Year 8 Poetry: Sappho & Protest (3 Less)

Complete 3-Lesson Series on Sappho: Poetry, Protest & Diverse Voices (KS3)

Looking to diversify your KS3 Poetry curriculum? This high-quality, 3-lesson series introduces Year 8 students to the “Tenth Muse,” Sappho. It explores early female voices, identity, and the foundations of protest poetry.

Designed by a qualified English Teacher and official GCSE/A-Level Examiner, these lessons bridge the gap between KS3 engagement and the analytical skills required for GCSE success.

Key Features:

Zero Prep Required: All tasks, extracts, and discussion prompts are built into the slides.

Paperless / Eco-Friendly: Designed to be taught directly from the board—no printing or separate worksheets needed.

Diverse Curriculum: A perfect addition to a “Power and Conflict” or “Protest” poetry unit.

Interactive Tasks: Includes starters, main analytical tasks, and creative plenary activities.

Topics Covered:

Who was Sappho? Contextual background of Ancient Greece.

Analyzing fragments: Language, imagery, and tone.

Poetry as Protest: How female voices have historically challenged the status quo.

Format: Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx)