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

A collection of 5 CONCISE UNITS, each 2 to 3 lessons. Each series of lessons aims to develop pupils understanding of a range of UNSEEN POEMS to develop the skills required for for the Unseen Poetry element of the New English Literature GCSE courses. Each unit offers an in-depth exploration of the poems content, message and purpose (AO1), writer's methods and their effects (AO2) and comparison skills. Including animated annotations of each poem, discussion points, model exam questions and a model responses. The chosen poems also provide enrichment for the other units of the corse, notably, An Inspector Calls (Modern Texts) and Shakespeare. Poems/Units 1. The Times They Are A-Changin' - Bob Dylan 2. Sonnet 60, William Shakespeare On Monsieur's Departure, Elizabeth I 4. No Man is an Island, John Donne / The Inspectors Final Speech, J.B.Priestley. 5. How To Leave The World That Worships Should - Ros Barber / The Rich Eat Three Meals https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

An in-depth exploration of London by William Blake*. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context (romanticism) including it's relevance in modern society. 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 discussion point, videos and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. NOW INCLUDING... ADDITIONAL 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 & WJEC (Eudcas) Anthology for GCSE English Literature Specifications (first examination in 2017 ) AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry WJEC Paper 1 Section B: Poetry 1789 to the present day https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

A CONCISE UNIT of 2-3 lessons providing an in-depth exploration of The Prelude*. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context (romanticism). 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 engaging and atmospheric videos and discussion points to support development of understanding. Additionally, suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with, are provided. 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. *taken from AQA Anthology (2017.) Also included in the OCR and Edexcel Poetry Anthologies (Conflict) for GCSE English Literature Specification (first examination 2017) AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry OCR Paper 2 Section A: Poetry Across Time 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 complete, organised and in-depth exploration of two writers' viewpoints, perspectives and experiences of oppression. Including full modelling, practice and assessment of PAPER 2 Exam Skills; identifying and interpreting implicit and explicit information, as well as; synthesising these interpretations and evidence of them, across two non-fiction texts (AO1), one of which is literary non-fiction. Focussed analysis of language (AO2) and detailed comparison of writers' methods (AO3). A number of enrichment opportunities are also included at the opening of lessons, to encourage engagement, using video/mp3 recordings of famous speech's, news reports. Includes full PAPER 2; Section A practice paper and sources which is linked to the the series of lessons throughout. Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

New GCSE English Language, Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams. This series of lessons will guide pupils through AO1 skills (identify, interpret, summary and synthesis) and exam questions (Paper 1 Question 1 and Paper 2 Questions 1 and 2). Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities and the staggered completion of each AO1 exam question. Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions. 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). UPDATED 12/04/16! Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

RECENTLY UPDATED! A complete, organised and in-depth exploration of the NEW AQA ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER TWO; writers' viewpoints & perspectives - 4 WEEK UNIT! Including full modelling, practice and assessment of PAPER 2 Exam Skills; identifying and interpreting implicit and explicit information, as well as; synthesising these interpretations and evidence of them, across two non-fiction texts (AO1), one of which is literary non-fiction. Focussed analysis of language (AO2) and detailed comparison of writers' methods (AO3).  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.  A number of enrichment opportunities are also included at the opening of lessons, to encourage engagement, using video/mp3 recordings of famous speech's, news reports.  Includes full PAPER 2 mock exam paper and sources which is linked to the the series of lessons throughout.

New GCSE English Language, Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams. This series of lessons will guide pupils through AO2 skills (analysis of language and structure) and exam questions (AQA Paper 1 Question 2-3 and Paper 2, Questions 3 ). Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, using engaging videos and texts (included) , modelling of skills and the staggered completion of each AO2 exam question. Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions, 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 the unit to match the placement of this AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board. For example, for OCR this AO/Skill (analyse language and structure) is covered on Paper 1: Communicating information and ideas, Question 3 and Paper 2 Exploring effects and impact, Question 2 and 3. (5 minutes editing time). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.04.16)

NEW GCSE English Language SKILLS, AO's and EXAM QUESTIONS. All covered in this series of independent and/or co-operative revision sessions, using stimuli relevant to pupils such as YouTube links. This ebook will guide pupils through AO2 skills and exam questions (Paper 1 Question 2-3 & Paper 2, Question 3). Pupils are guided through 27 visually stimulating pages of interactive activities, GCSE skill modelling and the staggered completion of each AO2 exam question. Designed around the original AO/Exam Question Symmetry Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions. UPDATED AND IMPROVED 12.04.16 Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

New GCSE English Language, Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams. This series of lessons will guide pupils through the AO3 skill (COMPARE) and exam question ( Paper 2, Questions 4 ). Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, modelling of skills and the staggered completion of each AO3 exam question. Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions. 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). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.07.16)

NEW GCSE English Language SKILLS, AO's and EXAM QUESTIONS. All covered in this series of independent revision sessions. This ebook will guide pupils through AO1 skills (identify, interpret, summary and synthesis) and exam questions (Paper 1 Question 1 Paper 2 Questions 1 and 2). Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities and the staggered completion of each AO1 exam skill. Designed around the original AO/Exam Question Symmetry Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions. Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

20% OFF! SUMMER TERM SALE PRICE, £20! RRP, £25! 4-WEEK UNIT: Complete Series Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language, 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' This series of lessons will 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. Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, thorough modelling of skills in interactive ways, using YouTube videos (video files included,) as alternative texts and the staggered completion of each reading exam question across an original mock Paper 1 and Paper 2 (also included). Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against EVERY AO and EXAM QUESTION across each skill unit. Provides a valuable revision resource upon completion. ALSO SEE THE ACCOMPANYING PUPIL REVISION GUIDES FOR INDEPENDENT or DIRECTED REVISION PURPOSES FOLLOWING COMPLETION OF THIS 4 WEEK SERIES OF UNITS. 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). UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.04.16) Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Complete Series REVISION GUIDE Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language, 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' This series of independent and or co-operative revision sessions will 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. Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, thorough modelling of skills in interactive ways, using FREE YouTube videos as alternative texts and the staggered completion of each reading exam question across an original mock Paper 1 and Paper 2 (also included). Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against EVERY AO and EXAM QUESTION across each skill unit. NOW INCLUDING A05/6 WRITING (2 FULL UNIT GUIDES!) COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTPHONES, TABLETS & PC/MAC! MAKING REVISION ACCESSIBLE! UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.04.16) Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

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

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

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. SAMPLE: FULL UNIT AVAILABLE IN PREMIUM RESOURCES.... https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/new-gcse-writing-skills-full-unit-english-language-paper-2b-writing-to-argue-street-art-11221145 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive creatededucation@yahoo.com

For Whole School/ Form Time/ Assembly/ Display, published weekly! Keep an eye out for next weeks! Like @CreatEdlive on Facebook or follow on Twitter. Also see weekly, word, quote and riddle of the week including independent differentiated activities. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Published weekly, keep an eye out for next weeks! Like @CreatEdlive on Facebook or follow on Twitter. Also included: Independent self-differentiated question-chain activity! To be used weekly with each 'Quote of the Week'. Personally, this has become Monday morning routine for my form which provides a, much needed, early morning brain gym wake-up using a range of English skills from simple literacy to more difficult GCSE skills. Also useful as either a routine starter/entry task. Also see weekly, word of the week, riddle of the week and hero of the week; published collective in the Free weekly form-time bundle... https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/free-form-time-tutor-group-independent-activity-and-enrichment-bundle-weekly-release-11293167 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive