This worksheet provides pupils with a word bank of 90 sophisticated adjectives describing the characters of the play. The activities guide them through evaluating each character and the way that they evolve from on act to the next. Ideal as a whole lesson or as homework. Editable and easy-to-follow (ideal for a cover lesson - just add dictionaries!). Extension activity: ask pupils to pair up and argue for the best three adjectives to describe their allocated character at a specific point in the play. Then, each pair joins another pair to argue about the most suitable adjectives. A fantastic way of getting pupils to use new vocabulary as soon as possible.

A fun, editable, ready-to-use lesson which guides pupils through exploring similes and metaphors in song lyrics. Differentiated lesson and challenge objectives.Proven success in numerous Transition Days across Years 5 to 8 in my current school.

A simple explanation of what prepositions are, coupled with two short activities to allow pupils to identify and use them for themselves. Editable, ready-to-use and ideal for EAL learners.

A straightforward introduction to modal verbs on an editable, ready-to-use worksheet. Fantastic for EAL learners!

A colourful booklet which introduces pupils to: Conan-Doyle's literary career; Victorian crime fiction; Crime in Victorian London; Victorian women; the Governess; Darwin; The Andaman Islands and Queen Victoria. Suggested activity: share this booklet with pupils, divide them into groups and ask them to research their allocated topic in depth, ready to teach to the rest of the class in a 10-15 minute mini-lesson.

A two page, editable, pictorial map designed to aid pupils to explore the major themes if the novel: fear; crime & punishment; wealth & class; the British Empire; love; the exotic; women and intellect vs. emotion. A fantastic revision exercise and/or quote finding activity. For whole lesson: 1) Divide pupils into differentiated groups and allocate roles accordingly (Director, time-keeper, inclusion manager, etc.). 2) Allocate themes to individual pupils/pairs to find evidence supporting their ideas. Differentiation: guidance could be provided as to page numbers/chapters, etc. Challenge: to choose the best three quotes as evidence for the allocated theme(s). 3) Make the task a challenge, by allowing pupils to vote for the hardest worker/most valuable contribution per group. 4)Feedback to whole class or, divide groups and rotate to share their findings with classmates!

An independent learning project which asks 'big' questions to stimulate higher order thinking and encourages pupils to reconnect with literature and develop their discussion, debate and reasoning skills. Very thought-provoking and fun, even for your quietest classes! Includes editable PPT, editable pupil booklet and a differentiated reading list.

A full lesson including: A copy of the poem with key terms; a card sort starter which introduces the poetic devices used in the poem; a differentiated activity analysing the poem and a PPT presentation which guides pupils through each activity.

A differentiated two page worksheet and copy of the poem 'The Sea' by James Reeves suitable for teaching pupils how to identify, comment and explain the structure and language of poetry. Plus a little AfL for good measure.

A colourful and easy-to-follow worksheet that explains what cohesive devices are and how to use them.

A starter and main activity based upon identifying and using comparative conjunctions accurately. Also a useful model of discursive writing for Common Entrance or GCSE pupils.

A booklet which guides pupils through key extracts from Act One of the play, prompting them to: closely annotate; question and interrogate the text, independently. Designed to meet the AO1 and AO2 of the new spec AQA English Literature course.

A worksheet inspired by Visual or Artful Thinking Technique created as part of the Harvard University Project Zero. Fantastic for encouraging pupils to think deeper, more independently and more broadly, step-by-step!

A worksheet that could be used as a starter or group challenge to helps learners to link their ideas effectively.

A colourful, editable step-by-step guide to writing analytical paragraphs suitable for higher attainers in Year 7 up to GCSE level. Model response is based upon 'An Inspector Calls' by J.B Priestley.

A colourful and editable resource which guides pupils through mindful self and peer assessment. A great tool to help minimize marking and encourage your pupils to take ownership of their work!

A colourful set of posters of Bloom's Taxonomy verbs - great for creating lesson objectives or challenging your pupils to write their own.

An editable, A3 sized worksheet to help pupils learn poetry key words with examples and explanations of the possible effects that they create for the reader. Fantastic for EAL and SEN pupils, as well as those who simply need a reminder not to write,"The poet's use of alliteration/rhyme/metaphor (delete as appropriate) grabs the reader's attention."

An editable worksheet which facilitates the learning of the relationship between modal verbs and probability.

An editable A3 worksheet which explains how all types of punctuation are used in clear and comprehensive terms, with space for pupils to practise the application of each one.

A colourful, editable step-by-step guide to writing analytical paragraphs suitable for higher attainers in Year 7 up to GCSE level. The model response is based upon analysing the use of typography on a book cover of the novel 'The Woman in Black' by Susan Hill.