A lesson which focuses on revising the plot of Macbeth through the use of dual coding. Pupils are encouraged to put the plot in the correct order through a series of images and then minimise the plot into manageable buzz words. A great lesson for GCSE pupils revisiting plot.

TWO LESSONS. A lesson which focuses on Section B of the WJEC / Eduqas GCSE spec. Pupils are asked to identify moments Macduff is in the play and then answer some challenging questions on him. A plan is also provided for teacher reference of all the key moments Macduff comes up in the play. The second lesson focuses on how to write a response about the character of Macduff. A full essay is included which covers Act 2-5. Designed for mid to high ability Year 11s.

A lesson centered on the argument between Titania and Oberon arguing over the changeling boy. Speed dating comprehension task for understanding, which include example responses my students came up with. Exam style question included as well for them to complete.

A lesson looking at the love potion and pros/cons. Analysis of Helena's character in a fun pass the quotation task. Colourful, engaging resource.

A lesson focused on writing a news report on Hermia being missing. Group work task which gives the students ownership and allows them to teach the rest of the class before writing up the report themselves.

A fun lesson for KS3 pupils. Game of taboo to recall common, well known villains. An example of how to show your character is a villain through a small piece of writing. A range of questions to allow pupils to focus on their character in detail. Easy to follow, fun and adaptable!

A fun lesson which is great for KS3 pupils. Starter is a game of taboo based on monsters. A range of descriptive writing examples included to model to pupils. Then move on to a focused piece of writing based on a spooky house. Fun & easily adaptable!

A lesson which centres around introducing the main characters of the novel: Nick, Gatsby, Daisy and Tom Buchanan. The powerpoint includes lots of information about the characters and the relationships between each other. The pupils then use the character map worksheet to link the characters to one another. This is a great introductory lesson to The Great Gatsby which can be adapted to suit KS3/KS4.

Two lessons. First lesson centres on the pupils understanding the love potions importance and then creating their own. Second lesson focuses on them persuading people to buy their love potion. Written example and worksheets included. Great for KS3 and can be altered to suit both lower and higher ability.

This lesson is designed as a revision lesson to refresh knowledge of the plot. It is great for all abilities as dual coding features heavily in the lesson. Lesson requires pupils to explore images linked to the plot and put them in order. They then have to reduce the plot down to ‘buzz words’ - i.e the plot in its shortest format.

A plot summary lesson which uses a range of skills: Numeracy starter Inference and deduction based on the image shown on the ppt i.e what will the play be about judging by the image? Listening skills, as well as taking notes at the same time. Plot summary sheet provided as well.

A lesson which includes a mini quiz with answers on Stave 2 and a worksheet centred on symbolism of Ghost of Christmas Past. My classes key ideas are included on the PowerPoint.

An interesting lesson which generated great discussions for the starter task. Main task includes reading the extract then speed dating comprehension questions before feeding back as a class. Deeper analysis and exploration of how this ghost differs to the rest.

An analysis lesson focusing on Simon's death. Challenging questions asked about the extract to allow for independent/paired analysis.

An analysis lesson focusing on the infamous balcony scene in Romeo and Juliet. Group work stations analysing: 1) Light references 2) Juliet's confidence/naivety 3) Religious imagery 4) Foreshadowing Worked very well with a high ability year 9 class and the feedback from each station is on the PowerPoint as well to make it incredibly easy to follow, adapt and edit.

An opening lesson to A Midsummer Night's Dream. Focuses on reading the opening and then how to see all viewpoints to enable them to write an effective argument. Group work involved.

A lesson which allows pupils to see the world through a photographer's eyes. Analysis lesson which allows pupils to iceberg (dig deep) into key quotations.

A fun exciting lesson which can be used by both KS3 and KS4. A range of recent film clips were shown to the pupils to engage them in how directors create tension in their films. Then the pupils pick their own film clip that they want to recreate in their writing. A model response is included to help.

A lesson looking at the differences between East and West Egg - an important concept within the novel The Great Gatsby. Pupils are encouraged to read the extract attached, highlighting and selecting quotations linked to the setting. The quotations are also on the ppt. Pupils are then asked to try to draw out what they think East/West Egg looks like on the map and then compare to the images on the ppt. Lastly, they compare the differences between East and West Egg.

An introduction lesson to War of the Worlds. Great for both KS3 and KS4 as you can adapt the lesson to fit the needs of your pupils. The lesson focuses on the pupils making predictions based around certain images included on the powerpoint. These images link to the radio broadcast of War of the Worlds. Pupils then listen to the radio broadcast to see for themselves and answer some empathic questions based around the broadcast.