An extract with guided reading prompts used to independently guide pupils through the language and devices used by Shakespeare to portray Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's relationship.

Literally, Metaphorically, Symbolically Starter focuses on key ambitious vocabulary and encouraging students to use Level 5/ Higher Tier vocab when discussing key events in Romeo and Juliet Lesson explores the theme of fate vs free will based on act 3, scene 5 and characters’ premonitions. Students will cherry-pick key quotations and will explore the literal, metaphorical and symbolic meanings using the templates. Includes a model example Students will then write a paragraph exploring the significance of the scene.

An engaging resource looking at Bill Bryson's 'Bear Encounter.' Pupils will identify interesting words, language and phrases used by the writer and explore their effect on the reader. Includes a bear template, table, and a PETER paragraph example response.

Information hunt: With some critical analysis to challenge students Includes information on: Great Chain of Being Patriarchy and family Religion Astrology and fate

Do it Now! 200 words. Desribe your best dream or your worst nightmare including success criteria. Starter: Highlighting langage features and answering comprehension questions (including challenges). Main: Exploding quotations with a model response and guided steps (differentiated through scaffolding and challenge/ extensions) Plenary: PEAR paragraph: How does Stevenson use language to create a mysterious atmosphere?

An engaging lesson exploring how the characters of Benvolio and Tybalt are juxtaposed. Includes: detailed quotation analysis, engaging ‘evaluate’ starter looking at the acceptability of violence if someone disrespects your family.

A KS3 homework featuring an extract and a mock question two and three (language and structure) question. Differentiated to include sentence starters.

A differentiated lesson plan focusing on the language used Used for KS3 Includes Language technique match-up Annotated extract (differentiated with questions) PEER paragraph model and sentence starters PEER assessment Plenary

A lesson looking at the presentation of Lady Macbeth in this extract. Pupils must read through the extract and place four images (milk, raven, blood etc) next to the correct line of the extract. Pupils are then asked to analyse specific quotes, identifying the effect of specific words in visual hexagons. Pupils are then asked to write a P.E.T.E.R paragraph. With a W.A.G.O.L.L and broken down colour-coordinated sentence starters. There are opportunities for challenge throughout and it is a nice activity to encourage pupils to write about context. Plenary: Pupils have to highlight (with different colours) each assessment objective according to GCSE structure.

An outstanding lesson exploring the use of imagery in The Prelude: Stealing the Boat. It also engages pupils in the context of the poem and asks them to engage with the multiple meanings. Pupils are asked to match the images to the lines of poetry. Pupils are then asked to write a P.E.T.E.R paragraph on a specific image using the success criteria and a model paragraph. Plenary can either focus on structure and form. Alternatively, there is the added bonus of a self/ peer/ teacher marking ladder where pupils will focus on the skills they need to develop. My set 3 Y10s really enjoyed it and it gave them a break from the typical annotations. Their work showed evidence of an excellent understanding of the poem.

A poem exploring how to analyse poetry using the S.M.I.L.E acronym. Includes: A poetic technique match-up, guided questions, fill the gap activities, exploding quotes examples, a poetry generator with guided questions for analyzing and a PETER paragraph generator.

A lesson focusing on Act Three Scene 4-6. Pupils will complete Instagram activities to summarise scenes. Additionally, a madness graph and a quote explosion activity with a WAGOLL

A short quiz to monitor pupils' understanding of Stave 2!

Writing a description based on an image. Pupils were asked to complete the table before writing their own paragraphs. Help on back of sheet.

A PowerPoint focusing on how to effectively comment on structure and form. Includes a very detailed understanding of caesuras and enjambment. Additionally, there is a worksheet on the last PowerPoint to be printed off onto A3 to accompany the PowerPoint. Pupils really enjoyed this lesson and the placemats.

An engaging descriptive writing homework with a helpsheet on the back

An engaging starter asking pupils to create their own curriculum and what to include followed by a looking at the meaning, structure and form of the poem. Pupils have to highlight chosen quotations, identify writers methods and explain the quotations. There is a helpsheet with guided questions for those needing support.

An activity focusing on descriptive writing. Used as a whole lesson placemat. Blow up onto A3 paper. Starter: Whole class ambitious adjectives to describe the image. Development: Annotating the WAGOLL (model description paragraph) Main: Using structure strips as a guidance, pupils will create their own descriptions.

An activity focusing on descriptive writing. Used as a whole lesson placemat. Blow up onto A3 paper. Starter: Whole class ambitious adjectives to describe the image. Development: Annotating the WAGOLL (model description paragraph) Main: Using structure strips as a guidance, pupils will create their own descriptions.

An extract from ‘About a Boy’. You could show students the clip for extra engagement! Can be used as cover or to enable students to focus on their reading comprehension and fully understand what they’re reading. Includes comprehension questions, inference, language and ‘evaluate’ questions leading nicely to Language Paper 1 (AQA) and Component 1 (Eduqas) Includes sentence starters for support and challenges to stretch and challenge.