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These two unique booklets support GCSE, English Language students in understanding how to use the structural device terms “Zooming In/Out” and “Juxtaposition” in their reading response. It is useful for exam boards that require comments on structure.

The first booklet uses an extract from “The Monkey’s Paw”, an early twentieth century short story. This is followed by a series of repeated analytical sentences such as “The writer zooms out on the cold and wet night to create a gloomy, threatening mood that contrasts with the safety inside.” This repeated structure helps students familiarise themselves with the way they need to write about this device. There is a section at the end with a new extract that students attempt to write about using the relevant structural terms.

The second booklet focuses on “Juxtaposition” and includes extracts from “At the Bay”, another early twentieth century short story. It follows the same format.

With its unique approach, the booklets are an effective way to teach structural elements.