Lesson contains a starter activity, asks pupils to construct a timeline of events from the novella and then create a five paragraph summary. This is then peer assessed. Easily used as part of a SOW or as a stand alone cover lesson if pupils are already familiar with the story.

Two questions based on the character of Scrooge which can be used as a mock assessment, guidance on the marking criteria is also included.

7 weeks of homework relating to Murder Mystery/Sherlock Holmes style texts. Simply download, print and hand out.

7 weeks of homework relating to Gothic novels. Simply download, print and hand out.

7 weeks of homework relating to Animal Farm, simply download, print and hand out.

7 weeks of homework relating to An Inspector Calls. Easy to download, print and hand out.

4 different exam style questions set on a template, simply print and hand out. Poems relate to the conflict cluster from the Pearson anthology.

Shot at Dawn lesson- Summary of Private Peaceful. A lesson to finish the story of Private Peaceful focused on those soldiers shot at dawn during WW1. Lesson asked emotive questions and discusses Morpurgo's inspiration for his story. It also has a true story to read and comprehension questions.

A creative writing resource using visual prompts to create a journey in the style of the gothic genre. Whole lesson, no printing required, download and teach.

A creative writing lesson that starts by creating a word bank, discusses the structure of a story and sets a task that is a 100 word writing competition. A complete download and use resource- no printing all that is required is lined paper.

A ticket that can be handed out discreetly advising pupils to change their behaviour or face further consequences, very handy for those pupils who enjoy even negative attention. 4 featured on A4 sheets, ready to print, laminate and use.

A bundle of display items for various class reading books, ready to print, laminate and use. Featured are The Witches, The Hunger Games, Rani and Sukh. Also included is a 'READING' bunting that can be suspended around the classroom.

Display set that is ready to print, laminate and pin up. Includes images and biography about the author.

A series of 19 picture starters that can be used to start a lesson or be developed into a creative writing lesson. I usually turn the lights off, add creepy music and let the creative juices flow. Works really well.