This resource can be used for all exam specs. It uses a piece of original, unpublished fiction, has a starter and quiz to finish. Approx 90 mins.

For Edexcel English Language 2.0 Text on Paper 1 Section A 19th Century Non-Fiction Focuses on: Identifying key points from a text Examining key quotes from a text and annotation Commenting on and reviewing how successful something has been achieved Lesson time is approx 1.5 hours. This goes alongside an additional powerpoint for a second lesson covering skills on comparisons.

Edexcel GCSE English Language Paper 2, Questions 5 and 6. Full 90 minute powerpoint-led lesson using Katy Perry’s “Roar” and Foreigner’s “Eye of the Tiger” for similarity and comparison question.

Lessons designed to assist GCSE students with writing a speech. The lesson focuses on recognition of features of a speech, leading on to higher ability students adding to a scripted speech and less able students going on to feature spotting. This was written for the new Edexcel 2.0 spec, but can be used for all transactional / non-ficton writing classes.

For GCSE English Language Edexcel 2.0 LIFT A resource using a the Jane Goodall and Life of Pi texts from Edexcel’s online anthology. Covers Section A Paper 2 skills of language and structural features and text comparisons. Can be used over 2 lessons with my Life of Pi Powerpoint (1.5 - 2 hours) as lesson 2. Full lesson of 1.5-2 hours guided or remote learning.

For GCSE English Language Edexcel 2.0 LIFT A resource using The Life of Pi texts from Edexcel’s online anthology. Covers Section A Paper 2 skills of language and structural features. Can be used over 2 lessons with my Jane Goodall Powerpoint (1.5 - 2 hours) as lesson 1. Full lesson of 1.5-2 hours guided or remote learning.

A quick reference guide for Edexcel GCSE English Language exams. A single page guide to each paper that includes marks, timings and what to include in each answer.Can be used for revision aids or classroom displays.

This PowerPoint-led lesson helps students explore how language and structure are used in an extract from Lord of the Flies. Through guided analysis, students will identify key language techniques, examine structural choices, and evaluate their effects on the reader. Using model responses and exam-style activities, learners will develop the analytical skills needed to write detailed GCSE English Language answers supported by relevant evidence from the text. Last for approx 1.5 hours.

A lesson taking learners through persuasive and informative review writing, based on a review of a David Attenborough programme. Used for Edexcel 2.0, but also used for AQA. Transferable across all exam boards for Transactional Writing skills.

This lesson introduces students to the conventions of blog writing. Students will explore the features of blogs, through analysing a model example and practising their own writing. Learners will develop their ability to inform, persuade, and entertain readers. By the end of the lesson, students will plan and write a blog post that demonstrates effective structure, audience awareness, and a range of language techniques suitable for GCSE English Language writing tasks. Suitable for all exam boards. Lesson length 1.5 hours

Two 1.5 hour lessons. These PowerPoint led lessons guide students through the evaluation skills required for the Edexcel GCSE English Language 2.0 examination when responding to a 19th-century text. Learners will explore, firstly through film clips, how ideas, attitudes, and perspectives are presented, and will evaluate the effectiveness of language, imagery, and structural choices. Using an exam-style extract, students will develop the ability to form clear judgements, support their opinions with evidence, and analyse the impact on the reader.