A PowerPoint that works through the timing and advised structure for each question in AQA Language Paper 2 Some model responses in the PowerPoint Question 4 uses venn diagram model to help pupils explore similarities and differences Question 5 focuses on genre (or type), audience and purpose.

This resource focuses on analysis of ‘Shoulders’ by Naomi Shihab Nye. I walk them through how I would approach the question from planning, to the first paragraph. It is a scaffolded approach for mid to high ability. I give an AQA band 5 paragraph - thoughtful and considered - and ask them how this would be developed further. The final slide is a totally unseen poem - ‘For Heidi With Blue Hair’ with a given question. This is designed for them to test out the skills without scaffolded support. Good for Year 11 revision of unseen and tips before the exam. Also good in early stages of unseen work to build good habits.

First three lessons to aid study of ‘Boy’. I use this with Year 7. Lessons explore: Autobiographical writing Creative writing and building imagery Spelling tests Range of activities and links to first four chapters in Roald Dahl’s ‘Boy’

This is aimed at mid to high ability students and is designed for them to become an expert in a given poem from an anthology collection. I usually do this in pairs and they co-deliver a 30-45 minute lesson where the teacher can act as a participant to challenge and push understanding/questioning. This works when the PowerPoint is submitted to the teacher before the lesson. At this point the teacher can address misconceptions, develop tasks, propose alternative methods of delivery etc. I have successfully taught poetry like this for four years and the pupils love becoming an expert on their given poem. They also realise that careful thought must go into a good lesson and it ensures they give their peers respect when delivering their lesson. I have found it a great way to mix up poetry teaching and empower the pupils to lead.