A lesson to introduce how a text producer creates meaning and representation. The focus is on analysis of noun, noun phrases, denotation, connotation and contexts. Ideal for Y12 as they begin their study of AQA AS/A Level English Language.

A lesson and all resources for an introduction to unseen poetry using Minister for Education. Great starter that engages the students and recaps and re-enforces learning of poetic techniques. It can also be used with other poetry. Includes differentiated poetic techniques for higher and lower ability.

A comprehensive set of assessment and feedback sheets for each question on GCSE Language and GCSE Literature papers 1 &2. Each sheet has marking criteria for each question with a space for comments on what went well and even better if. Eases marking load for English teachers. Just highlight the criteria in green to show achievement and in pink to show next steps. Ideal for focussing students minds on the requirements for each question.

Use these name cards to identify the target grades of pupils by easy colour borders, add a literary figure to show the area of need or level of ability. Laminate the cards and use them to re-arrange seating plans before a lesson. Great for pairing pupils and ensuring gender mix in group work. Lots of creative uses.

A handy activity that can be used for homework or class work to practise Q1&2 on Paper 2 of AQA GCSE English Language.

Great activities for AQA GCSE English Lit Paper 2 - Conflict Poetry- Exposure by Wilfred Owen.

A useful display or assessment tool to highlight pupil progression through learning ladders.

A useful assessment or display tool to track student progress at GCSE Literature.

A whole lesson consisting of reading and analysing language and structure of diary extracts, followed by creative writing task on diaries. Suitable for KS3 abd KS4.

A lesson for GCSE English Language enabling students to select information from Non fiction texts. Students are given a scaffolded answer to introduce them to writing about implicit meaning.

A comprehensive guide to reading and writing speeches. Suitable for GCSE or Functional Skills English. Lots of examples. Worksheet for planning.

A revision session on transactional writing specifically designed for GCSE Edexcel but equally useful for other examination boards. This revises writing journals, articles and speeches. Plenty of scope for group work and peer assessment.

A fully resourced lesson for revision of writing articles. This is suitable for preparation for GCSE English Language for either AQA or EDEXCEL.

A complete lesson on analysing structure and using structural techniques in non fiction writing. Great for revising GCSE English Language for AQA or EDEXCEL