TES author since 2008 with over 180,000 resource downloads and over 100 reviews.
Taught for over 15 years and specialise in RE, Humanities and English.
Authored for BBC Bitesize.
Sharing content I use in my classroom and in tutoring that has been adapted for specialist and non-specialist teachers.
TES author since 2008 with over 180,000 resource downloads and over 100 reviews.
Taught for over 15 years and specialise in RE, Humanities and English.
Authored for BBC Bitesize.
Sharing content I use in my classroom and in tutoring that has been adapted for specialist and non-specialist teachers.
I copied the format from another user on here (THANK YOU) and adapted it to be appropriate for use in KS3 or KS$ Re lessons, with some 'wild cards' on anatomy on there ( I left those in from the original resource)
I hope you find this helpful
Further to the one I did/revamped years ago, please find one I did on general knowledge of A Christmas Carol. I used this as part of an open evening.
In order to link the pages , you will have to click the hyperlinks to the relevant page - most of them are there.
I hope it is self explanatory for you all.
Kim :)
A reflection lesson getting students to think about the religious and human response to the attack in Manchester at the MEN arena. This was designed really quickly for my RE group. Feel free to adapt as more news emerges.
There are activity suggestions on the slides for you and it is in the power point format.
Please credit this resource should you adapt and re - share
Free Resource for KS3 Teachers (Ages 11-14): The Passing of Pope Francis – Understanding His Legacy and Social Justice Advocacy
This free teaching resource provides a thoughtful, inclusive approach to discussing the passing of Pope Francis with students aged 11-14 in the UK, US, and other English-speaking countries. The resource includes an editable PowerPoint and worksheet that can be used in Religious Education (RE) lessons. These materials are perfect for exploring both Catholic and non-religious perspectives on the Pope’s passing, focusing on themes of leadership, faith, and global influence.
Key Features:
Editable PowerPoint with learning objectives and reflection activities designed to promote empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Worksheet for case study reflections, personal beliefs, and group discussions on Pope Francis’ advocacy for peace, social justice, and care for the poor.
Activities for both Catholic and non-religious viewpoints, allowing students to explore different views on the Pope’s role in global social issues.
Free for teachers to download and use in classrooms—please do not sell. Credit is appreciated if shared.
Topics Covered:
The role of the Pope in the Catholic Church and his impact on global issues.
Reflections on Pope Francis’ work with refugees, social justice, and the environment.
The Pope’s legacy and its significance for both religious and secular communities.
Discussion prompts on how to respect differing views on sensitive topics.
This comprehensive, ready-to-use resource is designed to spark meaningful conversations among students, encouraging them to reflect on the life and legacy of Pope Francis while developing respect for diverse perspectives.
Download now and explore the Pope’s legacy with your students—completely free
Speech Writing Tutorial: A Guide to Creating a Persuasive Animal Testing Speech
Overview:
This detailed PowerPoint presentation offers a comprehensive guide to writing a powerful and persuasive speech on the topic of animal testing. Designed to support students preparing for the AQA GCSE Speaking Exam ( But would be appropriate for other exam boards) , the tutorial breaks down the essential elements of speech writing, focusing on creating a compelling argument about animal testing. It covers key components such as structuring an introduction, developing points on ethical concerns, scientific arguments, and legal/social perspectives, and crafting a memorable conclusion with an emotional or logical appeal. The resource includes examples, evidence, and practical tasks to engage students in the process of speech writing and to help them communicate their opinions effectively. Ideal for GCSE students looking to improve their speaking and writing skills, this tutorial will help learners master the art of persuasive speech and succeed in their assessments.
**Writing to Persuade: A Comprehensive Guide to Crafting Persuasive Arguments
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Overview:
This PowerPoint tutorial provides students with the tools to master the art of persuasive writing by exploring both sides of an argument. With a focus on the controversial issue of mobile phones in schools, this resource teaches how to write compelling persuasive pieces by using logical, emotional, and factual arguments.
It includes a detailed breakdown of how to structure persuasive writing, including the introduction, emotional appeal, use of statistics, and addressing counterarguments. Practical tasks guide students through writing persuasive paragraphs, helping them present their viewpoint while considering opposing perspectives. Ideal for GCSE students or anyone looking to strengthen their argumentative writing skills, this tutorial is perfect for understanding the techniques needed to persuade readers effectively.
Adjectives Colouring Worksheet – Primary Settler Activity
This engaging adjectives colouring worksheet is designed for primary-aged students to reinforce their understanding of descriptive words in a fun and creative way. Ideal as a settler activity, this printable resource encourages children to identify and apply adjectives while developing fine motor skills through colouring.
The worksheet features:
A bold title to introduce the topic
Clear, bold outlines of various images for easy colouring
A variety of pictures to encourage discussion about adjectives
Perfect for KS1 and lower KS2, this resource can be used for independent work, early finishers, or lesson warm-ups. It supports vocabulary development, creativity, and engagement in a low-prep, high-impact format. Simply print and use in the classroom or for home learning.
KS2 English Lesson: Exploring Key Events with Peter Rabbit
Engage your KS2 students with this fun and interactive online English lesson, featuring The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Perfect for KS2 learners, this lesson helps students enhance their spelling, comprehension, and writing skills through a range of activities.
( Designed for a Year 4 Online English tutorial)
Lesson Highlights:
Spelling Warm-Up: Focus on commonly confused words like their/there with practice sentences.
Reading Comprehension: Dive into the first part of The Tale of Peter Rabbit and answer thought-provoking questions about Peter’s mischievous behaviour and his adventure in Mr. McGregor’s garden.
Writing Task: Write a creative diary entry from Peter Rabbit’s perspective, capturing his emotions and experiences during the chase.
Quick Recap Quiz: Reinforce learning with a recap quiz on key details from the story and spelling.
Key Learning Outcomes:
-Improve spelling of commonly confused words.
-Develop comprehension skills through reading and discussion.
-Enhance creative writing by imagining events from a character’s point of view.
This lesson features AI-generated images ( no copyright infringement! )to complement the engaging content. Ideal for online tutorials and home learning, this lesson is sure to captivate and inspire young learners!
Christian Festivals Revision: Understanding Christmas and its Significance for Christians
Overview:
This PowerPoint presentation is designed to support students revising Christian festivals, with a focus on Christmas, suitable for all UK Exam Boards studying Religious Education at GCSE level. It covers the key aspects of the Christmas celebration, including its religious significance, the role of Advent, and the ways in which Christmas is celebrated by Christians worldwide.
The presentation delves into the historical and theological roots of the festival, exploring how and why Christians celebrate Christmas as the birth of Jesus Christ. The resource also provides students with tasks such as a 12-mark exam question to help consolidate their understanding and prepare for their RE GCSE exams. This resource is ideal for revising key concepts and preparing for exams on Christian festivals, ensuring students can explain the importance of Christmas both in religious and secular contexts.
**Get your students writing - Consolidation of Of Mice and Men - Literature **
This lesson was designed as an online tutorial but ulitises the same learning sequence as a formal lesson plan, therefore appropriate for multi use purposes. An engaging lesson that requires students to have a previous understanding of Of Mice and Men, but engages them in a creative way to write a news article.
With an embedded YouTube link ( link in notes of Powerpoint ) and adaptable as required, it is a ready to go lesson, perfect for specialists and non-specialists or a cover lesson.
Persuasive Letter Writing Lesson – Develop Key Persuasive Writing Skills
This fully resourced lesson guides students through the process of writing a persuasive letter. Designed for KS3 English, it provides a structured approach to using persuasive techniques effectively, culminating in a task where students write a letter to a celebrity encouraging them to support the Fairtrade campaign.
What’s Included?
Clear Learning Objectives and Outcomes – Students will understand key persuasive techniques and apply them in their writing.
Engaging Starter Activity – Encourages students to define persuasion and discuss its real-world impact.
Step-by-Step Writing Guidance – Covers the use of powerful adjectives, rhetorical questions, discourse markers, varied sentence structures, and emotive language.
Real-Life Writing Task – Students write a letter to a celebrity urging them to support Fairtrade, developing their persuasive and formal letter-writing skills.
Annotated Example Letters – Supports student understanding with a model response demonstrating key persuasive techniques.
Self-Assessment and Peer Review – Encourages students to reflect on their writing and assess its effectiveness.
Why Choose This Resource?
Engaging and Relevant – Connects literacy skills with real-world ethical issues.
Clear and Structured – Suitable for mixed-ability classrooms.
Cross-Curricular Application – Useful for both English and PSHE lessons.
Fully Prepared – Ready to use with minimal planning required.
This resource is ideal for teachers looking to enhance their students’ persuasive writing skills while promoting awareness of global issues.
**Engaging Dystopian Fiction Lesson **
Initially designed as an online tutorial for an IGCSE student, therefore appropriate for tutorials, classroom lessons, or an online lesson. In addition can be used with homeschooling students to build on literature skills in a creative way
This fully resourced lesson explores The Hunger Games as a dystopian text, helping students develop critical analysis, comparative skills, and creative writing techniques. Ideal for Year 9-11 students, this resource supports key IGCSE assessment objectives, ensuring students gain exam-ready skills.
Includes
PowerPoint presentation covering dystopian themes, character archetypes & rebellion*
Extract analysis focused on power & oppression (AO1, AO2)
Character study of Prim as the Catalyst – links to dystopian archetypes (AO1, AO3)
Creative writing task – students produce a diary entry or monologue (AO4)
Plenary reflection to encourage personal engagement & discussion
Stretch tasks & differentiation for all ability levels**
How This Helps IGCSE Students
Enhances textual analysis – close reading of extracts improves Paper 2 skills
Builds comparative skills – connections to other dystopian texts strengthen AO3 responses
Encourages critical thinking – discussions on rebellion & control support deeper engagement
Develops writing skills – creative tasks improve extended responses for exams
Perfect for:
Any teacher of English Literature
CIE IGCSE English Literature (0475 & 0992) students
Teachers covering dystopian fiction or The Hunger Games
Online or in-person lessons – fully adaptable resource
Human Rights Lesson Worksheet: Exploring Capital Punishment
Dive into a thought-provoking lesson on Capital Punishment with this comprehensive worksheet. Designed for secondary students, this resource explores the ethical arguments surrounding the death penalty, offering both religious and secular perspectives on justice and the value of human life.
Key Features:
Educational Activities: Engage students with reflective questions, debates, and research tasks on capital punishment.
Religious and Ethical Perspectives: Examine viewpoints from Christianity and Islam on the morality of the death penalty.
Debate and Reflection: Encourage students to critically assess whether capital punishment is ever justified.
Clear Learning Objectives: Help students understand key ethical arguments for and against capital punishment.
Perfect for enhancing Human Rights and Ethics lessons, this resource fosters critical thinking, debate skills, and a deeper understanding of global justice systems.
Perfect for cover, non-specialists, PSHE and home schooling.
This “Human Rights” worksheet is perfect for RE cover lessons or general classroom use, designed for students aged 11-14. It’s user-friendly for non-specialist teachers and includes a range of engaging activities to help students explore key Human Rights, their importance, and ethical challenges.
The worksheet features mindmap exercises, matching activities, and ethical dilemma scenarios, as well as insights into religious teachings on dignity and equality and opportunities to explore the topic in depth.
It’s an ideal resource to encourage critical thinking and discussion, ensuring students gain a deeper understanding of Human Rights. Ready to use and suitable for any classroom setting!
Added TED link to Youtube on Human Rights for new information purposes.
Unlock your students’ understanding of the Design Argument with this engaging and easy-to-use worksheet for UK students aged 11-16.
This RE/Philosophy resource provides a clear, simplified explanation of the Design Argument, ideal for cover lessons, standalone sessions, or as part of a wider scheme on arguments for the existence of God.
With a range of interactive activities—including spotting designed objects, creating diagrams, and debating the argument—students will develop critical thinking skills while exploring different perspectives.
The resource also includes detailed learning objectives, outcomes, and teacher notes to ensure effective lesson delivery in both in-person and online settings. Perfect for GCSE Religious Studies, Philosophy, and Critical Thinking classes.
Unlock a ready-to-teach resource on The Problem of Evil and Suffering — ideal for non-specialists and cover lessons. Perfect for students aged 11-14 or as a core topic for RE students aged 14-16, this engaging lesson breaks down moral and natural evil through clear examples and interactive tasks. Students will explore how evil challenges belief in a benevolent God, with easy-to-follow activities like sorting scenarios and reflective writing.
Key features:
Ideal for non-specialist teachers and cover lessons
Suits Key Stage 3 (age 11-14) and Key Stage 4 (GCSE RE)
Clear learning outcomes and objectives
Interactive tasks on moral and natural evil
Encourages critical thinking on religion and belief
Prepare your students for success in RE with this comprehensive, easy-to-deliver lesson plan!
Engage your students with an in-depth exploration of The Logical Problem of Evil — a perfect resource for non-specialist teachers and cover lessons.
Suitable for students aged 11-14 or as part of GCSE Religious Education (14-16), this lesson tackles the philosophical challenge of how evil can exist if God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-good. With clearly defined tasks and activities, students will develop critical thinking skills as they explore key concepts like omnipotence, omniscience, and omnibenevolence.
Key features:
Perfect for cover lessons and non-specialists
Tailored for Key Stage 3 (age 11-14) and Key Stage 4 (GCSE RE)
Focus on the logical problem of evil and God’s characteristics
Engaging tasks to enhance understanding of difficult concepts
Encourages philosophical reflection and discussion
Equip your classroom with this comprehensive and accessible resource, ideal for supporting students in their Religious Education studies!
This resource offers a simplified version of the Kalam Cosmological Argument, designed to be accessible for students.
Suggested learning objectives and outcomes are included for easy lesson planning (see page 3, not intended for student use).
The resource also provides a recommended YouTube link to enhance students’ understanding of the Kalam Argument.
Each activity is designed for lined paper, which can be printed double-sided or completed in student notebooks. This worksheet is ideal for a cover lesson or as a standalone lesson within a broader scheme on Arguments for God’s existence, making it perfect for Religious Studies and Philosophy classes.
Introduce your students to the concept of Prayer in Christian worship with this concise and engaging lesson, perfect for the GCSE AQA Religious Studies course.
This resource provides a clear introduction to the role and significance of prayer in Christianity, including thought-provoking questions to ignite class discussion.
The lesson concludes with a 5-mark exam-style question to help students practice their understanding and exam technique. Ideal for cover lessons, standalone sessions, or as part of a wider study of Christian practices.
Are you looking for a comprehensive and easy-to-use lesson resource on the 5 Roots of Usul ad-Din in Shi’a Islam? Our expertly crafted lesson plan is perfect for teachers, including non-specialists, seeking to enhance student understanding of key Islamic beliefs.
Key Features:
Simple Structure: Easy to implement, even for non-specialists.
Interactive Activities: Engage students with thought-provoking questions and discussions.
Plenary Reflection: Encourage critical thinking and personal connections through reflective circles.
Why Choose this Resource?
Aligned with GCSE Specifications: Meets Edexcel, AQA, and OCR requirements.
Flexible and Adaptable: Modify the lesson for various learning styles and classroom dynamics.
Enhance Student Engagement: Foster appreciation for Shi’a beliefs and promote respectful dialogue.