Discover the ultimate destination for dynamic English and teaching resources at Mr. Mac's Resource Packs on TES.
Specializing in GCSE/IGCSE revision, our store offers meticulously designed, concise guides and comprehensive lesson packs that promise to elevate your students' learning experience.
Each resource is crafted by experts to ensure grade 9 success, incorporating key literary devices, contextual insights, and structured revision strategies.
Welcome to Mr Mac's Resource Packs!
Discover the ultimate destination for dynamic English and teaching resources at Mr. Mac's Resource Packs on TES.
Specializing in GCSE/IGCSE revision, our store offers meticulously designed, concise guides and comprehensive lesson packs that promise to elevate your students' learning experience.
Each resource is crafted by experts to ensure grade 9 success, incorporating key literary devices, contextual insights, and structured revision strategies.
Welcome to Mr Mac's Resource Packs!
Storm on the Island, Seamus Heaney
Are you looking for an engaging and comprehensive resource to help your students understand Storm on the Island by Seamus Heaney? Look no further than this 30 page lesson resource which has been carefully curated by an AQA/Eduqas specialist!
With detailed revision mats and paragraph writing support sheets included for free, this resource provides everything your students need to craft a top-notch response and achieve a grade 9 response. Thanks to its eye-catching design, this resource can even be printed off and used as a beautiful, 30-page booklet!
In addition to its helpful revision tools, this resource also includes detailed analysis of the Storm on the Island’s themes, language, structure and context. And with interactive activities and discussion prompts, your students will be engaged and inspired to dive deeper into the poem’s meaning and learn more about Seamus Heaney’s life.
Whether you’re looking for a complete lesson or just need some extra resources to supplement your existing curriculum, this 30 slide resource is a must-have for any English teacher. So why wait? Download your copy today and give your students the tools they need to succeed!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
A great bargain here! A range of exciting and engaging resource that will help support the skills needed to teach P1, Q5, particularly with reference to the use of sensory description correctly.
Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ and relevant lesson that will enable pupils to connect with their learning.
This includes:
-A reflective and guided ‘descriptive writing’ strip that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content.
-A number of scaffolded tasks which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for P1, Q5.
-A truly unique and interesting range of video resources (find the links on the powerpoint!) that drive the lesson forward.
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
Our Persepolis revision guide is perfect for exam preparation or as a quick teacher guide!
Quickly unlock the layered storytelling of Marjane Satrapi’s life from her youth in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution to her challenging experiences in Europe and eventual self-imposed exile.
Our meticulously structured guide covers the entire scope of the graphic novel, highlighting Marji’s journey against the backdrop of political and social unrest.
Features Include:
Comprehensive Summaries: Detailed breakdowns of both parts of Satrapi’s narrative, emphasizing key events in Marji’s life that shape her identity and beliefs.
Historical Context: Gain insights into the political dynamics of Iran from the overthrow of the Shah to the horrors of the Iran-Iraq War, enhancing your understanding of the setting and its influence on the story.
Character Analysis: Detailed exploration of major characters including Marji, her parents, and Uncle Anoosh, focusing on their influence on Marji’s development and their individual responses to the regime’s oppressiveness.
Themes and Symbolism: An in-depth look at the themes of rebellion, identity, resistance, and the impact of exile, complemented by an analysis of the graphic novel’s striking black-and-white artwork.
Visual and Literary Devices: Explore how Satrapi combines text and imagery to convey complex emotions and narratives, making effective use of the graphic novel format.
This guide is an essential tool for anyone seeking to fully appreciate the nuances of Satrapi’s work, whether for academic purposes, book club discussions, or personal study.
It not only aids in understanding the literal aspects of Persepolis but also encourages readers to connect with the emotional and symbolic layers of the story.
Find more resources like this on Mr Mac’s Resource Packs!
Unlock George Orwell’s “1984” with this comprehensive two-page revision resource, designed to enhance your understanding of this pivotal work.
Whether you have students preparing for exams or simply want an easy to use text guide, this guide is your ultimate tool for grasping the intricate themes and complex narrative of Orwell’s dystopian world quickly.
This meticulously crafted resource offers a concise yet thorough overview of the novel’s key elements—from its historical context to its chilling relevance in today’s digital age.
Each section of the guide is tailored to illuminate the underlying themes of surveillance, propaganda, and the manipulation of truth that define the totalitarian regime of Oceania.
Features Include:
Historical Context: Understand the influence of the Cold War, Orwell’s experiences in the Spanish Civil War, and the totalitarian regimes of the 20th century on the narrative.
Modern Connections: Explore the parallels between the novel’s themes and today’s issues such as digital surveillance, fake news, and the erosion of privacy.
Detailed Summaries: Concise summaries of each part of the book provide a clear storyline, focusing on Winston Smith’s transformation from a rebellious thinker to a subdued conformist.
Character Analysis: Delve into the psychology and actions of key characters including Winston, Julia, and O’Brien, and their roles in the themes of power, resistance, and betrayal.
Thematic Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of the pervasive themes of control, resistance, and the impact of authoritarian governance on the human spirit.
Literary Devices: Explore Orwell’s use of paradoxical language, internal dialogue, and symbolism to enhance the impact of his message.
Enhance your learning experience and master “1984” with our indispensable two-page revision guide.
Find more resources like this on Mr Mac’s Resource Packs!
A short stories unit of exciting lessons that support pupils in identifying the skills necessary for analysing short stories in all their shapes and forms!
Throughout this unit, students are not only introduced to a variety of fascinating short story texts from around the world, but provided with the skills to decipher and discuss a range of devices related to content, structure, language and form.
This works perfectly as a linking unit for GCSE/IGCSE unseen texts or simply as a series fun, memorable and useful KS3/KS4 English unit which teaches pupils to be critical readers and writers.
‘Inspiring’ and thought provoking resources; these will enable pupils to connect with their learning and improve further in a variety of areas.
Pupils will engage with stories such as . . .
Lather and Nothing Else, Hernando Téllez
One of these Days, Gabriel García Márquez
A Sound of Thunder, Ray Bradbury
Dead Man’s Path, Chinua Achebe
This pack includes:
-Six weeks worth of lessons, each with their own associated resources and videos.
A range of carefully currated writing support sheets which cater to a range of abillities.
-A number of scaffolded tasks and challenges which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for strong reading and writing analysis.
-An clear scheme of work which alleviates your stress by alllowing you to focus on delivering dynamic lessons!
-Relevant and interesting stories that pupils will be fascinated by, these stories have been carefully selected to showcase a range of diverse writers.
Want to preview to ensure the texts are accessible for your pupils? Here’s a sample from the first story!
‘He came in without a word. I was stropping my best razor. And when I recognized him, I started to shake. But he did not notice. To cover my nervousness, I went on honing the razor. I tried the edge with the tip of my thumb and took another look at it against the light. Meanwhile, he was taking off his cartridge-studded belt with the pistol holster suspended from it. He put it on a hook in the wardrobe and hung his cap above it. Then he turned full around toward me and, loosening his tie, remarked, “It’s hot as the devil. I want a shave.” With that he took his seat.’
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
** GLITZY GRAMMAR ARE 40 - 60 MINUTE LESSONS THAT PACK AN ENGAGING PUNCH! **
** THIS GLITZY GRAMMAR BUNDLE CONTAINS 53 SLIDES IN DISCRETE BOOKLET FORMS*
An exciting and engaging grammar resource bundle that will help support the skills needed to develop an understanding of direct speech, simple/compound/complex sentences, past tense and the suffix -ed.
This is explored through the mediums of superheroes, magic, trains and London! Pupils are guaranteed to have their interest ignited by these fun and educational materials which make grammar stick.
This bundle includes:
-A scaffolded series of tasks that will help pupils connect with content in a creative way.
-Interesting tasks that are relevant and drive the lessons forward.
-A unique range of images that provide a clear link to the lesson’s focus.
-Insights into using grammar correctly and in a creative way!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
** All your revision for a grade 9 response in just two packed pages **
INCLUDES:
A response guide with sentence stems
Expert, bespoke notes on poetry and prose
Key devices related to both poetry and prose texts
Contextual information
A comprehensive ‘two sheet’ revision resource to help students ace their GCSE & IGCSE literature questions (9275) related specifically to unseen prose and poetry.
Designed specifically to help students achieve a grade 9, this resource includes all the materials they need to succeed when studying a range of unseen texts. This is hours of work distilled into two sheets.
With clear and concise notes on content, structure, language and form, students can quickly review the most important aspects of poetry and prose . It features excellent guidance which is specifically linked to writer’s craft. Pupils will also find helpful tips for approaching GCSE / IGCSE unseen prose and poetry essay questions and a clearly structured top tips guide.
This resource also includes targeted information for students to reinforce their knowledge and test their understanding. With a user-friendly layout and engaging design, students will be motivated and excited to dive into their GCSE / IGCSE revision.
So if you’re looking for the ultimate revision resource for unseen poetry and prose, look no further than this two-sheet guide. Your students will thank you for it!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
A collective of exciting lessons that support pupils in identifying the skills necessary for creating ‘flash fiction’.
Throughout this unit, students are not only introduced to a variety of fascinating flash fiction texts but provided with the skills to write their own!
This works perfectly as a linking unit for reading and writing or simply as a series fun, memorable and useful English lessons.
‘Inspiring’ and thought provoking resources; these will enable pupils to connect with their learning and improve further in a variety of areas.
This pack includes:
-Five weeks worth of lessons, each with their own associated resources and videos.
-Five carefully curated Edpuzzles which are sure to engage all learners.
-A number of scaffolded tasks and challenges which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for strong reading and writing analysis.
-A MASPOVAA writing mat which helps refine and focus creative writing.
-Relevant and interesting topics that pupils will be fascinated by!
Want of preview to ensure the texts are accessible for your pupils? Here’s a sample from the first story!
‘It’s daughter’s first solo, and mom repeats her advice: Look out for the big, heavy ones — they move more slowly and are easy to spot. The leaner ones are usually faster-moving. But they’re often looking down or otherwise distracted and not alert to their surroundings. Dusk and dawn are good hours. Mind how you fly. Swoop down quickly, quietly. No sightseeing or dawdling. Remember, the fat ones are more filling, the skinnier ones crunchier. And any with those popular electronic devices will offer an extra tingle. Earthlings make such great snacks.’
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
Unlock the World of Travel Writing: A Comprehensive Bundle for Classroom Use – Available Exclusively on TES - 2024
Dive into the exciting realm of travel writing with our all-encompassing bundle, designed to engage and inspire KS3 students. This bundle comprises five meticulously crafted weekly units, each focusing on a unique aspect of travel writing, from diary and blog writing to crafting detailed reviews and journal entries. With this bundle, educators are equipped to enhance students’ writing skills, broaden their vocabulary, and deepen their understanding of personal and descriptive narratives.
What does the bundle include?
Travel Writing - Introduction (2024 Release): Kickstart your students’ adventure with a foundational lesson on travel writing, combining interactive speaking tasks, creative writing exercises, and vocabulary expansion. This lesson challenges students to explore various travel tales and the art of persuasive speaking.
Travel Writing - Writing a Review: Elevate students’ abilities to articulate travel experiences with precision. This lesson focuses on understanding the structure and importance of reviews, boosting analytical skills through hands-on review writing tasks.
Travel Writing - Diary Writing: Introduce students to the introspective world of diary writing. They will learn to document their personal travel experiences, enhancing their emotional intelligence and descriptive writing skills.
Travel Writing - Blog: Engage with the digital age through our travel blogging lesson. Students will learn about blog structure, content creation, and audience engagement, perfect for those interested in modern storytelling techniques.
Travel Writing - Journal Writing: Explore memory and reflection through journal writing. This lesson emphasizes personal growth and creativity, helping students craft a lasting memento of their journeys.
Why this bundle?
Comprehensive Skill Development: From critical thinking and research to creative expression and digital literacy, these lessons cover a wide range of skills.
Interactive and Engaging: A mix of group and individual activities ensures that all types of learners are catered to, making learning both fun and effective.
Classroom Ready: Each lesson includes all necessary materials for immediate implementation, saving educators time and effort.
Cultural and Personal Awareness: Encourages students to explore diverse cultures and introspect on personal experiences, fostering global awareness and self-reflection.
Perfect for: Educators looking to provide a dynamic, engaging, and educational experience in English and creative writing classes.
Visit our TES store today to download this travel writing bundle and start inspiring your young explorers with the power of words. Happy teaching!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
Unlock the full potential of your students’ understanding of J.B. Priestley’s “An Inspector Calls” with this comprehensive bundle, designed specifically for KS3 and KS4 students, including those with lower English proficiency and EAL learners. This bundle includes all the resources you need to teach the entire play, from context to the final review - It also includes three adapted LAP/EAL scripts for each act!
Included Resources:
An Inspector Calls - Context
✔ 26-page lesson with booklet and quiz
✔ Introduction to the play’s historical, social, and cultural context
An Inspector Calls - Act One
✔ 33-page lesson with booklet and quiz
✔ Engaging activities and detailed analysis of the first act
An Inspector Calls - Act Two
✔ 33-page lesson with booklet and quiz
✔ In-depth exploration of the characters and themes in the second act
An Inspector Calls - Act Three
✔ 33-page lesson with booklet and quiz
✔ Comprehensive review and analysis of the play’s dramatic conclusion
An Inspector Calls - Review and Final Thoughts
✔ 46-page lesson with booklet and quiz
✔ Recap and consolidate the entire play, ensuring thorough understanding
Key Features:
Engaging Activities: Step-by-step tasks that cover every act and key context of the play.
Visual Aids: Rich visuals and clear explanations to simplify complex concepts.
Student-Centered Tasks: Thought-provoking questions and activities designed to foster critical thinking and class discussion.
Differentiated Content: Adaptable materials suitable for low ability and EAL pupils, ensuring inclusivity in learning.
Assessment Tools: Quizzes to assess understanding and retention.
Why Use This Bundle?
Boost Engagement: Interactive and varied activities keep students motivated and engaged throughout the entire play.
Improve Understanding: Detailed explanations and visual aids help students grasp the play’s context, character dynamics, and themes, enhancing their overall analysis.
Support Diverse Learners: Designed with the needs of lower ability and EAL students in mind, this bundle ensures all students can succeed.
Equip your students for success with this all-inclusive “An Inspector Calls” bundle. Perfect for teachers looking to provide an engaging, inclusive, and thorough exploration of the play.
Download now and start enriching your lessons today!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
This bundle combines our two-page revision guides for George Orwell’s “1984” and Marjane Satrapi’s “Persepolis,” providing a robust toolkit for analyzing these iconic texts.
Each guide is crafted to enhance understanding of the complex narratives and historical contexts that shape these stories of defiance and identity in oppressive regimes.
Features Include:
Detailed Summaries: Navigate through the dystopian landscape of “1984” and the revolutionary tumult of “Persepolis” with clear, concise summaries that capture key plot points and character developments.
Historical and Cultural Contexts: Gain insights into the Cold War and totalitarian ideologies with “1984,” and explore the impact of the Islamic Revolution on individual lives with “Persepolis.”
Character Analysis: Delve into the psychology of Orwell’s Winston Smith and Satrapi’s portrayal of her own coming-of-age amidst political upheaval, providing a deep understanding of their struggles and growth.
Thematic Exploration: Examine themes such as surveillance, freedom, rebellion, and the manipulation of truth in “1984,” alongside identity, exile, and resistance in “Persepolis.”
Visual and Literary Analysis: Unpack the powerful use of language in “1984” and the unique visual storytelling techniques in “Persepolis” that enrich the narrative and engage readers.
Educational Utility: Each guide includes targeted analysis ideal for creating lesson plans, preparing for literature exams, or leading book club discussions.
Designed to be an invaluable resource in any literary curriculum or personal library, this bundle not only aids in understanding these works but also encourages a deeper exploration of their themes that resonate with contemporary issues.
Whether for academic use or personal insight, these guides provide thorough, engaging, and accessible content that brings these literary masterpieces to life.
Find more resources like this on Mr Mac’s Resource Packs!
**Introduction to Sylvia Plath - 2024 lesson bundle **
Embark on a literary journey with our extensive Sylvia Plath Poetry Bundle, an engaging 120-slide resource designed for a four-week teaching unit.
This is an excellent value resource; it consists of four individual teaching units which each come with their own tasks, notes and pupil paragraph responses. It’s perfect as an introduction to Plath, a revision resource or an connected unseen texts unit!
It weaves together a tapestry of tasks that challenge and inspire students, including:
Interactive assignments: encouraging critical thought and personal engagement with the text. This bundle contains a variety of meaningful tasks!
Annotation mats: That guide learners in dissecting the poetry, enhancing comprehension. Perfect for GCSE or A Level literature revision!
Detailed contextual materials: that paint a picture of Plath’s era, bringing depth to her verses.
This bundle is a rich resource for any English curriculum, providing all the essentials for a thorough exploration of Plath’s poetry.
Find it at Mr. Mac’s resource packs, where literary exploration meets creative teaching solutions. <3
Of Mice and Men Bundle - 2024
Embark on a comprehensive exploration of John Steinbeck’s iconic novella “Of Mice and Men” with this extensive bundle encompassing all six chapters for LAP / EAL pupils.
With 167 slides packed with engaging activities, detailed analysis, and thorough assessments, this bundle provides everything you need to guide your students through each chapter of the text.
Chapter-by-Chapter Analysis: Dive deep into the themes, characters, and plot developments of each chapter with detailed analysis slides. Explore the nuances of Steinbeck’s narrative and facilitate meaningful discussions that enhance students’ understanding of the text.
Interactive Activities: Immerse students in the world of “Of Mice and Men” with a wide range of interactive activities designed to promote critical thinking and active engagement. From character profiles to thematic explorations, these activities encourage students to interact with the text in meaningful ways.
Vocabulary Enrichment: Expand students’ vocabulary and language proficiency with focused vocabulary tasks tailored to each chapter. Strengthen comprehension and language skills while immersing students in the rich language of Steinbeck’s prose.
Comprehensive Assessments: Assess students’ comprehension and analytical skills with comprehensive assessments for each chapter. From retrieval tasks to multiple-choice quizzes, these assessments ensure thorough evaluation of students’ understanding and retention of key concepts.
Inclusive Support: Designed with inclusivity in mind, this bundle offers accessible support for diverse learners, including ESL students. Clear instructions and organized content make it easy to adapt resources to meet the needs of all students in your classroom.
Complete Teaching Solution: With resources covering every aspect of “Of Mice and Men,” this bundle provides a complete teaching solution that streamlines lesson planning and implementation. Empower your students to achieve academic success while fostering a deep appreciation for literature.
Enhance your teaching of “Of Mice and Men” and inspire profound literary insights with the comprehensive “Of Mice and Men” Complete Chapter Bundle. Download now and embark on an enriching journey of literary exploration and discovery!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
Introduction to Drama Skills Bundle - 2024
From Introduction to mastery, this is is an all-encompassing resource crafted with the insights and activities from our extensive drama teaching units.
Tailored for KS2 and KS3 educators, this bundle seamlessly incorporates elements of Introduction to Drama, Group Cohesion, Energy, Concentration, and Listening into a cohesive teaching toolkit.
Bundle Highlights:
Comprehensive Slide Decks: Over 150 slides across all units, rich with content and interactive exercises.
Skill-Focused Lessons: Each unit targets specific drama skills, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience.
Engaging, Interactive Activities: From “Soundscape” to “Shape Shifter,” activities are designed to captivate and educate.
Adaptable Resources: Perfectly suited for various educational settings, these materials are designed for easy curriculum integration.
This bundle not only covers the foundational aspects of drama but also delves into the nuances of performance skills, making it an invaluable resource for educators aiming to inspire and develop their students’ drama capabilities.
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
** All your revision for a grade 9 response in just two packed pages **
INCLUDES:
A response guide
Expert, bespoke notes on all twenty poems
Quote analysis and key devices for each poem
Contextual information
A comprehensive ‘two sheet’ revision resource to help students ace their IGCSE literature questions on AQA’s People and Places poetry anthology (9275).
Designed specifically to help students achieve a grade 9, this resource includes all the materials they need to succeed when studying these 20 poems. This is hours of work distilled into two sheets.
With clear and concise notes on content, structure, language and form, students can quickly review the most important aspects of each poem. It features excellent quotations which are specifically linked to writer’s craft. Pupils will also find helpful tips for approaching AQA IGCSE litearture poetry essay questions and a clearly structured top tips guide.
This resource also includes targeted contextual information for students to reinforce their knowledge and test their understanding. With a user-friendly layout and engaging design, students will be motivated and excited to dive into their IGCSE poetry revision.
So if you’re looking for the ultimate revision resource for AQA’s People and Places poetry anthology, look no further than this two-sheet guide. Your students will thank you for it!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
** All your revision for a grade 9 response in just two packed pages **
** Covers ALL of the stories with notes on Mrs Vadnie Marlene Sevlon (Jackie Kay), Fly in the Ointment (V.S. Pritchett), The Rain Horse (Ted Hughes), A Real Durwan (Jhumpa Lahiri), The Destructors (graham Greene), Through the Tunnel (Doris Lessing) and Sandpiper (Ahdaf Soueif) **
INCLUDES:
A synopsis of each of the stories.
Expert, bespoke notes on each of the stories.
Key devices related to content, structure, language and form for each story (along with corresponding quotations).
Contextual information for each story and its author.
A comprehensive ‘two sheet’ revision resource to help students ace their GCSE & IGCSE literature questions (9275) related specifically to AQA’s short story anthology.
Designed specifically to help students achieve a grade 9, this resource includes all the materials they need to succeed when studying a range of short stories. This is hours of work distilled into two sheets.
With clear and concise notes on content, structure, language and form, students can quickly review the most important aspects of each story. It features excellent guidance which is specifically linked to writer’s craft. Pupils will also find helpful tips for approaching GCSE / IGCSE essay questions.
This resource also includes targeted information for students to reinforce their knowledge and test their understanding. With a user-friendly layout and engaging design, students will be motivated and excited to dive into their GCSE / IGCSE revision.
So if you’re looking for the ultimate revision resource for these short stories, look no further than this two-sheet guide. Your students will thank you for it!
Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3
