A series of model paragraphs exploring a linked Guardian article, focusing on grammar, lexis, pragmatics and discourse (an introduction). Also set up for reflection of the successes and weaknesses of the models.

A lesson exploring how PC is a mechanism of language change, considering its controversy and central tenets, as well as providing some examples. Explores how PC can be useful in the exam. Warning: contains some taboo language in an analytical manner.

A lesson exploring the process of standardization, including contextual drivers.

A lesson planning and writing an essay on Accent and Dialect - Paper 2 Section A.

A lesson outlining theories applicable to Language and Occupation, such as Swales, Drew & Heritage, Koester.

A series of four texts (2 transcripts, 1 novel extract, 1 link to a BBC football piece) that focus on the use of Lexis as an analytical tool. Meant for Paper 1, there is also consideration of some aspects of Paper 2.

A resource designed to facilitate the effective revision of pragmatics, focusing on quick wins, applying knowledge and a task at the end using a hyperlinked article.

An lesson explaining the most common tenses in the English language, with examples and questions, plus an open ended task at the end as a plenary.

This helps A-Level English Language students make use of their knowledge of pragmatics, with lots of examples.

A revision lesson for nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs, designed to maintain knowledge from KS2 into KS4.

A detailed lesson introducing graphological analysis with a focus on how to use this methodology in the exam for best effect. Activities and examples throughout.

A useful powerpoint that is focused on the teaching of inference skills, useful for KS2 and 3 mostly, though still applicable for KS4. Includes lots of examples. Can be used as a training/CPD tool (*this was it's original purpose, delivered to KS2 teachers).

A revision lesson going over prescriptivism, descriptivism, Aitchison and McKinnon.

A lesson on sentence types, useful for the Grammar methodology in Year 12.

A useful lesson that covers various techniques for descriptive writing, from its structure, to the use of extended metaphors and sound imagery.

A slow-writing activity with a focus on writing clear action and exposition, with the task chunked down into very manageable moments. Has a basis on First Person Shooter video games to try to make the writing technique relatable. This has proved very successful for boys.

A zombie-themed slow writing activity, focusing on prepositions, adjectives and verbs. Develops writing action and exposition; based around a First Person Shooting video game, so very good with a boys group!

A full and detailed exploration of the usage of apostrophes, filled with examples and mythbusting. Useful for any age group but purposefully aimed at older students and adults as an intervention lesson.

A lesson breaking down the poem into two halves, considering the change in tone and the imagery of war. Has a focus on comparison.

A selection of 4 transcripts, created by the author, that should develop students' ability to analyse talk within the workplace. A variety of contexts with employee-employer, customer-assistant and teacher-parent all present. Also includes hints and a checklist of how to approach transcript tasks.