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A five lesson unit which culminates in a big write. Use of Figurative Language (similes/metaphors/personification/onomatopoeia) Upleveling using the Bronze/Silver/Gold method Success Criteria which challenges students to identify key features within their writing Please note that students will need prior knowledge of figurative language as this is not included in the unit. Can be linked to a unit of work or kept as a stand alone unit.

A series of 5 discrete Guided reading lessons all linked to core skills which can be taught in a series or as stand alone lessons. Although the lessons can be taught in any order, it is advised that Session 1 is taught first. These lessons can be adapted or Years 3-6 depending on the ability of the students. Skills covered include: Question Types: Inference, Retrieval, Words in Context, Evaluative Words in Context.Shades of Meaning Dictionary Skills Appropriate Vocabulary Reading Comprehension Texts

Synonyms poster covering the following words: Happy Sad Good Bad Pretty Hungry Ugly Curious Lazy Worried Funny Angry Old New Big Small Smart Stupid Light Dark I actually sat down and made this on Canva so not AI generated.

An interactive and engaging resource pack to support students to engage with their understanding of adverbs. A range of resources for display as well as activities are included to allow for users to pick and choose what suits their learning space. Contents include: Poster Words mats (a range of formats) 5 activities Mind mapping Paired speed game using bossy verbs Drama Game Silly sentences Wordsearch Noun/Verb and Adverb cards have been included and could be used in other contexts as well.

This resource bundle includes the following: Alphabet Poster Number Poster (1-10) Colours Multiplication Square Alphabet flashcards Number flashcards (1-10) I have taught a range of different demographics and have been working on creating a series of resources that use language and images that represent different cultures and nationalities. This resource pack caters to the South Asian community which would make a great additional resource in any home or classroom.

This resource bundle includes the following: Alphabet Poster Number Poster (1-10) Colours Multiplication Square Alphabet flashcards Number flashcards (1-10) I have taught a range of different demographics and have been working on creating a series of resources that use language and images that represent different cultures and nationalities. This resource pack caters to the Far East Asian community which would make a great additional resource in any home or classroom.

Please note that all the resources are included in the 25 lesson unit plan for When the Mountains Roared available in my shop. Teacher made resource using tried and tested materials. Included: Spellings - Each set is linked to allocated chapters PowerPoint for Spellings answers Additional revision activities for each spelling set provided with answers Homework Task: Eight homework tasks with answers (topics included - a or an, direct speech, fill in the blanks, use of openers, uplevel boring sentence and using figurative language) Vocab display: Useful vocab cards to decorate any display space linking to the text.

When the Mountains Roared By Jess Butterworth Full English unit (25 lessons + 2 review lessons) Appropriate for Year 5 and 6 Differentiated two ways (+ Middle, ++ Higher) Teacher made I’ve included some starters/worksheets The lessons cover creative writing, guided reading, inference, retrieval, drama, debating and lots more, I actually taught this unit so I have tried and tested these lessons. The book is long so it doesn’t cover every section in great detail but you will definitely have enough material to work with. Title Banner for Display Board Vocab Display Pack Resource Synonyms Display Resource Spellings linked to the chapters + linked spelling revision activities 8 Homework/Starter tasks with answers Lesson Objectives: Lessons 1-5 Lesson 1 – Hook Lesson 2 – Part A: I can make predictions about a text/Part B: I can design a book cover Lesson 3 – Reading Comprehension (Inference and Retrieval) Lesson 4 – Reading Comprehension (Words in Context) Lesson 5 – I can understand and answer evaluative questions Review: Pop Quiz of the question types and recall of key events of the story Lessons 6-10 Lesson 6 - I can use emotive language effectively to show empathy Lesson 7 - I can write a diary entry using emotive language Lesson 8 - I can edit and improve my work Lesson 9 - I can identify show not tell description in the text Lesson 10 - I can read to understand and analyse Lessons 11-15 Lesson 11: I can answer questions using evidence from the text Lesson 12: I can identify and use figurative language Lesson 13: I can analyse the author’s use of language Lesson 14: I can use figurative language in my creative writing Lesson 15: I can edit and uplevel my writing Lessons 16-20 Lesson 16: I can use the authors words to write descriptively Lesson 17: I can analyse and evaluate character traits Lesson 18: I can discuss and evaluate the features of a character description Lesson 19: I can compare characters from a story Lesson 20: I can create an activity about characters from a text Lessons 21-25 Lesson 21: I can debate an issue using key vocabulary Lesson 22: I can identify dialogue within a text Lesson 23: I can punctuate dialogue accurately Lesson 24: I can generate questions from answers Lesson 25: I can apply my prior knowledge of a story to create a wanted poster Review: Lesson 26: I can continue a story

A interactive and engaging activity that allows students to fully grasp how show not tell can be used in their descriptive writing. In this activity you will find: Images that link with emotions The students are required to apply their knowledge to link the images and emotions with examples of show not tell phrases. Extension ideas: Students can add their own show not tell phrases to the image cards. Students can uplevel the emotions using more challenging vocabulary. Additional A3 group work sheet can be used to scaffold learning. A differentiated set of show not tell activities is also available in my shop.

A full 36 page comprehension set of vocabulary lists beginning with CVC words. This is a great resources to help students work at their own pace. Activities are linked directly to the national curriculum vocabulary lists. Exercises are easy to follow and can allow students to work independently or collaboratively. A full unit incorporation the 6 sets of vocabulary lists and linked exercises can be found in my shop. Set 1 has been shared separately to give you a preview of the range of vocabulary and exercises on offer. As with all of the resources in my shop, these activities have been tried and deevloped with students.

This resource bundle includes the following: Alphabet Poster Number Poster (1-10) Multiplication Square Alphabet flashcards Number flashcards (1-10) An ideal resource for dog lovers. This is a decorative resource that can be used in a variety of ways.

This pack can be used as a display or as a word mat that can be used in class or stuck in books. To support EAL/ESL and visual learners, the words have been linked to emotions and images.

A really engaging activity and display resource to help students expand their vocabulary. This pack includes: Display Synonym Swirls with synonyms included Display Synonym Swirls with blank spaces to be filled by teachers/students Display Lettering (2 letters per page + 2 images for display) Student Synonym Swirls worksheet This pack is suitable for KS1 and KS2. There is also an option to laminate some of the resources to keep and use year after year.

A game where students match up cards to make a complete phrases to support their descriptive writing skills. This activity is taken from the action phrase section of the DADWAVERS unit in my shop. The pack includes to sets of cards (Set A and Set B). Each set includes 10 phrases that have been split in two. Useful resource if you are looking for an interactive game to help students identify and familiarise themselves with action phrases. Extension: Students could make their own set of action cards.

Teacher created resources to support students with their understanding and retention of key vocabulary. A fully comprehensive series of spelling lists that support students with EAL/ESL and those who require extension. The sets become gradually more challenging to allow for clear differentiation. A total of 6 sets of spelling packs with linked activities. Please note that more than one set of vocabulary lists is provided within each set. Set 1 has been provided separately to provide a sample of the contents of the whole unit. Please see my shop to access this if you prefer, prior to purchasing all 6 sets.

A comprehensive set of ten activities that link to core spelling, punctuation and grammar exercises. The resource is called the Daily 10 as I use one activity a day as a quick revision activity. This has been shared as a PDF and PowerPoint. A matching workbook is included. I like to use this a few weeks after teaching the ten exercises to assess retention of the skills. Skills covered include: Spellings Alphabetical Order Idioms Synonyms Plurals Past Tense Homophones Shades of Meaning

A differentiated set of show not tell activities. I have shared one set free in my shop for you to try out if you wish. An interactive and engaging activity that allows students to fully grasp how show not tell can be used in their descriptive writing. In this activity you will find: Images that link with emotions The students are required to apply their knowledge to link the images and emotions with examples of show not tell phrases. A Show not Tell mat of examples to support the students independent writing. Extension ideas: Students can add their own show not tell phrases to the image cards. Students can uplevel the emotions using more challenging vocabulary. Additional A3 group work sheet can be used to scaffold learning.

A comprehensive set of ten activities that link to core spelling, punctuation and grammar exercises. The resource is called the Daily 10 as I use one activity a day as a quick revision activity. This has been shared as a PDF and PowerPoint. A matching workbook is included. I like to use this a few weeks after teaching the ten exercises to assess retention of the skills. Skills covered include: Definitions Vocabulary Compound Words Idioms Plurals Stretching a sentence Silent Letters

A comprehensive set of ten activities that link to core spelling, punctuation and grammar exercises. The resource is called the Daily 10 as I use one activity a day as a quick revision activity. This has been shared as a PDF and PowerPoint. A matching workbook is included. I like to use this a few weeks after teaching the ten exercises to assess retention of the skills. Skills covered include: Spellings Word Generator Idioms Adjectives Modal Verbs Plurals Homophones Fronted Adverbials

A simple and colourful adjectives word mat that can be used as a display for the classroom or as a print out for the table. The images support students with EAL/ESL and can be used for KS1 and KS2.