With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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AQA GCSE LANGUAGE PAPER 1 READING - This comprehension paper for reading practice focuses on the essential reading skills required for the AQA GCSE Language Paper 1.
Includes:
a 600-word excerpt from Oscar Wilde’s " The Picture of Dorian Gray’
free response questions
answers
The resource can be used as a standalone reading comprehension or exam revision lesson, cover lesson or an independent homework task.
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This resource provides a comprehensive AQA GCSE English Language Paper 2 practice set focusing on women’s rights, featuring two contrasting reading passages, corresponding questions, and a writing task. It is designed to help students develop their reading comprehension, analytical, and writing skills.
Includes:
Reading Passages:
Source A: A 19th-century pamphlet discussing the experiences of suffragette hunger strikers.
Source B: A contemporary essay on the progress and remaining challenges in gender equality.
Section A: Reading Questions:
Question 1 (4 marks): Choose four true statements based on Source A.
Question 2 (8 marks): Summarise the different challenges women face as described in both texts.
Question 3 (12 marks): Analyse how the writer of Source B uses language to present ongoing issues in gender equality.
Question 4 (16 marks): Compare how the two writers convey their perspectives on women’s rights and equality.
Section B: Writing Task (40 marks):
Write an article for a school magazine explaining views on the progress of women’s rights and the challenges that remain.
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ALSO SUITABLE FOR HOME STUDY.
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KEATS - WHEN I HAVE FEARS THAT I WILL CEASE TO BE - WORKBOOK
A comprehensive workbook on Keats’ ‘When I Have Fears That I Will Cease To Be’ poem.
The workbook contains the following:
poem text
*summary
plain English translation
Context
form and structure chart
10 questions to Unpick the Poem and informed responses
coverpage
Students can use the booklet to study the poem independently or it can be used as discussion material in the lesson. ATx
Suitable for both KS3 and KS4 students as a standalone, or for those studying ‘Twelfth Night’, ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ or ‘Much Ado About Nothing’.
This all-in-one comprehensive resource explores mistaken identities, clever wordplay, and themes of love and marriage. Explore plot devices, thematic elements, and character dynamics through practical activities on an interactive ppt containing:
multiple-choice questions
true/false statements
discussion questions
and a creative task, with subsequent reflection activity
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For the creative task, students will create a story board from content chosen from one of the scenes of the play. Afterwards, they will write a short reflection on the creative process.
Perfect for students and enthusiasts, this resource offers a structured approach to understanding Shakespearean comedy
The concise plot summary of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet is acessible for reluctant readers, LAPs and MAPs alike.
Included:
Criptic Question
Plot summary
True/False
MCQs
Discussion Questions
Creative Task - Students to reimagine and write the ending of the summary in modern times
Answers
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This FREE printable resource will serve as a standalone, a starter or a lead in to a storyboarding activity for a range of student levels. Once students unscramble the 10 sentences, they will have a good idea of the main events of the plot of ROMEO & JULIET.
Included:
10 scrambled sentences
Answers
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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO - READING COMPREHENSION CHARACTER ANALYSIS - Romeo Montague’s character analysis explores his intense love for Juliet, his initial infatuation with Rosaline, and his impulsive actions throughout “Romeo and Juliet.” Students will gain insight into Romeo’s multifaceted personality, his struggles with love and emotion, and the impact of his relationships with others.
Included:
analysis
comprehension questions
creative writing task
answers
**The creative writing task allows students to engage with Romeo’s character in a new context while demonstrating their understanding of his personality and motivations.
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NON-FICTION - CULTURE - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - Students will explore the profound influence of CULTURE on our daily lives.
From how we behave, what and how we think, how we dress, what we eat and even what we become.
Included:
PASSAGE
MCQS X 5
FREE RESPONSE QS X10
SCENARIOS - DISCUSSION QS X 8
CREATIVE TASK - DESIGN A GLOBAL UNITY FLAG
TEACHER NOTES X 2 (Discussion & Creative Task)
ANSWERS
An essential tool for promoting inclusivity and global awareness in the classroom.
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AUSTEN - PRIDE & PREJUDICE - CHARACTER PERSPECTIVES - FICTIONAL DIARY ENTRIES - DARCY & BINGLEY.
INCLUDED:
TWO FICTIONAL REFLECTIVE DIARY ENTRIES - ON DARCY & BINGLEY’S ENCOUNTERS WITH ELIZABETH AND JANE BENNET
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
REFLECTIVE WRITING TASK
ANSWERS
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SHAKESPEARE ROMEO & JULIET PLOT SUMMARY - COMPREHENSION AND SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
SUITABLE FOR SEN/LAPS/MAPS.
Combining both the plot summary reading comprehension workbook with a plot summary sentence scramble activity will enhance students’ grasp of the Romeo & Juliet storyline, fostering both critical thinking and reading proficiency.
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SHAKESPEARE - ROMEO & JULIET PLOT SUMMARY AND EXPLORING SHAKESPEAREAN TRAGEDY READING COMPREHENSION & PLOT SUMMARY SENTENCE SCRAMBLE.
Combining a plot summary reading comprehension workbook, a plot summary sentence scramble activity, and a reading comprehension titled “Exploring Shakespearean Tragedy” will immerse students in the tragic elements of Romeo & Juliet, fostering critical thinking and reading skills while delving into the complexities of Shakespearean tragedy.
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SHAKESPEARE - MAIN CHARACTERS IN ROMEO & JULIET - SENTENCE SCRAMBLES - With this resource students explore the relationships between the characters in Romeo & Juliet, who’s related to whom and their characteristics.
After students have completed the sentence scramble, they could create a relationship FAMILY TREE on a large piece of A3 or A2 paper and present their findings to the class.
Included:
SCRAMBLED SENTENCES FOR A WHOLE CAST OF MAIN CHARACTERS
UNSCRAMBLED ANSWERS
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AQA GCSE PAPER 1 READING PRACTICE - CHARLES KINGSLEY - THE WATER BABIES.
This carefully chosen passage from the opening of the book, skilfully portrays the struggles and aspirations of Tom, the 10 year old chimney-sweep, while highlighting his resilience, dreams for a better future, and complex interactions. It offers ample analytical opportunities for examining themes, language and structure.
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TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
SHAKESPEARE - COMPREHENSION - EXPLORATION OF COMEDIES
CULTURE-COMPRENSION WORKBOOK-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES
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Tailored for Reluctant Readers between 11 - 16, this concise reading resource explores the origins and impact of Earth Day. Students learn about Rachel Carson’s influential book ‘Silent Spring,’ the legislative changes sparked by the first Earth Day, and how it continues to inspire environmental activism today.
Included:
passage
MCQs
True/False statements
discussion questions for comprehensive understanding
two creative tasks - one personal letter/one Earth Day poster
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NON-FICTION -SPORTS - INVICTUS GAMES - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - The Invictus games, for those involved, ( participants, spectators, sponsors and volunteers) are a journey of resilience, camaraderie, and empowerment.
Students will explore the inspiring world of the Invictus Games with this informative and engaging resource. They will begin with a reading passage about the Games, followed by thought-provoking multiple-choice questions and reflective free-response prompts.
Students will then bring the games to life by stepping into roles with heartwarming role-play scenarios. The teacher notes will guide facilitation, ensuring meaningful discussions and insights.
A creative writing task will give students the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge of the games and explore the impact this learning has had on their perception of the Games.
Answers to MCQs and Free Response Qs
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NON FICTION - CHINESE NEW YEAR OF THE SNAKE 2025 - READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES/WORKBOOK - Explore the Year of the Snake - Chinese New Year 2025.
Included:
PASSAGE
MCQS
TRUE/FALSE
DISCUSSION QS
CREATIVE TASKS X 2 - Design a symbol or write a new year’s poem
ANSWERS
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PARALYMPICS 2024 - NON FICTION READING COMPREHENSION
Paralympics history, adaptive sports technology, Paris 2024 innovations, Sir Ludwig Guttmann, Stoke Mandeville Games, biomechanics, inclusive sports, global impact.
Students can explore the inspiring evolution of Paralympic Games; learn about adaptive technology, history, and the groundbreaking innovations anticipated in Paris 2024 and discover how the Games challenge perceptions and promote inclusive sports globally.
The resource includes a comprehensive overview of the Paralympic Games’ evolution, the role of technology in enhancing athletes’ experiences, and a look ahead to the innovations expected at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. It covers key historical moments, technological advancements in prosthetics and adaptive sports equipment, and the societal impact of the Paralympics.
Additionally, the multiple-choice questions test knowledge and understanding of the Paralympic Games, making it an insightful educational resource.
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