Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity with Bruce Dawe’s ‘Marcel Marceau At The Comedy Theatre’. This great poem is perfect for looking at the nature of human life and the way we become trapped by climbing life’s ladder of success.’ Workshop takes 2-3 lessons. This great poem analysis can be printed in a small booklet. Perfect for snippets of learning between other units, or for a reliever or substitute teacher - everything needed is included. Perfect for students in Upper High School - New Zealand Years 11-13, Australia Years 10-12, USA Years 10-12, and Britain Years 10-12 (Key Stage 4-5). Included: A list of language techniques to look for A poet webquest An analysis grid A language features page to focus on two chosen language features 4 great extension tasks for students to choose from A sample marking schedule Teacher sample analysis notes Included: 10 page poetry close reading workshop

A ready to print The Fringe Dwellers novel study and Aboriginal text study on THE FRINGE DWELLERS by Nene Gare complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan. This easy to follow resource provides a ready The Fringe Dwellers unit plan for teachers and a The Fringe Dwellers student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources. Perfect for students in Australia and New Zealand studying this novel The Fringe Dwellers in class. Suits students of approximately 15-17 years of age: New Zealand Year 12-13 students, Australian Year 11-12 students. Student booklet includes: Webquest task on the author The Fringe Dwellers Character file templates Setting Context The Fringe Dwellers Chapter Questions and comprehension questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Dairy entry writing task Themes page Symbols page Language Techniques page Observing the text Big Ideas discussion pages Interview and Presentation Essay structure and planning +Sample Teacher Unit Plan This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store. Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy! Included: 28-page student booklet for analysis of The Fringe Dwellers

Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity with War Poet Rupert Brooke’s ‘The Soldier’. This great war poem is an interesting study - a soldier fighting far from home, dreaming of his motherland, England. Workshop takes 2-3 lessons. This great poem analysis can be printed in a small booklet. Perfect for snippets of analytical thinking and textual analysis practice between other units, or for a reliever or substitute teacher - everything needed is included. Perfect for students in Upper High School - New Zealand Years 11-13, Australia Years 10-12, USA Years 10-12, and Britain Years 10-12 (Key Stage 4-5). Included: A list of language techniques to look for A poet webquest page An analysis grid Questions on the text A language features page to focus on two chosen language features 4 great extension tasks for students to choose from A sample marking schedule Teacher sample analysis notes Included: 10 page war poetry close reading workshop

A ready-to-print Bye Beautiful novel study on Julia Lawrinson’s BYE BEAUTIFUL complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan. This easy to follow resource provides a ready Bye Beautiful unit plan for teachers and Bye Beautiful student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources. Perfect for students in Australia and New Zealand studying this novel in class. Suits students of approximately 14-16 years of age: New Zealand Year 11 or 12 students, Australian Year 9, 10 or 11 students. Student booklet includes: Webquest task on the author Bye Beautiful Character file templates Bye Beautiful Setting Context Bye Beautiful Chapter Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Dairy entry writing task Themes page Symbols Page Observing the text Big Ideas discussion pages Interview and Presentation Essay structure and planning +Sample Teacher Unit Plan This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store. Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy! Included: 25-page student booklet for analysis of Bye, Beautiful

This attractive poster outlines EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT WORK quality & presentation. An easy-to-print colour poster - sections include name, title, tidiness, appropriate layout, paragraphs, good spelling and grammar. (1 page) Ready to print and put up on the wall or include in your next student booklet. Suitable for any secondary classroom.

Introducing our 100 ENGLISH LITERARY TERMS SORTING GAME or HUNT, specially designed for Secondary English Classrooms. This engaging activity offers an effortless way to help students learn about language and writing techniques. Simply print the provided materials and cut along the dotted lines to separate the term, definition, and examples. You can mix them up in a bag and have students sort them into the correct sets, or you can organize a classroom scavenger hunt where teams find the definitions and examples of their assigned terms. The document includes some ideas to assist you in implementing the activity. While playing, you will not only make learning enjoyable for your students, but also help them develop their vocabulary and confidence with literary terms. This activity covers a wide range of essential terminology, such as analogy, ambiguity, alliteration, allusion, bias, colloquialism, contrast, conflict, cliché, euphemism, hyperbole, irony, jargon, metaphor, onomatopoeia, oxymoron, paradox, pun, satire, slang, symbolism, connotation, homonym, register, mood, suspense, theme, and plot. Additionally, it includes character types, novel terms, and more, such as stock/static/round characters, red herring, resolution, turning point, and many others. For added support and differentiation, there is a color/colour version available. You can use all the provided terms or select the ones that fit your curriculum. Please note that I try my best to avoid differing spellings between countries, but there may be a few words with British English spelling.

A ready-to-print To Kill A Mockingbird novel study on Harper Lee’s TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan. This easy to follow resource provides a ready To Kill A Mockingbird unit plan for teachers and a To Kill A Mockingbird student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources. This can be easily sent home for distance learning during Coronavirus restrictions :) Suits students of approximately 15-17 years of age: New Zealand Year 11 or 12 students, Australian Year 10-12 students. Student booklet includes: Webquest task on the author To Kill A Mockingbird Character file templates To Kill A Mockingbird Setting Context To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Dairy entry writing task Themes page Symbols Page Observing the text Big Ideas discussion pages Interview and Presentation Essay structure and planning +Sample Teacher Unit Plan This is perfect as a text analysis unit to prepare for essay writing. It goes perfectly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit in my store. Everything you need to pick up and run with this novel. So easy! Included: 25-page student booklet for analysis of To Kill A Mockingbird

A page of speech topics - ready to print, cut up and put in a hat (real or metaphorical) to be drawn by unsuspecting students who then have to get up and talk about their topic for a set amount of time. All the work done for you. Lots of fun to be had :) Enjoy. Check out my other resources! I have some excellent Essay Writing posters suitable for any secondary classroom that might suit you :)

Introducing our comprehensive unit designed to support Secondary English students in a CREATIVE WRITING TASK centered around a MORAL DILEMMA. This unit is a perfect match for Year 10, Year 11, and Year 12 English students, offering an engaging and thought-provoking writing opportunity. With the ability to adapt for distance learning, this unit can be easily implemented for at-home instruction during periods of Coronavirus restrictions. The foundation of this unit lies in personal moral dilemmas, whether real or imagined. Students will have the freedom to select a dilemma and explore the values at stake when making difficult choices. Subsequently, they will plan and write a creative narrative that considers audience, purpose, and message. Included in this comprehensive unit is a 24-page print-and-go student booklet. This booklet features task sheets, planning pages, analysis of moral dilemma texts, an editing checklist, and a marking schedule. Furthermore, a detailed teaching plan is provided to assist educators in guiding students through the creative writing process. This complete creative writing unit is the ideal resource for all secondary level classes in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK that aim to develop creative writing skills. Specifically tailored for students aged approximately 15-17 years old, this unit caters to New Zealand Year 11-13 students, Australian Year 10-12 students, and UK Key Stage 3-4 students. Please note that this product utilizes British English spelling throughout. Equip your students with the necessary tools and skills to craft compelling narratives around moral dilemmas through our comprehensive and adaptable creative writing unit.

Get ready to dive into The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis with our fantastic novel study unit! This easy-to-use resource comes complete with a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan, making your lesson planning a breeze. Whether you’re teaching in Australia or anywhere else in the world, this study unit is perfect for students aged 15-18 who are exploring this remarkable novel in class. It’s the perfect resource for Christian schools, book clubs, or teen/adult studies. With our handy resource at your fingertips, you’ll save time and effort while still delivering a high-quality, engaging lesson. Student booklet includes: * Author Webquest Setting Context The Screwtape Letters Comprehension Questions Creative writing task Themes Symbols Language Techniques Essay structure and planning pages +Sample Teacher Unit plan Everything you need to print and teach! Follow me to come back again another day and find more great Secondary English resources.

Introducing “Exploring Language Techniques in Music: A Comprehensive Language Study Unit on Songs for Secondary English Teachers” Attention secondary English teachers! Are you in search of a complete unit that will guide your Year 9, 10, or 11 students through a high school language study unit on songs? Look no further! We have developed a comprehensive resource specifically designed for this purpose. This unit is all about helping students understand the patterns of language used in different songs, focusing on narrative devices, literary terms, and structural devices. Students will have the opportunity to listen to, discuss, and analyze a range of songs. They will then choose a genre to delve deeper into and complete an independent research task, which can be presented to the class as a speech or in an alternative format. Our convenient print-and-go student booklet accompanies this unit, spanning 27 pages. It includes a personal media use survey, an introduction to music, an exploration of the functions of music, a discussion on genre in music, an explanation of song language terms, guidance on analyzing songs using a graphic organizer, tips on writing about language techniques, task sheets, a sample marking schedule, and much more. As a teacher, you will benefit from the included resources. We provide you with all the necessary teacher notes, a unit plan, marking keys, and even examples of advertising. In addition to this, we have compiled a long song list for deeper analysis, complete with YouTube and lyrics links. Our media unit and language study unit are suitable for all secondary-level classes, catering to students learning to analyse and understand a variety of texts. While some adjustments to the assessment schedule may be necessary to align with your school system, this unit has been well-received and proven highly effective. It is particularly suited for students aged approximately 13-15 years, including New Zealand Year 9, 10, or 11 students, Australian Year 8, 9, or 10 students, and UK Key Stage 3-4 students. This unit uses British English spelling. Enhance your teaching with this exciting and comprehensive unit, helping your students explore language techniques in music with confidence!

Introducing “Mastering Advertising Language: A Comprehensive Unit for Secondary English Students” This comprehensive unit focuses on exploring a wide range of visual and verbal language techniques employed in advertising. Get ready to analyze advertisements, master the art of creating your very own advertisement, and engage in an independent advertising analysis. This 32-page booklet covers everything from pre-unit surveys to visual and verbal language terms for advertising, appeals of advertising, analyzing adverts using an analysis grid, stereotypes and symbols in advertising, the art of crafting compelling slogans, writing about language techniques, task sheets, planning and writing pages, and even a sample essay marking schedule. As you explore the booklet, you’ll discover numerous other valuable resources that will enrich your understanding. There are also teacher resources to support the unit, including a suggested teacher unit plan, answer keys and notes, an example analysis sheet, and a collection of thought-provoking adverts. This complete media unit caters to all secondary-level classes in Australia and New Zealand where students are honing their skills in analyzing and comprehending a variety of texts. This unit is well-suited for students aged approximately 13-15 years, including New Zealand Year 9, 10, or 11 students, Australian Year 8, 9, or 10 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students. Please note that this product adheres to British English spelling conventions throughout, but I do try to minimise contentious words. Embark on this exciting educational journey today, and unlock the power of advertising language!

Introducing our comprehensive unit designed to guide Secondary English students through a CREATIVE WRITING TASK focusing on the technique of STREAM OF CONSCIOUSNESS. This unit is an excellent fit for Year 11 or Year 12 English students seeking to enhance their writing skills. With the flexibility to be easily adapted for distance learning, this unit can be seamlessly integrated into at-home instruction during times of Coronavirus restrictions. The core focus of this unit is personal stream of consciousness writing. Students will have the opportunity to reflect on their own thoughts and emotions, and subsequently plan and write a narrative that considers audience, purpose, and message. Key components of this unit include a 22-page print-and-go student booklet containing task sheets, planning pages, analysis of stream of consciousness texts, an editing checklist, and a marking schedule. Additionally, a comprehensive teaching plan is provided to support educators in guiding students through the creative writing process. This complete creative writing unit is suitable for all secondary level classes in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK that are exploring the art of crafting creative texts. Specifically tailored for students aged approximately 16-17 years old, this unit caters to New Zealand Year 12-13 students, Australian Year 11-12 students, and UK Key Stage 4 students. Please note that this product utilizes British English spelling throughout. Equip your students with the necessary tools and skills to master the technique of stream of consciousness writing with our comprehensive and adaptable creative writing unit.

Introducing our ready-to-print THIRTEEN REASONS WHY novel study resource, complete with a printable student booklet and a suggested unit plan for high school English teachers. Tailored for students studying the thought-provoking novel Thirteen Reasons Why in their High School English classes, this resource is perfect for engaging discussions and in-depth analysis. Designed for students aged approximately 15-17 years old, our student booklet provides a range of activities to explore the important themes and events in the novel. Start with a webquest task on the author, delve into character development using our unique Character file templates, examine the setting and context, and analyze the profound themes through comprehension questions. Stimulate creative writing with a writing task, and explore the text in terms of language techniques and symbols. Engage in big ideas discussions, develop critical thinking skills, and even prepare for interviews and presentations. Please note that this powerful story addresses adult themes, including sexual assault, suicide, substance abuse, and bullying. It is essential to fully consider these themes before teaching, ensuring appropriateness for your students. Our resource also includes essay structure and planning pages, making it an excellent choice for text analysis and essay preparation. Pair it perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available in our store. Effortlessly immerse your students in the compelling narrative of THIRTEEN REASONS WHY!

Introducing The Chaser by John Collier Short Story Unit. Our easy-to-follow resource provides a seamless teaching experience, offering extensive coverage of key elements such as comprehension questions, setting analysis, author details, figurative language exploration, annotating techniques, creative writing exercises, essay planning guidance, and much more. Tailored specifically for high school ELA or secondary English students studying “The Chaser,” this resource is suitable for students aged approximately 12-15 years, encompassing Years 7-10. The student booklet, which is printable and ready for immediate use, contains a wealth of engaging and educational activities to captivate your students. Dive into comprehensive short story notes, explore the author’s background through an exciting webquest task, develop observation skills to analyze the text, delve into the details of the setting, master the art of annotating, stimulate critical thinking with comprehension questions, foster creativity with writing tasks, map out themes and characters, explore language techniques, and receive guidance on essay structure and planning. To further support your teaching journey with The Chaser, we provide a sample teacher unit plan, simplifying the process and ensuring you have all the necessary tools to hit the ground running. Everything you need!

Discover The Velt by Ray Bradbury with this complete Short Story Study Unit. Designed to simplify your teaching experience, this user-friendly resource covers a wide array of topics. Dive into comprehension questions, explore the setting in detail, delve into the author’s background, analyze figurative language, practice annotating, engage in creative writing, and have a go at essay planning – all in one unit. With our suggested unit plan for teachers and a printable student booklet, you can effortlessly deliver engaging lessons without the hassle of searching for suitable text study resources. This resource is ideal for Australian students or students worldwide who are studying “The Velt” in class. Designed for students aged approximately 12-15 years. Unlock the potential of your teaching and save valuable time with this all-in-one resource for studying “The Velt” by Ray Bradbury.

Introducing our comprehensive LANGUAGE STUDY UNIT designed for Secondary English students, focusing on advertising language techniques and analysis. This unit is perfect for High School English students in Years 9-11 who are studying language techniques and want to explore how they are utilized to convey meaning in advertisements. The unit begins by providing an overview of the basics of advertising, followed by an in-depth analysis of the language used in advertisements. Students will then have the opportunity to find their own examples of advertisements and present their analysis to the class. The student booklet is a convenient print-and-go resource, accompanied by all necessary teacher notes, a unit plan, marking keys, and examples of advertisements. With this complete unit, you can save time and energy, as all the work is done for you! Includes: A 32-page print-and-go student booklet with - Pre-unit survey visual and verbal language terms for advertising appeals of advertising Analysing advertisements using an analysis grid Stereotypes, symbols in advertising Slogans How to write about language techniques Task sheets Planning and writing pages Sample essay marking schedule and so much more… 2. Teacher Resources, including: A teacher unit plan, Answer keys and notes Example analysis sheet Advertisements and examples This complete language study unit was created for Year 9 - Year 11 students in Australia and New Zealand, but can be used around the world for a similar purpose - you may just need to tweak the marking schedule to suit your schooling system. This product contains some British English spelling.

This short Film Study Unit on Schindler’s List is tailored for High School English classes. This engaging resource offers a good basic exploration of film techniques and analysis. Designed with pre-viewing and post-viewing questions, along with six fun activity stations and written response prompts, this unit promises an engaging experience with Schindler’s List. By delving into this pivotal film, high school students will grasp its important themes, characters, and cinematic techniques. The student film booklet encompasses all necessary worksheets for easy implementation of pre- and post-viewing activities, collaborative station tasks, and writing exercises. Accompanied by a sample unit plan and teacher notes, this resource makes it easy for educators to facilitate meaningful discussions and activities. While it does not include exhaustive answer keys, the scaffolded tasks ensure ease of use and understanding. This High School English Film Study Unit includes: A comprehensive 12-page student film study booklet featuring: Pre-viewing brainstorming exercises Viewing questions tailored for Schindler’s List Revision of film techniques Six activity stations focusing on key scenes, relationships, and character development Extended written response prompts suitable for Schindler’s List analysis Teacher Resources comprising: A sample two-week unit plan Exemplar notes on mise-en-scène Task cards for each activity station Ideal for English students seeking to refine their understanding of film analysis and techniques, this unit offers flexibility for integration into existing curriculum or as a standalone module. It’s also a valuable resource for substitute or relief teachers, ensuring continuity in learning during transitional periods.

Roman Fever by Edith Wharton Short Story Unit. Looking for a ready-to-use short story study for “Roman Fever” by Edith Wharton? Our resource comprises of a student booklet and a teacher’s plan that provides complete coverage of the essential elements of the story. With this straightforward teaching resource, you can save both time and effort while providing an in-depth educational experience for your students. Our resource covers all key elements such as comprehension questions, setting analysis, author details, figurative language exploration, annotating techniques, creative writing exercises, essay planning guidance, and much more. Perfect for upper High School ELA or upper Secondary English students studying “Roman Fever.” This resource caters to students aged approximately 15-18 years, encompassing Years 10-12. Our readily accessible student booklet is designed to be printed and used instantly. Within it, you’ll find a wealth of educational activities to immerse your students in this short story. Explore the author’s background via a webquest task, develop students’ observation skills by analyzing the text, delve into the details of the setting, master the art of annotating, stimulate critical thinking with Roman Fever comprehension questions, nurture creativity with writing tasks, map out themes and characters, explore language techniques, and receive sound guidance on essay structure and planning. Moreover, we also provide a Roman Fever sample teacher unit plan to simplify the process and ensure that you have all the necessary tools to drive success in your classroom. If you want a comprehensive resource for teaching “Roman Fever” by Edith Wharton, this resource is sure to make teaching this short story an engaging, thought-provoking, and educational experience for secondary English students.

This all-inclusive resource offers a** complete unit plan for teaching Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl, **featuring a printable student booklet, comprehension questions with answers, and a sample teacher’s plan. Key Features: Ready-to-Teach: Save time with this pre-prepared Anne Frank unit plan and printable student workbook, designed to streamline your teaching process and save you time! Comprehension Questions: Includes a full set of comprehension questions with answers, ensuring students grasp key elements of the novel. Versatile Usage: Ideal for English class or homeschool settings, suitable for students aged 10-15. Flexible Duration: The sample unit plan spans 6 weeks but can be adjusted to 4 weeks if in-class reading time is reduced. The booklet allows you to select specific pages, giving you control over the unit’s length and content. Contents of the Anne Frank Novel Study Booklet: Enquiry task on the author Anne Frank character file templates Setting and context analysis Anne Frank Comprehension questions with answers on character development, themes, and events Creative writing task Thematic analysis page Symbols analysis page Language techniques page Text observation activities Big ideas discussion pages Interview and presentation tasks Essay structure and planning pages Sample teacher unit plan for Anne Frank This unit is ideal for text analysis and essay writing preparation, and pairs well with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit available in my store. Everything is ready for immediate use, making teaching straightforward and effective. What’s Included: 42-page student booklet for analyzing Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl 8 pages of answer keys and sample planning PDF 53 page document.