A worksheet designed to explore the reactions of the characters upon discovering Duncan’s body. Students are encouraged to interpret the reaction, support their idea with a quote and link to theme and context of the play. Great for revision or a first reading of the scene.

A rough guide on writing the main body of an essay for the Edexcel iGCSE English Literature exam. Structured tasks encourage students to plan their response and provide examples of student work and AO2 demonstrations. Additional paper is needed to complete tasks. Can be used as an independent task, cover work, homework or as a lesson/revision resource.

A worksheet that can be used as an independent revision task or as part of a lesson. Designed to explore how power is used in the play with key vocabulary and quotes included. I’ve used it myself for essay prep and individual tutoring, too!

Editable. A planning resource designed to help students plan and develop a short story in the style of Gothic horror. Requires use of a thesaurus and exercise books/paper. Can be developed into a mini scheme of around 3-4 lessons with writing and DIRT too! The first two slides are the actual work sheet - best printed on A3. The remaining slides can be used as a visual aid during the lesson. Has YouTube links for spooky ambience included! Originally designed for Year 7 but could be used and/or adapted for any age group. Great for cover work!

An independent worksheet designed to guide students through a first response, annotation and analysis of a key theme or concept within an unseen poem. This resource is based on Medusa by Carol Ann Duffy and the themes of anger and jealousy. Great as a classroom resource, independent task, cover, homework etc. Best printed on A3, double sided.

An independent worksheet designed to guide students through a first response, annotation and analysis of a key theme or concept within an unseen poem. This resource is based on Belfast Confetti by Ciaran Carson and the theme of confusion. Great as a classroom resource, independent task, cover, homework etc. Best printed on A3, double sided.

An independent worksheet designed to guide students through a first response, annotation and analysis of a key theme or concept within an unseen poem. This resource is based on The Manhunt by Simon Armitage and the theme of conflict. Great as a classroom resource, independent task, cover, homework etc. Best printed on A3, double sided.

A worksheet designed to help students plan/design their own ghost for the story of A Christmas Carol. Good prep for a creative writing exercise. I’ve found it owes itself quite well to Cultural Capital and current events; last year I had a student create a ghost based on Greta Thunberg that came to warn people about the effects of global warming, etc. Best printed on A3. Great for independent work, homework, cover, etc.

Revision session on the characters of Mr and Mrs Birling, including required worksheets. Helpful video links are included to support students if needed - the content of the videos does not belong to me.

Revision session on the character of Inspector Goole, including required worksheets. Helpful video links are included to support students if needed - the content of the videos does not belong to me.

Revision session on the theme of age, including required worksheets. Helpful video links are included to support students if needed - the content of the videos does not belong to me.

Revision session on the theme of wealth and power, including required worksheets. Helpful video links are included to support students if needed - the content of the videos does not belong to me.

Revision session on the theme of social responsibility, including required worksheets. Helpful video links are included to support students if needed - the content of the videos does not belong to me.

Revision session on the characters of Eva and Edna, including required worksheets. Helpful video links are included to support students if needed - the content of the videos does not belong to me.

Revision session on the characters of Eric and Sheila Birling, including required worksheets. Helpful video links are included to support students if needed - the content of the videos does not belong to me.

Editable. An independent worksheet designed to guide students through a first response, annotation and analysis of a key theme or concept within an unseen poem. This resource is based on Kid by Simon Armitage and the theme of maturity. Great as a classroom resource, independent task, cover, homework etc. Best printed on A3, double sided.

A fun Christmas lesson for either Key Stage 3 or Key Stage 4. Students write a front page newspaper article on Santa sightings. Required access to Youtube. Includes worksheet.

A fun Key Stage 4 or HA Key Stage 3 Christmas lesson where students write a letter to Santa as transactional writing. Includes worksheet that can be used with or without the powerpoint.

A fun Christmas lesson where students have the opportunity to design and describe their own elf with a focus on vocabulary. Best suited to Key Stage 3. Access to YouTube required. Includes a full worksheet that can be used with or without the PowerPoint

A two-part lesson based on Section B of the Edexcel GCSE English Language Paper 2. Students discuss, plan and write an article or speech based on the Paris Catacombs; they are either promoting it as a tourist attraction or arguing it’s not suitable for visitors. Lesson 1: Video and discussion. Link included in PowerPoint. Planning a response to the exam task Annotating example responses for effective language and structure Lesson 2: Recap and write in exam conditions for 45 minutes.