A collection of worksheets and resources allowing students to independently analyse and revise poems for AQA GCSE English Literature. Promotes independent, original responses, analysis and identification of language features and encourages students to consider their effect. Includes visuals matched to quotations in order to aid retention of texts and promote conversation about the key themes Includes poems from the Power and Conflict anthology as well as resources that can be used for unseen.

Perfect for a detailed look at the character and symbolism of Eva Smith. Includes exam style questions, complex ideas about symbolism and work sheets to help memorise quotations about this pivitol character. Perfect for KS4 once they have read the whole plot.

This information heavy lesson is ideal for KS4 who have an understanding of the play as a whole. It looks at why characters feel guilt and Shakespeare’s purpose behind this and includes extended writing tasks so students can develop these skills Fits with Assessment Objectives for the AQA specification but can easily be adapted to fit other specs.

This lesson introduces students to Henley’s poem, the key themes, language analysis and contextual information. Ideal for KS3 or KS4 unseen poetry.

A comprehensive lesson running through how the theme of ambition is presented through the characters of Macbeth, Lady Macbeth and Banquo. Includes some contextual information, card/quote sort activities.

This fully resourced and detailed lesson guides students through the reading of the scene and annotations. It engages them in the concept of stage craft and introduces them to analysing language and vocabulary. Ideal for KS4, taking into account the AQA assessment objectives. Should take 1-2 hours to complete in detail.

A thorough, structured and differentiated lesson designed to guide students through the theme of racism in the great depression and Of Mice and Men. PPT is on a dyslexia friendly back ground. Ideal for mature KS3, sparks conversation and consideration of contextual features that are still relevant today. Includes an essay style question and structure strips to support students confidence and independence.

A booklet encouraging students to engage with some classic works of literature. Most activities are based around comprehension skills and skills required for AQA’s Language Paper 1 including language analysis and creative writing. Perfect as a series of short tasks completed as homework, in form time or as revision tasks. Ideal as a KS3 to 4 transition piece.

This lesson allows students to understand D H Lawrence’s poem in detail, taking into account Biblical imagery and language features. Ideal for those preparing for AQA’s unseen poetry or high ability KS3 looking to further their understanding of poetry and analysis skills.

This is a comprehensive lesson guiding students through an extract from Stephen King’s IT. This lesson works through a suspenseful and sinister extract. Gives example answers and allows students to make associations across genres and texts, improving their comprehension and vocabulary. Ideal for KS4 studying section A of Language Paper 1.

A wide selection of resources helping students to prepare for AQA’s language paper 1, specifically section A. These extracts cover a variety of genres, styles and are suitable for both high and low abilities. Great if you have some quality time to spend with your KS4 students before their final exam.

This is a fully differentiated lesson examining the importance of family in A Christmas Carol. It includes round robin activities as well as opportunity for individual response and extended writing development. Ideal for KS4 preparing for the AQA specification

A selection of resources designed to engage students with creative writing tasks, using Of Mice and Men as a starting point. Includes a feedback task getting students to focus on the use of possessive apostrophes

This lessons takes a multisensory and abstract approach to creative writing. Allowing students to see literary examples of writing and then giving them the tools to create their own piece based on the season of spring. The lesson looks at the symbolism of the seasons, how this can influence our writing. Then gets students to construct their own description using these tools. Ideal for High Ability KS3 or KS4 preparing for GCSE Language Paper 1 Designed to be delivered over 2-3 lessons

A selection of resources designed to support KS4 students in revising for AQA’s literature paper 1 A. Ideal for both independent work and class lead activities. This includes a structured workbook designed to test students’ knowledge and all them to think in alternative ways to promote originality within exam responses

A lesson guiding students through the context of the deserving and undeserving poor in A Christmas Carol and analysis of the language describing the Cratchits and their purpose within the novella. Ideal for GCSE, includes structured exam style responses as well as group work in the form of a round robin. Extension tasks are littered throughout and students are encouraged to draw similarities between Victorian England and modern society - enabling them to build their cultural capital and enhance their knowledge for AO3. Uses the AQA assessment objectives to inform activities and help familiarize students with the assessment criteria.

A lesson guiding students through reflective time after an assessment. Uses the AQA specification to inform feedback. Includes example answer and engaging kagan style activities

A pre-completed storyboard for the key events in The Tempest. Ideal for KS3.

An extract and worksheet looking at The Hunger Games, focusing students on the character and behaviours of Katniss as well as understanding the plot of the novel.

An analysis sheet guiding students through revision of the poem and key images and themes