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English language & literature resources for Key Stage 3, 4 & 5
KS3 Reading List 11-12 years
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KS3 Reading List 11-12 years

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This list can be used by teachers, librarians, parents, guardians, reading mentors and students. The goal is to make it easier to give age-appropriate and interesting book recommendations to their students. This list is designed for KS3 students between the ages of 11-12 (Year 7 in England/Wales, Year 8 in Northern Ireland and Year S1 in Scotland). The list includes a range of useful information, including: Book titles Authors Genres A short blurb Age rating (from Common Sense Media) Number of pages Content warnings (from Storygraph) Related texts (if the book is part of a series) You will also gain access to a FREE “Reading Bookshelf” to share with your students. This can be uploaded to your virtual learning environment (all book covers are hyperlinked, meaning students can continue to research and learn more about the titles). It can also be printed and displayed in your classroom/library for students to reference throughout the school year. I hope you find this resource useful in your classroom and instruction. Please remember that these resources are for just you and your students. If you would like a copy of this product for more than one teacher, please download additional licenses. Electronic distribution is limited to SINGLE classroom use only. Do not post this product electronically in ANY form. Do not copy or sell any part of this product. To do so violates the Digital Millennium 51şÚÁĎ Act. 51şÚÁĎ Â© Abby Anderson All rights reserved the author.
Helping Hand Flipbook : Punctuation
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Helping Hand Flipbook : Punctuation

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Transform your English classroom with the Helping Hand Flipbooks—a resource crafted to support and enhance student learning. These flipbooks are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various punctuation marks, making them an invaluable tool for both teachers and learners. Each card in the Helping Hand Flipbook includes: Punctuation Name & Mark: Clearly displayed to aid quick identification and recall. Definition: Provides a concise explanation to deepen understanding. Example: Offers a practical illustration to connect theory with real-world application. Each card measures 6x4 inches, allowing flexibility for multiple printing options. Choose between vibrant color or practical greyscale to suit your classroom needs and preferences. You can print these cards using traditional methods, or opt for services like FreePrints to receive them as durable photographs. The Helping Hand Flipbooks empower students to gain confidence in identifying and using punctuation marks. Whether printed or digital, this versatile tool is designed to adapt to your teaching style, offering a hands-on approach to learning. Discover the potential of Helping Hand Flipbooks in your teaching journey, and watch your students thrive as they develop a stronger grasp of punctuation usage. Enjoy exploring the endless possibilities this resource brings to your educational environment!
Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Candy Clouds
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Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Candy Clouds

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Transform your classroom walls into a vibrant learning resource with this collection of 150 GCSE vocabulary posters, designed to help students expand and refine their vocabulary for writing activities. These posters are: Alphabet-based – display them A–Z for easy reference. Flexible – there are multiple options for each letter so you can adapt to your class’s needs. Engaging – each poster includes the word, its definition, and clear, student-friendly examples to show it in action. Customisable – available in three versions to suit your printing needs: Full colour (with a coloured background) Low colour (with coloured text and border) Black and white (budget-friendly and perfect for photocopying) Versatile – choose from a range of colour themes (check my other listings to find your preferred style before purchasing). Don’t stop here! Explore my other vocabulary resources and check out the “Sophisticated Vocabulary” bundle, packed with lesson ideas and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.
Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Earthbound
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Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Earthbound

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Transform your classroom walls into a vibrant learning resource with this collection of 150 GCSE vocabulary posters, designed to help students expand and refine their vocabulary for writing activities. These posters are: Alphabet-based – display them A–Z for easy reference. Flexible – there are multiple options for each letter so you can adapt to your class’s needs. Engaging – each poster includes the word, its definition, and clear, student-friendly examples to show it in action. Customisable – available in three versions to suit your printing needs: - Full colour (with a coloured background) - Low colour (with coloured text and border) - Black and white (budget-friendly and perfect for photocopying) Versatile – choose from a range of colour themes (check my other listings to find your preferred style before purchasing). Don’t stop here! Explore my other vocabulary resources and check out the “Sophisticated Vocabulary” bundle, packed with lesson ideas and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.
Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Seaside Serenade
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Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Seaside Serenade

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Transform your classroom walls into a vibrant learning resource with this collection of 150 GCSE vocabulary posters, designed to help students expand and refine their vocabulary for writing activities. These posters are: Alphabet-based – display them A–Z for easy reference. Flexible – there are multiple options for each letter so you can adapt to your class’s needs. Engaging – each poster includes the word, its definition, and clear, student-friendly examples to show it in action. Customisable – available in three versions to suit your printing needs: - Full colour (with a coloured background) - Low colour (with coloured text and border) - Black and white (budget-friendly and perfect for photocopying) Versatile – choose from a range of colour themes (check my other listings to find your preferred style before purchasing). Don’t stop here! Explore my other vocabulary resources and check out the “Sophisticated Vocabulary” bundle, packed with lesson ideas and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.
Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Electric Dreams
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Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Electric Dreams

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Transform your classroom walls into a vibrant learning resource with this collection of 150 GCSE vocabulary posters, designed to help students expand and refine their vocabulary for writing activities. These posters are: Alphabet-based – display them A–Z for easy reference. Flexible – there are multiple options for each letter so you can adapt to your class’s needs. Engaging – each poster includes the word, its definition, and clear, student-friendly examples to show it in action. Customisable – available in three versions to suit your printing needs: - Full colour (with a coloured background) - Low colour (with coloured text and border) - Black and white (budget-friendly and perfect for photocopying) Versatile – choose from a range of colour themes (check my other listings to find your preferred style before purchasing). Don’t stop here! Explore my other vocabulary resources and check out the “Sophisticated Vocabulary” bundle, packed with lesson ideas and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.
Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Bubblegum Pop
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Alphabet Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters | Bubblegum Pop

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Transform your classroom walls into a vibrant learning resource with this collection of 150 GCSE vocabulary posters, designed to help students expand and refine their vocabulary for writing activities. These posters are: Alphabet-based – display them A–Z for easy reference. Flexible – there are multiple options for each letter so you can adapt to your class’s needs. Engaging – each poster includes the word, its definition, and clear, student-friendly examples to show it in action. Customisable – available in three versions to suit your printing needs: - Full colour (with a coloured background) - Low colour (with coloured text and border) - Black and white (budget-friendly and perfect for photocopying) Versatile – choose from a range of colour themes (check my other listings to find your preferred style before purchasing). Don’t stop here! Explore my other vocabulary resources and check out the “Sophisticated Vocabulary” bundle, packed with lesson ideas and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Seaside Serenade
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Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Seaside Serenade

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with a Back to School theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Bubblegum Pop
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Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Bubblegum Pop

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with a Back to School theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Electric Dreams
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Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Electric Dreams

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with a Back to School theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Candy Clouds
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Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Candy Clouds

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with a Back to School theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Earthbound
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Bell Ringer Slides (Back to School Edition) | Earthbound

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with a Back to School theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Seaside Serenade
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Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Seaside Serenade

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with an Autumn theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Electric Dreams
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Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Electric Dreams

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with an Autumn theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Earthbound
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Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Earthbound

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with an Autumn theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Bubblegum Pop
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Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Bubblegum Pop

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with an Autumn theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Candy Clouds
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Bell Ringer Slides (Autumn Edition) | Candy Clouds

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Kickstart or wrap up your lessons with this collection of 30 engaging vocabulary bell ringer slides, perfect for building students’ word knowledge in a quick, focused way. Using words from our Sophisticated Vocabulary Posters, these slides provide 10 different types of activities to keep things fresh and interesting for your class. From definitions and examples to creative challenges and sentence-building, students will practise and apply new vocabulary in fun, meaningful ways. Ideal for: Lesson starters or plenaries Revisiting and reinforcing new vocabulary Encouraging more sophisticated word choice in student writing What’s included: 30 slides with an Autumn theme 10 varied activity formats to maintain engagement Vocabulary aligned with our Sophisticated Vocabulary resources for consistent learning. Make sure to explore my full range of vocabulary resources and don’t miss the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, lesson ideas, and activities to help take your students’ writing to the next level.
Sophisticated Vocabulary Flashcards | Bubblegum Pop
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Sophisticated Vocabulary Flashcards | Bubblegum Pop

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Help your students master ambitious vocabulary with this set of printable flashcards, featuring all 150 words from our popular Sophisticated Vocabulary Pack. Perfect for revision, games, and quick-fire practice, these cards are a versatile tool for boosting confidence and precision in writing. What’s included: Two complete sets: Word only – ideal for quizzes, memory games, and recall practice Word, definition & examples – supports understanding and application Two print options: Full colour – bright and eye-catching (available in 5 different colour themes – choose your favourite style from my listings). Black and white – cost-effective and easy to photocopy. Use these flashcards for: Pair or group vocabulary games Independent study or homework tasks Quick starter/plenary activities This resource is also part of the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, bell ringer slides, lesson ideas, and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.
Sophisticated Vocabulary Flashcards | Candy Clouds
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Sophisticated Vocabulary Flashcards | Candy Clouds

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Help your students master ambitious vocabulary with this set of printable flashcards, featuring all 150 words from our popular Sophisticated Vocabulary Pack. Perfect for revision, games, and quick-fire practice, these cards are a versatile tool for boosting confidence and precision in writing. What’s included: Two complete sets: Word only – ideal for quizzes, memory games, and recall practice Word, definition & examples – supports understanding and application Two print options: Full colour – bright and eye-catching (available in 5 different colour themes – choose your favourite style from my listings). Black and white – cost-effective and easy to photocopy. Use these flashcards for: Pair or group vocabulary games Independent study or homework tasks Quick starter/plenary activities This resource is also part of the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, bell ringer slides, lesson ideas, and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.
Sophisticated Vocabulary Flashcards | Earthbound
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Sophisticated Vocabulary Flashcards | Earthbound

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Help your students master ambitious vocabulary with this set of printable flashcards, featuring all 150 words from our popular Sophisticated Vocabulary Pack. Perfect for revision, games, and quick-fire practice, these cards are a versatile tool for boosting confidence and precision in writing. What’s included: Two complete sets: Word only – ideal for quizzes, memory games, and recall practice Word, definition & examples – supports understanding and application Two print options: Full colour – bright and eye-catching (available in 5 different colour themes – choose your favourite style from my listings). Black and white – cost-effective and easy to photocopy. Use these flashcards for: Pair or group vocabulary games Independent study or homework tasks Quick starter/plenary activities This resource is also part of the Sophisticated Vocabulary Bundle – packed with posters, bell ringer slides, lesson ideas, and activities to take your students’ writing to the next level.