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 “Exploring Visual and Verbal Language Techniques: A Complete Static Images Unit for Secondary English Students.” This Static Images unit is perfect for Year 9 or Year 10 English students learning about the power of visual and verbal language techniques in the media. We have developed this unit specifically to guide kids step-by-step through the world of static images, such as posters and advertising. This complete unit is focused on developing student understanding of a wide range of visual and verbal language techniques which are used in static images. They will have the opportunity to create your very own static image and complete an independent analysis of static images. Provided is a convenient print-and-go student booklet. This 27-page booklet covers various aspects, including an introduction to static images, visual and verbal language terms, analyzing static images using an analysis grid, exploring stereotypes, symbols, and codes in visual language, guidance on how to write about static images, task sheets, planning and writing pages, a sample static image marking schedule, and much more. As you navigate through the booklet, use the accompanying PowerPoint with static image examples and task exemplars to further enhance your understanding. This complete media unit and language study unit is suitable for lower secondary classes in Australia and New Zealand. It has been successfully implemented in both countries, and while you may need to make adjustments to the assessment schedule to align with your system, it has proven to be highly effective. This unit is particularly suitable 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 contains British English spelling.

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 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.

Presenting our collection of FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE WORKSHEETS designed specifically for high school English students. These worksheets are aimed at fostering student confidence in identifying and explaining the use of various figurative language techniques. With a total of 10 different activities, these worksheets are a time-saving resource that will greatly benefit both educators and students. They can be utilized as bellringers or as writing skills activities, helping students improve their overall writing abilities. Designed for Secondary English students in Years 7-12, these worksheets provide ample opportunities for students to enhance their understanding and application of figurative language techniques. To provide a range of options and keep students engaged, the instructions also include ideas for differentiation and variety. Included with this resource are: 10 figurative language worksheets, accompanied by answer keys.

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.

Introducing our Secondary English Class Starters or ELA Bell Ringers that will effectively engage students and develop their essential skills while transitioning into the class. These fun and meaningful tasks focus on vocabulary, editing, sentencing, writing, and figurative language, promoting critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. Term 1 Class Starters: 10 Weeks, 5 Tasks per Week. Bell Ringers or Class Starters are highly effective in achieving the following: Establishing a regular routine: By starting with these tasks, students enter the class and prepare themselves for work, fostering a productive mindset. Reducing transition time: Minimize wasteful time between classes, ensuring a seamless transition and maximizing instructional time. Settling students: Having clear expectations helps minimize behavioral issues and ensures readiness for learning, especially for students who thrive on routine. Developing essential skills: These activities focus on editing and writing skills that are transferable to various assignments and tasks. Addressing the hidden curriculum: Our Class Starters also cover spelling, comprehension, language skills, and critical thinking. Whether you call them Class Starters, Bell Ringers, Bell Work, Do Nows, or Warm Ups, they all work effectively in high school English classes! Perfect for Secondary English classes for students in Year 9 - 12. Although some vocabulary words may pose a challenge for Year 7-8 students, they can decipher them with provided definitions and sentencing practice. On the other hand, Year 12 students may find some tasks easier, but in my experience, the majority of students at all levels enjoy doing Bell Ringers and find them beneficial. Each weekly set includes the following tasks: Viewing/listening task utilizing a variety of videos and songs. Sentencing task involving sentence combination or expansion. Vocabulary word of the week, including definition, sentence usage, and finding synonyms and antonyms. Writing task focusing on reflective, creative, or opinionative writing. Editing task with emphasis on figurative language recognition and author’s purpose. Please note: This set of Class Starters may contain some examples of British English spelling, though I make an effort to avoid words that may cause any issues. Get your Secondary English classes off to a strong start with our engaging and skill-focused Class Starters or ELA Bell Ringers!

Introducing our comprehensive FILM STUDY UNIT centered around Kevin Reynolds’ film “The Count of Monte Cristo,” designed to guide High School English students through a thorough analysis of the film. This Count of Monte Cristo film unit focuses on developing a deep understanding of how visual techniques are utilized to convey meaning in film. By the end of this unit, students will have achieved excellent comprehension of the film and be familiar with it inside out. The student booklet is provided as a 40-page print-and-go resource and includes pre-watching activities, post-watching discussions, a focus on film storytelling, a list of film techniques, analysis sheets for scenes, characters, and themes, as well as for setting, symbols, motif, mis-en-scene, montage, and even bloopers. Additionally, the booklet includes essay questions for further analysis. To support teachers, we have included a teacher unit plan, answer keys for activities, and multiple analysis pages. Please note that you will need to purchase the film separately. This complete COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO FILM STUDY UNIT is suitable for high school English students who are learning to analyze and understand film techniques. It is perfect for students aged approximately 13-15 years old, including US Lower High School students, New Zealand Year 9, 10, or 11 students, Australian Year 8, 9, or 10 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students. Please be aware that this product utilizes British English spelling throughout, with an effort made to avoid contentious words wherever possible. Equip your students with the necessary tools and skills to conduct a thorough analysis of “The Count of Monte Cristo” through our comprehensive and adaptable FILM STUDY UNIT.

Introducing our comprehensive ANY FILM STUDY UNIT designed to guide High School English students through a in-depth analysis of ANY FILM of your choice in the classroom. This unit focuses on developing a deep understanding of how visual techniques are utilized to convey meaning in film. By the end of this unit, students will have a thorough knowledge of the chosen film, having analyzed it extensively. The student booklet is provided as a print-and-go resource and includes a variety of activities such as a brief history of film, pre-watching activities, post-watching discussions, analysis of film storytelling elements (plot, characters, setting, theme), a terminology list of film techniques, analysis sheets for scenes, characters, themes, as well as for setting, symbols, motif, mis-en-scene, montage, and essay questions. To support teachers, we have included a sample film study teacher unit plan, answer keys for activities, and example analysis pages. You will need to purchase the film of your choice separately. This complete FILM STUDY UNIT is suitable for high school English students who are learning to analyze films and understand film techniques. It is perfect for any High School English Language Arts classes. Please note that while our normal usage follows British English spelling conventions, we have made every effort to avoid contentious words. You should not find many, if any, controversial terms in this unit. Equip your students with the necessary tools and skills to conduct a thorough film analysis through our comprehensive and adaptable FILM STUDY UNIT.

Introducing our comprehensive step-by-step unit designed to guide Secondary English students through their first high-school style Technical Film Essay writing, centered around film techniques. This unit is ideal for Year 10 students onward in High School English, providing them with a clear and concise guide to referencing and discussing film techniques in their essays. Although you may already have multiple essay writing sheets, this single, well-formatted, and easy-to-follow guide is perfect for students who need to feel more confident in writing visual text essays. By following this format, students can learn and use the writing structure to perform well in their exams. This is something you can confidently promise to your students. Included in this comprehensive unit is a 9-page print-and-go student booklet. This booklet features essay questions and terminology, a guide to essay structure, examples of all sections, step-by-step instructions for writing a first technical film essay using a template, a checklist, and a sample essay marking schedule. This complete essay writing unit is suitable for all secondary level classes in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK that aim to develop text response essay writing skills. This system has been successfully utilized in both countries and is specifically targeted towards students aged approximately 14+ years old, including New Zealand Year 10 and above, Australian Year 10 and above, and UK Key Stage 3 and above. Please note that this product utilizes British English spelling throughout, albeit with a conscious effort to avoid contentious words. Equip your students with the necessary tools and skills to craft compelling Technical Film Essays through our comprehensive and adaptable essay writing unit.

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.

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 engaging and interactive set of PRE READING STATIONS, suitable for ANY NOVEL and inclusive of student worksheets and teacher instructions. This dynamic resource allows students to actively participate in a series of enjoyable and collaborative activities. Simply print the materials and watch as your students dive into a set of quick and engaging tasks! Our easy-to-follow resource provides six interesting and fun pre-reading activities, covering various aspects such as the novel’s cover and title, insights into the author’s life and other works, the context surrounding the novel, the captivating first line, and genre exploration. Each of the 6 activities is designed to take approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on the pace of your students. Perfect for students in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK who are studying a novel in class, our pre-reading stations suit students aged approximately 11-15 years old. This includes New Zealand Year 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12 students, Australian Year 8, 9, 10, or 11 students, and UK Key Stage 3 students. Promote active learning and enhance student engagement with these versatile pre-reading stations.

Introducing our ready-to-print BOY OVERBOARD novel study unit on Boy Overboard by Morris Gleitzman, complete with a printable student booklet and a suggested teacher’s plan. This easy-to-follow resource is designed to save you valuable time and effort in searching for suitable text study materials. Ideal for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this engaging novel in class, our Boy Overboard unit is perfectly tailored for students aged approximately 10-14 years old. Our student booklet includes a range of engaging activities, such as a webquest task on the author, character file templates for Boy Overboard, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a creative writing task, dedicated pages for themes, symbols, and language techniques, exercises to observe the text, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance. In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum. Furthermore, our Boy Overboard unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills in preparation for essay writing. With everything you need, our BOY OVERBOARD novel study unit is a convenient solution for a comprehensive learning experience. Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!

Introducing our ready-to-print First Nations SISTER HEART novel study unit and Aboriginal text study on SISTER HEART by Sally Morgan, including a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan. This easy-to-follow resource is designed to save you valuable time and effort in searching for appropriate text study materials. Perfect for students in Australia and New Zealand who are studying this powerful novel in class, our SISTER HEART unit is specifically tailored for students aged approximately 12-15 years old, encompassing New Zealand Year 9-11 students and Australian Year 7-9 students. Our student booklet features a range of engaging activities, including a webquest task on the author, character file templates for SISTER HEART, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a diary entry writing task, pages dedicated to themes, symbols, and language techniques, exercises to observe the text, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance. In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum. Furthermore, our SISTER HEART unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills in preparation for essay writing. With everything you need readily available, our SISTER HEART novel study unit and Aboriginal text study is a convenient solution for a comprehensive and enriching learning experience. Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!

Introducing our ready-to-print Novel Study and Text Study on TRASH by Andy Mulligan, complete with a printable Trash student booklet and suggested Trash teacher’s plan. This easy-to-follow Trash resource is designed to save you precious time and effort in searching for suitable text study materials. Ideal for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this captivating novel in class, our TRASH unit is tailored for students aged approximately 12-15 years old. Our student booklet includes a range of activities to engage students, such as a webquest task on the author, character file templates, exploration of the setting and context, comprehension questions that delve into character changes, ideas, themes, and events, a diary entry writing task, dedicated pages for themes, symbols, and language techniques, text observation exercises, thought-provoking discussions on big ideas, interview and presentation tasks, and essay structure and planning guidance. In addition, we provide a sample teacher unit plan to assist you in seamlessly integrating this unit into your curriculum. Furthermore, our TRASH unit pairs perfectly with our Text Response Essay Writing Unit, available separately in our store, to help students develop their text analysis skills. With everything you need at your fingertips, our TRASH Novel Study and Text Study is a hassle-free solution for an enriching learning experience. Get ready to pick up and run with this novel – it’s that easy!

Introducing our comprehensive PERSUASIVE WRITING UNIT, designed to guide Secondary English students through the intricacies of persuasive language techniques and analysis. Perfect for High School English students in Years 7-10 who are studying persuasive language and its impact on creating meaning. This unit begins by covering the basics of persuasive writing before delving into a thorough analysis of persuasive language techniques. Students will follow step-by-step graphic organizers and exercises to develop their own persuasive essays. Our ready-to-print student booklet accompanies teacher notes, a unit plan, and a marking schedule, providing a complete package that saves you time and energy. Included in this persuasive writing unit: A 25-page print-and-go student booklet that covers: An introduction to persuasive writing Key persuasive language terms The art of persuasion Analysis of a persuasive speech script Generation of persuasive topics Planning and writing pages, broken down into easily manageable steps Sample essay marking schedule Sample teaching plan Teacher keys And more… While originally created for Year 9 - Year 11 students in Australia and New Zealand, this versatile resource can be used worldwide for similar purposes. Simply adjust the marking schedule to complement your school system. Please note that this product contains some British English spelling. Let our PERSUASIVE WRITING UNIT do the work for you, providing a comprehensive and structured approach to teaching persuasive language techniques and analysis. Grab your copy today and watch your students’ persuasive writing skills flourish!

Introducing our ready-to-print EVERYTHING EVERYTHING Novel Study Unit, specially designed for teachers in need of a comprehensive and engaging resource. This user-friendly package includes a printable student booklet and suggested teacher’s plan, saving you valuable time and effort in searching for suitable text study resources. Tailored for students aged approximately 14-18 years old, our EVERYTHING EVERYTHING student booklet offers a range of activities to fully explore and analyze Nicola Yoon’s captivating novel. Perfect for students in Australia and beyond studying this novel in class, our resource will spark meaningful discussions and foster critical thinking skills. Inside our student booklet, you will find a webquest task on the author, Character file templates for in-depth exploration, a deep dive into the novel’s setting and context, comprehension questions that focus on character development, ideas, themes, and events, a creative writing task, and dedicated pages exploring the novel’s themes, symbols, and language techniques. With our ready-to-use unit plan, you’ll have everything you need to effortlessly guide your students through a comprehensive study of EVERYTHING EVERYTHING. So, don’t waste time searching for resources - pick up our EVERYTHING EVERYTHING Novel Study Unit and transform your classroom into a hub of literary exploration!

Introducing our ready-to-print DETENTION Novel Study Unit, designed for teachers looking for a comprehensive and engaging resource. Our user-friendly unit includes a printable student booklet and a suggested teacher’s plan, eliminating the need for time-consuming searches for suitable text study resources. Tailored for students aged approximately 10-15 years old, our DETENTION student booklet immerses students in the enthralling narrative of the novel by Trist Bancks. Perfect for students in Australia and beyond studying this novel in class, our resource is a valuable tool for cultivating critical thinking and analysis skills. Our complete resource includes a range of activities to engage students with the text, including comprehension questions, character profiles, creative writing tasks, and more. With everything you need in one convenient package, our DETENTION Novel Study Unit saves precious preparation time, allowing you to focus on your students.

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!