This is a set of 30 carefully and colourfully created PowerPoint slides introducing clauses. As a teacher, I have often found that students further on in their education lack a solid understanding of this basic element of English. A good understanding of how this building block of sentence formation works is essential for clear and coherent writing. The slides start with basic principles, but slowly move on to more advanced aspects of clauses. The resource covers: Subject & predicate Main & subordinate clauses Co-ordinating conjunctions Subordinating conjunctions Common errors (including punctuation, comma splicing & run on sentences) Conjunctive adverbs (however, therefore, furthermore) Relative clauses The resource comes with 5 error-correction worksheets with a total of 50 questions to test student understanding. An answer key is provided. As always, if you have any questions about this resource please ask away. If you have any problems with the resource or find any typos or other errors, do let me know and I will endeavor to address the issue as soon as possible. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This is a fantastic resource for introducing verbs to students. It includes: 50 high quality PowerPoint slides with fun & attractive visuals and animations 5 verb word search exercises with 10 verbs per exercise 5 verb gap-fill exercises with 10 verbs per exercise Table of 108 strong & descriptive verbs under six categories of verb Sentence construction activity utilizing descriptive verbs from a list Bonus 20 common verbs poster Each gap-fill exercise has a corresponding word search exercise focused on the same verb set. Each exercise pair includes ten verbs, giving a total of fifty common verbs. The exercises begin at an easy level but increase in difficulty, the fifth exercise being the most difficult. Answer keys are provided. Where possible, verbs have been selected for their descriptiveness. The exercises can be teacher-led or carried out individually or in competitive pairs / groups. At the end, a verb table is provided consisting of 108 strong, descriptive verbs across six categories (speech, movement, emotions, actions, senses & thoughts). Students then have to choose a verb from each of the categories and create sentences with those verbs. Instructions contain suggested follow-up activities. PPT slides are of a high quality and well-designed with colorful, engaging visuals and fun animation. The presentation is designed to be interactive. It covers ‘doing’ verbs, ‘being’ verbs, ‘state’ verbs and ‘helping’ verbs. A wide range of examples are provided across verb tenses. A series of ‘reference’ slides are included presenting simplified rules of conjugation for tense and person. The final section of the presentation focuses on encouraging students to be creative with verb use by substituting more descriptive verbs for generic ones. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the document just let me know and I will address them. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This handout guides the student in developing a creative story by prompting them around the use of structural devices and character / plot development. As both PDF and editable PowerPoint. PDF can be made editable by first converting to PowerPoint with a free web-based file conversion tool.

This is an aid for students being introduced to Shakespeare’s language. It consists of: Two versions of a 25-word matching activity where students have to match the Shakespearean word to the modern equivalent. The words have been selected based on some of the most frequently recurring Shakespearean terms. Examples provided of the words in use with quotes taken from Romeo & Juliet Two examples of subject-verb-object inversion. Two crosswords, one where students are given the Shakespearean term and have to find the modern equivalent, and one vice versa. The words are the same as the ones from the earlier activity to help consolidation. This set of activities was designed to be used in conjunction with the PowerPoint presentation “Introduction to Shakespeare’s Life, Times & Language”, but can also be used independently.

This is a set of 20 well-researched and well-presented PowerPoint slides covering key text analysis, quotes, context, characters, themes, and linguistic features of Romeo & Juliet Act 2, scene 3. The 20 slides include additional detailed analysis in the notes section to each slide. Resource includes task where students have to identify themes in the scene and provide supporting textual evidence. This can be used to aid the introduction of Act 2 scene 3 or as a springboard for deeper analysis of the text, characters, themes and plot. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the resource just let me know and I will address them. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This is a set of well-researched and well-presented PowerPoint slides with clipart characters covering key text analysis, quotes, context, characters, themes, and linguistic features of Romeo & Juliet Act 1, Scene 3. The 19 slides include suggested execution tips and additional information in the notes section to each slide. Resource includes task where students have to identify themes in the scene and provide supporting textual evidence. This can be used to aid the introduction of Act 1 Scene 3 or as a springboard for deeper analysis of the text, characters, themes and plot. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the document just let me know and I will address them. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This is a set of 17 PowerPoint slides covering key text analysis, quotes, characters, themes, and linguistic features of Romeo & Juliet Act 1, Scene 2. The slides incorporate tasks where students have to answer questions and search for themes and linguistic devices in the text, supporting with textual evidence. Teacher should refer to any notes at the bottom of the slides for added insights. This can be used to aid the introduction of Act 1 Scene 2 or as a springboard for deeper analysis of the text, characters, themes and plot. The clipart characters are my own and subject to normal copyright. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the document just let me know and I will address them. Thanks

This document includes a two-page poster with 18 of the most commonly used linguistic devices including a definition and statement of effect or purpose and a worksheet with examples and activities to assist understanding and retention. When teaching linguistic devices I have been struck by how quickly students forget them and / or mix them up. Often they are able to name the devices but are not as able to grasp the intended use or effect on the reader. For that reason I have found it useful to have a poster on the wall covering the main devices and to reinforce understanding with activities such as the ones here. The first activity is one where students are given the device name and have to provide a definition and statement of effect / purpose, together with an example. The second activity is one where students are given a definition and have to match that with the appropriate name from a box below. The third activity similarly has students matching an example of the device in use with the appropriate name. At the end of the document there is also a list of sample sentence stems which students can use when performing analysis. I am always happy to receive feedback as to how these materials worked for you. If you have any questions or problems with the materials please let me know and I will seek to address them as soon as possible. All materials are proofread twice but if you do come across any mistakes or typos just leave a comment so I can amend and update. Thanks.

This is a set of 27 PowerPoint slides covering key text analysis, quotes, characters, themes, and linguistic features of Romeo & Juliet Act 1, Scene 1. The slides incorporate activities where students have to search for themes and linguistic devices in the text, as well as discern mood and tone, supporting with textual evidence. This can be used to aid the introduction of Act 1 Scene 1. The clipart characters are my own and subject to normal copyright. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the document just let me know and I will address them. Thanks

This is a set of well-researched and well-presented PowerPoint slides with clipart characters covering key text analysis, quotes, context, characters, themes, and linguistic features of Romeo & Juliet Act 1, Scene 4. The 19 slides include suggested execution tips and additional information in the notes section to each slide. Resource includes task where students have to identify themes in the scene and provide supporting textual evidence. This can be used to aid the introduction of Act 1 Scene 4 or as a springboard for deeper analysis of the text, characters, themes and plot. The clipart characters are my own and subject to normal copyright. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the document just let me know and I will address them. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This is the complete annotated text from Romeo & Juliet Act 2 scene 3. The detailed annotations are color-coded and cover themes, characters, linguistic features, context, setting, structure, and interpretation. A non-annotated version of the scene is also provided for students to then annotate themselves. The resource also includes: One page of analysis. Ten comprehension questions. Two extended-answer questions. Answer key is provided for the comprehension questions. A glossary of words. Bonus ‘moral debate’ extension activity Questions require students to engage in close analysis of the text and provide textual evidence for their answers. The resource also includes a set of 20 PowerPoint slides containing clipart characters which cover key quotes, characters, themes and textual analysis. As always, if you have any questions about this resource please ask away. If you have any problems with the resource or find any typos or other errors, do let me know and I will endeavor to address the issue as soon as possible. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

Comprehensive walkthrough for AQA GCSE Language Paper 1 (Mr Fisher). Includes 24 PowerPoint slides with suggestions for activities in the notes, and 15 page PDF with high level, annotated exemplars - teacher and student versions.

This is a set of 40 well-researched and well-presented PowerPoint slides covering key text analysis, quotes, context, characters, themes, and linguistic features of Romeo & Juliet Act 2, scene 1 & 2. The 40 slides include additional detailed analysis in the notes section to each slide. Resource includes task where students have to identify themes in the scene and provide supporting textual evidence. This can be used to aid the introduction of Act 2 scenes 1 & 2 or as a springboard for deeper analysis of the text, characters, themes and plot. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the resource just let me know and I will address them. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This is the complete annotated text from Romeo & Juliet Act 1 Scene 3. The detailed annotations are color-coded and cover themes, characters, linguistic features, context, structure & audience effect and interpretation. There is also a page and a half of analysis at the end and ten comprehension questions. Some of the questions can be delivered as group discussion or pair work. Some of the questions require students to engage in close analysis of the text and provide textual evidence for their answers. There is a glossary of words at the end. The resource also includes a set of 20 PowerPoint slides containing clipart characters which cover key quotes, characters, themes and textual analysis. The clipart characters are my own and are subject to normal copyright. As always, if you have any questions about this resource please ask away. If you have any problems with the resource or find any typos or other errors, do let me know and I will endeavor to address the issue as soon as possible. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This digital resource consists of 21 interactive slides designed to introduce plot, plot sequencing and plot diagrams. Students will be presented with several versions of Freytag’s Pyramid and expected to drag and drop text boxes matching them with their appropriate place on a plot diagram. Students will also engage with five short stories, again, sequencing their plots on a plot diagram. Students are given the chance to define plot in their own words and complete two short stories. The repetitive, interactive practice helps to consolidate the concept of plot for students. The resource includes a PDF handout of a plot pyramid, a PDF worksheet for students to sequence their own plots and a handout of seven common plot types. The resource can be used as a teacher-led whole-class exercise, in small groups or individually. The resource includes both a student version and a teacher version with answers. As always, if you have any questions about this resource please ask away. If you have any problems with the resource or find any typos or other errors, do let me know and I will endeavor to address the issue as soon as possible.

This is a detailed, well-researched and carefully curated set of 31 slides to aid with the introduction to Macbeth. It covers: Themes Context (James and Jacobean England, Gunpowder Plot, witches, superstition, fate, Divine Right of Kings, Great Chain of Being) Language (blank verse, prose and rhymed verse, anastrophe, vocabulary) Setting Introduction to tragic drama (dramatic structure, Freytag’s Pyramid, Classic Greek origins, catharsis, hamartia). Slides involve transitions and some sound effects. Individual slide notes are included to offer answers to activities, suggested execution and follow ups. A bonus Opinionnaire is included to stimulate reflection and discussion around themes. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔ If you have any problems with or questions about the resource please don’t hesitate to contact me and I will endeavor to address them forthwith. Thank you for your interest in this resource.

This is a set of well-researched and well-presented PowerPoint slides with clipart characters covering key text analysis, quotes, context, characters, themes, and linguistic features of Romeo & Juliet Act 1, Scene 5. The 30 slides are interactive and include suggested execution tips and additional information in the notes section to each slide. Resource includes a task where students have to identify themes in the scene and provide supporting textual evidence. This can be used to aid the introduction of Act 1 Scene 4 or as a springboard for deeper analysis of the text, characters, themes and plot. The clipart characters are my own and subject to normal copyright. If you have any questions or any difficulties with the document just let me know and I will address them. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This is the complete annotated text from Romeo & Juliet Act 1 Scene 2. The detailed annotations are color-coded and cover: themes, characters, linguistic features, context, structure & audience effect and interpretation. There is also a page of analysis of the scene at the end and ten comprehension questions. Some of the questions can be delivered as group discussion or pair work. Some of the questions require students to engage in close analysis of the text and provide textual evidence for their answers. There is a glossary of words at the end. I have also included a set of 20 PowerPoint slides which cover key quotes, characters, themes and some textual analysis. The clipart characters are my own and are subject to normal copyright. As always, if you have any questions about this resource please ask away. If you have any problems with the resource or find any typos or other errors, do let me know and I will endeavor to address the issue as soon as possible. Thanks.

This is the complete annotated text from Romeo & Juliet Act 1 Scene 5. The detailed annotations are colour-coded and cover themes, characters, linguistic features, context, setting, structure, and interpretation. A non-annotated version of the scene is also provided for students to then annotate themselves. A one-page guide to annotating is provided. The resource also includes: Two pages of analysis. Ten comprehension questions. Two extended-answer questions. Answer key is provided for the comprehension questions. A glossary of words. Questions require students to engage in close analysis of the text and provide textual evidence for their answers. The resource also includes a set of 30 PowerPoint slides containing clipart characters which cover key quotes, characters, themes and textual analysis. The clipart characters are my own and are subject to normal copyright. As always, if you have any questions about this resource please ask away. If you have any problems with the resource or find any typos or other errors, do let me know and I will endeavor to address the issue as soon as possible. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔

This is the complete annotated text from Romeo & Juliet Act 1 Scene 1. The detailed annotations are color-coded and cover themes, characters, linguistic features, context, setting, structure, and interpretation. A non-annotated version of the scene is also provided for students to then annotate themselves. A one-page guide to annotating is provided. The resource also includes: Two pages of analysis. Ten comprehension questions. An extended-answer question. Answer key is provided for the comprehension questions. A glossary of words. Questions require students to engage in close analysis of the text and provide textual evidence for their answers. The resource also includes a set of 27 PowerPoint slides containing clipart characters which cover key quotes, characters, themes and textual analysis. As always, if you have any questions about this resource please ask away. If you have any problems with the resource or find any typos or other errors, do let me know and I will endeavor to address the issue as soon as possible. ►This resource has been classroom-tested and approved by both students and teachers! ✔ ✔ ✔