Immerse your students in a creative exploration of Edgar Allan Poe’s The Masque of the Red Death with our captivating post-reading creative review activities. This resource offers an array of 9 diverse prompts, including crafting a TikTok review, scripting a podcast, and delving into set and costume design. Tailor tasks to match individual student abilities and preferences, fostering both independent and collaborative work. Perfect for group projects, cover lessons, end-of-unit assessments, or homework assignments, these activities provide an interactive and engaging way to review the story. Encourage students to collaborate or work independently, presenting their creative interpretations to the class. Give your students a platform to showcase their understanding of “The Masque of the Red Death” through these dynamic post-reading creative review activities. The complete list of tasks that students can choose from are: ★ Creating a TikTok review ★ Writing a podcast script ★ Create a graphic novel ★ Create a movie soundtrack ★ Create a playscript for a 5-minute version of the story ★ Create a persuasive brochure ★ Write a news article about the events of the story ★ Create Instagram grids for the characters ★ Designing the set and costumes for a stage version of the story

Engage your students with this enriching word search activity featuring 30 words related to Edgar Allan Poe’s thought-provoking short story The Masque of the Red Death. This comprehensive resource is perfect as a standalone activity or as part of a lesson plan, challenging your students’ understanding of the story’s themes and vocabulary. Included in the download are the word search and answer key, ensuring a hassle-free experience with no prep required and minimal marking needed. The 30 words that students need to find are: Abbey, Black, Bleeding, Chime, Clock, Dagger, Disease, Dizziness, Dreams, Fear, Figure, Fire, Gothic, Guests, Horror, Hour, Knights, Mask, Masquerade Ball, Midnight, Nobles, Party, Power, Presence, Prince Prospero, Red Death, Rooms, Scarlet, Seizure, Strike, Symptoms, and Victims

Elevate your exploration of Edgar Allan Poe’s enthralling short story, The Masque of the Red Death, with our interactive crossword puzzle. This engaging teaching resource incorporates 20 clues and answers, allowing students to test their comprehension of essential elements and vocabulary. Inject enthusiasm into your literature lessons with this entertaining and educational crossword, complete with an included answer key for hassle-free implementation, requiring no prep and ensuring minimal marking. Spice up your classroom activities and reinforce students’ understanding of the story’s nuances through this captivating crossword puzzle experience.

Enhance your study of “Dark They Were, And Golden-Eyed” 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 transformation, isolation, and the impact of unfamiliar environments, 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 letter from Harry Bittering to his best friend on Earth, describing his initial impressions and concerns upon arriving on Mars. ➤ Create a diary entry from one of Harry’s children, expressing their growing unease and curiosity about the old Martian settlements. With these diverse prompts, students can select their own challenge or be assigned tasks based on their skill level. Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource for teaching Ray Bradbury’s “Dark They Were, And Golden-Eyed” 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.

Elevate your study of Ray Bradbury’s science fiction masterpiece, Dark They Were and Golden Eyed, with our innovative Roll the Dice Discussion Board. Crafted to enhance your review sessions, this dynamic activity transforms traditional discussions into an interactive and captivating experience. Students roll the dice to uncover stimulating questions, delving into characters, themes, plot intricacies, setting details, and personal interpretations. Foster lively classroom discourse as students explore the depths of Bradbury’s narrative, fostering deeper insights and understanding. Engage your students in an interactive exploration of Dark They Were and Golden Eyed with our Roll the Dice Discussion Board, where learning becomes both enjoyable and enlightening. Some of the questions on the board include: ➤ Discuss what you know about the social and historical context of Dark They Were, And Golden Eyed. ➤ With reference to the text, discuss how memory, language, and identity are explored in the story. ➤ Why do you believe Harry Bittering was the last to change? 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. Once answered, 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.

Elevate your exploration of Ray Bradbury’s captivating short story, “Dark They Were, And Golden-Eyed,” with our interactive crossword puzzle. This engaging teaching resource incorporates 16 clues and answers, allowing students to test their comprehension of essential elements and vocabulary. Inject enthusiasm into your literature lessons with this entertaining and educational crossword, complete with an included answer key for hassle-free implementation, requiring no prep and ensuring minimal marking. Spice up your classroom activities and reinforce students’ understanding of the story’s nuances through this captivating crossword puzzle experience.

Enhance your study of Chapter 3 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 3. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 3 ★ 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 from Edith’s perspective as she runs down the rock, capturing her fear, confusion about what happened, and desperation. ➤ Write a diary entry from Miranda’s perspective, reflecting on the events of the day, her feelings towards the other girls, and what it was like exploring Hanging Rock.

Enhance your study of Chapter 4 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 4. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 4 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a letter from Sara to her guardian describing her day at the school while the other girls were away at the picnic. Include her feelings about being left behind, her thoughts on Mrs. Appleyard’s strictness, and the news of the disappearance of the girls and Miss McCraw. ➤ Write a diary entry from Mademoiselle’s perspective describing the journey back to Appleyard College, her feelings about leaving before the girls and Miss McCraw were found, and what she believes happened to them.

Enhance your study of Chapter 2 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 2. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 2 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a letter from Edith to her parents describing the picnic at Hanging Rock. Include her feelings about the solitude of the countryside, the other girls, and her impressions of the picnic grounds and the rock. ➤ Write a descriptive piece that vividly captures the sights, sounds, and smells of the picnic at Hanging Rock. Use sensory imagery and varied sentence structures to engage the reader.

Enhance your study of Chapter 5 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 5. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 5 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a speech that Mrs. Appleyard might deliver to the students of Appleyard College the day after the picnic. In the speech, she should discuss the importance of staying calm, the instructions she wishes the student to follow, and the importance of maintaining the school’s reputation. ➤ Write a diary entry from the perspective of one of the students at Appleyard College, describing their feelings on the day after the picnic. Include their reactions to the cancellation of church, the rumors circulating among the students, and their thoughts on the missing girls and Miss McCraw.

Enhance your study of Chapter 1 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 1. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 1 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a prequel that explores the early life of Mrs. Appleyard, explore how she came to purchase the mansion and establish the college. Consider her motivations, challenges, and the transformations she made to create Appleyard College. ➤ Write a diary entry from Miranda’s perspective, describing her excitement about Valentine’s Day and the upcoming picnic. It should also include her thoughts on her friends, teachers, and her hopes for the day.

Enhance your study of Chapter 8 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 8. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 8 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a newspaper article detailing the discovery of Mike and Irma. Include quotes from Albert, Doctor McKenzie, and Colonel Fitzhubert, and describe the ongoing mystery of the missing girls. Provide a summary of the events leading up to the discovery and the current state of the investigation. ➤ Write a diary entry from Albert’s perspective, after he has found Mike. Describe his feelings of relief and worry, his thoughts on Mike’s bravery, and his observations of the eerie atmosphere at Hanging Rock. Include his reflections on his relationship with Mike and his determination to uncover the truth.

Enhance your study of Chapter 7 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 7. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 7 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a detailed descriptive piece about Mike and Albert’s journey through the forest to Hanging Rock. Use vivid imagery to capture the transition from the orderly wealth of the households to the wild, untamed beauty of the forest. Describe the sights, sounds, and smells that Mike and Albert encounter as they make their way to the rock. ➤ Write a narrative from Albert’s point of view as he searches for the missing girls. Describe his thoughts and feelings as he navigates the rugged terrain, his concerns about Mike, and his observations of the environment around him.

Enhance your study of Chapter 6 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 6. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 6 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a short story about Michael Fitzhubert’s life before the events of Picnic at Hanging Rock. Explore his background, his relationship with his family, and what led him to Australia. Include hints about his character traits that become important in Chapter 6. ➤ Write a letter from Albert to a friend, describing his experience working at Lake View, his impressions of the Fitzhubert family, and his growing friendship with Michael. You should also include details about their plan to search Hanging Rock and Albert’s feelings about the situation.

Enhance your study of Chapter 12 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 12. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 12 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a letter from Mrs. Appleyard to Mr. Leopold, expressing her concern over Irma’s sudden departure and addressing his idea of bringing in a Scotland Yard detective. You should include her attempts to assure him of the school’s safety and her efforts to maintain its reputation. ➤ Write a diary entry from Irma’s perspective after her visit to Appleyard College. Describe her emotions during her meeting with Mrs. Appleyard, her encounter with the girls in the gymnasium, and her overall thoughts on leaving the college behind.

Enhance your study of Chapter 9 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 9. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 9 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a speech delivered by Mrs. Appleyard to the staff at Appleyard College, addressing the recent events, the changes she has implemented, and her expectations for maintaining discipline and order. You should include her thoughts on the importance of the school’s reputation and her strategies for moving forward. ➤ Write a diary entry from Mademoiselle’s perspective, explaining her decision to resign due to her impending marriage. Reflect on her time at the school, her thoughts on Mrs. Appleyard’s leadership, and her concerns for the students, especially in light of the recent events.

Enhance your study of Chapter 10 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 10. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 10 ★ 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 Irma’s perspective, describing her feelings about her recovery, her visit from Mademoiselle, and her first meeting with Mike since the picnic. Reflect on her thoughts and feelings about not being able to remember what happened and her thoughts about the future. ➤ Write a diary entry from Mike’s perspective, describing his recovery, his confusion and emotions after mistaking the swan for Miranda, and his growing feelings for Irma. Include his thoughts on their conversations and his hopes for their relationship.

Enhance your study of Chapter 11 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 11. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 11 ★ Individual handouts for each prompt on which students can plan or write their creative pieces. Some examples of the prompts are: ➤ Write a letter from Irma to Mike after receiving his letter. It should explore her feelings of disappointment and her thoughts about their connection and the future. ➤ Write a diary entry from Mike’s perspective on the day he wrote the letter to Irma. Include his thoughts on leaving Lake View, his feelings about Irma, and his plans for his travels.

Enhance your study of Chapter 15 of Picnic at Hanging Rock with these stimulating and thought-provoking creative writing prompts. Created for teaching language through literature, these prompts are perfect for homework assignments, writing assessments, extension tasks, cover lessons, and filler activities. With a variety of prompts, these will ignite your students’ imagination and deepen their understanding of the themes and characters in the novel. From the mysterious disappearance to the intricate details of the setting, 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 Chapter 15. Don’t miss out on this invaluable tool for teaching Joan Lindsay’s Picnic at Hanging Rock. The download includes the following: ★ A list of all 10 prompts for Chapter 15 ★ 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 Mademoiselle’s perspective on the evening she discovers Sara has gone. Describe her thoughts and feelings about Sara’s sudden departure, her suspicions about Mrs. Appleyard, and her worries for Sara’s wellbeing. ➤ Write a diary entry for Mrs. Appleyard on the night she reads the letter from Mr. Cosgrove. Describe her feelings Sara’s disappearance, her stress about maintaining the school’s reputation, and her feelings of guilt and fear.