KS3 English: Exploring Traditional and Subverted Fairy Tales – Full Scheme of Work
A complete and engaging scheme of work designed to introduce Key Stage 3 students to classic and contemporary fairy tales, with a focus on developing reading, writing, and analytical skills through a variety of texts and creative tasks.
What’s Included:- Full 14+ lesson PowerPoint series exploring a wide range of fairy tales
- Extracts from Charles Perrault, the Brothers Grimm, and modern retellings
- Activities and lessons focused on:
- Characterisation and archetypes
- Setting and symbolism
- Narrative structure
- Creative and descriptive writing
- Fully resourced lesson files (e.g. Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, The Frog Prince, The Little Glass Slipper)
- Reading comprehension and writing assessment prep
- Develop critical thinking about traditional narratives and cultural values
- Explore how writers subvert genre expectations
- Build vocabulary and develop extended descriptive writing skills
- Year 7 or Year 8 English classes
- Transition units into Gothic or Literary Heritage texts
- Setting the foundation for narrative analysis and creative writing at GCSE
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This scheme offers an enjoyable and accessible way for KS3 students to study familiar stories while developing their reading and writing skills. The lessons are clearly planned, with a great variety of activities that support comprehension, vocabulary, and creative expression. It encourages students to think carefully about characters, settings, and story structure in a supportive and age-appropriate way. A fantastic resource that promotes enthusiasm for English and supports strong progress across the key stage.
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