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An exciting and explosive non-fiction lesson/s devoted to exploring the world’s deadliest race: The TT! Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ introduction to non-fiction that scaffolds the conventions of a speech well whilst continuously drawing pupils in. Ideal as an engaging, thoughtful and relevant introduction to non-fiction/writing a speech which includes: -A reflective and interesting starter resource that will help pupils connect with the convention’s of non-fiction. -A number of scaffolded tasks which increasingly ask pupils to consider the TT’s context and their own views. -A curated range of excellent video clips which guide pupils towards an extended and independent task.

An exciting resource that supports pupils in identifying the skills necessary to good descriptive writing. Perfect as a link between KS3-KS4 or simply as a fun and memorable revision lesson! An ‘inspiring’ and thought provoking resource that will enable pupils to connect with their learning and improve further. This includes: -Thoughtful and relevant links to ‘Planet Earth II’, a brilliant stimuli that enthuses learners. -A number of scaffolded tasks and challenges which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for P1, Q5. -A truly unique and interesting video resource (find the link on the powerpoint notes!) that drives the lesson forward and provides support. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

An exciting and engaging resource that will help support the skills needed to teach P2, Q5. Particular reference is made to writing an effective guide/leaflet; you can however tweak this as appropriate! Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ and thought provoking lesson that will enable pupils to connect with their learning: This resource can be used between KS3-4 and is a perfect introduction or revision tool for ‘guide/leaflet’ writing and P2, Q5. This includes: -A reflective and guided article annotation engager that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content. -A number of scaffolded tasks which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for P2, Q5. -A range of unique and interesting video resources (find the links on the powerpoint!) that drive the lesson forward. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

A stimulating and relevant ‘mini-mock’ style resource that can be used for Paper 1, Q2/Q5: This is particularly useful as a ‘walkthrough’ task that helps pupils understand the skills that are needed to answer this question. If you use it this way, I tend to follow this structure: #1 - Read the extract. Find out the meanings of any unfamiliar vocabulary and add these to the accompanying ‘word bank’ (10 minutes - 20 minutes) #2 - Complete the discussion tasks (S&L opportunity) and read the accompanying articles (15 - 20 minutes) #3 - Annotate the extract for gothic conventions and language devices (10-15 minutes) #4 - Discuss the reading question and read a pupil’s response. Get your pupils to mark it with regards to a WWW/EBI! (10 minutes) #5 - Pupils will construct their own response - Use the FREE reading scaffold sheets to help you! Differentiated by outcome (15 -20 minutes) This is a brief outline - These sheets contain at least a week’s worth of work! The second ‘one sheet’ covers an ‘AQA-style’ writing question with a twist! Pupils will love it. Use the FREE writing mat to help support pupil progress. Please leave a review! :-) I’ll email you a free resource of your choice! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

A stimulating and relevant ‘mini-mock’ style resource. It is particularly pertinent to AQA Paper 1, Q2/Q5: This resource also includes an array of ‘walkthrough’ tasks that aid pupil understand of the skills needed to answer this question. If you use it this way, I tend to follow this structure: #1 - Read the extract. Find out the meanings of any unfamiliar vocabulary and add these to the accompanying ‘word bank’ (10 minutes - 20 minutes) #2 - Complete the discussion tasks (S&L opportunity) and read the accompanying material (15 - 20 minutes) #3 - Annotate the extract for gothic conventions and language devices (10-15 minutes) #4 - Discuss the reading question and consider the tension graph (10 minutes) #5 - Pupils will plan their own response - Use this as an opportunity to meaningfully gauge pupil understanding (15 -20 minutes) The second ‘one sheet’ operates as a self-contained mock; it builds on the previous walkthrough material. This is a brief outline - Use these however you see fit! Please leave a review! :-) I’ll email you a free resource of your choice! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3 Tes paid licence

** AQA APPROVED ** An engaging and exciting resource regarding modern advances in AI and deep fakes that will help support the skills needed to teach the construction of a compare / contrast response. Particular reference is made to writing an effective AQA response; you can however tweak this as appropriate. Perfect as a thought provoking lesson that will enable pupils to reflect on the powerful applications of technology. This resource can be used between with a range of age groups and is a perfect introduction or revision tool for compare / contrast questions. This includes: -A reflective engager that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content through the medium of a fun game! -A number of scaffolded tasks which increasingly ask pupils to consider the skills necessary for constructing a compare / contrast response. -Unique and interesting articles / video resources (find the links in the powerpoint!) that drives the lesson forward. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

** GLITZY GRAMMAR ARE 40 - 60 MINUTE LESSONS THAT PACK AN ENGAGING PUNCH! ** An exciting and engaging grammar resource that will help support the skills needed to develop an understanding of countable and uncountable nouns. This is inspired and explored through the visual lens of Christmas! Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ and thought provoking lesson that will enable pupils to connect with countable and uncountable nouns in a fun way and through the medium of festive, Christmas source materials. This includes: -A scaffolded series of tasks that will help pupils connect with countable and uncountable nouns in a creative way. -Interesting tasks that are relevant and drive the lesson forward. -A unique range of images that provide a clear link to the lesson’s focus. -An insight into using countable and uncountable nouns correctly and in a creative way! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s primary packs! <3

Unlock the dramatic conclusion of J.B. Priestley’s “An Inspector Calls” with our comprehensive resource focused on Act Three. Designed specifically for KS3 and KS4 students, including those with lower English proficiency and EAL learners, this resource ensures all students can grasp and analyze the key elements of the play’s final act. Key Features: Engaging Activities: Step-by-step tasks that delve into the characters, themes, and pivotal moments of Act Three. Visual Aids: Rich visuals and clear explanations simplify complex concepts, aiding comprehension. Student-Centered Tasks: Thought-provoking questions and activities designed to foster critical thinking and class discussion. Differentiated Content: Adaptable materials suitable for low ability and EAL pupils, ensuring inclusivity in learning. Assessment Tools: Quiz to assess understanding and retention of Act Three. Why Use This Resource? Boost Engagement: Interactive and varied activities keep students motivated and engaged. Improve Understanding: Detailed explanations and visual aids help students grasp the play’s context and character dynamics, enhancing their overall analysis. Support Diverse Learners: Designed with the needs of lower ability and EAL students in mind, this resource ensures all students can succeed. What You’ll Get: ✔ PDF presentations with key context and character information for Act Three ✔ An adapted Act Three script for LAP / EAL pupils ✔ Assessment quiz with answers to gauge student understanding ✔ A free vocabulary game Equip your students for success with this essential “An Inspector Calls” Act Three resource. Perfect for teachers looking to provide an inclusive, engaging, and thorough exploration of the play’s final act. Download now and start enriching your lessons today! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Discover the Magic of Roald Dahl’s “The Witches” with Our Comprehensive Teaching Resource - 2024 Unlock the enchanting world of Roald Dahl’s “The Witches” with our expertly crafted teaching resource, “Behind the Book: The Witches.” Designed to inspire and engage students, this resource offers a deep dive into one of Dahl’s most captivating stories, combining fun activities, insightful discussion prompts, and creative tasks that bring the book to life in the classroom. Key Features? Engaging Starter Tasks: Kick off the lesson with activities that warm up young minds. Challenge students to form the longest words from “The Witches” letters, sparking their interest and setting the stage for deeper exploration. Comprehensive Discussion Prompts: Foster critical thinking with questions about the portrayal of witches in literature and popular culture. Encourage students to compare good and evil witches, discuss cultural differences, and reflect on the historical and mythical aspects of witchcraft. Interactive Video and Reflection Tasks: Use multimedia resources to captivate your class. Students can watch trailers of “The Witches” adaptations (1990 and 2020) and share their preferences, enhancing their understanding of different interpretative approaches. Creative Design Activities: Inspire creativity by having students design their own witch, drawing from the characteristics learned in the lesson. This hands-on task not only solidifies their knowledge but also allows for artistic expression. Vocabulary Building: Expand students’ lexicons with a dedicated word bank. Students can learn new words and their meanings, enriching their language skills in a fun and contextual way. Reflection and Extension Tasks: Encourage reflective thinking with tasks that ask students to ponder what they enjoyed, what they did well, and what they could improve on. Extension activities, such as researching famous fictional witches, provide opportunities for further learning and exploration. Why Choose Our Resource? Roald Dahl’s “The Witches” is a timeless story filled with imagination, humor, and a touch of darkness. Our resource delves into the author’s inspirations, including his childhood experiences and the influence of his mother, offering students a richer understanding of the narrative. This teaching pack is meticulously designed to make learning engaging, effective, and memorable. Perfect for Roald Dahl Day and Beyond Ideal for Roald Dahl Day celebrations or any literature unit, our resource is versatile and adaptable, ensuring that your students stay engaged and motivated. With a blend of activities that cater to different learning styles, “Behind the Book: The Witches” is an invaluable addition to your teaching toolkit. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Travel Writing - Introduction - 2024 Unlock the world of travel writing with our interactive and engaging lesson designed for young explorers. Tailored for students, this booklet offers a comprehensive introduction to the art of travel writing, blending creativity, learning, and fun. Discover the various forms of travel tales through activities that inspire and educate. Key Features of Our Travel Writing Lesson: Interactive Speaking Task: Students tackle the challenge, “Travelling is pointless. Why see the world?” Encouraging critical thinking and persuasive speaking, this activity sparks lively classroom debates. Creative Writing Task: Learners craft a fact file about a country they dream of visiting, utilizing research skills to uncover climate, cuisine, landmarks, and fun facts. Vocabulary Expansion: A dedicated section for enriching students’ lexicon, ensuring they grasp the language of adventure and exploration. Diverse Activities: From unscrambling key terms like ‘diary’, ‘review’, and ‘blog’, to engaging with spelling rules, and reflecting on travel writing’s impact, students enjoy a varied learning experience. Personal Reflection: Encourages students to ponder their learning journey, enhancing self-awareness and appreciation for new knowledge. Why Choose Our Travel Writing Lesson? Builds Critical Thinking: Challenges students to consider different perspectives on travel. Enhances Research Skills: Through the creation of a detailed fact file, students learn to gather and organize information effectively. Promotes Creativity: Through writing and speaking tasks, students express themselves creatively while learning about new cultures. Interactive Learning: Engages students with a blend of tasks that cater to different learning styles. Ready to Use: Fully prepared lesson, complete with tasks, reflections, and a vocabulary bank, saving you preparation time. Perfect for: Teachers seeking to introduce their students to the enriching world of travel writing, encouraging exploration, curiosity, and cultural awareness. Dive into the adventure of travel writing with our introductory lesson. Explore, learn, and create with your students, fostering a love for stories and discoveries that span the globe. Visit our TES store to access this resource and more, crafted to make learning an exciting journey for you and your students. Happy teaching! **Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3 **

Of Mice & Men - Chapter Four - 2024 “Of Mice & Men - Chapter Four” provides an immersive and comprehensive teaching resource to enhance your students’ understanding of Steinbeck’s timeless novel. Crafted with engaging activities and targeted support, this lesson pack facilitates active learning and promotes critical thinking skills. Dynamic Activities: From group discussions to writing tasks, students delve deep into the themes and characters of the novel, fostering analytical thinking and empathy. Character Exploration: Explore the complexities of Crooks, the African American stable buck, and his experiences of loneliness and discrimination through guided tasks, encouraging deeper understanding. Interactive Learning: Engage students’ creativity and comprehension with drawing tasks, vocabulary activities, and reading tasks that bring the text to life in the classroom. Language Development: Expand students’ vocabulary and language skills with focused vocabulary tasks, fostering linguistic proficiency and confidence. Comprehensive Comprehension: Assess students’ understanding with retrieval tasks and learning checkpoint quizzes, ensuring mastery of key concepts and themes. Accessible Support: With clear instructions and accessible content, this resource caters to diverse learners, including EAL students, fostering inclusivity and participation. Elevate your teaching of “Of Mice & Men” and ignite a passion for literature in your classroom with “Chapter Four.” Download now to enrich your students’ learning experience! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Of Mice & Men - Chapter Three - 2024 “Of Mice & Men - Chapter Three” offers a dynamic resource to deepen your students’ comprehension of Steinbeck’s classic novel. Designed with engaging activities and tailored support, this lesson pack ensures inclusivity and fosters active participation. Engaging Activities: From discussions to writing tasks, students explore key themes and characters, developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Character Exploration: Delve into the complexities of characters like Lennie and Curley through guided tasks, enhancing understanding and empathy. Interactive Learning: Encourage students’ creativity and visualization with drawing tasks and reading activities, bringing the text to life in the classroom. Language Development: Expand vocabulary and language skills with focused vocabulary tasks, promoting linguistic proficiency. Comprehensive Comprehension: Test students’ understanding with retrieval tasks and learning checkpoint quizzes, ensuring mastery of essential concepts. Accessible Support: With clear instructions and accessible content, this resource caters to diverse learners, including EAL students. Elevate your teaching of “Of Mice & Men” and ignite a passion for literature in your classroom with “Chapter Three.” Download now to enrich your students’ learning experience! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

**Of Mice and Men - Chapter One - 2024 ** Dive into Steinbeck’s world with “Of Mice & Men - Chapter 1,” an engaging TES resource crafted for English teachers working with low-ability and EAL pupils. Product Description Simplified Vocabulary: Key terms broken down for better understanding. Character Exploration: Creative tasks to visualize and describe George and Lennie. Structured Activities: Guided reading and writing tasks to build comprehension. Supportive Format: Designed to aid EAL learners with clear, concise instructions. Ideal for making the classic tale accessible and relatable, fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. Worried if the language is pitched appropriately for your group? Check out this text sample: ‘The Dust Bowl was a time when a lot of land in parts of the United States turned very dry and dusty. The soil blew away in the wind, causing big dust storms. These dust storms made it hard to grow crops and live on the land. It happened mainly in the 1930s.’ Don’t despair; download this excellent and insightful lesson pack today! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Master the Art of Listening in Drama: A Comprehensive Teaching Unit - 2024 ‘Master the Art of Listening in Drama: A Comprehensive Teaching Unit’ is a valuable resource designed for primary and secondary school drama educators, aiming to cultivate active listening skills in their students. This unit, presented through an extensive series of slides, delves deep into the essence and techniques of effective listening within the context of drama. Key Highlights: Engaging Content: Over 27 slides filled with insightful lessons and practical activities. Interactive Exercises: Including “Tableau/Still Image,” “Traffic Lights,” and “Shape Shifter” to enhance listening skills. Skill Enhancement: Focuses on improving language comprehension, cultural awareness, pronunciation, intonation, and contextual understanding. Creative Application: Encourages creativity and critical thinking through role-playing and listening exercises. Adaptable for Various Learning Environments: Designed for easy integration into any drama curriculum. This unit is perfect for educators seeking to enhance their students’ listening abilities, a critical skill for both on-stage performance and everyday communication. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Energize Your Drama Class with 'The Essence of Energy in Drama: Engage, Express, Excite!' This innovative teaching unit, designed for primary and secondary school educators, dives deep into the vital role of energy in drama through an engaging series of activities and lessons. Key Features: Comprehensive Slide Deck: Over 30 meticulously crafted slides exploring energy’s impact in drama. Interactive Activities: From “Soundscape” to “Jumping Jelly Beans,” each activity is designed to boost students’ understanding and application of energy in performances. Skill Development: Enhances key drama skills like engagement, expression, and the creation of dynamic performances. Critical Thinking: Encourages students to reflect on how energy affects storytelling, character development, and audience connection. Adaptable Content: Easily integrated into your current curriculum, with activities suited for a variety of learning environments. Perfect for teachers looking to infuse their drama lessons with vitality, ‘The Essence of Energy in Drama’ is a must-have resource to bring out the best in your students’ performances. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

Introduction to Drama Unit - Introduction & Identity (2024) Embark on an educational journey into drama with our engaging, interactive lesson! Tailored for primary and secondary school students, this lesson is designed to introduce the fundamentals of drama with a focus on exploring personal identity. It includes: Interactive activities for understanding the essence of drama. Creative exercises for students to express their identities through theatrical concepts. Drama games to learn about stage directions and enhance class interaction. Reflective prompts to deepen students’ appreciation of drama as an art form. Ideal for fostering an inclusive, dynamic classroom atmosphere, this lesson is perfect for enhancing your drama curriculum and sparking a passion for the arts in your students. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

La Tomatina: An Exciting Non-Fiction Lesson for KS2/KS3 Immerse your students in the vibrant and festive world of La Tomatina with our engaging non-fiction lesson. Designed for KS2/KS3 students, this comprehensive lesson, delivered through Google Slides, offers a range of interactive activities to enhance word choice, comprehension, sentence structure, and paragraph development, all centered around the famous Spanish tomato-throwing festival. Why Choose the La Tomatina Non-Fiction Lesson? 1 - Engaging and interactive: Capture students’ attention with an exciting lesson that immerses them in the world of La Tomatina. 2 - Comprehensive language development: From vocabulary enhancement to video comprehension and paragraph writing, this lesson covers various English language skills. 3- Digital delivery through Google Slides: Conveniently access and deliver the lesson from anywhere, making it suitable for in-class or remote learning. 4 - Adaptable to different age groups: Tailor the tasks to meet the needs and abilities of your students. 5 - Encourages cultural appreciation and creativity: Foster an understanding and appreciation for diverse traditions, develop writing skills, and promote cultural exploration. Invite your students to celebrate La Tomatina through this engaging non-fiction lesson. Ignite their curiosity, enhance language skills, and foster cultural awareness. Purchase now and transport your students to the tomato-filled streets of Spain as they deepen their English language abilities! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

A ‘mini-mock’ style resource that can be used for Paper 1, Q2: This is particularly useful as a ‘walkthrough’ task that helps pupils understand the skills that are needed to answer this question. If you use it this way, I tend to follow this structure: Worksheet (engages/helps pupils access the extract)- 10 minutes. Watch (Helps pupils further contextualise the extract)- 5 minutes. Read/discuss (Pupils to underline any ‘interesting’ language)- 5 minutes. Annotate (pupils to complete task #1, teacher guidance as appropriate)- 10 minutes. Read/SPAG (pupils to complete task #2, a ‘paragraph guide’ for pupils!)- 10 minutes. Own (Pupils to complete task #3, if extension is needed get pupils to continue this in their books!)- 10 minutes. Conclusions (discuss/read out work and the focus of the overall lesson)- 5 minutes. Please leave a review! :-) I’ll email you a free resource of your choice! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

**Of Mice and Men - Introduction & Context - 2024 ** Explore the Great Depression with ‘Of Mice & Men - Introduction & Context’ an essential resource designed for English teachers guiding low-ability and EAL pupils through Steinbeck’s classic. Highlights: Engaging Activities: Interactive tasks make learning history and literature fun. Key Vocabulary Support: Simplified explanations of era-specific terms. Comprehensive Content: Covers crucial historical context with student-friendly language. Cultural Relevance: Links literary themes to the economic realities of the 1930s. Perfect for scaffolding learning and providing a solid foundation for understanding ‘Of Mice and Men’. Worried if the language is pitched appropriately for your group? Check out this text sample: ‘The Dust Bowl was a time when a lot of land in parts of the United States turned very dry and dusty. The soil blew away in the wind, causing big dust storms. These dust storms made it hard to grow crops and live on the land. It happened mainly in the 1930s.’ Find this must-have teaching resource for a deep dive into literature and history on TES now! Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3

An exciting and engaging resource that will help support the skills needed to develop ‘zoom lens’ writing, a crucial skill for Q5. Perfect as an ‘inspiring’ and thought provoking lesson that will enable pupils to connect with their learning. This includes: -A scaffolded series of tasks that will help pupils connect with the lesson’s content. -A variety of interesting and relevant videos (find the link on the powerpoint!) that drive the lesson forward. -A unique ‘written Youtube storyboard’ task that provides a clear link to the lesson’s focus. Find more resources like this on my store: Mr. Mac’s resource packs! <3