Year 8 Poetry: Sappho & Protest (3 Less)
Complete 3-Lesson Series on Sappho: Poetry, Protest & Diverse Voices (KS3)
Looking to diversify your KS3 Poetry curriculum? This high-quality, 3-lesson series introduces Year 8 students to the “Tenth Muse,” Sappho. It explores early female voices, identity, and the foundations of protest poetry.
Designed by a qualified English Teacher and official GCSE/A-Level Examiner, these lessons bridge the gap between KS3 engagement and the analytical skills required for GCSE success.
Key Features:
Zero Prep Required: All tasks, extracts, and discussion prompts are built into the slides.
Paperless / Eco-Friendly: Designed to be taught directly from the board—no printing or separate worksheets needed.
Diverse Curriculum: A perfect addition to a “Power and Conflict” or “Protest” poetry unit.
Interactive Tasks: Includes starters, main analytical tasks, and creative plenary activities.
Topics Covered:
Who was Sappho? Contextual background of Ancient Greece.
Analyzing fragments: Language, imagery, and tone.
Poetry as Protest: How female voices have historically challenged the status quo.
Format: Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx)
