Tich Miller by Wendy Cope - Writing Tasks

This resource is a 3-page writing task pack based on the poem Tich Miller by Wendy Cope, designed for Second Year English students. The tasks are simple to understand but encourage extended, thoughtful writing, making them ideal for classwork, homework, or assessment.

The resource includes:

Comprehension Task: Students explore Tich Miller’s character, appearance, treatment by others, and personality using evidence from the poem.

Personal Writing Task: Students reflect on how words and labels can affect people, linking the poem’s message to real-life experiences.

Diary Entry Task: Students write creatively in the voice of Tich Miller, developing empathy and emotional insight.

Each task:
Is clearly scaffolded with bullet-point prompts
Includes ample lined space for extended answers
Features simple visual icons to support student engagement
Includes a teacher feedback section on every page

Suitable for:
2nd/3rd Year Junior Cycle English
Mixed-ability classes
Building empathy, reflection, and personal response
Writing practice linked to poetry study