This Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity uses Banjo Paterson’s ‘WALTZING MATILDA’ to help students learn about poetry analysis. This is a great classic Australian song which many voted to have as the National Anthem at one time! It’s the story of a happy-go-lucky swagman who just wants to go dancing with his sweetheart. Workshop takes 2-4 lessons. This poetry analysis booklet can be instantly printed for students. 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 10-12, Australia Years 9-11, USA Years 9-11, and Britain Years 10-12 (Key Stage 4-5). Included: A list of language techniques to look for 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

Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity with Banjo Paterson’s The Man from Snowy River. This great Australian poem is perfect for looking at the the cost of war and the way everyone is made the same in death. 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 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 Australian poetry close reading workshop

Drop into the thrilling world of THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins with our ready-to-print novel study unit. Say goodbye to endless search for text study resources because we’ve got you covered with a printable student booklet and a comprehensive teacher’s plan. Designed for students in Australia and beyond who are studying this gripping novel in class, our HUNGER GAMES resource is a game changer. Immerse your students in a dystopian society with this story of survival. Perfect for students aged approximately 14-17, our student booklet is jam-packed with engaging Hunger Games activities that will keep your students entertained and eager to learn. Dive into character analysis, explore the themes and motifs, and discuss the thought-provoking concepts that Collins skillfully weaves into her narrative. With our ready-to-print resource, you’ll save time and effort, allowing you to focus on what you do best: inspiring and empowering your students through the magic of literature. So, grab your mockingjay pin and get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through THE HUNGER GAMES! Student booklet includes: Webquest task on the author Hunger Games Character files Hunger Games Setting Context Hunger Games Comprehension Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Creative writing task Hunger Games Themes page Symbols page Language Techniques page Observing the text Big Ideas discussion pages Interview and Presentation Essay structure and planning pages +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!

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 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!

Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity with Australian Poet Dorothea Mackellar’s poem ‘My Country’. This great Australian poem is perfect for looking at the fantastic and varied Australian landscape, which is both terrifyingly harsh and amazingly beautiful. 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 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

Check out this great short story unit on All Summer in a Day by Ray Bradbury/ This resource package includes an easy to print student booklet and a teacher’s plan, covering all aspects of the All Summer in a Day short story, saving you valuable time and effort in searching for appropriate text study materials. This user-friendly resource is perfect for high school ELA or secondary English students studying “All Summer in a Day” in the classroom. It caters to students approximately aged 12-16 years, spanning Years 8-11. The student booklet is ready to be printed and offers a wealth of educational content. It includes comprehensive short story notes, a webquest task to explore details about the author, exercises to enhance text observation skills, analysis of the story’s setting, effective strategies for annotating the story, All Summer in a Day comprehension questions to deepen understanding, engaging creative writing tasks, mapping of important themes in “All Summer in a Day,” character analysis and mapping, a dedicated page on language techniques, and sound guidance for essay structure and planning. To simplify your teaching process, we also provide a sample teacher All Summer in a Day unit plan, which offers a clear framework to guide your lesson planning. Make your teaching experience of “All Summer in a Day” seamless with this comprehensive resource. With all the necessary materials at your disposal, you can effortlessly engage your students and guide them through a thorough analysis of this captivating short story.

This comprehensive resource offers a ready-to-teach unit plan for Hitler’s Daughter by Jackie French, complete with a printable student booklet and detailed teacher’s guide. This easy-to-use unit plan for Hitlers Daughter by Jackie French includes a printable student booklet, making it effortless for teachers to provide a structured and engaging text study experience. Ideal for students in Australia and other regions studying this novel, this resource is designed for students aged 10-13. This “Hitler’s Daughter” Novel Study Booklet Includes: Webquest task about the author Character file templates Setting analysis Context exploration Comprehension questions focusing on key character developments, themes, and events Creative writing task Themes page Symbols page Language techniques page Text observation activities Big ideas discussion pages Interview and presentation task Essay structure and planning pages Sample teacher unit plan This unit is perfect for text analysis and preparing for essay writing. It pairs seamlessly with the Text Response Essay Writing Unit available in my store. Everything you need to teach this novel effortlessly is included. So simple and ready to use!

Literary Terms & Vocabulary for Secondary English Classrooms x100 - A Colourful & Super Easy and Attractive Print & Display Frieze or Word Wall to Make Your Classroom Shine. 100 English- related Key Words and Terms to display around your room to add instant wow factor and add colour - while helping your students learn basic English terminology and vocabulary which will help them achieve success in their work. Designed as a frieze, these literary terms can be placed around the room as a border, around a bulletin board, under the whiteboard, or on your door. Or create a word wall in one area to add information and interest to your room. All the general terms are here: Analogy, Ambiguity, Allusion, Bias, Colloquialism, Contrast, Conflict, Cliché, Euphemism, Hyperbole, Irony, Jargon, Metaphor, Oxymoron, Paradox, Pun, Satire, Slang, Symbolism, Connotation, Homonym, Register, Mood, Suspense, Theme, Plot … Now includes character types & novel terms such as stock/static/round & red herring, resolution, turning point, and so on. and many more. 34 pages. English, Secondary English, English classroom, secondary English classroom, English classroom display, English classroom posters, English terms, English literary terms, English vocabulary, English key words

These CLASSIC EXCERPTS EDITING WORKSHEETS for high school English students inspire interest in classic novels as students work to find the 20 spelling, punctuation and grammar errors hidden in each one. 10 different editing worksheets, with answer keys. Perfect bellringers or writing skills activities to improve student writing skills these HIGH SCHOOL EDITING WORKSHEETS are perfect for ELA English students in Years 9-12 English classes. Students will develop their vocabulary through engaging games. Ideas for differentiation included in the instructions. These exercises are excellent for revision of punctuation rules, homonyms, spelling and grammar skills. Included: 10 Editing Worksheets with Marking Keys

25 great English Classroom Posters for ENGLISH CLASSROOM DECOR showing FAMOUS AUTHORS POSTERS from history. Perfect for Secondary or High School teachers wanting to inspire a bit more reading and text knowledge in their students - also good as discussion starters or writing prompts! An easy and attractive display. Let me save you some time! Includes: 25 Classic Authors Posters

These **TEEN FICTION EDITING WORKSHEETS for high school English students **inspire interest in current teen fiction as students work to find the 20 spelling, punctuation and grammar errors hidden in each one. 10 different editing worksheets based on well-known teen fiction excerpts, complete with answer keys. Perfect bellringers or writing skills activities to improve student writing skills these HIGH SCHOOL EDITING WORKSHEETS are perfect for ELA English students in Years 9-12 English classes. Students will develop their vocabulary through engaging games. Ideas for differentiation included in the instructions. These exercises are excellent for revision of punctuation rules, homonyms, spelling and grammar skills. Texts Used for this Editing Worksheet Set: Paper Towns – John Green (Excerpt) 2.Tomorrow, When the War Began – John Marsden (Excerpt) 3.Twilight – Stephenie Meyer (Excerpt) 4.The Hunger Games – Suzanne Collins (Excerpt) 5.The Giver – Lois Lowry (Excerpt) 6.Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone – J. K. Rowling (Excerpt) 7.The Perks of Being a Wallflower – Stephen Chbosky (Excerpt) 8.Divergent – Veronica Roth (Excerpt) 9.Thirteen Reasons Why – Jay Asher (Excerpt) 10.The Book Thief – Markus Zusak (Excerpt) Included: 10 Editing Worksheets with Marking Keys

Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity with Australian Poet Henry Lawson’s ‘Up The Country’. This great Australian poem is a super fun study - with Lawson totally bagging out the Australian bush and all the idyllic images painted of it through others’ poetry. He and Banjo Paterson had an epic poetry battle - one poking fun and one defending the Aussie countryside and ideas. 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 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 Australian poetry close reading workshop

A ready-to-print 1984 novel study on 1984 by George Orwell complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan. This easy to follow resource provides a ready 1984 unit plan for teachers and 1984 student booklet which is printable and ready to teach, saving you time and effort searching for suitable text study resources. Suits students in High School English classes 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 1984 Character file templates 1984 Setting Context 1984 Chapter Questions on the novel looking at important character changes, ideas, themes and events Dairy entry writing task 1984 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: 28-page student booklet for analysis of 1984 / Nineteen Eighty Four

This Poetry Analysis Workshop for close reading activity uses Banjo Paterson’s ‘WALTZING MATILDA’ to help students learn about poetry analysis. This is a great classic Australian song which many voted to have as the National Anthem at one time! It’s the story of a happy-go-lucky swagman who just wants to go dancing with his sweetheart. TPT DIGITAL Resource Ready! Workshop takes 2-4 lessons. This poetry analysis booklet can be instantly printed for students. 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 10-12, Australia Years 9-11, USA Years 9-11, and Britain Years 10-12 (Key Stage 4-5). Included: A list of language techniques to look for 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

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!

This swift two-week Film Study, focusing on Baz Luhrmann’s rendition of Romeo and Juliet, is tailored for High School English classes, offering students a rapid yet comprehensive review of film techniques and analysis. Featuring pre-viewing and post-viewing inquiries, six interactive activity stations, and written response prompts, this dynamic film unit provides a condensed but enriching exploration of Romeo and Juliet. By immersing themselves in the Romeo and Juliet film, students will gain a deep understanding of its themes, characters, and distinctive cinematic elements. Our user-friendly film study booklet includes all essential worksheets for pre- and post-viewing activities, collaborative station tasks, and writing exercises. Enhanced with a sample unit plan and teacher notes, this resource empowers educators to facilitate insightful discussions and activities. While detailed answer keys are not provided, the structured tasks ensure intuitive comprehension. This Romeo and Juliet High School English Film Study Unit comprises: A comprehensive 12-page student film study booklet featuring: Pre-viewing brainstorming activities Viewing questions tailored to Romeo and Juliet Revision of film techniques Exploration of Baz Luhrmann’s Red Curtain Cinema techniques Six activity stations focusing on pivotal scenes, relationships, and character development Extended written response prompts for deeper analysis Teacher Resources including: A sample two-week film unit plan Example 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 also serves as a valuable resource for substitute or relief teachers, ensuring continuity in learning during transitional periods. *Please note: *The purchase of the film is required to complete this unit. *Detailed answer keys for each page are not included, but tasks are scaffolded for ease of comprehension and examples are provided for more challenging exercises. Looking for an immersive high school film unit that delves deep into film techniques and analysis? Explore our comprehensive Film Study for Any Film, designed to engage upper high school students in crafting technical film essays with finesse.

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.

A ready-to-print Australian novel study and Aboriginal text study on Phillip Gwynne’s DEADLY UNNA complete with printable student booklet and teacher’s plan. This easy to follow resource provides a ready Deadly Unna unit plan for teachers and Deadly Unna 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 12-15 years of age: New Zealand Year 9-11 students, Australian Year 7-9 students. Student booklet includes: Webquest task on the author Deadly Unna Character file templates Setting Context Deadly Unna Chapter 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 Deadly, Unna?