Enhance your students’ writing skills with these 44 dystopian-themed picture prompts. Explore the bleak and unsettling world of dystopian literature through these captivating prompts, perfect for narrative or descriptive writing exercises. Each polaroid-style prompt features a unique dystopian image, ideal for one-off lessons, cover work, extension tasks, writing challenges, filler activities, homework assignments, or independent writing activities. Each prompt includes a handout for students to write their pieces. Simply print, cut out, and laminate the prompts for reuse in your classroom. The download includes: ★ 44 Polaroid-style picture prompts. ★ A handout for each prompt for students to write their pieces. Unleash your students’ creativity and challenge their imagination with these thought-provoking prompts. Encourage them to explore the bleak and unsettling aspects of dystopian literature while improving their writing skills and descriptive language.

Explore dystopian worlds and inspire creativity with Dystopian First Lines Creative Writing Prompts. Featuring 30 evocative opening lines from iconic dystopian novels and short stories such as 1984 by George Orwell and Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, these prompts immerse students in eerie landscapes and stimulate their imagination. Ideal for introducing the genre or broadening literary horizons, this versatile resource is perfect for writing assessments, starter activities, cover lessons, homework tasks, and more. The download includes: ★ 30 first-line prompts with a hyperlinked master list (see below for a full list of texts included) ★ A handout for each individual prompt on which students can plan or write their narrative pieces. The first lines come from: ★ 1984 by George Orwell ★ The Road by Cormac McCarthy ★ Delirium by Lauren Oliver ★ The 100 by Kass Morgan ★ The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins ★ The Lottery by Shirley Jackson ★ Brave New World by Aldous Huxley ★ Under the Never Sky by Veronica Rossi ★ Divergent by Veronica Roth ★ Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury ★ The Maze Runner by James Dashner ★ The Pedestrian by Ray Bradbury ★ Lord of the Flies by William Golding ★ The Minority Report by Philip K. Dick ★ The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins ★The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau ★ The Selection by Kiera Cass ★ The Lorax by Dr Suess ★ All Summer in a Day by Ray Bradbury ★ The Giver by Lois Lowry ★The Iron Heel by Jack London ★ Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman ★ Uglies by Scott Westerfeld ★ Legend by Marie Lu ★ The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood ★ A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess ★The Testaments by Margaret Atwood ★ Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins ★ Pretties by Scott Westerfeld ★Frost and Fire by Ray Bradbury

Immerse your students in the world of Edgar Allan Poe’s The Fall of the House of Usher with this entertaining and educational word search activity. Featuring 37 carefully selected words associated with the story, this resource serves as a dynamic tool for introducing key characters, themes, and concepts. Whether used as a starter activity, penary, homework assignment, or review task during a revision lesson, this word search offers a versatile and minimal-prep way to captivate students. Designed for simplicity, the download includes both the puzzle and the answer key, ensuring a hassle-free experience for educators. The 37 words included in this word search are: Book, Burial Ground, Childhood, Coffin, Crack, Crumbling, Died, Doom, Entombed, Ethelred, Family, Fortnight, Friend, Gothic, Horseback, House, Illness, Letter, Lineage, Madeleine, Mania, Memory, Moon, Music, Narrator, Nervous, Physician, Roderick, Room, Secret, Sister, Storm, Superstitious, Twins, Usher, Vault, and Water

Enhance your The Veldt lesson plans with these captivating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Ideal for a variety of class activities, including starter tasks, homework assignments, writing assessments, and substitute teacher lessons, these prompts will challenge your students to explore the characters, themes, and concepts presented in the short story. With a focus on topics such as technology, human nature, and the dangers of an over reliance on technology, these prompts encourage critical thinking and imaginative writing. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a diary entry from the perspective of either George or Lydia. In the diary entry, you should explore their growing concern about the nursery and their children’s interest in it. ➤ Imagine you are the child psychologist, David McClean and write a report about the behaviour of the Hadley children, their relationship with their parents and your recommended course of action. Due to the variety of prompts, students can choose their own challenge or you can assign it to them based on their skill level. Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource for teaching Ray Bradbury’s The Veldt in your English classroom. These writing prompts are sure to engage your students and help them delve deeper into the themes and ideas presented in the story.

Enhance your study of Act 5 of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Tailored for classroom engagement, these work great as homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your student’s imagination and deepen their understanding of themes and characters in the play. From the romantic entanglements to the enchanting realm of the fairies, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling. This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 5. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Shakespeare’s masterpiece, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 5 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a diary entry from the perspective of Hippolyta, reflecting on the conversation that she has with Theseus about the events that took place in the forest and what she believed occurred that caused all the lovers to have the same dream. ➤ Write a letter from Theseus to the performers in the play. He should reflect on their performance, and express his thanks for their efforts.

Enhance your study of Act 4 of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Tailored for classroom engagement, these work great as homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your student’s imagination and deepen their understanding of themes and characters in the play. From the romantic entanglements to the enchanting realm of the fairies, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling. This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 4. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Shakespeare’s masterpiece, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 4 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a diary entry from the perspective of Titania, reflecting on waking up to realize she is sleeping next to Bottom and how she feels about the events that unfolded in the forest. ➤ Write a letter from Titania to Oberon, expressing her mixed emotions and experiences during her time with Bottom.

Enhance your study of Act 3 of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Tailored for classroom engagement, these work great as homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your student’s imagination and deepen their understanding of themes and characters in the play. From the romantic entanglements to the enchanting realm of the fairies, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling. This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 3. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Shakespeare’s masterpiece, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 3 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a diary entry from Helena’s perspective, expressing her thoughts and feelings about Lysander and Demetrius both declaring their love for her. ➤ Write an interview with Puck, the mischievous fairy, discussing his role in the lovers’ mix-up and his motives.

Enhance your study of Act 2 of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Tailored for classroom engagement, these work great as homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your student’s imagination and deepen their understanding of themes and characters in the play. From the romantic entanglements to the enchanting realm of the fairies, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling. This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 2. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Shakespeare’s masterpiece, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 2 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write an inner monologue for Hermia for when she wakes up and discovers that Lysander is gone, and her decision to search for him ➤ Write a diary entry from Helena’s perspective, detailing the forest events and how they made her feel.

Enhance your study of Act 1 of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Tailored for classroom engagement, these work great as homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your student’s imagination and deepen their understanding of themes and characters in the play. From the romantic entanglements to the enchanting realm of the fairies, these prompts foster critical thinking and encourage creative storytelling. This resource is ideal for English classrooms, offering a range of prompts that cater to different levels of ability, ensuring that students remain engaged and challenged throughout their exploration of Act 1. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Shakespeare’s masterpiece, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Act 1 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can write or plan their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a newspaper article reporting on the upcoming celebrations for Theseus and Hippolyta’s wedding, highlighting the entertainment planned by Philostrate. ➤ Write a letter from Hermia to her father, Egeus, explaining her love for Lysander and her refusal to marry Demetrius.

Brighten up your classroom with the enchanting world of Harry Potter! Transform your teaching space into a captivating learning environment with this Harry Potter-themed bunting. Perfect for classrooms, libraries, or educational events, this resource allows you to incorporate the magic of Harry Potter into your teaching materials and displays. The download includes: ★All 26 letters of the alphabet (capitalized), numbers 0-9, and essential punctuation marks (. , : ; ? ! &) and a blank flag for you to write on. ★ All letters, numbers and punctuation marks come in all 4 Hogwarts house colours, so: Gryffindor (red and gold), Ravenclaw (blue and bronze), Hufflepuff (yellow and black), and Slytherin (green and silver). This bunting is ideal for bulletin boards, classroom walls, or thematic displays, adding a touch of magic to your teaching resources whether you are teaching one of the series or just love Harry Potter!

An interesting and engaging revision activity for Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. The board contains 36 different questions that cover characters, plot and themes and allows students to work in pairs or small groups while revising their knowledge of the novella. Some of the questions on the board include: With reference to the text, describe George. Explain how the theme of friendship is explored throughout the novella. With reference to the text, explain how Steinbeck uses foreshadowing throughout the novella. How to use: The student rolls the dice Using the discussion board the student finds the corresponding question. The student either answers the question or uses it as a basis for discussion. The student crosses off the question and the next student repeats the process. The download includes two PDF copies of the dicussion board: One A4 sized discussion board that is perfect for paired work. One A3 sized discussion board that works well for small groups.

An interesting and engaging revision activity for * Romeo and Juliet* by William Shakespeare. The board contains 36 different questions that cover characters, plot, themes and cause and effect. Some of the questions on the board include: Who is responsible for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet? Explain your answer. Do you think Romeo being exiled was justified? Explain your answer. Explain how the theme of love is explored throughout the play. How to use: The student rolls the dice. Using the discussion board the student finds the corresponding question. The student either answers the question or uses it as a basis for discussion. The student crosses off the question and the next student repeats the process. The download includes two PDF copies of the discussion board: One A4-sized discussion board that is perfect for partner work. One A3-sized discussion board that works for small groups. I have used for revision with GCSE students or for a fun activity with Year 9 students.

An interesting and engaging revision activity for Macbeth by William Shakespeare. The board contains 36 different questions that cover characters, plot, themes and cause and effect. Some of the questions on the board include: Explain how the theme of ambition is explored throughout the play. Who is responsible for the events of the play? Explain your answer. Do you think Macbeth and Lady Macbeth have a good marriage? Explain your answer. How to use: The student rolls the dice. Using the discussion board the student finds the corresponding question. The student either answers the question or uses it as a basis for discussion. The student crosses off the question and the next student repeats the process. The download includes two PDF copies of the discussion board: One A4-sized discussion board that is perfect for partner work. One A3-sized discussion board that works for small groups. I have used for revision with GCSE students or for a fun activity with Year 9 students.

Enhance student engagement and reinforce critical themes from George Orwell’s 1984 with this captivating and interactive bingo game. Tailored specifically for revising the novel, this educational resource features 34 unique bingo cards, a customisable blank template, and a comprehensive call sheet with detailed instructions for teachers. Whether you prefer to print the materials for single use or laminate them for repeated enjoyment, this bingo game provides an exceptional opportunity to reinforce essential concepts and prepare students for end-of-unit evaluations, assessments, or examinations. Elevate student engagement and consolidate comprehension of significant literary elements, characters, and symbols from 1984 through this immersive and educational revision activity. The download includes: ★ 34 bingo cards ★ A blank bingo card template for customisation ★ A call sheet with teacher instructions

Get your students excited for Easter and enhance their writing skills with these 44 Easter-themed picture prompts. Perfect for narrative or descriptive writing exercises, these prompts feature a variety of unique Easter images, from colourful Easter eggs to adorable rabbits and exciting egg hunts. These polaroid-style prompts are versatile and can be used for one-off lessons, cover work, extension tasks, writing challenges, writing stations, homework assignments, or independent writing activities. Each prompt features: A unique Easter-themed image in a polaroid-style design Two prompts per page for easy printing, cutting, and laminating The download includes: ★ 44 polaroid-style picture prompts ★ A handout for each individual prompt on which students can plan write their creative pieces Encourage your students to unleash their creativity and imagination with these engaging prompts while improving their writing skills and descriptive language. Download these prompts today and bring the festive spirit of Easter into your classroom!

Engage yourstudents with a deep dive into Jessie Pope’s* Who’s for the Game?* through this series of four engaging lessons. Originally designed for mixed ability Year 9 classes as part of a broader unit on World War One poetry, this resource can easily be adapted for different ages and stages. Lesson Breakdown: Lesson 1: Recap persuasive techniques, explore the context of the poem, and capture students’ initial responses. Lesson 2: Conduct an in-depth analysis of the poem, featuring a guided annotation PowerPoint and task cards for independent analysis. Lesson 3: Facilitate a poetry writing lesson where students craft a response to Pope’s poem, followed by peer assessment. Lesson 4: Conduct a D.I.R.T. (Directed Improvement and Reflection Time) lesson to refine and improve students’ work. Included in the Download: A comprehensive PowerPoint covering all lessons and homework tasks A copy of the poem Who’s for the Game? A D.I.R.T. reflection worksheet Poetry analysis task cards This resource is ideal for exploring themes of war and persuasion in poetry, providing a robust framework for analysis, creative writing, and critical reflection. Adaptable and engaging, this unit is a valuable addition to your English curriculum, ensuring students develop a deeper understanding of World War One poetry and enhance their analytical and writing skills.

A set of 100 speaking and listening cards. Each card has a different prompt question and they have worked well with students of all abilities, but have worked particularly well with SEN and EAL pupils. I have used these for speaking and listening lessons, as a fun starter task and occasionally as writing prompt for extension tasks. Each flashcard has a fun and interesting prompts that will not only allow for students to think critically but will help them in developing their vocabulary and language skills.

Enhance your students’ descriptive writing skills with our engaging 5 Senses Descriptive Writing Worksheets! This free download includes 5 worksheets, each featuring a unique image for students to practice identifying and describing sensory details. Ideal for homework, paired work, individual assignments, or cover lessons, these worksheets provide a fun and creative way to develop students’ ability to write vividly and descriptively. Download now to inspire your students and help them master the art of descriptive writing through the use of sensory details!

A collection of 60 different analytical verbs used to create a word wall to support students with their analytical writing. My classes have found have this wall display incredibly helpful when writing essays and they need inspiration to vary their use of analytical verbs to help strengthen their work.