In today’s captivating lesson on King Arthur, students will immerse themselves in a carefully selected extract, setting the stage for a journey into the legendary world of Camelot. The lesson kicks off with an engaging “Do Now” activity, prompting students to reflect on their prior knowledge and predictions about King Arthur. The main task unfolds as students embark on the enriching process of crafting their own PETAL paragraph, skillfully analysing how Arthur is presented in the text. With a focus on Point, Evidence, Technique, Analysis, and Link, students will hone their literary analysis skills. The lesson culminates in a collaborative atmosphere as students engage in peer assessment, offering constructive feedback and fostering a deeper understanding of the nuances in Arthurian literature. Through this comprehensive lesson, students not only explore the character of King Arthur but also develop critical thinking and analytical writing skills.

A PPT presentation on key themes presented in the poem A Posion Tree by William Blake.

This resource allows pupils to be exposed to Language paper 1 style questions for the AQA Exam. The extract used for this lesson was ‘Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’. This lesson worked beautifully for middle/lower ability sets to help build their confidence in accessing this exam.

In this thought-provoking lesson centered around “The Bone Sparrow” project, students are tasked with envisioning and creating their own ideal center or home for refugees. The lesson commences with a compelling “Do Now” activity, prompting students to reflect on the challenges faced by refugees and brainstorm the essential elements necessary for a supportive and nurturing environment. The main task unfolds as students channel their creativity and empathy to design a space that goes beyond physical shelter, considering the emotional and psychological needs of refugees. Students will incorporate elements from the novel, drawing inspiration from the themes of resilience and hope. The lesson concludes with a dynamic plenary session where students present their concepts, fostering discussion and providing a platform for sharing diverse perspectives on creating spaces that promote healing and integration for refugees.

In this lesson on human rights lesson inspired by “The Bone Sparrow,” students start with a reflective “Do Now” activity, considering the challenges faced by refugees. The key word of the day introduces a crucial concept related to human rights. The main task involves analyzing an extract from the novel, honing in on Subhi’s human rights and the broader implications. Students then delve into crafting a PETAL paragraph, skillfully examining how Subhi’s rights are portrayed in the text. This comprehensive lesson not only deepens students’ understanding of human rights issues but also sharpens their analytical and literary skills through focused text analysis.

This lesson focuses on Alem’s refugee experience, students are encouraged to think about Alem’s emotional turmoil and to use ambitious vocabulary to deepen their understanding and empathy towards his journey.