A collection of writing WAGOLLs and linked success criterias for ‘Romeo and Juliet’.

This fully-differentiated lesson is based on creating a setting description using basic (some advanced) language techniques, including a summary of word classes. Based on the description of District 12, students are pushed to create their own dilapidated setting. Learning challenge and arrival activity (Introduce), fully differentiated with clear outcomes to show progress. Learning journey explained (easy to adapt) Low-stakes true or false quizzing on Chapter 1 of The Hunger Games (Assess) Discussion of setting and popular settings in children’s literature (Link) Identification of language techniques (Identify) Task One: Identify word classes and language devices- (see teacher’s copy for discussion points, great for feedback especially with a visualiser). Address gaps in knowledge before moving on. Task Two: Using previous task, create a run-down setting using stock images as a stimulus. (Create and Apply) Feedback: Snapshot of two memorable lines (Review) Plenary: Bronze-Silver-Gold differentiated questioning linked to outcomes (Assess, Review, Capture) Lesson plan available on request, feedback and tweaks would be hugely appreciated.

Explores the theme of power in ‘Macbeth’ and encourages subjectivity and discussion. Used for a double lesson and prompted a great discussion on the role of power in the 21st century and then linked to the play. Use with ‘Ozymandias’ also.

A two-part lesson exploring methods to explore Language Paper 1, Question 4.

A weekly reading lesson booklet exploring different topics in the news to develop reading skills and enhance cultural capital in preparation for KS4 studies. Each week, teachers plan bespoke intervention tasks to support reading skills, utilising the data collated from the Accelerated Reader STAR tests.

A three/four lesson sequence with a focus on science-fiction. Lesson 1: Identifying and recapping literary devices. Lesson 2: Crafting literary devices into a description. Lesson 3: Using sensory imagery.

Two linked lessons exploring the genre of adventure fiction with a focus on Treasure Island.

A collection of knowledge recall starters.

A bundle of engaging knowledge recall starters for a study of ‘An Inspector Calls’. Recall explores: Language Paper 1 Language Paper 2 An Inspector Calls A Christmas Carol Power and Conflict: War Poems Tier 2/3 Language

A lesson used to introduce the Gothic to a HA KS3 group. However, the document of character diamonds is the perfect diamond 9 for older groups as it references popular culture characters. Laminate the print out and cut them out, ask the students to order characters and think about what makes them popular.

A chronological study of 10 dystopian texts, from 1909 to 2013 (featuring classics, modern texts, and an extract from a popular video game). Each week features a short extract, followed by a task sheet to capture notes (based on research to maximise reading retention).

An engaging two-part lesson introducing students to the magical world of Fantasy fiction.

A six-week scheme for weekly reading lessons. Tasks are set by the classroom teacher and differentiated based on the needs of the class. Each week, the text is treated as the ‘beating heart’ of the lesson and develops reading skills through a close reading of famous science-fiction texts.

A two-part lesson exploring ghost stories and narrative writing. In particular, sensory imagery and lingustic devices are explored.

A fully-resourced, contextual booklet compiling of DURING-READING activities building on the foundations built by the PRE-READING booklet.

A KS4 lesson focusing on conscious crafting for LP1 Q5, using a scaffolded, slow-writing border and personal checklist to ensure maximum marks.

A collection of book titles for the back of lanyards, potentially for use on the 7th March to celebrate all things reading.

Short sequence for LA group (KS3) building an understanding of how to build tension and why it is important in certain genres of writing. Used before an assessment to prepare students for crime fiction creative writing. Graded ‘Outstanding’ for LA Y8 Observation Lesson.

A six-week weekly study of key extracts from ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Each week, students explore a different extract from the play and complete a close reading. Teachers have space to differentiate tasks and select work appropriate for their group. These booklets are used for the whole-class, but with intervention students identified for support by Accelerated Reader. Easily adapted for any age or ability.

A large collection of knowledge recall starters for KS4, complete with print outs for all students if necessary.