Mix and match key persuasive devices and their definitions. Including: Facts Statistics Emotive language Opinions Rule of three/triple Repetition Personal pronouns Imperative verbs Rhetorical questions Quotations Alliteration Hyperbole

2 fairly short non-fiction texts on the subject/theme of warehouses. The first text is taken from Dickens’ biographer and recounts his experience of working in a blacking warehouse. The second text is taken from a newspaper in 2017 and is written by a journalist who experienced working in an Amazon warehouse. Both extracts are relatively short and therefore usable in both KS3 and 4 for non-fiction comparison or as context for Victorian text study.

This resource is an English Language condensed paper 1 created to replicate the style of AQA examination questions. There are more available in this series in my paid shop, alongside a bundle of 4 for a reduced cost. The text extract is from Orwell’s Animal Farm. The text also has a context blurb at the top and is formatted with line numbers to replicate exam text extracts. All questions are included (Q1-5) worded to replicate AQA style. The paper is condensed which means there are no lines for writing - it spans 2 sides in total for cost effective printing. Perfect for tutoring, exam revision, mock exams, walking-talking mocks or in class study.

A simple help sheet giving pupils advice and suggested comments for the effect and key language and structural devices. Designed to be stuck into books and referred to when discussing effect.

This resource contains 12 examination questions for Inspector Calls. They have all featured on past AQA papers and so are suitable for revision and for seeing what sort of question might be asked.

This resource lists 20 exam questions for AQA Lord of the Flies English lit paper 2.

A worksheet listing terminology applicable to both language and structure, divided into categories. There are spaces for definitions and examples which are left blank for pupils to complete. Terms are colour coded - RED= need to know, AMBER = useful to know, GREEN = extending yourself. Works well as a homework task.

A matching activity for some basic structure techniques, including: chronological linear cyclical flash back narrative perspective foreshadowing end focus topic, time or place shift focus repetition

This unit of work guides students through the spoken language compulsory requirement of AQA English Language GCSE. It includes: 27 slide PPT working through key aspects Introduction to the unit and requirements for students Exemplar AQA provided responses Flexible task, building suggestions for pupils Strategies for questioning Structuring a talk Examining persuasive non-fiction There are 2 PPT included - one is extensive and the second one is a bonus extra

A list of key literary techniques (methods) used within the play, for higher ability GCSE students. Terminology is listed down the left of the document, and the definition to the right. The resource can be cut up to allow a matching activity, or definitions only might be provided, to challenge students to label them.

A handout for students running through AQA’s English Language paper 1 - timings, marks and methods for answering. Designed to be a revision checklist to give out to pupils.

A lesson presentation on exploring Robert Browning’s My Last Duchess poem from a totally unseen perspective. Uses a variety of resources to help pupils access the poem, including images and letters. Suitable for a year 9 group, or lower ability GCSE group. This is a challenging poem, but the resources initially focus more on understanding the story, investigating the mystery of the Duke and Duchess and what might have happened to her.

Various non-fiction texts / sources on the theme of Florence Nightingale. A mix of modern and Victorian sources. Suitable for KS3 or KS4 for non-fiction study or contextual knowledge of the Victorian age. Available in PDF and as a Word doc. Includes: Extract from a biography of Nightingale Information from the Florence Nightingale Museum An Image from the Illustrated London news An image of a news article on Nightingale (small font) An extract from Nightingale’s notes on hospitals (image)

A very simple resource selecting key quotes focused around the theme of violence and conflict. 11 quotes in total, available as PDF or Word doc.

This resource is a news article taken from The Guardian and written in 1912 about the sinking of the Titanic. It is a useful non-fiction cross over text for language paper 2, whilst remaining on topic for the context of Inspector Calls.

This resource is a template for planning a formal letter, designed for lower ability pupils. The template separates each element of the letter out into a series of simple questions to assist with planning writing. It can be adjusted to fit any task.

20 key quotes selected from A Christmas Carol to assist with revision of the text. Quotes chosen to be reflective of key themes and characters. Formatted as a Word doc

This is an article taken from a newspaper in 1846 publishing Dickens’ views on Ragged Schools. Useful for teaching context on Christmas Carol or other relevant Victorian texts

A simple handout to give to pupils that gives advice on different ways to revise for English. Could also be given to parents to avoid that age-old quote: “you can’t revise for English”.

A handout explaining the different types of repetition, with definitions. The ones marked in red are the more useful ones. Suitable for high ability GCSE or A level students.