A comprehensive study of the novella (over 100 slides) including revision materials, over 50 possible essay questions, quote banks, context revision, etc. All initial lessons are planned chronologically to use alongside reading the text. Revision materials then look at character, theme, context, etc.

A fantastically detailed Edexcel English Language Paper 2 Section A knowledge organiser / revision mat that includes a step by step approach to all Section A questions (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, Q6, Q7a, Q7b), scaffolded answers, sentence starters, key vocabulary, language feature analysis, structural feature analysis, a detailed approach to evaluating texts, comparisons, beginnings, endings, tone, purpose, audience, form, types of text and more. Fantastic revision materials for GCSE students for Edexcel English Language Paper 2 students. The resource includes an editable PowerPoint AND a PDF file to make things easier to print out onto A3 paper. Includes a five page A4 version for ease of printing or to use as revision flash cards!

Here is a detailed analysis of all of the IGCSE English Poetry anthology which I used to achieve a grade 9 when I took this exam in 2019. It includes line-by-line analysis of the 16 different poems, including the literary terms required to achieve a high grade in your exam, as well as making the points of comparison between the poems far easier through their detailed overviews at the start of each analysis.

Knowledge Organiser for all 15 poems on the GCSE English Literature for Edexcel Paper 2 exam. Includes clear context, structure, form, language, imagery and more! Great resource to give to students to aid revision or to help your own subject knowledge.

Edexcel A Level John Donne Anthology Thorough analysis of all Donne’s poetry set by Edexcel, including the titles, outlining the key conceits, the form, analysis of specific quotes, and the relevant context tailored to each poem. Also includes critical quotes and covers the key characteristics of metaphysical poetry. Poems include: ‘The Good-Morrow’ (‘Good’). Some of this is sampled. ‘Song: Go and catch a falling star’ (‘Star’) ‘Woman’s Constancy’ (‘Constancy’) ‘The Sun Rising’ (‘Sun’) This is sampled. ‘The Canonization’ (‘Canonization’) ‘Song: Sweetest love, I do not go’ (‘Sweetest’) ‘Air and Angels’ (‘Air’) ‘The Anniversary’ (‘Anniversary’) ‘Twickenham Garden’ (‘Garden’) ‘Love’s Growth’ (‘Growth’) ‘A Valediction: of Weeping’ (‘Weeping’) ‘Love’s Alchemy’ (‘Alchemy’) ‘The Flea’ (‘Flea’) ‘A Nocturnal upon St. Lucy’s Day’ (‘Day’) ‘The Apparition’ (‘Apparition’) ‘A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning’ (‘Mourning’) ‘The Ecstasy’ (‘Ecstasy’) ‘The Funeral’ (‘Funeral’) ‘The Relic’ (‘Relic’) ‘To His Mistress Going to Bed’ (‘Bed’) ‘HSI: Thou hast made me, and shall thy work decay?’ (‘decay?’) ‘HSV: I am a little world’ (‘world’) ‘HSVI: This is my play’s last scene’ (‘play’) ‘HSVII: At the round earth’s imagin’d corners’ (‘corners’) ‘HSX: Death, be not proud’ (‘Death,’) ‘HSXI: Spit in my face, you Jews’ (‘Jews’) ‘HSXIV: Batter my heart’ (‘Batter’) ‘Good Friday, 1613. Riding Westward’ (‘1613’) ‘Hymn to God, My God, in My Sickness’ (‘Sickness’) ‘A Hymn to God the Father’ (‘Father’) Characteristics of Metaphysical Poetry *Updated August 2020 with some slight tweaks. This resource has been downloaded by hundreds of teachers (Sept. 2023). On my shop, see also my Edexcel A Level John Donne Essays. In a similar style to this analysed anthology, I also have an Edexcel A Level Poems of the Decade Anthology available.

Revision activities for the Unseen Poetry section of Edexcel English Literature IGCSE. Includes techniques to revise, examples of unseen poems, model answers, the markscheme and the feedback from the exam board for each response.

This PowerPoint gives guidance on the Paper 1 exam format and provides opportunity to practice comparing poetry. It is best used alongside teaching the poems individually and slotting in exam practice as and when the poems have been covered in class. Check out my bundle ‘Edexcel IGCSE English Literature Poetry’ which includes this PowerPoint as well as lessons that cover all 16 Anthology Poems. *Please note that the Examiner Report document is readily available from the Pearson website for free and is not included in the price. I have attached it here simply for your convenience. Contents: Section B explained Mark Scheme explained How to use a themes chart for revision 4 Practice Exam Questions with guidance on planning and organizing your answer. Model Answers

A 25-slide, detailed and engaging presentation that covers everything students need to know to successfullly write non-ficiton texts for GCSE/IGCSE, with a specific focus on argue/persuade for Edexcel IG English Language. Slides include: ‘Do Now’ activities (adapt to your specific rubric) ‘Put yourself in the examiner’s shoes’ - explaining the role of the examiner and what they can do to stand out A step-by-step paragraph plan Checklist of everything students need to consider/include in their response Examples of Edexcel IGCSE exam questions Identiftying TAP activities A full exemplar response with annotations

This incredibly detailed 40-page revision guide uses the most up-to-date information from Pearson Edexcel’s International GCSE exam moderation training, plus insights, approaches and techniques honed over nearly two decades of experience as an exam marker, Head of English and IG English teacher. The first section of the guide provides detailed sections on how to answer each question, tips for success, model responses, breaking down the question, checklists and scaffolds. The second section offers detailed information on each of the non-fiction anthology texts, including summaries, language and structural techniques, revision questions, exam-style questions 4 and 5, as well as bespoke unseen texts for students to practise the prerequisite analytical and comparative skills required for high-yield Section A questions. This resource can act as a revision guide or stand-alone lessons, containing everything a student or teacher could possibly need in the run-up to the International IGCSE Language exam.

GCSE Language, Edexel. This is a model Paper 1 Fiction and Imaginative Writing exam paper for students to practice. Extract from 'Dracula' with exam style questions, plus creative writing tasks for Section B.

This Poetry Comparison Grid is an essential resource for Edexcel IGCSE English Literature students studying the Poetry Anthology. It provides a structured framework for comparing key poems across thematic links, making it an invaluable revision tool. Key Features: Covers major themes such as resilience, fear, identity, childhood, memory, isolation, love, betrayal, suffering, mortality, love and loss, power, and control Organizes poems thematically to aid comparative analysis Includes key anthology poems such as Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night, War Photographer, My Last Duchess, La Belle Dame sans Merci, and more Supports students in structuring comparative essay responses for Edexcel IGCSE English Literature Paper 1 Ideal for use in lessons, independent study, or revision sessions This grid helps students identify common themes, develop detailed comparisons, and strengthen their analytical skills for the Edexcel IGCSE exam.

A grid to track the themes in the anthology poems. I developed this for my bottom-set to support with making comparisons, but it could be a helpful revision tool for all abilities. Once we have analysed a poem, I ask students to complete the table as a plenary. The sheets are A3. Included in this download: PDF copies of the anthology grid ( 1 x blank copy & 1 x completed grid). Editable Word documents ( 1 x blank copy & 1 x completed grid). Please let me know if you need assistance with opening/exporting the files. Reviews are always appreciated! :)

Use this resource to revise and prepare for Q5 [five] on the IGCSE English Language Paper One. Using the original but tried and tested ‘TWIST’ acronym, students’ thinking is sparked. Sentence starters are provided to help students structure their responses. I’ve just started sharing resources so if you like this one, please leave a review. Thanks! Sally UpgradED

Edexcel GCSE English Literature Unseen Poetry 'Edexcel GCSE English Literature Unseen Poetry' is perfect for preparing students for the unseen poetry question on the Edexcel GCSE English Literature Paper 2. Contents include a 68 slide PowerPoint presentation and 10 accompanying worksheets. This teaching resource covers the following: Example examination question and poems A mnemonic to give students a structured approach to answering the unseen poetry questions How to write about content, imagery, poetic techniques, structure, mood and theme How to construct a personal response How to write a comparison of two unseen poems An example model answer

No nonsense resource appropriate as an introduction, main SOW or revision. Exam board exemplars and examiner feedback included. All resources are fully editable. Could be a one lesson revision lesson or a twenty lesson series using the suggested tasks. Slides include: Assessment objectives Suggested tasks How to plan and planning strategies Features of the text type, past exam questions, exemplars with examiner feedback Checking work Extra resources: Top level vocabulary Assessment objectives

Detailed revision guide which analyses all 10 extracts in the new Edexcel IGCSE anthology. It explores the **writers use of language, literary techniques, structure **and also comments on the themes and context of each extract. The Danger of a Single Story, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie A Passage to Africa, George Alagiah The Explorer’s Daughter, Kari Herbert Explorers or boys messing about? Either way, the taxpayer gets rescue bill, Steven Morris Between a Rock and a Hard Place, Aron Ralston Young and Dyslexic? You’ve got it going on, Benjamin Zephaniah A Game of Polo woth a Headless Goat, Emma Levine Beyond the Sky and Earth: A Journey into Bhutan, Jamie Zeppa H is for Hawk, Helen Macdonald Chinese Cinderella, by Adeline Yen Mah

Ten A Christmas Carol Edexcel English Literature Paper 2 exam style questions. Unlike other resources, this pack includes indicative content for each AO for EVERY question (over 24 pages of notes in total!) Additionally, student-friendly AOs are provided so students can actually access assessment objectives, and a self-reflection sheet is included that allows students to meaningfully reflect on their essays. Every a teacher and student could need to revise the 19th century novel element of the exam. Very useful exam practice questions, too!

An essential booklet to aid revision of the Edexcel IGCSE Poetry Anthology. The booklet features structured analysis that covers the essential quotes and, through these, the analysis of language, structure and form.