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Cambridge Literature 2025-2027 stories of ourselves pack

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Complete Teaching Bundle for 10 Stories from Stories of Ourselves Volume 2 (Cambridge Literature 2025–2027) Streamline Your Teaching with This Essential Resource Pack for the Cambridge Literature Examination 2025–2027! Save valuable planning time and elevate your students’ learning with this comprehensive collection of teaching resources covering ten short stories from Stories of Ourselves Volume 2. Each resource is designed to support educators with clear structure, rich analysis, and ready‑to‑use materials that make teaching literature both effective and enjoyable. Stories Included: Christina Rossetti – Nick Olive Schreiner – The Woman’s Rose Ralph Ellison – The Black Ball Mulk Raj Anand – The Gold Watch Margaret Atwood – When It Happens J. G. Ballard – The Man Who Walked on the Moon Jamaica Kincaid – A Walk to the Jetty Jane Gardam – Showing the Flag Aminatta Forna – Haywards Heath Romesh Gunesekera – Fluke What’s Included in Each Resource? Simple Lesson Plan A clear, easy‑to‑follow 1‑hour lesson plan that can be extended into two lessons, giving you flexibility to adapt to your class’s pace and needs. Thorough Teacher’s Notes Detailed notes packed with key insights, contextual information, and guiding commentary to help you teach each story with confidence. Engaging Presentation Slides Visually appealing slides that highlight essential concepts, paired with a supporting infographic to reinforce understanding and maintain student engagement. Insightful Essay Questions Three exam‑style questions per story, including one fully written sample answer, offering students a model for strong analytical writing. Resource Highlights Concise author biography and clear plot summary Exploration of genre with supporting textual evidence Analysis of character development and interactions Examination of setting and its impact on themes Identification of key themes and moral ideas Recognition of literary devices and narrative voice Discussion of the story’s overall effect on the reader Flexible and Adaptable Each resource can be easily tailored to suit your classroom needs. Add discussion points, short tasks, or extension activities to deepen engagement and support differentiated learning. Perfect for GCSE and A‑Level Literature This pack provides robust support for teachers preparing students for the Cambridge Literature Examination (2025–2027). Whether you’re introducing the stories or guiding exam preparation, these resources offer everything you need in one place.

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Songs of Ourselves Volume 1 (Cambridge Literature 2025–2027)

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Complete Teaching Bundle for 15 Poems from Songs of Ourselves Volume 1 (Cambridge Literature 2025–2027) Transform Your Poetry Teaching with This Fully Editable, Ready‑to‑Use Lesson Pack! Perfect for busy teachers, last‑minute planning, or reliable cover lessons, this comprehensive resource collection provides everything you need to teach 15 key poems from Songs of Ourselves Volume 1. Each lesson is rich in detail, clearly structured, and designed to support both GCSE and A‑Level learners preparing for the Cambridge Literature Examination (2025–2027). Poems Included: Aphra Behn – Song: Love Armed Sujata Bhatt – A Different History William Blake – The Chimney-Sweeper Elizabeth Brewster – Where I Come From Boey Kim Cheng – Report to Wordsworth Gillian Clarke – Lament Kevin Halligan – The Cockroach Seamus Heaney – Follower Liz Lochhead – Storyteller Charles Mungoshi – Before the Sun Katherine Philips – A Married State Alexander Pope – from An Essay on Man Carol Rumens – Carpet-weavers, Morocco William Shakespeare – Sonnet 18 Judith Wright – Hunting Snake What’s Included in Each Lesson? Editable Lesson Plan (Word Document) A clear, structured lesson designed for a 1‑hour session, with scope to extend into two lessons if needed. Fully editable so you can adapt it to your teaching style. Classroom PowerPoint (Editable) A visually engaging slide deck guiding students through the poem with key questions, explanations, and tasks. Ideal for interactive teaching or independent cover work. Teacher’s Notes (Slide‑by‑Slide Guidance) Detailed notes in Word format, including: Line‑by‑line analysis Commentary on narrative voice Contextual insights Suggested answers for tasks Perfect for supporting new teachers, non‑specialists, or last‑minute cover. In‑Depth Poetry Analysis Each resource provides a full breakdown of: Tone and mood Structure and form Poetic devices with supporting quotations Effect on the reader Contextual relevance Themes and ideas Line‑by‑line commentary Narrative voice and perspective This ensures students gain a complete understanding of the poem, ready for exam‑style analysis. Student Tasks and Handouts Every lesson includes a range of engaging activities such as: Tone graph Essay review Discussion prompts Guided poetry analysis Structured written tasks All handouts are provided in Word format for easy printing and editing. Essay Support: PEEZER Structure Students are shown how to construct a strong analytical essay using the PEEZER method. Each resource includes: A model essay based on the poem Clear guidance on structuring paragraphs Step‑by‑step analytical modelling Ideal for exam preparation and improving extended writing skills. Flexible, Practical, and Classroom‑Ready This resource pack is designed to be: Easy to follow Fully editable Suitable for cover lessons Rich in detail Ready to print and teach immediately Whether you’re preparing a detailed poetry unit or need a reliable lesson at short notice, this bundle provides everything required to teach confidently and effectively.

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Hunting Snake - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Judith Wright

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Hunting Snake This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a two lesson plan lesson with a solid PowerPoint presentation - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is lots of in-depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. These lessons are easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. The lesson contains tasks for students to follow - which you can use or skip. Contents - Teacher’s notes are provided, there are also student notes. - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. This also contains a student worksheet. The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc. There is a GCSE style question and example essay for students - however the essay has no quotes to support it - students should re-write the essay and include quotes.

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Sonnet 18 Cambridge Songs of Ourselves William Shakespeare

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Sonnet 18 Cambridge Songs of Ourselves William Shakespeare This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a two lesson plan lesson with a solid PowerPoint presentation - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is lots of in-depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. These lessons are easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. The lesson contains tasks for students to follow - which you can use or skip. Contents - Teacher’s notes are provided, there are also student notes. - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc. There is a GCSE style question and example essay for students - however the essay has no quotes to support it - students should re-write the essay and include quotes.

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Songs of Ourselves. Carpet Weavers, Morocco - Carol Rumens

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Songs of Ourselves. Carpet Weavers, Morocco - Carol Rumens This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a two lesson plan and presentation - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is lots of in-depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. These lessons are easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc. The GCSE question is a supportive one, to help with application of quotes and writing structure - The question is set, as is the structure on how to complete it - The essay has been provided (complete) but missing quotes and with some information that is incorrect - name of the poem and poet, and a specifc point. The teachers notes give a correct version. Students to re-write the poem including quotes. With option to add or re-arrange.

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A Prayer Before Birth - Edexcel

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Edexcel - A Prayer Before Birth - Louis Macneice This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you) and two 1 hour lesson plans The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc.

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When it Happens - Cambridge Stories of Ourselves - Margaret Atwood

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Cambridge Stories of Ourselves - exam 2025 - 2027 This is a lesson or set of lessons on When it Happens, by Margaret Atwood. This lesson has been reviewed and improved to include a lot more detail to enable you to pick and choose what you teach, including exam style questions, discussion questions. When it happens - Cambridge Stories of Ourselves The lesson is set out in any easy to follow format, with a 1 hour lesson plan (as a guide as you could easily cover two lessons with the information provided) and copious teachers notes providing the necessary information required to support teaching this short story. The pack also contains a set of slides to present to students along with an infographic support picture and three essay questions - one question has an example answer for students to use as support. The lesson contains A short biography Plot summary Identify the genre and provide textual evidence from quotes. Analyze character development and interactions and representation. Explain the impact of setting on the themes of the story. Structure and writing style. Impact of events and writing. Identify and analyze key themes and moral messages. Recognize and explain the use of literary devices. Identify the narrative voice and potential biases. Analyze the story structure and turning points. Discuss the story’s effect on the reader. Discussion point questions 3 Essay questions 1 example answer to one of the essay questions for students to review. Please be aware the pack contains a lot of information regarding the text and is designed to ensure students have the required understanding of the subject to cover GCSE and A level. The lesson is adaptable for you to incorporate any discussion points or short tasks. You can purchase the pack (all 10 stories) for Cambridge Stories of Ourselves 2025/2026/2027 Cambridge IGCSE™ Literature in English 0475 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13155571

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An Essay on Man - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Alexander Pope.

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Songs of Ourselves. An Essay on Man by Alexander Pope This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc.

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Before the sun - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Charles Mungoshi

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Before the Sun - Charles Mungoshi This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (slide by slide to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: A full breakdown looking at tone, structure, poetic devices, quotes, effect, context, a line by line analysis, and an example essay. Contains tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay review, discussion, poetry analysis etc. This also shows students how to structure a PEEZER essay on poetry by giving an example based on this poem.

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Storyteller - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Liz Lochhead

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Storyteller by Liz Lochhead This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (slide by slide to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: A full breakdown looking at tone, structure, poetic devices, quotes, effect, context, a line by line analysis, and an example essay. Contains tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay review, discussion, poetry analysis etc. This also shows students how to structure a PEEZER essay on poetry by giving an example based on this poem.

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Follower - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Seamus Heaney

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Follower by Seamus Heaney This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (slide by slide to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: A full breakdown looking at tone, structure, poetic devices, quotes, effect, context, a line by line analysis, and an example essay. Contains tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay review, discussion, poetry analysis etc. This also shows students how to structure a PEEZER essay on poetry by giving an example based on this poem.

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A Married State - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Katherine Phillips

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Songs of Ourselves ‘A Married State - Katherine Phillips This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc.

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Student step by step essay writing template

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This is a step by step student’s guide to writing an essay. It breaks down the component parts of an essay into manageable sections. This handout sheet can be used as a revision guide, or worksheet template and will show students how to write a structured essay.

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Comparison Table for the poems Paper 1 From Cambridge Songs of Ourselves 2027

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Comparison Table for the poems / set texts for examination in 2027 – Paper 1 From Cambridge Songs of Ourselves Volume 1, the following 15 poems: Aphra Behn, ‘Song: Love Armed’ Sujata Bhatt, ‘A Different History’ William Blake, ‘The Chimney-Sweeper’ Elizabeth Brewster, ‘Where I Come From’ Boey Kim Cheng, ‘Report to Wordsworth’ Gillian Clarke, ‘Lament’ Kevin Halligan, ‘The Cockroach’ Seamus Heaney, ‘Follower’ Liz Lochhead, ‘Storyteller’ Charles Mungoshi, ‘Before the Sun’ Katherine Philips, ‘A Married State’ Alexander Pope, From ‘An Essay on Man’ Carol Rumens, ‘Carpet-weavers, Morocco’ William Shakespeare, ‘Sonnet 18’ Judith Wright, ‘Hunting Snake’ The comparison table covers the following information for comparision. Poem name Poet Key Themes Similar Themes (and poem) Key Ideas Dominant Tone(s) Key Language Features Structure/Form Potential Contrasting Poem(s) Cultural/Historical Context Quote for Comparison Alternate Comparison Quote (and poem)

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Comparison Table for the poems Paper 1 Cambridge Songs of Ourselves volume 2 2027

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Comparison Table for the poems Paper 1 Cambridge Songs of Ourselves volume 2 2027, Part 3 15 poems: Nancy Fotheringham Cato, ‘The Road’ Sarah Jackson, ‘The Instant of My Death’ Arun Kolatkar, ‘The Bus’ Julius Chingono, ‘At the Bus Station’ Imtiaz Dharker, ‘These are the Times We Live in’ Elizabeth Jennings, ‘The Enemies’ Sampurna Chattarji, ‘Boxes’ W H Auden, ‘The Capital’ Arthur Yap, ‘an afternoon nap’ Elizabeth Smither, ‘Plaits’ Elizabeth Daryush, ‘Children of Wealth’ Thomas Love Peacock, ‘Rich and Poor or, Saint and Sinner’ Musaemura Zimunya, ‘A Long Journey’ Stevie Smith, ‘Touch and Go’ George Szirtes, ‘Song’ The comparison table covers the following information for comparision. Poem name Poet Key Themes Similar Themes (and poem) Key Ideas Dominant Tone(s) Key Language Features Structure/Form Potential Contrasting Poem(s) Cultural/Historical Context Quote for Comparison Alternate Comparison Quote (and poem)

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Report to Wordsworth - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Boey Kim Cheng

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Report to Wordsworth - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Boey Kim Cheng This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: A full breakdown looking at tone, structure, poetic devices, quotes, effect, context, a line by line analysis, and an example essay. Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc.

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The Cockroach - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Kevin Halligan

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The Cockroach - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Kevin Halligan This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: A full breakdown looking at tone, structure, poetic devices, quotes, effect, context, a line by line analysis, and an example essay. Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc. This also shows students how to structure a PEEZER essay on poetry by giving an example based on this poem.

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Where I Come From - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Elizabeth Brewster

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Songs of Ourselves - ‘Where I Come From’ by Elizabeth Brewster This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc.

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Lament - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Gillian Clarke

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Lament - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Gillian Clarke This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: A full breakdown looking at tone, structure, poetic devices, quotes, effect, context, a line by line analysis, and an example essay. Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc.

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A Different History - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Sujata Bhatt

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Songs of Ourselves - Sujata Bhatt, ‘A Different History’ This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: A full breakdown looking at tone, structure, poetic devices, quotes, effect, context, a line by line analysis, and an example essay.

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Song: Love Armed - Cambridge Songs of Ourselves - Aphra Behn

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Songs of Ourselves ‘Song: Love Armed’ by Aphra Behn This poem is part of the 2026/2028 IGCSE Literature program. This is a full lesson -with scope to cover one or two lessons if required - The lesson plan is provided in Word document with a classroom Power Point, both of which are editable, if required. There is **lots **of in depth detail - you can fully edit to use as much or as little as you require. This lesson is easy to follow and could therefore be used as a ‘last minute’ lesson, or even a ‘cover lesson’ - if required - as the all of the information and answers tasks is included - all you need to do is print it. Contents - Teacher’s notes (bullet pointed to assist you), student tasks and task handouts - the teacher notes are in word as is the line by line analysis and narrative voice notes. The lesson contains the following: Five tasks for the class to complete - as decided by you - A tone graph, Essay analysis, discussion, poetry analysis etc.