An ideal assessment for KS3 - tests a range of reading skills with a variety of question types. In line with skills needed for the NEW GCSE spec. Uses extract from the start of the novel where Stanley arrives at Camp Green Lake.

Pick up and teach, easily differentiated scheme for Willy Russell's Our Day Out. Ideal for KS3. Scheme includeS PEA skills, creative writing tasks and drama/speaking and listening tasks. Structured peer/self assessment and DIRT tasks as well as a reading/essay assessment at the end of the unit. You just need copies of the text and you will be set for a full half term.

Complete scheme of learning designed for year 8 but could easily be used for KS4. Comparing modern and 18th century non-fiction texts. Written in light of the new GCSE English Language examination. Scheme includes 16 lessons made up of both reading and writing activities - all on one PPT. Lessons include objectives, thinking points, paired work, peer and self assessment and DIRT opportunities. Includes an assessment/mock assessment. All texts needed are included. Designed to lead toward the AQA Pilot Material Assessment for year 8 which AQA have published with mark scheme. Texts from various sources. Pick up and teach!