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English teacher for upper schools with a passion for literature. My resources eschew flashy, clip-art-infested layouts for clean, focused, and advanced worksheets and activities for students and teachers.
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "An Essay on Man" (Alexander Pope) TEACH + REVISE BUNDLE
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "An Essay on Man" (Alexander Pope) TEACH + REVISE BUNDLE

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This no-prep bundle of activities is designed to enable the in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem From “An Essay on Man” by Alexander Pope. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2026-2028. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Teaching Activities & Follow-Up Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on Alexander Pope’s aphorisms and on his use of antithesis and oxymoron in the poem. 4) Close-reading & Analysis Questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Exam Practice Questions, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4). These can be used as a mock exam with your students. 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Carpet-weavers, Morocco" (Carol Rumens) TEACH + STUDY BUNDLE
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Carpet-weavers, Morocco" (Carol Rumens) TEACH + STUDY BUNDLE

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This no-prep bundle of activities is designed to enable the in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Carpet-weavers, Morocco” by Carol Rumens. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2026-2028. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Teaching Activities & Follow-Up Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on different stanzaic forms as well as visualising the poem, activities that are particularly relevant to Rumens’ poem. 4) Close-reading & Analysis Questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4). These can be used as a mock exam with your students. 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "A Married State" (Katherine Philips) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "A Married State" (Katherine Philips) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS

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This no-prep bundle of activities is designed to enable the in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “A Married State” by Katherine Philips. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2026-2028. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Teaching Activities & Follow-Up Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on the social context - gender roles in 17th-century England and a follow-up activity focusing on juxtaposition and oxymoron, important devices to fully appreciate “A Married State”. 4) Close-reading & Analysis Questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4). These can be used as a mock exam with your students. 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Before the Sun" (Charles Mungoshi) TEACH & REVISE BUNDLE + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Before the Sun" (Charles Mungoshi) TEACH & REVISE BUNDLE + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Before the Sun” by Charles Mungoshi. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2026-2028. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on sensory imagery. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Storyteller" (Liz Lochhead) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Storyteller" (Liz Lochhead) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Storyteller” by Liz Lochhead. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2026-2028. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on the tradition of oral storytelling and poetry. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Follower" (Seamus Heaney) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Follower" (Seamus Heaney) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Follower” by Seamus Heaney. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2026-2028. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers and explanatory notes to facilitate a close-reading, including the poem’s context of composition. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on animal symbolism in literature and poetry. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "The Cockroach" (Kevin Halligan) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "The Cockroach" (Kevin Halligan) TEACH, STUDY + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem "The Cockroach. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2026-2028. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on animal symbolism in literature and poetry. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Lament" (Gillian Clarke) TEACH & STUDY BUNDLE + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Lament" (Gillian Clarke) TEACH & STUDY BUNDLE + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Lament” by Gillian Clarke. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on the historical context (Persian Gulf War) as well as on the lament - poetic form and tradition. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Report to Wordsworth" (Boey Kim Cheng) BUNDLE + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Report to Wordsworth" (Boey Kim Cheng) BUNDLE + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Report to Wordsworth” by Boey Kim Cheng. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on ecocriticism and the allusions to Wordsworth’s sonnets and his legacy as a nature poet. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5**) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice,** modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
FREE IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Where I Come From" (Elizabeth Brewster) BUNDLE + ANSWERS
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FREE IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Where I Come From" (Elizabeth Brewster) BUNDLE + ANSWERS

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This FREE no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Where I Come From” by Elizabeth Brewster. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on the central themes of the poem: place and identity, and created an engaging class activity accordingly. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "The Chimney Sweeper" (William Blake) Teach, Study + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "The Chimney Sweeper" (William Blake) Teach, Study + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “The Chimney-Sweeper” by William Blake. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on the two different versions of the poem in Blake’s Songs of Innocence and Experience, as this comparison is crucial to understanding Blake’s message. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "A Different History" (Sujata Bhatt) Teach, Revise + ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "A Different History" (Sujata Bhatt) Teach, Revise + ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “A Different History” by Sujata Bhatt. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class. I’ve focused on Sujata Bhatt’s life and the context of the poem, as this is particularly relevant to “A Different History”. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Love Armed" (Aphra Behn) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry Vol 1: "Love Armed" (Aphra Behn) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Song: Love Armed” by Aphra Behn. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, including historical context and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities and Post-Reading Activities (to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class). I’ve focused on Behn’s use of extended metaphor and personification, particularly relevant to “Love Armed”. **4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis **questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
FREE IGCSE Poetry Vol. 2 Part 3: Scheme of Work & Activities
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FREE IGCSE Poetry Vol. 2 Part 3: Scheme of Work & Activities

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The BONUS BUNDLE includes the following selection of materials that will complement teaching and revising for the IGCSE English Literature Exams in 2025-2027, with a particular focus on poetry Vol. 2, Part 3: Roadmap and Scheme of Work for IGCSE Vol. 2, Part 3 Poetry for Exams in 2025-2027 Figurative Language Flashcards Figurative Language Quizzes Sensory Imagery Activity Creative Writing Activity: Free Verse Creative Writing Activity: Sonnet Comparative Analysis Activity The activities and the scheme of work are designed to complement my IGCSE Poetry 2025-2027: Vol. 2 Part 3 TEACH + EXAM PREP + ANSWERS Bundle Happy teaching and revising! Please leave feedback!
IGCSE Poetry 2025-2027: Vol. 2 Part 3 TEACH + EXAM PREP + ANSWERS Bundle
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IGCSE Poetry 2025-2027: Vol. 2 Part 3 TEACH + EXAM PREP + ANSWERS Bundle

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This comprehensive bundle includes ready-to-teach NO PREP worksheets, teaching activities, revision guides, and sample exam questions for all 15 poems that need to be taught and included in the preparation for the CIE IGCSE English Literature Exams in 2025-2027. Specifically: From Songs of Ourselves Volume 2, Part 3, the following 15 poems: Nancy Fotheringham Cato, ‘The Road’ Sarah Jackson, ‘The Instant of My Death’ Arun Kolatkar, ‘The Bus’ Julius Chingono, ‘At the Bus Station’ Imtiaz Dharker, ‘These are the Times We Live in’ Elizabeth Jennings, ‘The Enemies’ Sampurna Chattarji, ‘Boxes’ W H Auden, ‘The Capital’ Arthur Yap, ‘an afternoon nap’ Elizabeth Smither, ‘Plaits’ Elizabeth Daryush, ‘Children of Wealth’ Thomas Love Peacock, ‘Rich and Poor or, Saint and Sinner’ Musaemura Zimunya, ‘A Long Journey’ Stevie Smith, ‘Touch and Go’ George Szirtes, ‘Song’ Each unit includes the following: Biography and introduction to the poet Context of Composition, including contextual information, or explanation of additional, relevant terminology, literary concepts, movements, philosophies, etc., where necessary or appropriate. Pre-reading activity and after-reading activities to introduce the poem and unit, and/or to review key poetic devices and figurative language relevant to the poem. The poem text with, line numbers and explanatory notes to facilitate a close-reading, and to explain unusual or difficult vocabulary and concepts. Illustrations and images further help clarify the use of terminology and phrases in the specific context of the poem. Comprehension, Close-Reading and Analysis Questions that allow your students to analyse the poem more closely and dig deeper. Additional essay questions (often from past IGCSE papers) and writing tasks to facilitate exam preparation. These questions can also be used for mock exams. Teacher’s Guide and Answers for all activities. Perfect for Distance Learning & Independent Study: As a stand-alone, comprehensive teaching unit with answers and a teaching guide, this is also perfect for distance learning, homeschool or independent study and revision! Happy teaching and revising! Please leave feedback!
IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "Touch and Go" (Stevie Smith) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "Touch and Go" (Stevie Smith) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Touch and Go” by Stevie Smith. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities (to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class). I’ve focused on allegory in literature and poetry as this concept is central to understanding “Touch and Go” by Stevie Smith. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4). I’ve also included an essay question for comparative analysis. 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "A Long Journey" (Musaemura Zimunya) TEACH + REVISE & ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "A Long Journey" (Musaemura Zimunya) TEACH + REVISE & ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “A Long Journey” by Musaemura Zimunya. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Before-Reading Activities (to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class). I’ve focused on the historical context of the poem, as it is central to understanding “A Long Journey”. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "Plaits" (Elizabeth Smither) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "Plaits" (Elizabeth Smither) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “Plaits” by Elizabeth Smither. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Teaching Activities (to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class). I’ve focused on the central imagery of the poem, the plaits. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "an afternoon nap" (Arthur Yap) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "an afternoon nap" (Arthur Yap) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “an afternoon nap” by Arthur Yap. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities (to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class). I’ve focused on the phenomenon of tiger parenting, as this is a central issue in the poem. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**
IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "The Capital" (W. H. Auden) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS
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IGCSE Poetry 2.3: "The Capital" (W. H. Auden) TEACH + EXAM PREP & ANSWERS

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This no-prep unit of work is designed to enable an in-depth teaching and preparation of the poem “The Capital” by W. H. Auden. The poem is also on the IGCSE English Literature curriculum for exams in 2025-2027. The unit includes: 1) Short biography and introduction to the poet 2) The poem text with line numbers to facilitate a close-reading, and explanatory notes where necessary. 3) Pre-Reading Activities (to facilitate teaching the poem & exam prep in class). I’ve focused on a review of figurative language, ideal for the follow-up analysis activities of the poem. 4) Comprehension, Close-reading & Analysis questions, with a particular focus on poetic devices and the IGCSE English Literature exam criteria. 5) Essay questions to facilitate IGCSE exam practice, modeled after the IGCSE English Literature Assessment Criteria (AO1-AO4) 6) In-depth, detailed model answers for all activities, questions, as well as model answers for the practice exam questions, again based on IGCSE Exam Rubric (A01-AO4). **Happy reading, teaching, studying, and revising! Please leave feedback!**