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Please have a look at all of my resources - at least 20% of which are free.
A detailed knowledge organiser to introduce students to poetic techniques and structures. It includes the following sections:
Influential poets
Poetic structures
Poetic techniques
Poet laureate
This knowledge organiser can be used for designing schemes of work, revision mats for students or giving them self-quizzing homework.
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A scheme of learning overview document and end of unit assessment for an introduction to poetry; this unit is suitable for key stage 3 (particularly year 7) to build upon what they have learned in key stage 2. It embeds knowledge of poetic techniques, whilst also introducing them to poetic analysis.
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Worksheet for use in class or homework to prompt students to write a description of household objects. It is included as a word doc and pdf for easy printing and editing.
A detailed lesson to give students an overview of CIE 0500 language paper 2 - directed writing and composition. The paper gives an overview of what assessment objectives are covered in the exam and ideas of what the questions look like. Students will critically consider how to organise their timing in th exam.
Learning Objective: Understand the format and types of questions on language paper 2
Learning Outcomes:
Students will understand the types of questions and mark scheme for Language Paper 2.
Students will consider how to allocate their time in this exam to ensure they have enough time to plan their answers and check their SPAG.
Lesson Overview:
Do it now: Think pair share – what are the differences between paper 1 and paper 2?
Starter: Overview of the two papers.
Task one: Timings for the exam.
Task two: Consolidation quiz (on scrap paper or mini whiteboards)
Task three: Fit the key information on a postcard.
Reflection: Personally, which do you think you will find more challenging – section A or section B? Why? What can you do to help you to prepare?
More Freebies:
A free lesson giving an overview of CIE 0500 Language Paper One here.
Free marking templates for CIE 0500 here.
If you find this lesson helpful, have a look at my CIE 0500 Language Paper 1 bundle here or the Language Paper 2 bundle here. If you’re interested in both, there is a combined bundle here which is cheaper than buying them separately.
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This 50-question Macbeth quiz is designed for key stage 3 and 4 students, covering all key areas of the play—from characters and famous quotes to symbols, language techniques, structure, and social context. Ideal for teachers aiming to assess comprehension, reinforce learning, or prepare students for exams, this quiz is both thorough and accessible. This also works really well for students revising for their GCSE or IGCSE exams.
This quiz not only assesses comprehension but also encourages critical thinking. It highlights key themes, character motivations, and the societal backdrop that shaped the play. Plus, the answer key saves you time, making it easy to review answers with students or provide instant feedback
What’s Included in This Macbeth Quiz Resource:
5 Unique Rounds of Questions:
Characters: Analyse major figures like Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Duncan, and the Witches.
Quotes: Identify missing words, understand famous lines, and connect quotes to characters.
Symbols: Explore symbols such as blood, light, darkness, and the supernatural.
Language & Structure: Test knowledge of Shakespeare’s language and structural techniques.
Social Context: Contextual questions on the historical, social, and political background of Jacobean England.
Why Choose This Resource?
Engagement for All Levels: With a range of question difficulties, this quiz suits both beginner and advanced students, making it perfect for mixed-ability classrooms.
Ready to Use: Download and start teaching immediately with no prep required.
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A simple match-up activity with 16 poetic terms and their definitions. I keep a couple of sets laminated and use them for speed matching; over time my students have shown a real improvement.
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One academic year’s worth of Word Root of the Week slides (36 weeks) for displaying in during assembly and/or form times. These are very effective for normalising the breaking down of words into their component parts and digging deeper into how they affect the word’s meaning.
Each slide displays the definition of the word root followed by three examples of words containing it which are broken down into their component parts.
These words correspond with this free Excel file which provides a yearly plan with 36 word roots and example words.
For more Word Root of the Week resources, have a look at this bundle.
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