The new GCSE specifications are out, but sample papers are few and far between. Until the exam boards produce more papers, it is down to teachers to come up with our own. This resource is a set of exam-style questions for persuasive writing. This resource has been written by a Head of English with 8 years' teaching experience. It is based on the New OCR 9-1 GCSE English Language paper 1: Communicating Information and Ideas. The resource has been tried and tested successfully with KS4 English pupils. This resource includes: Four exam-style persuasive writing questions based on the new OCR GCSE questions. A model answer for one of the questions A teacher-friendly marking grid based on the OCR mark scheme.

Two creative writing lessons for English Language GCSE. Includes: One "introduction" lesson, that could be used as the starter for a scheme of work or unit at the beginning of the year. Useful as a diagnostic of pupils' prior understanding as it tests various skills including basic grammar knowledge and writing skills. One lesson on "describing a moment in time", encouraging pupils to extend their descriptive writing and use higher-level techniques. Created by a Head of English with ten years' experience and tested on real pupils!

Set of three lessons that cover questions 1-4 on the Communicating Information and Ideas paper. Targeted at lower ability pupils compared to my other paper 1 resource, but absolutely usable for any ability. The texts are interesting and engaging for pupils as many have heard of this legend in local mythology. Includes: Three Power Points Two texts on the theme of the mysterious "Black Dog" legend, including one pre-C19th text An annotated version of one text A sample answer for question 4. Created by a Head of English with ten years' experience and tried and tested with real-life pupils!