A lesson based around extract analysis (Act 1 Scene 3) of The Merchant of Venice. Included is a differentiated grid and step by step instructions on the PowerPoint to develop analytical and writing skills. Suitable for a year 9 KS3 group. Prior knowledge of the play is required, the lesson would also be suitable as a revision activity.

Three lessons that focus on extract analysis on Oliver Twist and The Artful Dodger followed by a reading exam style lesson. There is a feedback/forward task after the exam lesson that allows students to consolidate skills. Examples of modelled writing are included. This would supplement an existing scheme on Oliver Twist and be suitable for a high ability year 7 group or mixed ability year 8 class that have already studied the text. It would also be useful as extract comparison practice.

5 lessons of activities to supplement study of An Inspector Calls. Students will need copies of the text. This would suit those just encountering the text or as additional revision activities for a GCSE class.

Four lessons focusing on analysis of Philip Pullmans' play adaptation of Frankenstein. The first two lessons focus on improving essay writing skills while the fourth lesson is a feedback and forward style task. The third lesson is given over to timed writing. This can be used to supplement an existing SoW on the play or as a series of lessons treated as extract analysis in preparation for English Language comprehension. Suitable for a mixed ability year 8 group.

A lesson based on the poem ‘Harlem’ by Langston Hughes. Prior knowledge of poetic devices is required as it was originally taught to a higher ability year 8 class. Can be used as a standalone lesson for consolidation/practice or to supplement a scheme of work based around ideas of social justice.

A lesson focused on group work and consolidation of key themes in Macbeth for GCSE. Themes include revenge, ambition, kingship and notes on setting and King James 1st. Suitable as revision or to supplement an existing Macbeth SoW.

A lesson that focuses on developing a response to an exam question on Journey's End. Suitable as revision for a GCSE group, the practice questions can be worked through as activities after explaining the powerpoint.

Two lessons that offer revision activities for Stave 2 of A Christmas Carol. The first is an overview of some key moments in the Stave, recapping Fezziwig, Belle and Little Fan, while the second lesson is a more specific analysis of the Ghost of Christmas Past with modelled answers and an exam process.

A lesson focusing on Act 3, Scene 3 of Macbeth. Opportunities for pair work and a notes on key quotes included. Suitable for a mixed ability year 11 class or as a revision aid.

A lesson focusing on Act 2, Scene 1 from Macbeth. Links to theme and extract questions are included. Suitable for a mixed ability year 11 group.

A lesson focusing on Act 1, Scene 6 from Macbeth. Links to theme and extract questions are included. Suitable for a mixed ability year 11 group. Copies of the text are required.

An introductory lesson that explores attitudes towards World War 1 and war propaganda. Suitable to use alongside the study of 'War Horse' and as a supplementary lesson for a history scheme on WW1. Useful for a high ability year 7 or mixed ability year 8 group.

5 lessons of activities to supplement a study of An Inspector Calls. Would suit students first encountering the text or as a quick run through for GCSE revision. Theme, context, setting and politicisation are addressed, with modelled writing.

Three lessons that focus on extract analysis on Titania followed by a reading exam style lesson. There is a feedback/forward task after the exam lesson that allows students to consolidate skills. Examples of modelled writing are included. This would supplement an existing scheme on A Midsummer Night's Dream and be suitable for a high ability year 7 group or mixed ability year 8 class that have already studied the text.

A lesson focusing on Act 2, Scene 4 from Macbeth. Suitable for a mixed ability year 11 group, copies of the text are required. The lesson could be used to supplement an existing scheme or as a quick revision run through.

A 10 page workbook that scaffolds writing a persuasive article, in this case, based on the film Hancock. A model answer and self assessment opportunities are included along with a success criteria. The material can be adapted to suit different content while maintaining the scaffolding. Originally used with a mixed ability year 9 group.

A lesson using a series of images from WW1 to practise and apply descriptive writing skills. Sentence frames are included and extension tasks are included. Suitable for a mixed ability Year 8 class or a higher ability Year 7 group. Can be used as a standalone lesson or as part of a SoW. Has been modified to suit online learning but can easily be adapted for the classroom.

A run through of the skills needed for GCSE English Language Paper 1, Question 3. There are glossaries, terminology checks, practice extracts and a step by step guide to tackling the question. Most of the content can be covered over two lessons should students not have encountered the topic before. Those using the presentation for revision should get through the content in one lesson. Suitable for supplementing a Language scheme of work or as standalone GCSE revision for year 11.

Two lessons covering themes in An Inspector Calls. Class, ignorance, generational gaps and context are included. Suitable for classes that have already covered the text and are in need of consolidation.

Two lessons focusing on an analysis of Atticus Finch’s character in chapter 3 of To Kill A Mockingbird. Suitable for a mixed ability Year 8 class, these lessons include extension tasks and opportunities for peer assessment.