An A3 resource based on Section B of the Edexcel GCSE English Language Exam. Students explore a topic, plan a response and then write it up as per the exam. Can be given as a revision resource, cover task, homework task or can alternatively be spread across 3-4 lessons (planning, writing and DIRT). Best to be printed on A3, double sided. The task is based on a local issue about beach rules on our island but can be edited to be made more universal. The dog in the picture is my own!

Resources for three master classes on AO2, AO3 and AO4 in Edexcel GCSE Language Paper 2. All three Master Classes are included in the PowerPoint and can be used over 1-2 lessons each. I used them for an Easter revision day. Worksheets, mark schemes and examples are all included in the PowerPoint. Articles/texts are separate. Topics are as follows: AO2 - Psychics and the Supernatural AO3 - The Batman reviews (spoilers have been removed!) AO4 - JK Rowling and transphobia

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 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.

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.

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.

A Christmas quiz I originally used for a family quiz night but can easily be adapted and used for school (I’ll be doing so this year!). Consists of: Picture Round - Christmas Dingbats (My students did great with these but my adult family members struggled - use your judgement for this one!) *** Round 1** - Christmas Trivia Round 2 - Elf Identity Parade Round 3 - General Knowledge 2022** (this is 2022 specific but can be changed/adapted easily enough!)** **Comedy Interlude ** *** Round 4** - Complete the Christmas Lyrics *** Round 5** - Intros Round: Christmas Number Ones (some of these will need changing for younger participants! Maybe just use the Christmas ones?) *** Round 6 - Christmas Around the World* (Merry Christmas in 12 different languages; what language is it?)* All videos are embedded and links included if needed. Answers are also at the end with animations. Check the ‘Notes’ section of each slide for comments/ideas on acceptable answers, what is worth a half point, etc. A choice of tie breakers also added at the end.

Independent work booklet designed to guide students step by step through Edexcel English Language Paper 1 Reading Section. The focus of the booklet is the journey to Dracula’s castle and the booklet includes model paragraphs, example quotes and exam criteria that can be used my teachers to mark draft answers with an opportunity for a DIRT task on AO2 and AO4. I’ve used this as half term homework, a lesson resource, for private tutoring and as cover work over the years! Due to formatting, the cover and extract are separate documents so all will need to be printed for the full booklet.

Independent work booklet designed to guide students step by step through Edexcel English Language Paper 1 Reading Section. The focus of the booklet is the first description of Scrooge from A Christmas Carol and the booklet includes model paragraphs, example quotes and exam criteria that can be used my teachers to mark draft answers with an opportunity for a DIRT task on AO2 and AO4. I’ve used this as half term homework, a lesson resource, for private tutoring and as cover work over the years! Due to formatting, the cover and extract are separate documents so all will need to be printed for the full booklet.

Independent work booklet designed to guide students step by step through the structure of an essay for Edexcel iGCSE ENglish Literature. The focus of the essay title is age and the booklet includes model paragraphs, example quotes and exam criteria that can be used my teachers to mark essay drafts with an opportunity for a DIRT task at the end. I’ve used this as half term homework, a lesson resource, for private tutoring and as cover work over the years!

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.

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.

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.

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

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.