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 'Word 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, quote of the week, riddle of the week and hero of the week and linked independent activities. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Print in A3 or A4 and use as a self help vocabulary extension resource or as a display poster. See premium uploads for more high quality, resourceful word clouds and additional self help (independent learning) resources.

Developed following the success of the AQA Complete Anthology of Units now with over 50 sales and 5 star reviews! (see here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503) The complete bundle of individual units exploring all 15 poems from the NEW Edexcel GCSE ENGLISH LITERATURE Conflict Cluster of the Anthology, 2014-17. Each of the 15 CONCISE UNITS (2 - 4 lessons each) provides an in-depth exploration of its poem, poet and contextual period. SUMMER TERM SALE PRICE £20! 35% OFF RRP, £30! Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's context. These units provide group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotations of ALL POEMS, response activities (differentiated), engaging mp3/ video clips included in each unit, discussion points, exam modelling/guidance and suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the each poem and context. NOW INCLUDING... WRITING EXTENSIONS to embed pupils understanding of the poems and contexts whilst providing opportunities to develop GCSE WRITING SKILLS as well as developing the vocabulary and literacy skills to support pupils expression of their interpretations when writing analytically. *poem taken from the Edexcel Anthology for GCSE English Literature (first examination 2017.) Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 GET IN TOUCH & GET ACCESS TO FREE IDEAS & RESOURCES, DAILY! 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

GCSE English Language Component 1: Reading - Guided Exam Practice covering every question step by step AO1 - 4. Built around a mock exam focussing on an extract from Private Peaceful this practice paper with question by question practice and outcome driven peer-assessment supported by indicative content and modelling will fully prepare and enable students to develop and progress towards their success in the summer examinations. Tailored to Educas exam specs however EASILY ADAPTABLE to AQA and Edexcel. Duration 2-3 lessons (depending on ability/stage in the course.) Also available as part of a BUNDLE containing 3 additional C1 practice exams.

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

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. UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.04.16)

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

The Complete Bundle Includes... SHAKESPEARE TODAY INTRO (2 -3 lessons! Using engaging video clips (included) and current topics and issues which are in abundance in Shakespeare's many works but non more than Romeo & Juliet. These lessons explore a full range of contrasting themes (love/hate, friends/enemies, parents/children etc.) in Romeo and Juliet and also across several modern films including The Titanic, The Dark Knight and The Lion King (clips included) encouraging pupils to recognise and write about the similarities between the themes and characters of these films and R & J. PROLOGUE: This lesson explores a full range of contrasting themes (love/hate, friends/enemies) in Romeo and Juliet as introduced in the prologue. Focus is given to Shakespeare's Language and developing analysis skills by considering the contextual significance and the effects of the structural method of introducing the play with a revealing prologue. SHAKESPEARE'S WORLD: Using active approaches to develop an understanding of Shakespeare's Life and Times and the World in which he lived. GENDER EQUALITY: 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. CRIME & THE LAW: introduced 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 and GCSE style analytical response exploring the themes of Crime & The Law in R & J. FAMILY: 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. ROMEO: Shakespeare's presentation of character, specifically Romeo. Images are used to promote discussion and highlight the relevance of this character in modern society as well as throughout history before leading into a guided/group annotation of key extracts and GCSE style analytical response exploring Shakespeare's presentation of Romeo. JULIET: Shakespeare's presentation of character, specifically Juliet. Images are used to promote discussion and highlight the relevance of this character in modern society as well as throughout history before leading into a guided reading of key extracts and GCSE style analytical responses exploring Shakespeare's presentation of Juliet. IMMIGRATION: William Shakespeare, Sir Thomas More & Banksy on Migration & Equality, GCSE Literature Enrichment. Inspired by the RSC's Shakespeare Live: 400th Anniversary Performance (2016).

Assessment Objective Posters Display (tailored to Educas specifications) for GCSE English Literature and English Language. Containing colourful, eye-catching and memorable typography which identify/tag where each AO is required across English Language Component 1 & 2 and English Literature Component 1 & 2. 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

Complete GCSE READING COURSE! 5-6 Weeks Teaching Units (fully resourced) & 1 Assessment Week cover Every Skill, Assessment Objective and Exam Question designed specifically, and lovingly, for Key Stage 3 Pupils! This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AOs) for English Language. 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 series is designed for teaching to pupils in years 7 or 8 but could also be used as an introductory GSCE foundation unit for Year 9 & 10 groups depending on ability. The FIRST UNIT in the series(AO1) explores, models and practises the following skills, identify, interpret, summary and synthesis, using engaging Roald Dahl texts, films and illustrations to fully introduce, explore and assess the first assessment objective with pupils. 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' 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. The FOURTH UNIT in the series (AO3 COMPARE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's non fiction texts, including 'Going Solo' and 'Boy', illustrations associated with Roald Dahl's writing and engaging videos (included in the power point) to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial GCSE skill and assessment objective with pupils. The FIFTH UNIT in the series (AO4 EVALUATE) covers the final GCSE READING SKILL using engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's 'Boy', illustrations associated with Roald Dahl's writing and engaging videos (included in the power point) to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial GCSE skill and assessment objective with pupils. 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. The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

New GCSE English Language, Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams: This series of lessons will guide pupils through the AO4 skill (EVALUATION) and exam question ( Paper 1, Questions 4 ). Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, modelling of skills and the staggered completion of the AO4 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 question. 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). Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Riddles for use as a 'brain gym' wake up during form time or as a starter activity for lessons across the curriculum. To be published weekly along with the Quote and Word of the Week. (The answer is in the notes bar of the slide) Updated weekly, look out for next week's, like @CreatEdlive on Facebook or follow on Twitter! 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

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!

A CONCISE INDEPENDENT STUDY or REVISION GUIDE providing an in-depth exploration of The Destruction of Sennacherib by Lord Byron 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 & OCR Anthologies for GCSE English Literature (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

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/