whispers of the Hive - students will be immersed in diverse topics that inspire curiosity and discussion. These texts are designed to resonate with students, sparking their imagination and enhancing comprehension skills. SATS Style Questions: Prepare your students for assessments with shorter questions that mimic the SATS format. Students can collaborate in pairs to tackle comprehension questions, reinforcing their understanding while building teamwork skills. An additional SATS tips text is provided to share with the students prior to the exam. Equip your students with the tools they need to excel in reading while fostering a passion for literature. Our resource is not just a tool; it’s a pathway to building lifelong learners who are confident in their reading abilities.

This comprehensive resource is designed for teachers preparing Year 10 and 11 students for the AQA, GCSE English Language Paper One - Reading. Tailored specifically to support GCSE, English Language students with dyslexia, it includes a full practice paper (reading section) alongside engaging, structured lesson plans. The lessons focus on improving reading fluency, comprehension, and analytical writing skills, helping students build confidence in approaching the exam. What’s Included: Dyslexia-Friendly Practice Paper: The practice paper features clear, accessible text with vocabulary support, ensuring that students of all abilities can engage with the material. Fluency and Vocabulary Exercises: Dedicated sections to help students break down difficult words and phrases, improving their reading speed and understanding. Model Answers and Mark Scheme: Clear, structured model responses and a detailed mark scheme guide students through the key assessment objectives. Detailed Lesson Plans: These plans cover reading fluency, vocabulary, text analysis, structural features, and thematic response, complete with student guidance and step-by-step activities. This resource is ideal for teachers looking to provide targeted exam preparation in a way that is both accessible and effective for all learners, including those with dyslexia. With engaging tasks and practical guidance, it ensures that students with additional needs are well-prepared for the demands of the GCSE, English Language, Paper One: Reading!

This pack is designed to support students in preparing for the picture prompt question in AQA GCSE English Language Paper 1. It contains two key components: Descriptive Writing Model Unit Descriptive Writing Plan Together, these resources provide a structured approach for students to improve their descriptive writing skills and achieve higher marks in the exam. It is particularly useful for students with additional needs such as dyslexia. Descriptive Writing Model Unit The Descriptive Writing Model offers an example response to a picture prompt. It showcases advanced vocabulary, sentence structures, and literary techniques. Students can use this model to understand the expectations of the exam, focusing on how to create vivid, atmospheric descriptions. The model is broken down into key components, such as: Targeted Vocabulary Practice: The resource highlights challenging words and phrases from the model response, divided into syllables, to help students improve their spelling, pronunciation, and reading fluency. This section encourages active engagement with complex language, enhancing students’ confidence in using sophisticated vocabulary in their writing. Sentence Openers: Students are also provided with a set of sentence starters to inspire their own descriptions. By practicing these openers, they can develop more varied and creative introductions to their descriptive passages. The short unit finishes with an Independent Writing Task based on a picture of a desert. Descriptive Writing Plan The Descriptive Writing Plan helps students structure their response to a picture prompt by dividing the scene into distinct sections. These sections include: Foreground Middle Ground Background Weather/Lighting Characters/People For each section, students are prompted to think about key sensory details (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste), language techniques (similes, metaphors, personification), and the mood or tone they wish to convey. This clear, structured approach helps students organize their ideas, ensuring that all elements of the picture are described in a cohesive, engaging manner. Practical and Flexible Use This resource is designed for use both in and out of the classroom, enabling students to practice independently or with teacher guidance. The combination of a high-quality model and a structured planning tool helps students develop their descriptive writing skills with confidence. It is versatile enough to be adapted to any picture prompt, making it ideal for exam practice. By using these resources, students can enhance their descriptive writing abilities, ensuring their responses are detailed, well-organized, and rich in language techniques, which are essential for success in AQA, GCSE English Language Paper 1.

This 11 Plus Unit contains a reading practice paper, reading fluency support, a writing picture prompt, plan and model answer. It is designed for students who struggle with reading fluency, spelling and structure. The reading practice paper has a section in which the student learns to pronounce targeted vocabulary and read specific phrases/sentences taken from the text. It involves copying syllabified words in different colours to aid visual memory. After reading the Extract - taken from The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde - practice exam questions are provided. The extracts are often taken from novels/novellas/short stories which are challenging to read and the pre-reading tasks should help students access the content of the extract. The writing section contains a picture prompt, model response and planning rubric. The picture prompt is one of the options in the creative writing section of the paper. By familiarising themselves with the style of writing required, students gain confidence in writing their own description. A colour code spelling activity is provided to practice spelling key words from the descriptive model response. The unit provides materials to provide inclusive support for dyslexic students and enable them to make progress!

The GCSE, AQA English Language, Paper 2 Unit offers a comprehensive set of materials to help students excel in their non-fiction reading and writing skills. These resources are designed to align closely with the demands of the AQA exam, particularly focusing on the skills needed to answer Section A (reading) and Section B (writing). This pack includes model answers, structured guidance, and detailed mark schemes, making it an essential tool for both students and educators. With a focus on key exam techniques, this bundle provides everything students need to confidently tackle the exam. Firstly, the booklet covers Source-Based Analysis with materials that help students engage deeply with non-fiction texts. The texts are both about experiences of parks. By offering guided practice in summarising, analysing language, and comparing perspectives between two sources, the resources ensure that students become adept at tackling complex reading questions. For example, students are encouraged to draw contrasts between texts from different time periods, a skill critical for success in Question 2. This comprehensive approach to source analysis ensures that students can identify and explore key differences in language and tone effectively. In addition, the resource includes a step-by-step guide to approaching the writing task in Question 5. This guide breaks down how to structure a well-crafted non-fiction response, covering the essential writing format - letters. Through the model response, students learn how to construct logical, persuasive, and technically accurate writing. The marking guidance within the bundle is particularly valuable, as it offers insight into how examiners assess both AO5 (content and organisation) and AO6 (technical accuracy). A Question Three guidance - step by step - is also provided as a separate booklet. This also contains an extension task. In summary, this GCSE, AQA Paper 2 resource is an invaluable asset for both classroom learning and independent study. By combining targeted practice with detailed explanations of key exam techniques, it helps students build confidence and improve their performance in the English Language exam. Whether used for revision or regular classroom practice, these resources are designed to maximise student potential.

The GCSE, AQA English Language, Paper 2 Unit offers a comprehensive set of materials to help students excel in their non-fiction reading and writing skills. These resources are designed to align closely with the demands of the AQA exam, particularly focusing on the skills needed to answer Section A (reading) and Section B (writing). This pack includes model answers, structured guidance, and detailed mark schemes, making it an essential tool for both students and educators. With a focus on key exam techniques, this bundle provides everything students need to confidently tackle the exam. Firstly, the booklet covers Source-Based Analysis with materials that help students engage deeply with non-fiction texts. The texts are both about experiences of markets. By offering guided practice in summarising, analysing language, and comparing perspectives between two sources, the resources ensure that students become adept at tackling complex reading questions. For example, students are encouraged to draw contrasts between texts from different time periods, a skill critical for success in Question 2. This comprehensive approach to source analysis ensures that students can identify and explore key differences in language and tone effectively. In addition, the resource includes a step-by-step guide to approaching the writing task in Question 5. This guide shows how to structure a well-crafted non-fiction response, covering the essential writing format of magazine articles, by offering a model text on the benefits of markets. The marking guidance within the bundle is particularly valuable, as it offers insight into how examiners assess both AO5 (content and organisation) and AO6 (technical accuracy). The mark scheme helps students and teachers understand how to achieve high marks by addressing the correct use of tone, sentence variety, and vocabulary, along with the importance of coherent structure. Teachers can also use the included model answers to demonstrate different levels of response, helping students see what is required for each band. Finally, a Market (UK) Fact Sheet is provided to help students familiarise themselves with this issue. In summary, this GCSE, AQA Paper 2 Resource is an invaluable asset for both classroom learning and independent study. By combining targeted practice with detailed explanations of key exam techniques, it helps students build confidence and improve their performance in the English Language exam. Whether used for revision or regular classroom practice, these resources are designed to maximise student potential.

The GCSE, AQA English Language, Paper 2 Unit offers a comprehensive set of materials to help students excel in their non-fiction reading and writing skills. These resources are designed to align closely with the demands of the AQA exam, particularly focusing on the skills needed to answer Section A (reading) and Section B (writing). This pack includes model answers, structured guidance, and detailed mark schemes, making it an essential tool for both students and educators. With a focus on key exam techniques, this bundle provides everything students need to confidently tackle the exam. Firstly, the booklet covers Source-Based Analysis with materials that help students engage deeply with non-fiction texts. The texts are both about experiences of funfairs. By offering guided practice in summarising, analysing language, and comparing perspectives between two sources, the resources ensure that students become adept at tackling complex reading questions. For example, students are encouraged to draw contrasts between texts from different time periods, a skill critical for success in Question 2. This comprehensive approach to source analysis ensures that students can identify and explore key differences in language and tone effectively. In addition, the resource includes a step-by-step guide to approaching the writing task in Question 5. This guide shows how to structure a well-crafted non-fiction response, covering the essential writing format of magazine articles, by offering a model text on circuses. The marking guidance within the bundle is particularly valuable, as it offers insight into how examiners assess both AO5 (content and organisation) and AO6 (technical accuracy). The mark scheme helps students and teachers understand how to achieve high marks by addressing the correct use of tone, sentence variety, and vocabulary, along with the importance of coherent structure. Teachers can also use the included model answers to demonstrate different levels of response, helping students see what is required for each band. Finally, a Circus (UK) Fact Sheet is provided to help students familiarise themselves with this issue. In summary, this GCSE, AQA Paper 2 Resource is an invaluable asset for both classroom learning and independent study. By combining targeted practice with detailed explanations of key exam techniques, it helps students build confidence and improve their performance in the English Language exam. Whether used for revision or regular classroom practice, these resources are designed to maximise student potential.

This comprehensive Vocabulary Development Resource is designed specifically for students with additional needs, such as dyslexia. This engaging booklet focuses on enhancing targeted vocabulary in key areas essential for success in the verbal reasoning section of the 11 Plus examinations. The resource contains the following features - Targeted Learning: Each word has been carefully selected to meet the specific demands of the 11 Plus exams, ensuring that students are well-prepared and confident in their vocabulary skills. Visual Memory Aids: To support visual learners, words are colour-coded, making them easier to remember. This technique not only aids in memorization but also promotes better reading fluency and spelling. Interactive Practice: Students are encouraged to write each word three times in its corresponding colour, reinforcing their learning through repetition. After a short break, they will test their retention, fostering independent learning and self-assessment Clear Definitions and Examples: Each vocabulary word is accompanied by a simple definition and an illustrative example, helping students grasp the meaning and context. The resource also encourages discussion, allowing students to explain each word before tackling gap-fill activities. Engaging Activities: The resource includes gap-fill exercises that not only reinforce vocabulary but also enhance comprehension skills, preparing students for the challenges of the 11 Plus exams. This resource is ideal for teachers, tutors, and parents who support students with additional needs. It provides a structured and supportive approach to vocabulary development, catering to diverse learning styles and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. The colour-coded, visual memory aid can be utilised to support the learning of further words. A Vocabulary List is provided to support this. Investing in this Vocabulary Development Resource will increase the confidence of students with additional needs and prepare them for their 11 Plus examination!

Aimed at GCSE, English Literature students, this unit on Chapter 2 of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde offers a novel and engaging approach to developing critical thinking skills and deepening an understanding of this set text. Paper One, Question 4 of the AQA, English Language examination is designed to develop student’s ability to think critically about a fiction text. These questions are an effective way to help students develop the critical thinking needed in the English Literature paper. This Literature unit utilises this type of question students can hone their English Language skills needed for Paper One, while simultaneously revising the Jekyll and Hyde set text. Four extracts from Chapter Two are provided with discussion prompts. A critical thinking question follows each extract to which students need to write a response. Model Answers are also provided. This novel approach ensures that students maximise their learning time for both English Language and Literature! A play version of Chapter Two and extended drama activities are also provided to support students in familiarising themselves with the chapter. The unit will helps students develop their critical thinking skills required to succeed in GCSE, English Literature!

Aimed at GCSE, English Literature students, this unit on Stave Two ofA Christmas Carol offers a novel and engaging approach to developing critical thinking skills and deepening an understanding of this set text. Paper One, Question 4 of the AQA, English Language examination is designed to develop student’s ability to think critically about a fiction text. These type of questions are also an effective way to help students develop the critical thinking needed in the English Literature paper. This Literature unit utilises this type of question students can hone their English Language skills needed for Paper One, while simultaneously revising A Christmas Carol set text. Four extracts from Stave Two are provided. A critical thinking question follows each extract to which students need to write a response. Model Answers are also given. This novel approach ensures that students maximise their learning time for both English Language and Literature! A play version of Stave Two and extended drama activities are also provided to support students in familiarising themselves with this part of the novella. The unit will helps students develop their critical thinking skills required to succeed in GCSE, English Literature!

This comprehensive GCSE, AQA resource is designed to support students in developing a deep understanding of the key theme of inequality in An Inspector Calls, and explores characters and ideas related to this in An Inspector Calls. The resources provide structured guidance for students preparing for their English Literature exams, helping them to explore complex topics such as social inequality They are ideal for teachers and tutors looking for ready-to-use materials that enhance learning and engagement. The essay scaffolds are particularly valuable for structuring student responses. Using the PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) framework, students are guided step by step on how to write cohesive and insightful essays. This method ensures that they engage effectively with the text, using key quotes and analysis to demonstrate their understanding of how Priestley presents important themes, such as exploitation and selfishness. Key extracts are also provided with contextual information that students can refer to. The model essay provides additional support, offering a clear example of a high-quality essay response. The essays showcases the expected standards for GCSE (AQA). These resources not only prepare students for exam success but also encourage them to think critically about inequality and its pervasiveness in society. By using these resources, students will develop a thorough grasp of the play’s themes, improve their essay-writing skills, and gain confidence in analyzing literature through a social and moral lens. Tes paid licence

This booklet is designed to improve the use of verbs for analysing language - it is aimed at GCSE students with additional needs such as dyslexia. Students will leanr how to use verbs such as amplifies, suggests, conveys and connotes to write about an extract or picture prompt. In total twenty-nine verbs are presented which can be used to analyse language and structure. For students who struggle with reading fluency and spelling, it contains an activity to copy the targeted verb using colour coded syllables. This will aid visual memory and help to remember how to write the targeted verbs and use in their writing. This is followed by definitions and examples of each verb used in context. There is a picture prompt and an extract prompt which students have to use to practise their own use of the verbs. Finally, a separate, gap fill activity is provided to deepen their understanding of the verbs and how they can be used. For students with additional needs such as dyslexia, ADHD and autism, targeted and explicit language work is required to help develop academic language use. The booklet will improve students’ use of language to analyse the language used in an extract!

This comprehensive activity booklet is designed to help GCSE, English Literature teachers deepen students’ understanding of A Christmas Carol by focusing on the pivotal events and character development in Stave 2. Structured to support critical analysis and empathy-building, this resource enhances students’ comprehension, analytical skills, and ability to express nuanced responses. Why Choose This Booklet? Targeted Learning Objectives: Each activity aligns with key, GCSE outcomes, ensuring students gain a solid grasp of Dickens’s themes, characterisation, and stylistic choices. Flexible Structure: Activities can be tailored for both individual work and collaborative group tasks, providing flexibility in the classroom and catering to various learning styles. Engaging Format: The booklet uses a mix of comprehension exercises, role-play, creative writing, and structured analytical tasks that help students immerse themselves in the text, making Dickens’s work accessible and relatable. Exam Skills Focus: Built-in exercises sharpen skills needed for GCSE success, such as writing effective topic sentences, quoting accurately, and interpreting symbolism. What’s Inside? Comprehension and Summary Activities: Students gain a clear understanding of the plot and thematic elements through gap-fills and targeted summaries. Character Analysis Exercises: Through descriptive activities and reflective writing, students analyse Scrooge’s journey, emotions, and memories with increasing depth. Empathy and Perspective Tasks: Activities such as diary entries from Scrooge’s point of view and reflective monologues from Belle’s perspective allow students to step into the characters’ shoes. Creative Engagement: Freeze frame and hot seating tasks provide interactive ways for students to explore character relationships and interpret Dickens’s portrayal of Scrooge’s emotional evolution. GCSE-Style Analytical Writing: Clear guidance on writing topic sentences and analysing textual details helps students develop responses that meet exam board standards. Ideal for GCSE Teachers Who Want to: Ensure students connect with the emotional core of A Christmas Carol. Facilitate in-depth discussions on character transformation and moral themes. Prepare students for higher-order exam questions with targeted analytical practice. This booklet provides a structured, engaging pathway for students to fully explore Stave 2, equipping them with critical skills for GCSE English Literature.

This comprehensive guide is designed to help GCSE students excel in both the reading and short story writing sections of the WJEC - Eduqas, English Language, Component 1 exam. A practice paper is provided based on a psychological story extract that focuses on the experiences of a mother who has recently separated from her husband. It provides clear, practical strategies for approaching each type of question, with step-by-step advice and model responses tailored to exam requirements. The guide focuses on key areas such as language analysis, mood shifts, thoughts and feelings, and evaluation and has notes on how the responses meet the assessment objectives. The unit also offers four creative short story prompts along with a model response. This can be shared with students to discuss successful features of the writing. An additional resource - a table to make notes to deepen analysis - is included. This resource gives students the tools and confidence they need to succeed in the reading comprehension section.

This comprehensive guide is designed to help GCSE students excel in both the reading and descriptive writing sections of AQA, English Language Paper 1. It provides clear, practical strategies for approaching each type of question, with step-by-step advice and model responses tailored to exam requirements. Reading Section: Extract and Practice Questions: The extract is taken from a psychological narrative set in the the early 21st Century. Typical AQA questions are provided to assess comprehension. In-Depth Question Guidance: Detailed advice on how to respond to each question type, from basic information retrieval to deeper analysis and evaluation. Model Answers: Example responses to show students how to structure answers, use subject-specific vocabulary, and apply evaluative language. Exam Skills: Strategies to help students identify key information, understand how to interpret language and structure, and analyze the writer’s techniques effectively. Descriptive Writing Section: Practice questions: A picture prompt and story writing task is provided. Exam-Specific Tips: Tailored advice for AQA Paper 1. Model Descriptive Paragraphs: High-quality example paragraphs that demonstrate effective use of descriptive techniques and language choices.

This comprehensive teaching resource focuses on Stave Three of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol - a set text for GCSE, English Literature. It includes various engaging activities designed to deepen students’ understanding of character analysis, themes, and narrative elements in the novella. It is particularly suitable for students who struggle with comprehension. The following are included - Summary Activity: Students look at whether a statement is TRUE OR FALSE after reading a summary of Stave Three, reinforcing key plot points and character introductions. This exercise encourages comprehension and retention of the text. Character Descriptions: A list of adjectives allows students to identify and select characteristics that apply to Ebenezer Scrooge during Stave Three. An extension task requires students to create sentences using these adjectives, promoting vocabulary development and critical thinking. Character Reflections: A thought-expressing activity allows students to explore the thoughts of Tiny Tim highlighting the issue of poverty in Victorian society. Diary Entry: Students take on the role of Scrooge and write a diary entry reflecting on his journey, providing insights into his character and while practicing narrative writing skills. Topic Sentences: Students create topic sentences that highlight different portrayals of Scrooge, strengthening their ability to write cohesive paragraphs. Quiz: A quiz is provided to test understanding of Stave Three. Conscience Alley: This activity helps understand the transformation of Scrooge during this key Stave. Extension Activity: A PEEL paragraph is provided about the importance of Stave Three in the novella. This resource is perfect for educators looking to enhance their lessons on A Christmas Carol, providing a variety of activities that cater to different learning styles and promote a deeper understanding of the text.

Ideal for student’s with additional needs or for those who struggle to structure their ideas, this Inspector Calls, GCSE, English Literature unit supports teaching essay skills. The pack provides an essay question about the experiences of women in the play. It provides useful quotations and a scaffold to write an essay. I have used the scaffold to jointly construct an essay with the student and have found their confidence and skills improve as a result. A model essay is provided based on the scaffold which can be used to demonstrate the features of a successful response. Also included, is a multiple choice quiz on the role of women in the play. It serves as an excellent starter activity to introduce this topic. This unit will ensure those students with additional needs are supported in writing successful essays!

Ideal for student’s with additional needs or for those who struggle to structure their ideas, A Christmas Carol, GCSE, English Literature unit supports the teaching of essay skills. The pack provides an essay question about moral decay in the novella. It provides useful quotations and a scaffold to write an essay. I have used the scaffold to jointly construct an essay with students and have found their confidence and skills improve as a result. A model essay is provided based on the scaffold which can be used to demonstrate the features of a successful response. Also included, is a multiple choice quiz on moral decay in the novella. It serves as an excellent starter activity to introduce this topic. This unit will ensure those students with additional needs are supported in writing successful essays!

The Practice Paper for GCSE English Language ,Paper Two (Lighthouses) offers comprehensive support for teachers following the AQA curriculum. Here’s an overview of its content and its usefulness in supporting students in understanding how to respond to the different questions: Reading Section: The paper contains two rich, contrasting texts on visiting a lighthouse — one contemporary and the other from the 1880s. Students are tasked with summarizing differences, analyzing language, and comparing perspectives across both texts. This structure mirrors AQA exam questions, enhancing students’ exam readiness. Writing Section: The second part requires students to compose an argumentative essay about preserving our beaches, allowing them to practice argumentative writing and structuring arguments effectively. Marking Support: The model answers act as exemplars, illustrating what successful responses should look like. These provide an opportunity to look closely at the language features and the structure of successful reading responses.There is also a guidance section which teachers can share with students for writing. For students with additional difficulties, a colour coded activity is given with words used from the model writing response. A list of key phrases is also provided to read and improve fluency. This paper will be invaluable for AQA teachers, offering realistic practice and clear guidance aligned with curriculum expectations.

This comprehensive, GCSE, English Literature, teaching resource focuses on Stave Five of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. It includes various engaging activities designed to deepen students’ understanding of character analysis, themes, and narrative elements in the novella. It is particularly suitable for students who struggle with comprehension. Summary Activity: Students look at whether a statement is TRUE OR FALSE after reading a summary of Stave Five, reinforcing key plot points and character introductions. This exercise encourages comprehension and retention of the text. Character Descriptions: A list of adjectives allows students to identify and select characteristics that apply to Ebenezer Scrooge during Stave Five. An extension task requires students to create sentences using these adjectives, promoting vocabulary development and critical thinking. Character Reflections: A thought-expressing activity allows students to explore the thoughts of the child who buys a turkey for Scrooge. Diary Entry: Students take on the role of Scrooge and write a letter to his nephew Fred. Topic Sentences: Students create topic sentences that highlight different portrayals of Scrooge, strengthening their ability to write cohesive paragraphs. Comprehension: A comprehension is provided to test understanding of Stave Five. Play Script: This activity involves writing and performing a play script of Stave Five. Extension Activity: A key quotation activity is provided. This resource is perfect for educators looking to enhance their lessons on A Christmas Carol, providing a variety of activities that cater to different learning styles and promote a deeper understanding of the text.