An in-depth exploration of Belfast Confetti, Ciaran Carson* including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), discussion points, engaging videos and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. *poem taken from Edexcel Anthologies for GCSE English Literature courses (first examination 2017.) Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of The Man He Killed* including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), discussion points, engaging videos and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. *poem taken from the Edexcel and OCR Anthologies for GCSE English Literature courses (first examination 2017.) OCR Paper 2 Section A: Poetry Across Time. Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of Cousin Kate by Christina Rossetti* including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), discussion points, engaging videos and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. *poem taken from the Edexcel Anthology for GCSE English Literature (first examination 2017.) Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of Half Caste by John Agard* including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), discussion points, engaging videos/songs and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. *poem taken from the Edexcel Anthology for GCSE English Literature (first examination 2017.) Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

GCSE English Literature Educas Anthology Poetry Display containing 20 posters displaying key quotes and evocative and memorable images from each of the Educas Anthology poems for classroom display. Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Making Shakespeare relevant to teenagers TODAY! Using engaging video clips (included) and current topics & issues which are in abundance in Shakespeare's many works but non more than Romeo & Juliet. This lesson explores the theme of gender and equality as presented in Act 1 Scene 1 of Romeo & Juliet. Pupils are introduced to the theme using Emma Watson's U.N. Gender Equality speech (clip included) to promote discussion and highlight the relevance of this theme in modern society before leading into guided/group annotation of the relevant scene/theme focus and GCSE style analytical response exploring the theme of gender in R & J.

A concise unit (1-2 lessons) which explores the evolution and development of the English Language from its early modern stages through to the modern day. Focussing on an extract from the King James Bible, as well as recalling pupils existing understanding of Shakespeare's use of language during the same early-modern period, this unit allows pupils to explore and identify the use of the English Language during this stage in its development. The apt historical timing of these two famous uses of the English Language, which encapsulate it as it was within this crucial developmental period, is used to challenge pupils to draw comparisons between the language of the King James Bible and Shakespeare's plays as well as considering how and why the language has continued to develop into the modern day. Furthermore, extension opportunities encourage pupils to consider the continuing influences of technology (such as social media) on the development of the English Language and to form an opinion about these developments. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

This concise unit of 2 lesson's provides an in depth exploration of 'Sonnet 60', William Shakespeare - GCSE English Literature, Unseen Poetry. Complete coverage of GCSE Literature skills required for Paper 2 Section C: Unseen Poetry, including animated annotation, discussions points, model exam question and a model response. Also serves as good enrichment for the Shakespeare module of the course.

An in-depth exploration of What Were They Like by Denise Leverton* including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), discussion points, engaging videos and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. *poem taken from the Edexcel and OCR Anthologies for GCSE English Literature courses (first examination 2017.) OCR Paper 2 Section A: Poetry Across Time. Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

A CONCISE INDEPENDENT STUDY or REVISION GUIDE providing an in-depth exploration of Tissue by Imtiaz Dharker. Including engaging exploration of the poem's content, writer's methods and an exploration of the influence of the poet's context. Complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated and modelled), engaging video clip links, discussion points and suggested further development opportunities ensures a thorough understanding of the poem, context and the issues and ideas dealt with! NOW INCLUDING... ADDITION WRITING EXTENSION to embed pupils understanding of the poems content whilst providing opportunities to develop their GCSE WRITING skills as well as developing vocabulary and literacy skills which will help pupils express their interpretations when writing about literature analytically. Last updated Mar 29, 2016, created Mar 28, 2016

Making Shakespeare relevant to teenagers TODAY! Using engaging video clips (included) and current topics & issues which are in abundance in Shakespeare's many works but non more than Romeo & Juliet. This lesson explores the theme of FAMILY: parents and children as presented in Romeo & Juliet. Pupils are introduced to the theme using engaging video clips from modern soap operas to promote discussion and highlight the relevance of this theme in modern society before leading into group narrative planning allowing pupils to explore the origins of the Montague and capulet ancient grudge and create this elusive detail for themselves whilst reinforcing GCSE writing skills and enriching their knowledge and engagement with this GCSE literature text.

A CONCISE INDEPENDENT STUDY or REVISION GUIDE providing an in-depth exploration of Half-Caste by John Agard including engaging exploration of the poem's content, writer's methods and an exploration of the influence of the poet's context. Complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated and modelled), engaging video clip links, discussion points and suggested further development opportunities ensures a thorough understanding of the poem, context and the issues and ideas dealt with! *poem taken from the Edexcel Anthology for GCSE English Literature (first examination 2017.) Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An engaging series of lessons (2-3 lessons) to accompany the reading of Act 4 Scene 2 and scene 3 of Macbeth. Using engaging videos (included) of different adaptations of this crucial scene to ensure pupils are exposed to the wide range of interpretations whilst reading the script. Reading focusses ensure a purposeful viewing/reading which are structured in line with NEW GCSE assessment objectives and skills to ensure pupils are developing their GCSE Literature skills throughout and are able to reflect on each, AO1 -3, effectively. Following group and class discussion of each reading focus, model responses are used to clarify and extend pupils understanding of Shakespeare's ideas, methods and contextual influences. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Making Shakespeare relevant to teenagers TODAY! Using engaging video clips (included) and current topics & issues which are in abundance in Shakespeare's many works but non more than Romeo & Juliet. This lesson explores the theme of CRIME & THE LAW as presented in Act 1 Scene 1 - 2 of Romeo & Juliet. Pupils are introduced to the theme using engaging video clips from modern films to promote discussion and highlight the relevance of this theme in modern society before leading into guided/group annotation of the relevant scene/theme focus and GCSE style analytical response exploring the themes of Crime & The Law in R & J.

A CONCISE INDEPENDENT STUDY or REVISION GUIDE providing an in-depth exploration of Checking Out Me History by John Agard. Including engaging exploration of the poem's content, writer's methods and an exploration of the influence of the poet's context. Complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated and modelled), engaging video clip links, discussion points and suggested further development opportunities ensures a thorough understanding of the poem, context and the issues and ideas dealt with! NOW INCLUDING... ADDITION WRITING EXTENSION to embed pupils understanding of the poems content whilst providing opportunities to develop their GCSE WRITING skills as well as developing vocabulary and literacy skills which will help pupils express their interpretations when writing about literature analytically.

This concise unit of 2 lesson's provides an in depth exploration of 'On Monsieur's Departure' by Elizabeth I. Complete coverage of GCSE Literature skills required for Paper 2 Section C: Unseen Poetry, including animated annotation, discussions points, model exam question and a model response.

Two complete lessons covering Shakespeare’s Sonnet 60 as a single poem response and a comparison lesson comparing this to Milton’s Sonnet 7 centered around the theme of time. Challenging exam focused lessons rooted in and driven by learning outcomes.

A range of STAND-OUT approaches to descriptive writing in preparation for the NEW GCSE English Language (AQA Paper 1 Section B) To be used for in lesson teaching, modelling and practise activities or additionally as independent homework/revision activities provided in both powerpoint format (for teaching purposes) and ebook (pdf) format which can be read on any smartphone, tablet or computer/laptop for increased accessibility for pupils: no excuses revision! https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

This concise unit of 2-3 lesson's provides an in depth exploration of 'No Man is an Island' by John Donne leading into an apt comparison with the inspector's final speech from 'An Inspector Calls' which is handled as if it were an unseen poem. Complete coverage of GCSE Literature skills required for Paper 2 Section C: Unseen Poetry including model exam questions and modelling of planning stratergies and approaches for each question with an emphasis on question 2 (comparison). Additionally, valuable enrichment of understanding of the core themes and messages relating to the study and reading of An Inspector Call's (modern texts unit). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

A lesson and homework resources to be used to model essay planning stratergies in preparation for the New English Literature Paper 2 Section A: Modern Texts exam (2017.) Including a fully planned essay response to a New AQA English Literature GCSE exam question, focussing on responsibility in 'An Inspector Calls' (official AQA pilot material included.) Whilst tailored to the New AQA specification (Paper 2 Section A: Modern texts) this course is easily adaptable to meet the requirements of OCR and WJEC specifications. The Assessment Objectives and skill are transferable with very little editing needed for (OCR Paper 1 Section A: Modern Prose or Drama AND WJEC Paper 2 Section A: Post 1914 Prose / Drama) https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive creatededucation@yahoo.com