Punctuation mini booklet: en dash, hyphen, and em dash - GCSE / A Level with Macbeth theme

A Macbeth-themed literacy worksheet designed to help students understand how to use the hyphen (-), en dash (–), and em dash (—) through creative and analytical writing tasks.

The worksheet includes:

• Clear explanations, examples, and literary connections

• Guided practice using Macbeth quotations

• Creative writing extension (“The Haunted Classroom”)

• A-Level challenge: linking punctuation to theme, tone, and power

• Ofsted literacy mapping (Intent, Implementation, Impact)

It is useful for GCSE English Language/Literature and A-Level English classes. It will help build AO5/AO6 writing skills and analytical confidence.

This resource is ideal for English teachers seeking a fun, contextual punctuation lesson that blends literacy and literature.