This PowerPoint contains a brief summary of each of the 16 poems in the anthology, as well as some notes on themes, structure, language techniques and symbolism. Contains some internet memes which can be removed if desired!

This was designed as a workbook in preparation for a controlled assessment on the theme of power in 'Of Mice and Men&'. It covers power in three forms - physical power, the power of seduction and the power of hierarchy. The workbook contains activities and questions for the pupils to complete. The key words/literary techniques and the quotation bank are designed to help the pupils build their knowledge on the subject before they write the assessment.

A selection of sixty cards with various synonyms on them. Good for building vocabulary and encouraging the use of better adjectives. Use as a starter or plenary.

Included are instructions and eighty-one categories for play. Students randomly pick a category and letter of the alphabet, and try to write down the most obscure answer that they can. If no-one else gets the same word, they get a point! Good for encouraging thinking beyond simple words and concepts. Use as a starter or plenary.