A in-depth exploration of Checking Out Me History* by John Agard. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context. Fully animated, complete annotation, MP3 of the poet's reading, and group opportunities ensure pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Additionally, poem response activities (differentiated) support pupils development. finally, suggested further development stratergies are included for independent extension of knowledge and understanding. 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. *poem taken from AQA English Literature Anthology for 2017. AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of Poppies by Jane Weir * in this 2 - 3 lesson unit. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including engaging video footage, animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated) and suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. *poem taken from AQA & Edexcel English Literature Anthologies (first examination 2017.) AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of Remains by Simon Armitage*. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern 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), engaging video and image stimulus to develop secure understanding of the ideas and issues dealt which is supported further by suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem. *poem taken from AQA Anthology for GCSE English Literature (first examination 2017.) AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of Bayonet Charge by Ted Hughes in this 2 - 3 lesson unit. Including a detailed and engaging teaching of content, writer's methods, with animated, complete annotation, atmospheric video clips and exploration of the of influence of the poets' context. Also including modelling of analytical writing in response to the poem. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Also including suggested independent further development strategies to ensure a broad understanding of the writer, his work and the genre as a whole. *poem taken from AQA English Literature Anthology for 2017. AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

A CONCISE UNIT of 2-3 lessons providing an in-depth exploration of Storm on the Island by Seamus Heaney. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern 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) and suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. *poem taken from AQA English Literature Anthology for 2017. AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of Exposure by Wilfred Owen * in this 2-3 lesson unit. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern 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), various discussion points using engaging videos and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem 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. *poem taken from AQA. Also included in the Edexcel GCSE English Literature Anthologies (first examination 2017) AQA English Literature Section B: Poetry Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

GCSE SKILLS DRILLING MINI UNIT 1: A one week (4-5 lesson) series of lessons that guide pupils through ALL SIX ENGLISH LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES, GCSE SKILLS and AQA EXAM QUESTIONS. In this complete and concise 1 - 2 WEEK unit of lessons engaging stimuli including video clips (included) and images/art to guide, model and practice each skill needed (AO1 - 6.) A short film and an emotive piece of art are examples of the texts used within this series of 4-5 lessons as alternative texts. Also including homework opportunities.  NOW INCLUDING FREE INDEPENDENT STUDY GUIDE (ebook) which is compatible with all smartphones, tablets and laptops for revision purposes post teaching! Making revision accessible. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags with each activity to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (5 - 10 minutes editing time). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

In this is unit of 5 - 6 lesson series pupils are immersed in the context of 1912, with events such as the Titanic symbolising the fragmented class structure, and that of the writer, 1946, in which the same rigid class system is clinging to its former glory following the chaos of the second world war. Using kinaesthetic activities and a series of iconic video clips pupils will grasp the core elements of the contexts underpinning An Inspector Calls. Additionally, exploration of key concepts such as such as capitalism and socialism, and their relevance with regards to the writer's purpose and messages is also covered in depth. Intended for teaching the Modern Text component of the AQA GCSE English Literature Specifications (first examination in 2017)Easily adaptable for teaching OCR and WJEC specifications. AQA Paper 2 Section A: Modern texts OCR Paper 1 Section A: Modern Prose or Drama WJEC Paper 2 Section A: Post 1914 Prose / Drama https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive ALSO SEE THE COMPLETE READING UNIT TO ACCOMPANY THE READING OF THE PLAY!

FREE SAMPLE of this creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, in general, but specifically about gay rights using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5, requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint. EVERY CHILD AND TEENAGER SHOULD BE HEARING THESE MESSAGES IN SCHOOL... Please get involved in the debate prompted at the end of the presentation. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive https://twitter.com/creatEDlive creatededucation@yahoo.com

A CONCISE UNIT of 2 - 3 lessons providing an in-depth exploration of Charge of the Light Brigade by Tennyson*. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern 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), engaging video clips to support understanding and suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem 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. *poem taken from AQA Anthology (2017.) Also included in Edexcel GCSE English Literature Anthology. AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

A CONCISE UNIT of 2-3 lessons providing an in-depth exploration of Ozymandias by Percy Shelley*. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and an 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 as described above. Including an animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), engaging video clips and discussion points. Additionally, suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem, context and the issues and ideas dealt with are in included. 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. *poem taken from AQA English Literature Anthology for 2017.*poem taken from AQA English Literature Anthology for 2017. GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

An in-depth exploration of My Last Duchess by Robert Browning* in this 2 - 2 lesson unit. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern 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 video and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem 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 analytically. *poem taken from AQA English Literature Anthology for 2017. AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry. GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

This unit (AO2 STRUCTURE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's fiction and non fiction texts, including 'James and the Giant Peach,' and 'Boy', to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory GSCE foundation unit for some Year 9 and 10 groups. This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AO's) However, that does not mean that the creativity and imagination need to be a thing of the past! In this new series of units, Key Stage Three pupils are introduced to NEW GCSE English Language Skills in creative and imaginative ways to build foundations and continuity for pupils as they progress through the key stages. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to and built around official AQA pilot material for introducing and exploring GCSE English Language Skills at Key Stage Three. However, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board . The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AO's) However, that does not mean that the creativity and imagination need to be a thing of the past! In this new series of units, Key Stage Three pupils are introduced to NEW GCSE English Language Skills in creative and imaginative ways to build foundations and continuity for pupils as they progress through the key stages. The FIRST UNIT in the series(AO1,) uses engaging Roald Dahl texts, films and illustrations to fully introduce, explore and assess the first assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory foundation unit for less able Year 9 and 10 students. The SECOND UNIT in the series (AO2 LANGUAGE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's fiction and non fiction texts, including 'The Witches,' 'Going Solo' and 'Boy', to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory foundation unit for less able Year 9 and 10 students. The THIRD UNIT in the series (AO2 STRUCTURE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's fiction and non fiction texts, including 'James and the Giant Peach,' and 'Boy', to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory GSCE foundation unit for some Year 9 and 10 groups. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (10-15 minutes editing time). IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to and built around official AQA pilot material for introducing and exploring GCSE English Language Skills at Key Stage Three. However, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board . The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

The second unit in the series (AO2 LANGUAGE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's fiction and non fiction texts, including 'The Witches,' 'Going Solo' and 'Boy', to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory GSCE foundation unit for less able Year 9 & 10 groups. This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AO's) However, that does not mean that the creativity and imagination need to be a thing of the past! In this new series of units, Key Stage Three pupils are introduced to NEW GCSE English Language Skills in creative and imaginative ways to build foundations and continuity for pupils as they progress through the key stages. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to and built around official AQA pilot material for introducing and exploring GCSE English Language Skills at Key Stage Three. However, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board . The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

The first unit in the series(AO1,) uses engaging Roald Dahl texts, films and illustrations to fully introduce, explore and assess the first assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory foundation unit for less able Year 9 and 10 students. This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AO's) However, that does not mean that the creativity and imagination need to be a thing of the past! In this new series of units, Key Stage Three pupils are introduced to NEW GCSE English Language Skills in creative and imaginative ways to build foundations and continuity for pupils as they progress through the key stages. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to and built around official AQA pilot material for introducing and exploring GCSE English Language Skills at Key Stage Three. However, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board . The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

UNIT 1: STREET ART! Creative approach to non fiction writing! Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5 response requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Interactive and up-to-date with free links to videos and MP3 links for alternative stimuli. UNIT 2: Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, in general, but specifically about gay rights using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5, requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. EVERY CHILD AND TEENAGER SHOULD BE HEARING THESE MESSAGES (UNIT 2) IN SCHOOL... Please get involved in the debate... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive https://twitter.com/creatEDlive COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTPHONES, TABLETS & PC/MAC! MAKING REVISION ACCESSIBLE!

READING: Complete READING Series Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' guide pupils through EVERY GCSE Reading Skill (Identify, Interpret, Synthesis, Summary, Comparison & Evaluation,) ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE (AO1, AO2, AO3 & AO4) and every EXAM QUESTION across PAPER 1 and PAPER 2. Using interactive activities to thoroughly model each skill in creative ways, engaging videos & MP3s (included) as alternative texts and the staggered completion of each reading exam question across an original mock Paper 1 and Paper 2. Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template, allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against EVERY AO and EXAM QUESTION. Provides a valuable revision resource upon completion. WRITING UNIT 1: (2 WEEKS) Creative approach to non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about street art. Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for non-fiction response requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint. WRITING UNIT 2: (2 WEEKS) Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills as above. REVISION GUIDE BUNDLE (100+ Interactive Pages) Complete Series REVISION GUIDE Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language, 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' Independent and/or co-operative revision sessions to guide pupils through EVERY GCSE Reading & Writing Skill, AO and every EXAM QUESTION across PAPER 1 and PAPER 2. Intended as an independent revision aid for use post-teaching to refresh and reinforce skills and encourage independent learning and conscientiousness. COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTPHONES, TABLETS & PC/MAC! MAKING REVISION ACCESSIBLE! ...Striving for perfection! Fully UPDATED with FREE EXTRAS in response to YOUR reviews and feedback! (Issues with assessment bundle file resolved, typos/errors corrected & extra activities included from upcoming CreatEd products!) If you are looking for a 'traditional' exam drilling unit, this resource is not for you! We have approached the teaching of GCSE English Language in NEW and interesting ways. We are CREATIVE and we are proud of it! IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill (10-15 minutes editing time). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

UNIT 1: Creative approach to non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about street art. Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5 response requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint which is stylish and visually stimulating. UNIT 2: Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, in general, but specifically about gay rights using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5, requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (5 minutes editing time). EVERY CHILD AND TEENAGER SHOULD BE HEARING THESE MESSAGES (UNIT 2) IN SCHOOL... Please get involved in the debate... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive https://twitter.com/creatEDlive UPDATED 07/03/17

Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, in general, but specifically about gay rights using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5, requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (5 minutes editing time). EVERY CHILD AND TEENAGER SHOULD BE HEARING THESE MESSAGES IN SCHOOL... Please get involved in the debate prompted at the end of the presentation: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive https://twitter.com/creatEDlive