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A Thought-Provoking Journey through Classic Dystopian Literature Embark on a captivating educational journey with our 14-lesson scheme, “Navigating Dystopias,” designed exclusively for secondary education. This comprehensive program delves into the thought-provoking world of dystopian fiction, featuring five seminal works that have shaped the genre: “Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson “The Pedestrian” by Ray Bradbury “The Test” by Theodore Thomas “Examination Day” by Henry Slesar Educational Objectives: Students will engage in analysis of thematic elements, character development, and socio-political commentary embedded within each story. Our scheme encourages students to draw parallels and contrasts between the different dystopian worlds, fostering a nuanced understanding of the genre. Engaging Content: Dystopian fiction resonates with young minds, sparking their imagination and prompting meaningful discussions about society, governance, and individual freedoms. Includes: 14 lessons of PowerPoints 5 Dystopian Stories Booklet

An Extract from: Mathew Syed: You Are Awesome: Find Your Confidence and Dare to be Brilliant at (Almost) Anything Mathew Syed is a three-time men’s singles champion at the Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships (in 1997, 2000 and 2001), and also competed for Great Britain in two Olympic Games: at Barcelona in 1992 and at Sydney in 2000. During his sporting career, Syed entered journalism, and later became a writer. This lesson is based on an extract that describes his fear of public speaking. Through practice, he improves and eventually reaches a point of self confidence that inspires and motivates the reader. Includes: PowerPoint: 13 slides with 6 activities. Aimed at identifying the conventions of non-fiction and also focusses on the description of feelings and emotions. PDF: 8 page document that can be printed and photopcopied and used independently for whole class, one-to-one, cover work, or homework.

The first in a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 7.4. Reading age: 12-14) Engaging topic: The growing trend of veganism Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 15 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis. Can be amended for one lesson or more.

“Fire and Blood and Anguish.” A lesson aimed at understanding and studying the Inspector’s final speech during a pivotal moment in An Inspector Calls by JB Priestley. PowerPoint includes: (9 slides) Revision activity of 10 questions Copy of Inspector’s final speech Table aimed at identifying writer’s methods Question based on analysing effectiveness of persuasive language Sentence starters Example response PDF: Can be printed and used as a companion to the PP, or used independently. Ideal for whole lesson, independent work, one-to-one tuition.

Reading Non-fiction. Lesson includes an extract from a biography on Elon Musk: Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future by Ashlee Vance. PowerPoint includes: (11 slides) Extract, activity on tricky vocabulary, activities on character and setting in biography. Ends with a writing activity aimed at improving non-fiction writing skills.

Vampires: Reading Non-fiction. A brief history of the vampire myth. Can be used as a stand-alone lesson, or incorporated into a wider scheme on the subject of gothic literature. With a focus on reading and understanding non-fiction, this lesson gives students the opportunity to practise independent or class reading of an engaging text. Includes: true or false quiz comprehension questions based on non-fiction text Summary activity Writing imaginatively

AQA English Literature, paper 2, section B: Power & Conflict poetry. A lesson focussed on comparing Kamikaze by Beatrice Garland, and My Last Duchess by Robert Browning. Includes activities based on overall themes, language, and structure. Uses the question: Compare how poets present conflict between people in ‘Kamikaze’ and in one other poem from ‘Power and conflict’. Also includes an example response. PDF version can be used to support the lesson, or used as an independent resource for independent revision or one-to-one tuition.

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 9.4. Reading Age: 14-15) Engaging topic: History of our relationship with dogs Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 11. Reading age: 15-16) Engaging topic: Explores why swimming is good for you Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 9.3. Reading Age: 14-15 yrs) Engaging topic: Disadvantages and dangers of social media Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 6.6. Reading Age: 11-13 Years) Engaging topic: How we can stop global warming Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 7.8 Reading Age: 12-14) Engaging topic: Is Bitcoin the future of finance? Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 7.8. Reading Age: 13-15) Engaging topic: How to be successful on TikTok Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 9.2. Reading Age: 14-15) Engaging topic: Benefits of gaming Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 8.6. Reading Age: 14-15) Engaging topic: Footballers are paid too much Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

One of a collection of no-nonsense lessons and materials aimed at helping Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils engage with non-fiction. With a focus on tier 2 vocabulary, each original article also includes several persuasive techniques pupils can identify. Can be used in class or during one-to-one tutoring sessions. Aimed at improving general non-fiction skills and understanding of tier 2 vocabulary. Includes: An online article for teenagers (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 7.8. Reading age: 12-14) Engaging topic: Should we spend money to send people to Mars? Power Point presentation (Suggested photocopying: slides 2+4) Includes 10 tier 2 words (prompted with activity) Requires analysis of persuasive language techniques 10 comprehension questions with answers Activity leading towards an extended analysis Can be amended for one lesson or more

Othello: A Level Spec B, Section A practice. Two extracts taken form Act 4, scene 1, with activities and support with addressing the mark scheme. Includes: PowerPoint (17 slides) with extracts, sample answers, and support. PDF that can accompany whole class teaching, used in one-to-one tuition, or given for independent revision / assessment. This has been used with whole classes over 2 hour sessions, and supports students’ understanding of what is expected in section A, the unseen element of the exam.

A simple group/individual PowerPoint activity that aids students’ understanding of the key themes explored in Priestley’s An Inspector Calls. Themes: Love & relationships Social class Age Responsibility Gender Morality Ends with an activity aimed at students collecting all theme-based information. Word Doc. included to support PowerPoint. Includes example theme-based questions.

Basic Literacy Scheme – 10 Fully-Resourced Lessons for Years 7–11 Boost literacy confidence across KS3 and KS4 with this ready-to-teach 10-lesson scheme. Perfect for whole-class teaching, intervention groups, catch-up sessions, or tutor time, this flexible scheme covers essential literacy skills in a fun, accessible, and highly structured format. What’s Included: 10 clear, progressive PowerPoint lessons (over 160 slides) Scheme of learning plan Fully scaffolded tasks and model examples Key focus on: Word classes (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs) Sentence types and structure Sentence demarcation and subject-verb agreement Apostrophes (contractions and possession) Homophones and commonly confused words Verb tense control Creative and descriptive writing skills Why Teachers Love It: No planning required – just pick up and teach Supports lower-ability learners and EAL students Great for whole-school literacy focus or cover lessons Ideal for KS3 catch-up and KS4 exam skills refreshers