English GCSE and English KS3 and A Level English Language OCR resources. Everything I upload is tried and tested by both myself and my English Department. I always appreciate feedback, so please do leave a review if you get chance.
English GCSE and English KS3 and A Level English Language OCR resources. Everything I upload is tried and tested by both myself and my English Department. I always appreciate feedback, so please do leave a review if you get chance.
A Christmas quiz themed around the Charles Dickens novella A Christmas Carol. This quiz contains multiple round to quiz students on their knowledge of the text, characters, context etc. Both questions and answers are provided!
This KS4 tutor time reading booklet is great to use during tutor time or as a starter activity during English lessons. This is aimed at reading for pleasure and contains extracts to get students talking and hooked on reading.
This lesson focuses on improving narrative writing. Students are asked to create a realistic character that they can drop into a scenario. Brilliant lesson for focusing on skills for language paper one question five on the AQA exam.
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Craft Tension Like a Pro: Master Paragraphing and Structure with Jaws as Your Blueprint!
Looking to inject more suspense into your writing? Our Paragraphing and Structure for Building Tension lesson is the perfect way to elevate your storytelling skills. Using the iconic film Jaws as our guide, you’ll learn how to structure your paragraphs to maximize tension and keep readers on the edge of their seats.
Here’s why this lesson is a must for any writer wanting to master the art of suspense:
Expert Structuring: Discover how Jaws expertly builds suspense through strategic scene transitions and pacing. Learn to apply these techniques to structure your paragraphs, creating a rhythm that heightens tension.
Paragraph Dynamics: See how the length and flow of paragraphs can impact the tension in your narrative. From short, punchy paragraphs that create urgency to longer, descriptive ones that build suspense, you’ll learn to manipulate structure for maximum effect.
Building Suspense: Understand how Jaws uses paragraphing to control the release of information and build anticipation. Learn to use cliffhangers, strategic pauses, and pacing to keep your readers hooked.
Hands-On Practice: Engage with targeted exercises that let you rewrite scenes inspired by Jaws, focusing on paragraph structure and tension-building techniques. Our practical worksheets will guide you step-by-step to perfect your skills.
Instant Application: Apply what you’ve learned directly to your own writing. With clear, actionable strategies, you’ll see how effective paragraphing and structure can transform your scenes into suspenseful, gripping narratives.
With expert guidance and detailed exercises, this lesson will equip you with the skills to craft paragraphs that build suspense and captivate your readers. Ready to make your writing as thrilling as a Jaws movie? Dive into this lesson and master the art of tension through perfect paragraphing and structure!
Roll the dice and explain how the image is linked to the text.
Roll again and link the two images together!
This is a great resource for revision, introducing students to links across the text and is a fun an interactive resource!
This template can be used for any poem to help teach language devices, structure, symbolism, context, meaning etc. Every section has multiple questions to assess each topic overview. This is a great resource for students to cram revise ready for GCSE exams.
This booklet contains a range of independent activities for students to complete when reading any book. These are aimed at KS3 students and include activities such as:
Chapter overview questions
Analysing quotes
Freytag models
Book cover design
Character analysis
Plot development
Setting
And many more!
Independent reading general questions.
A booklet full of Aesop’s fables and a reflection for students to decipher the moral of each story. Great for tutor time reading, English or religious education lessons or home learning.
Unlock the depth of Oliver Twist with an engaging lesson centered around one of Dickens’ most complex characters: Nancy. In this analysis and character evaluation session, students will dive into Nancy’s layered personality, exploring her motivations, struggles, and the duality of her actions. Through thought-provoking discussions, character mapping, and creative activities, they’ll uncover the reasons behind her tragic choices and debate whether she is a victim, a villain, or a hero in disguise. This lesson not only sharpens analytical skills but also invites students to empathize and connect with literature on a deeper level.
Experience the Ultimate Tension Writing Workshop: Speed Dating Edition!
Get ready for a writing experience like no other! This Tension Writing Speed Dating lesson is a dynamic, hands-on exploration of suspense that will revolutionize the way you build tension in your stories. Here’s what makes this lesson truly amazing:
Book Cover Showdown: Dive into a visual feast of thrilling book covers and discover how the right cover can set the stage for tension before the first page is even turned.
Jaw-Dropping Extracts: Analyze heart-pounding passages from top authors and uncover their secrets to keeping readers breathless with anticipation.
Engaging Questions: Unlock deeper insights into tension techniques with expertly crafted questions designed to push your storytelling to the next level.
Movie Magic: Watch iconic movie clips that align perfectly with the extracts, showing you how tension transcends the page and how you can harness that power.
This isn’t your typical writing class—it’s a fast-paced, interactive experience that combines visual, written, and cinematic elements to help you master the craft of suspense. Leave with fresh ideas, practical skills, and the confidence to keep your readers glued to the edge of their seats. Ready to make your writing unforgettable? This is the class for you!
This lesson is packed with tools to help you master tension, from structured analysis to creative exercises. With Alma as your inspiration and Freytag’s Pyramid as your guide, you’ll leave with the skills to create gripping, unforgettable stories.
Ignite Your Creativity with a Cold Writing Challenge Inspired by Alma!
Looking for a quick, powerful writing boost? This Cold Writing Lesson Inspired by Alma is designed to spark your imagination and sharpen your storytelling instincts—all in a short, impactful session!
Master the Art of Tension in Writing!
Want to keep your readers hooked? This Introduction to Tension Writing lesson dives into the key aspects of tension and how to include them in your writing.
A comprehensive lesson focusing on how Mr Birling is presented in Act One of An Inspector Calls. Includes essay structure, higher level word class and two essay questions for students to explore. Focusing on Mr Birling and The Inspector.
Transform Your Writing: Master Punctuation with Alma as Your Guide!
Ready to elevate your writing with precision and flair? Our Punctuation Mastery lesson is designed to show you how the strategic use of punctuation can add clarity, rhythm, and emotion to your prose. Inspired by the atmospheric short animation Alma, this lesson will teach you how punctuation can transform your storytelling and enhance the impact of your words.
Here’s why this lesson is a game-changer for writers looking to refine their craft:
Precision & Clarity: Discover how Alma uses visual cues to create tension and mood, and learn how punctuation can achieve similar effects in your writing by clarifying meaning and emphasizing important points.
Building Suspense: Learn how to use punctuation marks like ellipses, dashes, and exclamation points to build suspense, create dramatic pauses, and control the pace of your narrative.
Emotional Impact: Explore how different punctuation can affect the tone of your writing, from the subtlety of commas to the intensity of exclamation marks, mirroring the emotional depth seen in Alma.
Interactive Worksheets: Engage with a range of detailed worksheets designed to help you practice and perfect punctuation techniques. Analyze examples from Alma, and apply what you’ve learned to your own writing.
Enhanced Flow: See how punctuation can improve the rhythm and flow of your sentences, making your writing more engaging and dynamic.
With comprehensive worksheets and practical exercises, this lesson will give you the skills to wield punctuation like a pro. If you’re ready to enhance your writing with precision and creativity, let Alma inspire you to perfect your punctuation and elevate your storytelling to new heights!