Fully resourced lesson for exploring the context and opening of 'Sweet Bird of Youth'. The lesson includes a PPT with notes for lesson plan, worksheets, extracts and prompts for close language analysis and references to other contextual materials appropriate to the text. There is much focus on close language analysis and the critical vocabulary needed for A-level English, as well as drama as a text type. Originally planned for an Cambridge International AS group, this could easily be adapted for other syllabuses and age groups. I'm a new seller and would really appreciate any feedback.

Fully resourced lesson for exploring the characterisation of Act 1 in ‘Sweet Bird of Youth’. The lesson includes a PPT with notes for lesson plan and focuses on general essay questions, character analysis and our expectaions for Act 2.1. There is clear guidance on what the examiner will be looking for, worksheets and detailed notes throughout. Originally planned for an Cambridge International AS group, this could easily be adapted for other syllabuses and age groups. I would really appreciate any feedback.

Planned for the poem from the ‘Poems Deep and Dangerous’ Cambridge iGCSE anthology. PPT with instructions, blank copies of the poems and fun and interactive worksheets and activities are all included. I am a new contributor and would really appreciate any feedback and reviews you could give. Thank you!

Planned for the poem from the ‘Poems Deep and Dangerous’ Cambridge iGCSE anthology. PPT with instructions, blank copies of the poems and fun and interactive worksheets and activities are all included. I am a new contributor and would really appreciate any feedback and reviews you could give. Thank you!

These two lessons explore Act 5, considering the development of the character of the Duke, key quotations and critics, themes, sex and desire and character maps. Included in the lessons are worksheets, extracts, videos and full-lesson powerpoints with teacher notes. These lessons were planned for my maternity and so are slightly less interactive than my previous ones (though still detailed and fully-resourced); therefore two lessons have been included here.

Originally planned for Cambridge A-level students but could easily be adapted for other syllabuses and age ranges. Lesson includes PowerPoint with teacher notes, worksheets, extracts and drama reading activities. The lesson considers the start of the play, including a study of dramatic technique, presentation of key characters, critical opinions, image clusters and key speeches.

Fully resourced lesson for exploring Act 2.1 in ‘Sweet Bird of Youth’. The lesson includes a PPT with notes for lesson plan and focuses on the presentation of Heavenly, Boss and Tom Junior, the importance of setting and the Southern Gothic and its links with the play. There are worksheets, video links, discussion prompts, further reading and detailed teacher notes throughout. Originally planned for an Cambridge International AS group, this could easily be adapted for other syllabuses and age groups. I would really appreciate any feedback.

Initially written as guideline examples for AS English Literature (Cambridge syllabus) students, but could be adapted for other key stages and examining bodies. 3 separate, full-length essays. Useful also for teachers considering Ted Hughes' other poems and coming to an understanding of some of the themes and language devices in the poem.

A selection of resources including quotes, essay questions, and worksheets created for the Cambridge A-level syllabus. I would be really grateful if you could review my resources, if you find them helpful!

Written for Year 10 students preparing for iGCSE CIE English Literature coursework. This lesson explores the poem 'Elegy for Jos' in a very engaging and interactive manner. It involves links to video stimulus, active reading, talk-through analysis and links to context of ethnic cleansing. The lesson is very active and is part of a SOW on conflict poetry for coursework; please see my other resources for these. I am a new seller and would very much appreciate any feedback!

Vocabulary Cards for GCSE students to help them develop their oral and written responses. Includes examples which can be adjusted for the texts studied. Print them onto card and cut them out. Students can use them on their table and refer to them to improve their responses.

Fully resourced lesson for exploring Act 1 Scene 1 of 'Sweet Bird of Youth'. The lesson includes a PPT with notes for lesson plan, worksheets for identifying themes and characterisation notes. There is much focus on an introduction to character, naming, symbolism and themes. Originally planned for an Cambridge International AS group, this could easily be adapted for other syllabuses and age groups. I'm a new seller and would really appreciate any feedback..

Written for Year 10 students preparing for iGCSE CIE English Literature coursework. This lesson explores the poem 'Belfast Confetti' in a very engaging and interactive manner. It involves links to video stimulus, group annotation, reading aloud activities to encourage reflection on rhythm and pace and questions. The lesson is very active and is part of a SOW on conflict poetry for coursework; please see my other resources for these. I am a new seller and would very much appreciate any feedback!

Planned for Cambridge A-level students but could easily be adapted. This lesson leads from an introduction to The Gothic (also available for sale) and introduces the first chapter. The lesson focuses around aspects of love, the importance of setting and how the chapter serves as an opening to the novel (focused around characters, setting, language, themes and voice). The lesson ends with students starting to collate information about their first impressions of Wuthering Heights.

Full lesson with PPT and resources, including discussion questions, video links, analysis prompts and information. Originally written for Y9/10 students as part of a series of unseen poetry lessons, bur could easily be adapted.

Full lesson with PPT and resources for Tomas Transtromer's 'Further In' (Transtromer writes poems often about nature). Includes analysis questions, discussion and talk prompts, analysis breakdown worksheets and opportunities for written reflection. Originally written for Y9/10 students as part of a series of unseen poetry lessons, bur could easily be adapted.

A lesson originally created for Cambridge A-level studnets but could easily be adapted for other key stages and syllabuses. The lesson explores Act 1 Scene 1 in great detail, considering questions to demonstrate understanding, close language analysis of religious imagery, drama group work exploring hierarchy and power dynamics and and introduction to image clusters within the play.

Quizzes, worksheets, quotes and revision resources for iGCSE but could easily be adapted for other syllabuses.

A lesson originally created for Cambridge A-level students but could easily be adapted for other key stages and syllabuses. The lesson explores Act 1 Scene 2 in great detail, considering prostitution in the Tudor times, the dramatic balancing of key scenes, and quotation analysis. The PPT lesson is fully annotated for teachers and includes homework, video links and interactive activities.

A lesson which revisits and revises all the punctuation marks and their uses. Includes fun and interactive activities for each. A great stand-alone, revision, or cover lesson which can be adapted for a wide range of students.