Used as a revision lesson with a middle ability year 11 class. Learning Objective: To read, understand and respond to the play (AO1) To show an understanding between the play and its context (AO3) To use a range of vocabulary and sentence structures in writing (AO4) Activities include: recap of characters, relevant contextual information, whole text question on theme of gender and comprehension questions to check understanding of play.

Used as a revision lesson for a midde ability year 11 class. Learning Objectives: All: Show an understanding of plot AO1 Most: Analyse language/structure AO2 Some: Make links to context AO3

Learning Objectives: Explore the significance of Freddie Mercury’s life and death Evaluate a text in detail making specific judgements. Make clear comparative connections between two non-fiction texts. Originally planned for use with KS3 groups, to introduce students to key skills needed for the English Language GCSE - analysis, evaluation and comparison. Lesson explores stereotypes, stigma and sexual orientation as key themes, through exploring the life and influence of Freddie Mercury, lead vocalist of Queen. Two texts are provided to inform and educate students, allowing for exploration of writer’s methods and comparison of how writers present ideas and perspectives. Lesson can be adapted to then include a transactional writing task influenced by the texts.

Learning Objectives: To gain an understanding of the ‘Grime’ genre To compare writers’ ideas and perspectives across two non-fiction texts (AO3) To adapt writing accordingly to fit audience, purpose and format (AO5) Lesson originally planned for use with KS3 groups, to introduce non-fiction reading and writing skills required for the English Language GCSE. Lesson includes exploration of the grime genre of music, with two non-fiction texts included to guide students towards exploring writers’ perspectives and identifying connections and variations across texts. A transactional writing task at the end of the lesson then allows students to convey their own perspective, or the imagined perspective of a voice of their choice.

Used for a middle ability year 11 class. Learning Objectives: To understand the exam assessment requirements To recall previous understanding of the novel AO1 To analyse the language and structure used by a writer to create meanings and effects AO2 Edexcel assessment information within PowerPoint. Additional resources provided, including extract from the novel for exam practice.

Lesson’s covering chapter 10-15 of Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Ideal for KS3 and developing enjoyment of reading. Includes peer assessment sheet that can be adapted. Learning Objectives: To read and understand Treasure Island. To think imaginatively about setting. To comment on the language and structure used to present character.

Used as revision for a middle ability year 11 set. Learning Objectives: To develop an informed, personal response to the play (AO1) To use quotations to support interpretations (AO1) To show an understanding between the play and its context (AO3) Activities include: analysis of Priestley’s stage directions, WABOLL and WAGOLL examples of analytical writing, key terminology, relevant contextual information/activities and class reading.

Used as a revision lesson for a middle ability year 11 class. Learning Objectives: To gain a clear understanding of the assessment requirements for Literature paper 1. To develop an informed, personal response to the text. AO1 To use quotations to support and illustrate interpretations. AO1 Plot starter activity, clear explanation of Edexcel assessment requirements, exploration of writer and relevant contextual information. Act 1 worksheets provided - theme worksheet can be used throughout teaching of the play.

Resource includes 10 lessons on the novel Coraline by Neil Gaiman, as well as accompanying worksheets and starter tasks. Unit of work ideal for a KS3 class. Aim: to encourage pupils love of reading and to develop pupils confidence when discussing ideas within a text. (Created as part of a ‘wider reading’ module for year 7).

Whole unit of work to support teaching of American play ‘Whose Life is it Anyway?’ by Brian Clark. Used for high ability year 9 class but can be used for KS4. Learning objectives focusing on analysis and evaluative skills, plus teaching of key themes and characters. Peer assessment, self-assessment and learning objective review worksheets included to use as formative assessment. Tasks support whole class reading and small-group work. Challenging terminology included to challenge MA students.